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Apr 4, 2013 · English: Narcissus painting by Caravaggio, depicting Narcissus gazing upon the water after falling in love with his own reflection. This is a faithful photographic reproduction of a two-dimensional, public domain work of art. The work of art itself is in the public domain for the following reason:
The story of Narcissus comes from Greco-Roman mythology. The most popular version is from Ovid's Metamorphosis 3.5, from which Caravaggio's interpretation is taken. Legend has it that Narcissus was the preternaturally beautiful son of the nymph Leiriope and the river god Cephissus.
Jan 26, 2024 · Caravaggio's "Narcissus," painted between 1597 and 1599, exemplifies the artistic transition to the early Baroque period. Inspired by Ovid's "Metamorphoses," this work reflects the Baroque penchant for classical themes infused with emotional depth. This period, succeeding the Mannerism that followed the High Renaissance, favored a more dynamic ...
Narcissus. Narcissus - Caravaggio (1571–1610) - Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Antica . Narcissus, is an oil on canvas work, painted by Caravaggio between 1597 and 1599. Narcissus depicts a Greek mythological figure of the same name. The mythological figure, Narcissus, was a handsome youth from Thespiae, and a rival in looks for any mortal.
Sep 7, 2022 · ‘Narcissus’ (c.1599) by CaravaggioYear. Oil on canvas. 110 cm × 92 cm. Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Antica. Image source Wikipedia. The human being is a well-oiled machine, but it has flaws.
Dec 26, 2015 · Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio; File:Narcissus by Caravaggio, 1597–1599, Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica (21836123485).jpg; File:Narcissus by Caravaggio, 1597–1599, Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica (21836123485) (cropped focus on doublet pattern).jpg
May 15, 2011 · Caravaggio (1571–1610) Alternative names. Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, Birth name: Michelangelo Merisi. Italiano: Michelangelo Merisi, detto il Caravaggio. Description. Italian painter. Date of birth/death. 29 September 1571. 18 July 1610 / 1610.
