Fauno Ebbrio 19th-20th century

"Fauno Ebbrio" (Drunken Faun) is a 19th-century photograph by Giorgio Sommer. This striking image, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, features a detailed depiction of a reclining bronze sculpture. The subject, a faun - a mythological creature with goat-like features - is depicted in a state of intoxication, embodying the fleeting nature of pleasure. Sommer's photograph captures the sculpture's intricate details, highlighting the artist's skillful craftsmanship.