Polyphemus and Galatea Painting 18th Century

Features

Artwork title:  Polifemo e Galatea

Artistic school:  Neapolitan School

Age:  18th Century / 1701 - 1800

Subject:  Allegorical/Mythological Subject

Artistic technique:  Painting

Technical specification:  Oil on Canvas

Description : Polifemo e Galatea

Oil painting on elliptical board. The mythological scene depicts the cyclops Polyphemus who fell in love for the Nereid sea-nymph Galatea and tried in vain to seduce her by playing his flute while he was playing in the sea with other nymphs and newts. Unfortunately Galatea - who was already in love with the beautiful shepherd Acis - rejected the cyclops who killed Acis for revenge. Fair condition, already restored and relined. In coeval frame. 18th century.

Product Condition:
Fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

Frame Size (cm):
Height: 54
Width: 67
Depth: 4

Artwork dimensions (cm):
Height: 45
Width: 60