The Empire of Flora
1631
Poussin packed this mythological garden party with famous figures from classical legend who met tragic ends, all destined to be transformed into flowers! In the center, Flora, the goddess of spring, dances joyfully while scattering blossoms. To her left, the warrior Ajax dramatically falls on his sword, while the vain Narcissus stares lovingly at his own reflection in a vase of water. Above it all, the sun god Apollo rides his golden chariot across the sky, watching over this beautiful, bittersweet celebration of life, death, and eternal rebirth.
Location: Gemäldegalerie, Berlin
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