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Pan Punished by Nymphs, c.1640. Creator: Jacob Jordaens
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Pan Punished by Nymphs, c.1640. Creator: Jacob Jordaens
Pan Punished by Nymphs, c.1640
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Jacob Jordaens' captivating masterpiece, "Pan Punished by Nymphs," painted around 1640, transports us to the mythological realm of ancient Greece. The Dutch Baroque artist masterfully depicts the mischievous god Pan, half-man and half-goat, being punished by a group of vengeful nymphs. Pan, the deity of nature, music, and fertility, is shown tied up and gesturing helplessly with his hands, while the nymphs, clad in flowing robes and adorned with flowers, wield scissors and cut his goat legs. The vibrant colors and dynamic compositions of this oil painting, a testament to the Dutch Golden Age, evoke a sense of timeless beauty and intrigue. The contrast between the nude, muscular body of Pan and the graceful, feminine forms of the nymphs adds to the allure of this mythological scene. The painting, now a cherished piece of European heritage, is on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, inviting visitors to explore the rich tapestry of mythology and art from the 17th century.
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