The earliest known image of Dionysus survives on pottery

The earliest known image of Dionysus survives on pottery, which is one of the most interesting facts on the Greek god of wine. Dionysus was one of the first gods mentioned in mainland Greek culture, according to new evidence. The details of any religion associated with Dionysus during this period are scarce, and the majority of evidence consists solely of his name. The oldest known depiction of Dionysus, as well as his name, was discovered on a dino by the Attic potter Sophilos circa 570 BCE. The wedding of Peleus and Thetis is depicted in the items, with Peleus receiving the wedding guests at his home, including Dionysus. The artist's signature "Sophilos painted me" may be found between the columns of Peleus' dwelling.

Dionysus worship may have been firmly established by the 7th century BCE, according to other iconography found on pottery. He was not just the God of Wine during the time, but also of weddings, death, sacrifice, and sexuality. The transformation of the god's worshippers into hybrid creatures, commonly represented by both tame and wild satyrs, indicated the move from civilized life back to nature as a means of escape in these early images. Furthermore, his satyrs and dancers had already been assembled.