1660
oil
canvas
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
Dominant colour
Diane and Endymion is a 1660 oil by Pier Francesco Mola, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Capitoline Museums.
In this painting, a woman and a man are depicted in a serene landscape. The woman, dressed in a flowing white robe, sits on a cloud, while the man lies on the ground, surrounded by trees and a dog. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a blue sky. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and contrast, drawing the viewer's attention to the figures in the foreground. The woman's gentle expression and the man's peaceful slumber evoke a sense of tranquility. This painting is held at the Capitoline Museums, where you can see more works by Pier Francesco Mola.
Pier Francesco Mola, called Il Ticinese was an Italian painter of the High Baroque, mainly active around Rome.
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