Who painted Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne]?

Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne] was painted by Robert van Audenaerd in 1728.

Where can I see Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne]?

Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne]?

Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne] is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne]

Robert van Audenaerd , 1728

Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne] is an ink print by the Baroque artist Robert van Audenaerd. It dates from 1728 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Omnia Vincit Amor [Apollo and Daphne] is a 1728 etching and engraving on two attached sheets of laid paper, depicting a mythological scene by Robert van Audenaerd.

Subject & Meaning

The print illustrates a chaotic mythological scene, interpreted through the title as a representation of 'Love Conquers All'. Figures, including one transforming into a tree trunk (Daphne) and another holding a lyre (Apollo), convey a narrative of pursuit and metamorphosis.

Technique & Style

Van Audenaerd employed sharp lines and heavy shading to achieve detailed, high-contrast visuals, accentuating muscular forms and lush foliage. The technique combines etching and engraving, though specific contributions of each are not detailed here.

History & Provenance

Created in 1728 by Robert van Audenaerd, the print's provenance and historical context beyond its creation date are not provided.

Context

The work draws on classical mythology, specifically the story of Apollo and Daphne, a common subject in Baroque and Rococo art, exploring themes of transformation and the power of love.

Legacy

Information on the print's influence, reception, or place within van Audenaerd's oeuvre or the broader artistic canon is not specified.