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Nymphs Spied by Satyrs
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Nymphs Spied by Satyrs

Cornelis van Poelenburch · after 1627 · copper (metal); oil paint (paint)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Startled by the sudden appearance of the satyrs at the left, the nude nymphs flee towards the old maidservant, who is minding their clothes, at the right. The bow and the quiver indicate that these nymphs are from the retinue of Diana, goddess of the hunt.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineNimfen door saters bespied. after 1627. Cornelis van Poelenburch. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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