Satyr and Satyress Seated on a Pedestal Supporting a Vase. 1652 - 1725

Giovanni Battista Foggini's "Satyr and Satyress Seated on a Pedestal Supporting a Vase" (1652-1725) is a drawing that illustrates the artist's interest in classical mythology and decorative motifs. The drawing depicts a satyr and a satyress holding up a large vase, their bodies intricately intertwined with the swirling, ornate base. This drawing is a preparatory work for a larger sculpture or decorative object and showcases Foggini's masterful skill in rendering human and animal forms, and his distinct talent for incorporating classical elements into decorative designs.