Galatea and Acis with Polyphemus who is about to kill Acis out of Jealousy n.d.

This anonymous drawing, "Galatea and Acis with Polyphemus who is about to kill Acis out of Jealousy," depicts a scene from Ovid's *Metamorphoses*, where the nymph Galatea is caught between the affections of the cyclops Polyphemus and the shepherd Acis. The drawing, executed in brown wash, captures the dramatic moment as Polyphemus prepares to kill Acis, demonstrating the artist's skill in conveying movement and emotion. While the artist remains unknown, this piece offers a glimpse into the artistic sensibilities of the period and highlights the enduring appeal of classical mythology.