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Peter Paul Rubens - Diana and her Nymphs Surprised by the Fauns (Prado)

Diana and her Nymphs surprised by Satyrs, by Peter Paul Rubens (c. 1639-1640). As the title implies, this scene features the Roman goddess of the hunt, Diana, and her nymphs as they are surprised by satyrs. Currently located in the Museo del Prado, Madrid, Spain.


Classical mythology comprises the mythology of the ancient Mediterranean world, particularly that of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Classical mythology is comprised of some of the most well known mythology in the world over. For many people, when they think about mythology, characters and motifs from Classical mythology is typically what comes to mind. Because of this, Classical mythology still has a profound impact on the modern world today.


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