The artwork, titled “DAEDALUS AND THE NYMPH (from the Lohengrin Cycle),” was created by Ernst Fuchs in 1978. It belongs to the art movement known as Fantastic Realism and is categorized as a mythological painting.
In this painting, vibrant and intense colors blend seamlessly to depict the mythological figures of Daedalus and a nymph. Daedalus is portrayed as a muscular and imposing figure, adorned with armor and standing in a heroic pose. He holds a piece of equipment in his left hand, perhaps signifying his role as an inventor and craftsman. The nymph, slightly smaller in stature, gazes up at Daedalus with an expression of admiration or reverence, her body gracefully entwined with his. The background is detailed with fantastical elements, including a landscape that evokes a sense of ancient myth and legend. The painter’s use of light and shadow accentuates the figures, creating a dramatic and almost otherworldly ambiance. The artwork exudes a dreamlike quality characteristic of Fantastic Realism, drawing viewers into its mythical narrative.
