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DiaporamaAtalanta defeated (Atalanta and the golden apples)
1900
232.0 x 549.0 cm
National Gallery of Australia
paul raphael montford (1868 – 1938)
Paul Raphael Montford (1868-1938) was an English-born sculptor known for monumental public works in Britain & Australia, including statues of Queen Victoria and the 'Spirit of Anzac'. His classical style and contributions to Australian art make him a
National Gallery of Australia (Canberra, Australia)
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In Greek mythology, Atalanta was the athletic huntress who promised to marry the first man who could outrun her. Those who lost the race also lost their lives. With the guidance of Aphrodite, Hippomenes won the race by dropping three golden apples in Atalanta’s path during their contest. Unable to resist stopping to pick up the fruit, Atalanta lost the race. Here Montford depicts Atalanta after the race, still holding one of the golden apples that brought about her defeat.Text © National Gallery of Australia, Canberra 2010
About this artwork
- Title: Atalanta defeated (Atalanta and the golden apples)
- Artist: paul raphael montford
- Year: 1900
- Original dimensions: 232.0 x 549.0 cm
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: National Gallery of Australia
- Main color: Phthalo Green
- Perceived brightness: brilliant
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