Bronze mirror

Unknown

ca. 425–400 BCE · Bronze · Greek and Roman Art

Satyr and maenad The motif of satyr chasing maenad is one of the most popular erotic subjects in both Etruscan and Greek art. The use of this composition for a circular mirror is a reminder of its frequent appearance on the interiors of Greek cups. In both cases, it is perfectly adapted to this tondo shape.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 425–400 BCE

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Etruscan

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1920