Satyr Holding a Wineskin at The Art Institute of Chicago, USA

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A muscular satyr carefully pours wine from a wineskin, one of the oldest forms of wine containers. Tough leather hides were frequently used as canteens to store and transport wine. Early modern collectors often decorated their homes with ancient statues acquired during tours of Italy, considered a rite of passage for the elite male, and Bacchus subjects like this satyr reflected both the owner's erudition and aesthetic taste. The head, arms, and legs below the knee were all added in the 18th century, probably carved by a sculptor who specialized in restoring such ancient sculptures. This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, through which we are creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks and landmarks from across the globe for public access. Scan the World is an open source community effort. If you have interesting items around you and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to find out how you can help. Scanned: Photogrammetry (Processed using Agisoft PhotoScan)