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Satyr
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In Greek mythology, a satyr, also known as a silenus or silenos, and sileni, is a male nature spirit with ears and a tail resembling those of a horse, as well as a permanent, exaggerated erection. Ear
Satyros Cdm Paris De Ridder 509
Satyros Cdm Paris De Ridder 509
According to M. L. West, satyrs bear similarities to figures in other Indo-European mythologies, such as the Slavic leshy (pictured) and some form of
According to M. L. West, satyrs bear similarities to figures in other Indo-European mythologies, such as the Slavic leshy (pictured) and some form of similar entity probably originated in Proto-Indo-European mythology.
The goat on the left has a short goat tail, but the Greek satyr on the right has a long horse tail, not a goat tail (Attic ceramic, 520 BC).
The goat on the left has a short goat tail, but the Greek satyr on the right has a long horse tail, not a goat tail (Attic ceramic, 520 BC).
Detail of a krater, dating to c. 560–550 BC, showing a satyr masturbating. Athenian satyr plays were characterized as "a genre of 'hard-ons.'"
Detail of a krater, dating to c. 560–550 BC, showing a satyr masturbating. Athenian satyr plays were characterized as "a genre of 'hard-ons.'"
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A nymph is a minor female nature deity in ancient Greek folklore. Distinct from other Greek goddesses, nymphs are generally regarded as personifications of nature; they are typically tied to a specifi
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…of the god Dionysus and were believed to inhabit remote locales, such as woodlands, mountains, and pastures. They often attempted to seduce or rape nymphs and mortal women alike, usually with little success. They are sometimes shown masturbating or engaging in bestiality. In classical Athens, satyrs made…
Three nymphs, marble relief, c. 320–300 BC
Three nymphs, marble relief, c. 320–300 BC
In this 1896 painting of Hylas and the Nymphs by John William Waterhouse, Hylas is abducted by the Naiads, i.e. fresh water nymphs
In this 1896 painting of Hylas and the Nymphs by John William Waterhouse, Hylas is abducted by the Naiads, i.e. fresh water nymphs
The statue of a sleeping nymph in a grotto at Stourhead gardens, England.
The statue of a sleeping nymph in a grotto at Stourhead gardens, England.
Hylas and nymphs from a mosaic in Roman Gaul (3rd century)
Hylas and nymphs from a mosaic in Roman Gaul (3rd century)