Circe Punishes Glaucus by Turning Scylla into a Monster 1695
eglonvanderneer
imaginative character sketch
fantasy concept art
fantasy art
character art
fantasy illustration
possibly oil pastel
fun fantasy
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underpainting
abstract character
Eglon van der Neer's *Circe Punishes Glaucus by Turning Scylla into a Monster* (1695) depicts the Greek myth of the sorceress Circe transforming Scylla into a monstrous creature. The scene shows Circe wielding a flaming torch, her face filled with determination, as she casts a spell on Scylla, who is being pulled down into the water by the sea monster, Charybdis. The dramatic composition and vivid colors bring the mythological story to life, showcasing van der Neer's mastery of the Baroque style. The painting is a reminder of the power of magic and the consequences of anger and betrayal in Greek mythology.
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The unsightly, but good-natured sea god Glaucus was in love with Scylla, but this was unrequited. To win her over, he sought the help of the sorceress Circe. This was a mistake, for Circe was herself in love with him. In a fit of rage, she changed poor Scylla into a monster. Van der Neer set the story from Ovid’s Metamorphoses in sinister surroundings. Gesturing theatrically, the sorceress performs her vengeful deed.
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