Apollo 1765 - 1833

This 19th century print, "Apollo" by Gerhard Ludvig Lahde, depicts the Greek god of music, poetry, prophecy, healing, and the sun. The detailed line drawing showcases a youthful Apollo, standing with a draped toga and holding a lyre. He is depicted in a classical style, with his anatomy carefully rendered, reflecting Lahde's training in the neoclassical tradition. This print exemplifies the revival of interest in classical mythology and art during the late 18th and 19th centuries. "Apollo" is a fine example of neoclassical art, which often celebrated the ideal of human form and beauty through the lens of ancient Greek and Roman culture. The work can be viewed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.