Diana and Endymion (Solimena)

Diana and Endymion
ArtistFrancesco Solimena
Year1705–1710
Mediumoil on canvas[1]
Dimensions164 cm × 206 cm (65 in × 81 in)
LocationNational Museums Liverpool

Diana and Endymion is a painting by Francesco Solimena undertaken from 1705 until 1710. The painting depicts the Roman goddess Diana, one of the twelve Gods and Goddesses of Olympus, falling in love with Endymion, a symbol of timeless beauty.[1] The story tells of Diana's love for the beautiful youth Endymion. The painting is hosted at the National Museums Liverpool, that purchased the painting in 1966, and holds it as one of the museums highlights.[1]

  1. ^ a b c "Artwork highlights - 'Diana and Endymion', painted about 1705- 1710, by Francesco Solimena (1657-1747)". www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk. Retrieved 5 March 2015.