Diana Actaeon surrounded three nymphs fourth nymph
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Diana Actaeon surrounded three nymphs fourth nymph
Diana and Actaeon, Diana is surrounded by three nymphs, a fourth nymph is in the foreground in the water. On the left, Actaeon fled with a spear in his hand, Actaeon changed into a stag: as punishment for seeing her bathe, Diana changes Actaeon, the hunter, into a stag (Ovid, Metamorphoses III 193), Andries Lens (mentioned on object), 1761, paper, etching, h 240 mm × w 193 mm
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1761 Actaeon Bathe Diana Foreground Hand Hunter Ovid Punishment Spear Stag Surrounded Water Mentioned
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Liszt Collection depicts a scene inspired by Ovid's Metamorphoses. In the center, we see Diana, the goddess of hunting and chastity, surrounded by three graceful nymphs. Their ethereal beauty is enhanced by their serene expressions as they bask in the tranquility of their watery surroundings. In the foreground, a fourth nymph emerges from the water, her presence adding an air of mystery to this enchanting tableau. On the left side of the image, Actaeon can be seen fleeing with a spear tightly gripped in his hand. His transformation into a stag is evident through his animalistic features and antlered head. Diana's punishment for Actaeon stems from his audacity to witness her bathing in solitude. As retribution for this intrusion upon her privacy, she uses her divine powers to change him into a helpless creature of the forest. Andries Lens masterfully captures this mythological tale through intricate etching on paper. The delicate details and skillful shading bring life to each character and element within this composition. This extraordinary artwork serves as both an aesthetic delight and a reminder of ancient legends that continue to captivate our imagination today. It invites viewers to delve into classical mythology while appreciating Lens' artistic prowess in immortalizing such timeless stories on paper.
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