From Caravaggio to Bourgeois, the great masters come together to show the immortality of Ovid's 'Metamorphoses'
The National Gallery in the Netherlands showcases in Amsterdam the influence of Ovid's famous poem on art through works by masters such as Caravaggio, Bernini, and Titian, as well as modern artists like Magritte, Brancusi, and Bourgeois.
The World of Narcissus. On an Ancient Myth, a Painting, and Destructive 'Self-Love'
The article explores themes of self-obsession in relation to the ancient myth of Narcissus, especially through Caravaggio's painting inspired by the story.
The Naples of Luca Giordano. The city that becomes vision
The author reflects on their first visit to Naples in 1973, initially seeking Caravaggio but discovering the broader Baroque art scene that revealed a complex emotional landscape.