Statue of Dionysus

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This majestic sculpture embodies Dionysus, the revered deity of wine and vine accompanied by a panther. The Greek iconography of Dionysus vividly depicts the ripened grapes in vineyards and, naturally, the intoxicating wine that follows their creation. He is a god of revelation, known as "the arriving god," whose enigmatic nature as an outsider deity may be fundamental to his cults. As a prominent figure in Greek mythology and religion, Dionysus gains increasing significance over time, earning a place among the twelve Olympians, with a unique distinction - being the only god born from a mortal mother. His extravagant festivals serve as the catalyst for the evolution of Greek theatre.