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Polyphemus Galatea one-eyed giant Polyphemus
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Polyphemus Galatea one-eyed giant Polyphemus
Polyphemus and Galatea, The one-eyed giant Polyphemus is in love with the sea nymph Galatea and plays for her on his pan flute. Galatea rides over the waves in her dolphin-drawn heart shell. Tritons and nereids play around her in the water. A convex cloth floats around Galateas head. This canvas is an attribute of Auro the spirit of the air. Also the putti that float in the air blow out air, triumph or Galatea, Polyphemus playing the syrinx, other gods of the winds: Aura, triton (s), Nereids, daughters or Nereus, sea nymphs, Pieter van den Berge (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, c. 1694 - in or before c. 1737, paper, etching, h 458 mm × w 570 mm
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1694 1737 Attribute Daughters Float Galatea Gods Love Nereids Pieter Van Den Berge Plays Polyphemus Putti Spirit Syrinx Triton Tritons Triumph Water Waves Winds Aura Mentioned Nereus Pan Flute Sea Nymphs
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This print from the Liszt Collection captures a mesmerizing scene of mythological love and enchantment. In the center, we see Polyphemus, the one-eyed giant, deeply infatuated with Galatea, a beautiful sea nymph. With his pan flute in hand, he serenades her with heartfelt melodies as she gracefully rides over the waves on a dolphin-drawn heart shell. Surrounding them are Tritons and nereids joyfully playing in the water, adding to the magical atmosphere. A convex cloth delicately floats around Galatea's head, symbolizing her connection to Auro, the spirit of air. The presence of putti floating in mid-air signifies triumph or celebration for Galatea. As Polyphemus continues playing his syrinx passionately, other gods of wind such as Aura and tritons join in harmoniously. Nereids - daughters of Nereus - dance alongside sea nymphs to create an ethereal spectacle. The artist behind this masterpiece is Pieter van den Berge from Amsterdam between 1694 and 1737. This paper etching measures approximately 458mm by 570mm. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary depiction where mythology intertwines with artistry to depict an enduring tale of love and beauty that transcends time itself.
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