Old Silenius with ivy crown

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This is an antique bust sculpture showcasing Old Silenius adorned with an ivy wreath on his head. Silenus served as a trusted companion and mentor to the wine deity Dionysus. Typically, he appears more mature than the satyrs that make up the entourage of Dionysus (thiasos), often being significantly older, which can lead to him being referred to as a Papposilenus in these instances.