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View of the central frame of the third-century mosaic found in the triclinium of the elite house at Sepphoris. The scene depicts a drinking contest between Herakles and Dionysos. Note the Saytr (a follower of Dionysus) in the center playing a double flute. To the left of the satyr is Herakles holding a cup up to his mouth—his name in capital Greek letters above him.
To the right of the satyr is a reclining Dionysus with his cup raised and overturned—a sign of victory! Above him, his name is partially preserved in Greek.
A guilloche band surrounds the panel.
