Bacchanaal met dronken Bacchus en saters en maeneaden 1510 - 1527

This engraving, titled "Bacchanaal met dronken Bacchus en saters en maeneaden," was created by Marcantonio Raimondi between 1510 and 1527. The artwork depicts a scene from Roman mythology, featuring the god Bacchus surrounded by satyrs and maenads. It is a classic example of Renaissance art, characterized by its detailed figures and intricate composition. The engraving is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and measures 149 mm in height and 513 mm in width. Raimondi's work was influenced by the Italian masters, particularly Raphael, and he was renowned for his masterful use of line and shading, resulting in a powerful and evocative depiction of the bacchanalian revelry.