Bacchanalian Scene

c. 1530

Andrea Briosco, called Riccio

Associated Names
Andrea Briosco, called Riccio

Sculptor, Paduan, 1470 - 1532

The sculpture depicts mythical figures, likely satyrs, engaged in various playful activities. These figures are intricately carved in a horizontal frieze with a sense of movement. The material of the sculpture is likely bronze, showing a dark and reddish-brown hue with a slightly metallic sheen. The sculpture is rectangular with two holes on each side. The scene presents figures in animated poses, including one riding an animal, others playing musical instruments or engaging in actions.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bronze

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin

  • Dimensions

    overall: 4.67 x 10.39 cm (1 13/16 x 4 1/16 in.)
    gross weight: 123.03 gr (0.271 lb.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.75.3


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Alfred Spero, London); Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1995 to NGA.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q63860645

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