Feste de Faune, Dieu des Foresta
Artist
Claude Gillot
(French, 1673 - 1722)
Titles
- Feast of Faunus, God of the Forests
Dateno date
MediumEtching and engraving
Credit LineBequest of Robert Getscher from the Getscher-Wilkinson Collection
CultureFrench
PortfolioLes Bacchanales (Populus 3)
Object numberPC2014.14.41
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionThe sculpted bust of Faunus sits atop a tiered pedestal and niche in a forest. Nymphs and satyrs surround his likeness, in celebration, one is about to crown his bust with a wreath. Below, other revelers play musical instruments and fawn over little goats. This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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