Nymphs and a Satyr (Amor Vincit Omnia)
Nicolas PoussinLandscape · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1665)
Specifications
- Nationality / school
- French
- Lifespan
- 1594–1665
About the artwork
This page presents "Nymphs and a Satyr (Amor Vincit Omnia)", created by Nicolas Poussin. It is listed in the Mythology collection. The image is in landscape orientation. Mythology in brief: In European academies, history and mythological subjects ranked highest among painting genres, so they often appear on a large scale and with ambitious compositions. Mythological painting draws on stories from Greek and Roman myth, and on other traditions such as Norse, Celtic, and Hindu narrative.
"Nymphs and a Satyr (Amor Vincit Omnia)" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A landscape format suits wide, low wall spaces such as the stretch above a bed, mantel, or sideboard. Mythological scenes add narrative depth and historical atmosphere, which helps them work as a central accent in classic as well as eclectic spaces. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
French, 1594–1665
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