Apollo and Coronis
1652-1725
Talk about a dramatic breakup! This dynamic sketch captures the tragic myth of Apollo and Coronis in full Baroque motion. On the left, a muscular Apollo—identifiable by the lyre discarded at his feet—draws his bow with lethal intent. On the right, Coronis recoils in terror, her hands raised in a desperate plea. Above them, a crow flies by, the messenger that brought Apollo the news of her infidelity, sealing her fate. The inscription at the bottom hints that Foggini created this energetic study based on a design by Ciro Ferri, showcasing how Baroque artists learned by copying the masters.
- Technique
- Pen and ink with wash