Who painted Apollo and Daphne?

Apollo and Daphne was painted by Per Gustaf Floding in 1762.

Where can I see Apollo and Daphne?

Apollo and Daphne is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Apollo and Daphne?

Apollo and Daphne is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Apollo and Daphne

Per Gustaf Floding , 1762

Apollo and Daphne is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Per Gustaf Floding. It dates from 1762 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Apollo and Daphne is a print created by Per Gustaf Floding in 1762, combining etching, aquatint, and roulette techniques on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print illustrates a scene from Greek mythology where Apollo pursues Daphne as she transforms into a laurel tree, her limbs morphing into branches and foliage.

Technique & Style

The work showcases a dynamic composition with figures set against a backdrop of trees and clouds, exemplifying the emotive and imaginative qualities characteristic of Romanticism.

History & Provenance

The print is part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.