Bacchic Revelers, Model of Clodion Bronze Figure Group

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A Patinated Bronze Family Group Of Bacchic Revelers, Model OF Clodion, 19th C. France. Cast From A Model By Jean … Read more A Patinated Bronze Family Group Of Bacchic Revelers, Model OF Clodion, 19th C. France. Cast From A Model By Jean Michel Claude, Called Clodion.
It depicts a bronze sculpture titled "Bacchanalia." The inscription "Clodion" and "21"" are visible, likely referring to the artist and the sculpture's height. "Bacchanalia" depicts a scene of revelry and celebration associated with Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, and his followers. This specific composition features two bacchantes (female followers of Bacchus) and a young satyr, often shown dancing, playing music (like the tambourine held by one figure), and enjoying grapes.
The original artist, Claude Michel (December 20, 1738 - March 29, 1814), known as Clodion, was a French sculptor in the Rococo style, especially noted for his works in terracotta. See less