Daphnis and Chloe: Daphnis and Chloe at Play
1937
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1937
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This drawing shows two barefoot figures—one standing, one kneeling—playing near a tree. The standing figure holds a branch with grapes, while the other leans in, reaching up. Both have simple, rounded bodies and smooth lines, with no detailed faces. The background has a few leaves and a rough ground texture. The artist used clean, flat shapes and avoided shading, giving the figures a calm, almost childlike feel. The scene looks like a quiet moment of friendship or curiosity. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see how this drawing fits into their collection.
