The Triumph of Galatea 1756 - 1815

"The Triumph of Galatea" is an engraving by Philippe Trière created between 1756 and 1815. The piece depicts the sea nymph Galatea riding on the backs of dolphins, surrounded by other figures from Greek mythology, including Cupid. The scene is set against a backdrop of a rocky coastline and stormy seas. Trière's engraving was likely intended to be part of a larger collection of prints, as it was a popular practice in the 18th century to create suites of prints based on mythological subjects. The detailed composition, with its emphasis on figures in motion, contributes to the sense of drama and spectacle that characterizes this print. The print currently resides at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, New York.