Diana & Endymion
A thing of beauty is a joy for ever:
Its loveliness increases; it will never
Pass into nothingness; but still will keep
A bower quiet for us, and a sleep
Full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing.
~John Keats {Endymion}
Diana and Endymion by: Nicolas Poussin {1630}
Owned by: Detroit Institute of Arts
“A bower quiet for us…” I’m glad to have read this, thanks for posting!
This post is a little gem on a desolate winter afternoon. The majestic scope of the picture forms a stunning contrast to the simple imagery of the lines. Thanks for posting!
Thank you both, I’m so glad it brightened your day Aida.
We’re so blessed to have such treasures in the DIA.