Triumph of Bacchus

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Triumph of Bacchus

Master V. G.

Date
1534
Medium
Engraving
Department
European Art
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art

Bacchus rides the chariot, but he looks more hung over than triumphant. His gesture suggests that he may not appreciate the music made by the cymbal-playing satyr. Apart from the three prints that bear his monogram, almost nothing is known of the skilled engraver who depicted this miniature parade. Germany, Europe

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