Satyr and Nymph

Gerard van Honthorst (signed by artist), 1623

A smiling nymph playfully tugs a satyr towards her by his goatee, clearly asserting control over him. Van Honthorst draws attention to her bare torso; her brightly illuminated white skin contrasts sharply with the satyr’s muscular physique and red head. By portraying the mythological figures up close, Van Honthorst draws us into this intimate scene.

Artwork typepainting
Object numberSK-C-1759
Dimensionsheight 104 cm x width 131 cm
Physical characteristicsolieverf op doek

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