Genius of Silene by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Genius of Silene 

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This etching, titled "Genius of Silene," is a work by the Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi. It depicts a scene from Roman mythology. Two satyrs, half-human and half-goat, are seen with a Silene, a mythical creature that is often depicted as a companion to the god Bacchus. The satyr on the left is pulling the Silene by a rope while the other is holding onto its back. The composition and line work are typical of Piranesi's work, which often explored themes of classical architecture and mythology. The drawing is a classic example of the artist's signature style which combines a blend of realism and imagination.

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