Selene and Endymion, design for a ceiling painting

1750

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Selene and Endymion, design for a ceiling painting is a 1750 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The painting depicts a serene scene of a woman, Selene, gazing down at a man, Endymion, who is reclining on a cloud. The woman's facial expression is calm, and her gaze is gentle. The man's body is relaxed, with his head tilted back and his eyes closed. In the background, there are clouds and a subtle hint of a crescent moon, which adds to the dreamy atmosphere of the scene. The overall mood of the painting is one of peacefulness and tranquility. The artist's use of soft colors and gentle brushstrokes creates a sense of calmness, drawing the viewer into the serene world of the painting. You might want to look up more paintings by the artist, 22380_person.