Apollon forfølger Daphne 1600 - 1700

"Apollon forfølger Daphne" (Apollo Pursuing Daphne) is an anonymous 17th-century drawing depicting the Greek myth of Apollo's pursuit of the nymph Daphne. The drawing, held at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases the dramatic chase in a dynamic composition. Apollo stretches his hand towards Daphne, who runs away, her flowing drapery adding to the sense of movement. This drawing offers insight into the artistic interpretations of classic mythology during the Baroque period. The use of brown wash on paper creates a warm and expressive atmosphere, characteristic of this artistic period.