Apollo and Daphne Photos
Apollo and Daphne Photos
This is probably the most famous sculpture of Apollo and Daphne. We can see why – it’s amazing. [Sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, 1622-1625.]
Apollo Chases Daphne with His Lyre
Roots and branches begin to trap Daphne's legs. [Painting by John William Waterhouse, 1908.]
Daphne's Arms Transform
A 15th-century artist takes a shot at the Apollo and Daphne myth. [Painting by Antonio del Pollaiuolo, late 1400s.]
Apollo and Daphne in the Park
A super-modern sculpture of our favorite almost-couple. [Sculpture by Ian Hamilton Finlay, Scotland. Photo by Wikimedia Commons user yellow book ltd, 2007.]
Apollo Chasing Daphne
Onlookers watch as Daphne transforms.[Painting by Carlo Maratta, 1681.]
Apollo and Daphne Dressed in Red
They're wearing matching outfits. How cute. [Painting by Robert Lefèvre, c. 1810.]
The Chase in a Landscape
"Daphne! I love you!" "Leave me ALONE!" [Painting by Francesco Albani, c. 1615-1625.]
Apollo and Daphne on a Plate
The chase is depicted on a decorated plate. [Decorated plate from Urbino, Italy, 16th century. Photo by Marie-Lan Nguyen, 2010.]
The Transformation Begins
Here, only the tips of Daphne's fingers have begun to change. [Painting by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, 1744.]
Apollo Sings About Daphne
Look closely – Daphne seems to be transforming in the background. [Painting by Dosso Dossi, 1524.]