Artwork
Daphnis and Chloe: Daphnis and Chloe at Play
Daphnis and Chloe: Daphnis and Chloe at Play is a print by Aristide Maillol. It dates from 1937 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Daphnis and Chloe: Daphnis and Chloe at Play is a 1937 print by Aristide Maillol, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two barefoot figures, one standing and one kneeling, interacting near a tree. The standing figure holds a grape-laden branch, while the other reaches up, conveying a sense of quiet friendship or curiosity.
Technique & Style
Maillol's use of clean, flat shapes and minimal shading gives the figures a calm, simplified appearance. Smooth lines define their rounded bodies, while their faces lack detail, contributing to the overall serene atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Aristide Joseph Bonaventure Maillol was a French Catalan sculptor, painter, and printmaker.
