Bas-reliëf met de dronken Silenus 1727

"Bas-reliëf met de dronken Silenus," a 1727 engraving by Matthijs Pool, depicts the drunken god Silenus, a companion of Dionysus, being supported by two satyrs. The central figure is depicted in a state of inebriation, mounted on a donkey while being held up by the two satyrs. This small engraving is a fine example of the intricate detail and masterful use of line that characterized Pool's work. The image is a classic depiction of the myth of Silenus, and it highlights the god's association with revelry, wine, and nature. The piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Pool's skill as an engraver.