Pan and Syrinx — Caesar van Everdingen

Caesar van Everdingen. Painted c. 1644 - c. 1652.

The nymph Syrinx is on the run, with the forest god Pan, hidden among the dense vegetation, in hot pursuit. Van Everdingen captures the dramatic moment of the metamorphosis as Syrinx implores the river nymphs for help. They transform her into water reeds. Her right foot is already turning green. Disappointed, Pan listens to the wind playing through the tall reeds and subsequently cuts his flute from them.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in Main building, 17th Century, Painting.

panel, oak (wood), oil paint (paint) · Original size: 36.8 × 49.3 cm

Print: 36.8 × 49.3 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200109282. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.