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The Drunken Silenus - Jusepe de Ribera
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Description
A detailed 1628 etching by Jusepe de Ribera depicting the mythological figure of Silenus surrounded by satyrs and a donkey.
This etching, dated 1628, captures the mythological figure of Silenus, the tutor and companion to Bacchus, in a state of heavy intoxication. Jusepe de Ribera, a Spanish artist who spent his career in Italy, demonstrates his mastery of the etching needle through the varied textures of the scene. The composition centres on the reclining, corpulent form of Silenus, who holds a cup aloft while surrounded by satyrs and a donkey. Ribera employs a dramatic use of light and shadow, characteristic of the tenebrist style he adopted during his time in Naples. The anatomical precision of the figures, particularly the sagging flesh of the elderly Silenus, contrasts with the rough, hairy forms of the satyrs. The background features a large wooden vat, which reinforces the theme of wine and excess. The donkey on the right adds a touch of rustic humour to the scene, a common element in Ribera's depictions of classical subjects. The print is executed with a high degree of technical skill. The lines are precise, creating a sense of volume and weight in the figures. The shading is achieved through a combination of fine hatching and cross-hatching, which builds depth across the composition. This work was dedicated to Don Giuseppe Balsamo, as noted in the inscription at the bottom of the plate. It remains a clear example of the artist's ability to translate the intensity of his oil paintings into the medium of printmaking. The scene is not merely a depiction of myth, but a study of human form and character, rendered with the unflinching realism that defined Ribera's approach to his subjects.
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Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
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The Drunken Silenus - Jusepe de Ribera
Regular price
From £28.00 GBP
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From £28.00 GBP
Regular price
Fine Art Poster / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / -
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- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
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Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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The same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
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A deeper solid wood frame: 33mm deep with a 20mm face and Perspex glaze. The print sits unmounted for a clean gallery presentation. Black, white or natural.
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Hand-stretched canvas with neat gallery-wrapped edges, giving the artwork surface texture and depth. Arrives ready to hang.
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Stretched canvas set in a floating wood frame, our most substantial finish. Arrives ready to hang.
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Artist Biography
Jusepe de Ribera
Jusepe de Ribera, a leading painter of the Spanish Baroque, possessed a singular vision forged in hardship and triumph. Born in Játiva, near Valencia, in 1591, Ribera's early life remains somewhat mysterious, though it's believed he honed his craft in Italy, absorbing the dramatic tenebrism of Caravaggio and the classical influences of the Carracci brothers. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Ribera didn't enjoy courtly patronage. Instead, he found success in Naples, then a Spanish viceroyalty, where he developed a distinctive style marked by unflinching realism and profound emotional depth.
Ribera's paintings are characterised by their raw, almost brutal, depiction of human suffering and religious ecstasy. He frequently portrayed saints and philosophers as weathered, world-worn figures, imbuing them with a palpable sense of humanity. Key works such as 'The Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew' and 'The Clubfoot' showcase his mastery of light and shadow, and his willingness to confront difficult subjects with unflinching honesty. This unflinching approach earned him both admirers and detractors, but it also solidified his reputation as one of the most important and influential artists of his time.
Despite his Spanish roots, Ribera spent the majority of his career in Italy, becoming known as 'Lo Spagnoletto' (the Little Spaniard). He left behind a legacy of powerful and moving artworks that continue to resonate with viewers today. His influence can be seen in the works of later masters such as Goya and Rembrandt, who admired his ability to capture the human condition with such visceral intensity. Owning a Ribera print is to own a piece of art history, a testament to the enduring power of Baroque art.
Ribera's paintings are characterised by their raw, almost brutal, depiction of human suffering and religious ecstasy. He frequently portrayed saints and philosophers as weathered, world-worn figures, imbuing them with a palpable sense of humanity. Key works such as 'The Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew' and 'The Clubfoot' showcase his mastery of light and shadow, and his willingness to confront difficult subjects with unflinching honesty. This unflinching approach earned him both admirers and detractors, but it also solidified his reputation as one of the most important and influential artists of his time.
Despite his Spanish roots, Ribera spent the majority of his career in Italy, becoming known as 'Lo Spagnoletto' (the Little Spaniard). He left behind a legacy of powerful and moving artworks that continue to resonate with viewers today. His influence can be seen in the works of later masters such as Goya and Rembrandt, who admired his ability to capture the human condition with such visceral intensity. Owning a Ribera print is to own a piece of art history, a testament to the enduring power of Baroque art.
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