Diana and her Attendants 1609 - 1667

Cornelis van Poelenburch's "Diana and her Attendants" (1609-1667), currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark, is a small-scale painting depicting the Roman goddess Diana with her nymphs. The scene unfolds in a lush, idyllic landscape, with a winding river and verdant foliage dominating the background. Diana, partially draped in a flowing garment, appears to be approaching a group of nymphs by the water's edge. The work exemplifies van Poelenburch's mastery of landscape painting, which was a popular genre in 17th century Dutch art. This delicate and intimate scene invites viewers to contemplate the goddess's divine presence and the beauty of the natural world.