As a devotee and worshipper of both Apollo and Dionysus, I find the contrast in this artwork mildly comical.
I mean, you look at Apollo’s side and it’s so pristine. All the muses are beautifully dressed and involved in something productive or academic. Apollo is actually seated with some sense of authority. It’s a very beautiful scene.
And then you look over to Dionysus’ side…
… and the fucking tree is on fire.
No one is fully dressed, tits out everywhere, everyone’s drunk, no one is doing anything remotely productive, Dionysus is lounging around half naked.
I just- I love them both so much. Knowing them has made my life such an adventure ☀️
