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Hermes and the Infant Dionysus

Arthur B. Davies

Cleveland Museum of Art

The painting depicts a serene landscape with several nude figures. In the foreground, seven nude human figures are visible, with four on the left side and three on the right. The figure on the far left stands with arms raised. To their right, a reclining figure is seen. Another figure stands in the middle, with their back turned. On the right side, a figure appears to be running or dancing. A smaller figure stands to their right. The background features trees and foliage on both sides, with a body of water and distant mountains in the center. The sky above is blue with a few clouds. The overall scene presents a peaceful and idyllic atmosphere. The title of the painting is "Hermes and the Infant Dionysus" and it was created by Arthur B. Davies.

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1263 × 545 px
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