The Drunk Bacchus 1520

"The Drunk Bacchus" is a 1520 woodcut by German artist Hans Baldung. The artwork depicts the Roman god Bacchus, who is the god of wine and revelry, in a state of inebriation. Bacchus is depicted with his body contorted in a position that suggests he is completely intoxicated, surrounded by a group of putti who are either reveling in his drunkenness or taking advantage of his state. The scene is set amidst a vineyard, with a barrel of wine and a vine laden with grapes in the background, alluding to the god's association with wine and revelry. This artwork showcases Baldung's skilled use of detail and the power of black and white in woodcut prints, reflecting the artistic trends of the German Renaissance. The work is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.