Apollo and Daphne Photos

    Apollo and Daphne Photos

      Famous Sculpture by Bernini
      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.]