Alpheus and Arethusa
1775
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1775
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Alpheus and Arethusa is a 1775 ink by Jacopo Guarana, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
In this painting, a woman in a flowing white robe is surrounded by cherubs and a man with a trident, set against a backdrop of clouds and a distant landscape. The woman appears to be transforming into a cloud, while the man reaches out to her. The cherubs are depicted in various poses, adding to the sense of movement and energy in the scene. The use of soft, feathery lines and gentle shading creates a dreamy, ethereal atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of the woman. The contrast between the softness of the clouds and the solidity of the trident adds depth and texture to the image. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this piece, explore the world of etching.
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