Bidspirit auction | ”MAENAD”, CERAMIC FRESCO

”MAENAD”, CERAMIC FRESCO - ”Maenad”, a hand painted ceramic fresco. This work of art on tile measures in the frame, 12.5'' H x 12.75'' W. The Maenads were religious followers of the god Dionysus in ancient Greece, known for their participation in mystic rituals and Dionysian celebrations. They were often depicted in frescoes and pottery, characterized by dynamic movement, wearing animal skins, and holding thyrsi (staffs wrapped with ivy). The Maenads embodied Dionysian ecstasy, a connection to nature, and liberation from societal constraints, symbolizing divine power and the human need for expression and transcendence. This fresco brings a sense of mysticism and cultural heritage to your space.