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Apollo and Daphne, c. 1636 (oil on panel)
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Apollo and Daphne, c. 1636 (oil on panel)
XIR81895 Apollo and Daphne, c.1636 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 28.5x27.5 cm; Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; Flemish, out of copyright
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Apollon Branches Changing Chasing Laurel Metamorphosis Sprouting Lovers
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This print showcases Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece, "Apollo and Daphne" painted in 1636. The oil on panel artwork, measuring 28.5x27.5 cm, is housed in the Musee Bonnat in Bayonne, France. The painting depicts a dramatic scene from Greek mythology where Apollo, the god of music and poetry, relentlessly pursues Daphne, a nymph who wishes to remain chaste. As Apollo reaches out to touch her, she begins her transformation into a laurel tree - an act of divine intervention by her father Peneus. Rubens masterfully captures this moment of metamorphosis with his skilled brushwork and vibrant colors. The branches sprouting from Daphne's fingertips symbolize her gradual change into foliage while Apollo's expression reveals his astonishment at witnessing this miraculous event. The artist beautifully portrays the contrast between the lovers; one desperately chasing after love while the other undergoes an irreversible transformation to escape it. This timeless tale explores themes of desire and resistance as well as the power of nature over human emotions. As we gaze upon this remarkable print captured by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com, we are transported back in time to witness Rubens' artistic brilliance firsthand. It serves as a reminder that even within ancient myths lies profound wisdom that continues to resonate with us today.
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