Narcissus by Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg. A young man reclines naked on a rock by a pool, gazing at his reflection while another figure stands in the background.

Narcissus

Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg

1815 · Oil Paint, Canvas

This Neoclassical masterpiece captures the mythological Narcissus in a moment of tragic self-reflection.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — brings a composed sense of weight.

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Library · Study · Living Room
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Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Terracotta clay

About the piece

Painted in 1815 by the prominent Danish artist Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg, this work depicts the Greek myth of Narcissus. Known as the 'Father of Danish Painting,' Eckersberg's Neoclassical style is evident in the precise anatomical detail and the harmonious balance between the luminous central figure and the dark, atmospheric landscape.

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