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Apollon, by Unknown, 1849

Apollon

Unknown

1849

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Overview

Apollon is a 1849 by Unknown, depicting Satyr, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1849
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This is a black-and-white photo of a shirtless man playing a lyre-like instrument. His body is turned sideways, one leg lifted as he leans into the music. The background is blurry, but you can make out what looks like a rocky or uneven surface under his bare feet. The man’s pose and the lyre suggest he might be a mythical figure, possibly linked to ancient Greek stories. The photo’s grainy texture makes it feel old, like it was taken a long time ago. If you’re curious about this style, look into chiaroscuro.

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