Amarillis crowning Mirtillo with a Floral Wreath

The shepherd, Mirtillo, fell in love with the nymph Amarillis. In order to approach her, he disguised himself as a young woman and joined in a kissing game which she and her maidens were playing. He won and was crowed with a floral wreath. Size: 99.4 x 75.6 cm

Collection

Bowes Museum

Inventory Number

1576400

Title

Amarillis crowning Mirtillo with a Floral Wreath

Object Type

Image

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