Apollo E Dafne 2020

Roberto Ferri's "Apollo e Dafne" (2020) depicts the mythological moment of Daphne's transformation into a laurel tree, escaping the advances of the god Apollo. Ferri's masterful realism captures the dynamic tension of the scene, highlighting the agony on Daphne's face and the frustrated passion in Apollo's expression. The painting draws on the iconic tradition of the subject, famously depicted by Bernini in sculpture, offering a contemporary interpretation with a strong sense of drama and emotional intensity.