Material: 24K Gold Plated Silver
The DIONYSUS ring features a hand-engraved carnelian gem, intricately carved with a depiction of a grapevine. In Greco-Roman mythology, Dionysus is revered as the god of nature, fruitfulness, and vegetation, particularly known for his association with wine and ecstasy.
His thyrsus, a fennel-stem scepter often entwined with ivy and dripping with honey, serves both as a symbol of benevolence and a weapon against those who oppose his cult and the freedoms it represents. Those who engage in his mysteries are thought to become imbued with the power of the god himself.
Wine holds a central role in the cult of Dionysus, symbolizing his earthly presence. It has the ability to alleviate suffering, evoke joy, and inspire divine madness. Festivals dedicated to Dionysus included performances of sacred dramas that reenacted his myths, which were instrumental in the birth of Western theatre.
The DIONYSUS ring is completely hand-sculpted by Rafael Indiana, who carves his rings from wax, ensuring that every piece is unique. This meticulous craftsmanship is what lends the ring its authentic ancien beauty.
