Artwork

Pan and Syrinx with River Gods and Nymphs

Pan and Syrinx with River Gods and Nymphs, by Pietro Mera, unspecified, 1617
Pan and Syrinx with River Gods and Nymphs, by Pietro Mera, unspecified, 1617

Pan and Syrinx with River Gods and Nymphs is an unspecified painting by Pietro Mera. It dates from 1617 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

Pan and Syrinx with River Gods and Nymphs is a painting by Pietro Mera, created around 1617. It is a mythological scene held in the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a scene from mythology, featuring Pan, Syrinx, river gods, and nymphs. Mythological subjects were a common theme in art during this period, drawing on classical sources for inspiration.

History & Provenance

The work is attributed to Pietro Mera and dated to circa 1617. It is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Artist & collection

Artist

Pietro Mera

Pietro Mera (1570–1644) was an artist, born in Utrecht.