Who painted Mythological Scene?

Mythological Scene was painted by Ottmar Elliger the Younger in 1708.

Where can I see Mythological Scene?

Mythological Scene is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Mythological Scene?

Mythological Scene is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Mythological Scene

Ottmar Elliger the Younger , 1708

Mythological Scene is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Ottmar Elliger the Younger. It dates from 1708 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1708, this oil painting by Ottmar Elliger the Younger depicts a densely populated gathering of figures dressed in classical Greek or Roman attire. The composition is dominated by a large, loosely defined architectural backdrop that suggests a temple or similar structure, while the figures interact in a tranquil, almost contemplative atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The work presents a mythological tableau, though the specific narrative is not identified. Participants are shown seated, standing, or reclining, exchanging glances and gestures, some holding recognizable objects such as a lyre or a vase, which hint at musical and domestic themes common in ancient mythic scenes.

Technique & Style

Elliger employs the oil medium to render smooth flesh tones and richly colored drapery, characteristic of early‑18th‑century Dutch painting. The brushwork balances detailed rendering of individual figures with a softer treatment of the background, creating a sense of depth without distracting from the central group.

History & Provenance

Since its completion, the painting has been part of the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen. Its presence in a national museum underscores its relevance to the museum’s holdings of European Baroque and early Rococo works.