Sculpture on the choragic monument of Lysicrates, Athens: Dionysus overwhelms a pirate and clubs him. Engraving by J. Basire, 1762.
- Stuart, James, 1713-1788.
- Date:
- 1762
- Reference:
- 2189100i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
Dionysus, wearing a panther skin, is seen punishing a pirate by compressing his head with his hand and striking him with his club. Right, a hand holding a torch
Publication/Creation
1762
Physical description
1 print : engraving ; platemark 20 x 31.7 cm
Lettering
Jam.s Basire sculp.t. Chap: IV. Pl: XXIV.
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2189100i
Type/Technique
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores