Two Tritons at the Feast of Acheloüs 1603 - 1651

"Two Tritons at the Feast of Acheloüs" is a 17th-century Baroque oil painting by Flemish artist Cornelis de Vos. Depicting a scene from Greek mythology, the painting features two tritons, or mermen, emerging from the water. The triton on the left holds a basket overflowing with fish and other marine life, referencing the abundance of the sea and the feast of the river god Acheloüs. The painting showcases de Vos's mastery of depicting human anatomy and the detail of the figures' bodies, highlighting the strength and vitality of the tritons. The painting, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is a testament to de Vos's ability to combine mythological subject matter with realistic portrayals.