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Diana and Her Nymphs Surprised by Satyr, by Unknown, oil, 1750

Diana and Her Nymphs Surprised by Satyr

Unknown

1750

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Dominant colour

Overview

Diana and Her Nymphs Surprised by Satyr is a 1750 oil by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

The painting depicts a scene with multiple figures in a natural setting. In the foreground, a woman in a white dress is shown running away from a man, who is reaching out to her. The woman's dress is flowing behind her, and she appears to be in a state of distress. The man is shirtless and has a look of surprise on his face. To the right of the woman, another figure is visible, but their features are not clearly defined. In the background, there are trees and bushes, which suggest that the scene is taking place outdoors. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tension and drama.

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