The Metamorphosis of Cyane
27.0 x 19.0 cm
National Museums Liverpool
Frans Floris (1519 – 1570)
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This drawing was previously thought to show a penitent Mary Magdalene, but it in fact depicts the nymph Cyane, who changes into water. This event is described in the
About this artwork
- Title: The Metamorphosis of Cyane
- Artist: Frans Floris
- Original dimensions: 27.0 x 19.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: National Museums Liverpool
- Main color: Rosy Brown
- Color hue: Green Spectrum