Danae 1900

"Danae" (1900) by French artist Carolus-Duran depicts the mythological figure Danae reclining on a sumptuous dark velvet couch. The painting exemplifies the artist's mastery of realism and the academic tradition of figure painting. The subject’s pale skin and flowing hair contrast with the dark background, creating a striking visual effect. Known for his elegant and sensually charged portraits, Duran captures Danae's delicate beauty and vulnerability in this evocative masterpiece, now housed in the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux.