The father of Psyche sacrificing at the Temple of Apollo 1663

"The Father of Psyche Sacrificing at the Temple of Apollo" is a 1663 painting by Claude Lorrain, a master of the Italian landscape tradition. The painting depicts a classical scene of sacrifice in a sun-drenched, idyllic landscape, with a temple in the background, a river, bridge, and a group of figures in the foreground. Lorrain's signature hazy atmosphere and careful composition create a sense of timeless beauty and serenity, characteristic of the "ideal landscape" genre. This piece, currently located at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridge, UK, is a testament to Lorrain's artistic mastery and his ability to depict the grandeur of nature.