Pygmalion and Galatea 1890

Pygmalion and Galatea 1890 is the latest restoration to be reproduced in high resolution for superior quality enlargements and is available now in our 'Potpourri' gallery, featuring vintage art & photos from around the world . . .

"Pygmalion and Galatea 1890" . . . Vintage image depicting the mythological story of the artist sculpting such a realistic woman that the stone image becomes alive and the two fall in love. Pygmalion and Galatea are shown as the carving is in the process of transforming into living flesh. Cupid aims his arrow while her legs are still warming. From an original 19th century (1884) painting by Jean Gerome. All Rights Reserved © 2015 padre art . . .




The image of this ancient 'love story' can be found ~ with more vintage art & photos, lovingly restored and available now as designs for unique gift ideas ~ at our online shop, 'Classic Old Photos' . . . Pygmalion and Galatea 1890

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