A bacchante carrying a large basket on her head and holding a staff in her left hand, set against a black background inside a rectangular frame 1790 - 1825

This 19th-century engraving by Antonio Ricciani depicts a Bacchante, a female follower of the god Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, revelry, and fertility. The Bacchante, dressed in flowing drapery, carries a basket on her head and holds a staff in her left hand, likely symbolizing her connection to nature and the bounty of the harvest. This print, created between 1790 and 1825, is a masterful example of the Neoclassical style popular during that era, emphasizing balance and classical themes. The stark black background emphasizes the Bacchante's form, creating a dramatic and elegant composition. This artwork, held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, exemplifies Ricciani's skill in capturing the grace and energy of the Bacchic tradition.