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Artist | Francesco Solimena |
Year | 1705–1710 |
Medium | oil on canvas[1] |
Dimensions | 164 cm × 206 cm (65 in × 81 in) |
Location | National 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]