Bidspirit auction | Coral horn with Bacchus, Southern

Coral horn with Bacchus, Southern Italy, 19th century - Height x width x depth: 3.5 x 1.5 x 5.5 cm. Weight: 20 g. Red Mediterranean coral (Corallum Rubrum) , carved in the shape of Bacchus, god of wine, fertility, pleasure, music, theatre and festivals in Greek and Roman mythology. The figure of Bacchus is often depicted with a crown of vines, symbolising abundance and liberation. Coral as a protective talisman combined with the vital energy and abundance represented by Bacchus could symbolise protection that not only keeps evil away, but also promotes prosperity, fertility and joy.