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Roman sarcophagus. About 140 AD. Marriage of Dionysus and Ad
Roman sarcophagus. About 140 AD. Marriage of Dionysus and Adriadne. Detail Adriane in the carriage. Glyptothek. Munich. Germany
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Antique Ariadne Bacchantes Bacchus Celebration Centaur Centaurs Courtship Dionysus Divinity Followers Glyptothek Gods Maenad Munich Mythological Mythology Panther Reliefs Romans Sarcophagus Satire Spouse
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the rich history of ancient Rome into your home with our exquisite range of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases the Marriage of Dionysus and Adriane, an intricately carved Roman sarcophagus dating back to approximately 140 AD. Discovered in the Glyptothek of Munich, Germany, this detail of Adriane in the carriage offers a glimpse into the grandeur and elegance of Roman art. Add a touch of history and culture to your walls with our high-quality, rights-managed poster prints, expertly sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.5cm (23.4" x 15.2")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This ancient Roman sarcophagus, dating back to approximately 140 AD, is a stunning testament to the rich mythology and artistic prowess of the Roman Empire. The intricately carved relief depicts the Marriage of Dionysus and Ariadne, a beloved mythological tale from Greek and Roman mythology. At the center of the scene, Ariadne, the daughter of King Minos of Crete, is depicted in a carriage, adorned with a veil and a crown, signifying her status as a bride. The god Dionysus, identified by his ivy crown and thyrsus staff, stands before her, ready to take her as his spouse. The god of wine, fertility, and revelry, Dionysus is accompanied by his divine retinue, including Bacchantes, Maenads, Satyrs, and Centaurs. The Bacchantes, the female followers of Dionysus, are shown in a frenzied dance, their ecstatic expressions and wild hair reflecting their intoxicated state. The Centaurs, half-human, half-horse creatures, are shown in various poses, some celebrating, others participating in the hunt. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of Panther, a symbol of Dionysus, and Bassarids, the sacred attendants of the god. This masterpiece of ancient art was discovered in Rome and is now housed in the Glyptothek in Munich, Germany, where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors with its intricate details and timeless beauty. The Marriage of Dionysus and Ariadne is a celebration of love, divinity, and the power of mythology, and a reminder of the enduring allure of the classical world.
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