Bacchanalian Scene c. 1530

"Bacchanalian Scene" is a bronze plaquette, or small relief, created by the Italian Renaissance artist Andrea Briosco, known as Riccio, around 1530. This work showcases Riccio's mastery of the bronze medium, depicting a lively scene of revelry, with figures dancing and playing music amongst goats. The detail and expressiveness of the figures are characteristic of Riccio's style, demonstrating the influence of the High Renaissance on his work. This small, yet impactful work offers a glimpse into the artist's talent and the cultural context of the time, when the celebration of the senses and artistic exploration were at the forefront.