OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation · J199
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A staff associated with Dionysos and his followers, decorated with ivy and often topped with a pine cone.
Revise: GreeceGrape vines, an ivy wreath and a drinking vessel connect him with wine and celebration. He may carry a thyrsos, a staff decorated with ivy and often topped with a pine cone, or wear an animal skin. His companions can include maenads, female followers, and satyrs, male figures with animal features.
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A ritual staff carried by followers of Dionysus.
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