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Two satyrs butting heads with goats
Two satyrs butting heads with goats. The rural god Pan is also depicted in this posture. Copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli from his Antiquities of Herculaneum (Antichita di Ercolano), Rome, 1789
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Antichità Antiquities Butt Ercolano Fresco Goat Herculaneum Mythology Piroli Pompeii Posture Satyr Tommaso
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the ancient charm of our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring two satyrs in a lively and playful scene. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the mischievous satyrs butting heads with goats, reminiscent of the rural god Pan in his iconic pose. This exquisite copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli, taken from his Antiquities of Herculaneum, adds a touch of mythology and timeless beauty to any space. Bring the ancient world into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54.7cm (16.5" x 21.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Two Satyrs Butting Heads with Goats: A Scene of Rural Merriment from the Antiquities of Herculaneum This copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli, titled 'Antichità di Ercolano' or 'Antiquities of Herculaneum,' showcases a lively scene of two satyrs engaging in a playful tussle with goats. The image, created in Rome in 1789, is an exquisite representation of classical mythology and the rustic charm of ancient art. Satyrs, half-human, half-goat creatures from Greek and Roman mythology, were known for their mischievous and lustful nature. In this engraving, two satyrs are depicted in a classic posture, butting heads with goats. The goats, with their alert and curious expressions, seem to be enjoying the interaction as much as the satyrs. The rural god Pan, the deity of the wild, shepherds, and flocks, is also depicted in this playful posture. He is often shown with goats and is believed to have the ability to transform into a goat himself. The presence of Pan in the scene further emphasizes the connection between the satyrs, goats, and the natural world. The image is set against a backdrop of a tree, adding a touch of greenery and serenity to the scene. The intricate details of the engraving, from the textured leaves of the tree to the muscular forms of the satyrs, showcase Tommaso Piroli's mastery of the copperplate engraving technique. This image is a testament to the enduring allure of classical mythology and the art of Pompeii and Herculaneum. It invites us to imagine a world where the gods and nature coexist in harmony, and merriment and playfulness are an essential part of daily life.
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