Cephalus and Procris
1711
oil
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
1711
oil
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
In the painting, a man and woman are in a forest setting. The man is embracing the woman, who is lying down, exposing her chest. He is holding a white cloth over her chest. The woman's eyes are closed, and her head is tilted back. The man is wearing a red shirt and blue pants. The woman is wearing a white dress. There is a spear on the ground next to them. The background is a forest with trees and a sunset. The painting depicts a quiet, intimate moment between the two figures. The use of warm colors and soft lighting creates a sense of tranquility. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Jean Raoux.
