Fishermen in Mazara del Vallo discovered a bronze leg while fishing and then months later they found the torso and head in 1998.

The Dancing Satyr of Mazara del Vallo is a fabulous bronze statue recovered from the seabed off the coast of Sicily in 1998. Believed to date back to the 3rd century BC, it's considered a masterpiece of Greek sculpture, possibly influenced by the renowned artist Praxiteles. A high percentage of lead in the bronze alloy suggests its being made in Rome itself.

A Masterpiece of Motion: The statue depicts a satyr, a mythical creature often associated with wine and revelry, in a dynamic pose of ecstatic dance. His body is caught in mid-leap, with his head thrown back and his limbs extended. Despite missing both arms and one leg, the satyr's energy and vitality are palpable. The intricate details of his musculature and the lifelike expression on his face are truly remarkable.

The Dancing Satyr has become an iconic symbol of Sicily and a major tourist attraction.