“Narcissus” is a sculpture created by John Gibson in 1829, belonging to the Neoclassicism art movement. This artwork exemplifies classical themes and aesthetics that were prominent during this era.
The artwork features a young male figure, rendered in marble, captured in a serene and contemplative pose. The subject’s head is bowed and he gazes downward, his right arm resting gracefully over his left knee. His left hand lightly supports his body on a draped stone pedestal, accentuating the natural curvature of his form. The meticulous detailing of the marble surface enhances the realistic texture of the skin, hair, and cloth, emphasizing the subject’s idealized beauty and tranquility. The sculpture embodies the essence of Neoclassicism through its adherence to classical proportions, harmony, and restrained elegance.
