Who painted Pan Pursuing Syrinx?

Pan Pursuing Syrinx was painted by Hendrick Goltzius in 1589.

Where can I see Pan Pursuing Syrinx?

Pan Pursuing Syrinx is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Pan Pursuing Syrinx?

Pan Pursuing Syrinx is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Pan Pursuing Syrinx?

Museum-quality prints of Pan Pursuing Syrinx are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Pan Pursuing Syrinx

Hendrick Goltzius , 1589

Pan Pursuing Syrinx is a print by the Renaissance artist Hendrick Goltzius. It dates from 1589 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1974.229
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Noah L. Butkin

About this work

Overview

Pan Pursuing Syrinx is a print created by Hendrick Goltzius around 1589, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a scene from mythology where Pan, a horned figure with goat-like features, chases Syrinx, a nymph. The narrative represents the conflict between desire and evasion, as Syrinx transforms into a reed to escape Pan's pursuit.

Technique & Style

The work exemplifies characteristics associated with the Renaissance, a cultural and artistic movement that drew upon classical mythology and emphasized representational skill.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Hendrick Goltzius

Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.