Story of Apollo and Daphne by J. M. W. Turner. A sprawling valley landscape under a bright, ethereal sky with mythological figures in the foreground and distant mountains.

Story of Apollo and Daphne

J. M. W. Turner

1837 · Medium Not Listed

A luminous and ethereal landscape by J.M.W. Turner, capturing a mythological scene in a vast, sun-drenched valley.

$339

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Where it works

A balanced piece with a quiet mood with warm, lived-in color — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Bedroom · Dining Room · Living Room
Placement
Strong over sofas, beds, buffets, or wider open walls
Walls
Works across a broad range of wall colors
Color notes
Soft white, Soft sage, Charcoal black

About the piece

In this 1837 masterpiece, J.M.W. Turner depicts the mythological story of Apollo and Daphne within a characteristic expansive landscape. The scene is bathed in a golden, atmospheric light that blurs the lines between earth and sky, showcasing Turner's revolutionary approach to light and color. Figures gather in the foreground of a deep valley that leads the eye toward distant, misty mountains and a shimmering body of water.

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