Nine Figures near a Herm of Pan, from "Bacchanals and Histories" 1744

"Nine Figures near a Herm of Pan," a 1744 etching by Francesco Fontebasso, depicts a scene of classical mythology. The central figure, a nude male, likely represents Pan, the god of the wild, with a satyr-like appearance, holding a horn. The other figures, in various poses, suggest a moment of bacchanalian revelry, echoing the "Bacchanals and Histories" series to which this print belongs. This artwork is notable for its intricate detail and sense of movement, typical of Fontebasso's style. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City holds this delicate etching within its collection.