Diana sleeping with two fauns
- Artist
- Arnold Böcklin
- Date
- 1877
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Mythological painting
The painting titled 'Diana sleeping with two fauns' depicts the Roman goddess of the hunt, gracefully resting alongside two mythological creatures—the fauns, who are half-human and half-goat beings from Mythological painting. Executed in tempera on a classic panel, the artwork exudes a sense of serenity and enchantment. The symbolism embedded in the scene emphasizes tranquility, nature, and innocence. The composition reflects a careful balance of mythological themes and artistic tradition, characteristic of early modern representations that evoke both myth and dreamlike fantasy.
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