“The Garden of Pan,” an oil on canvas painting by Edward Burne-Jones, was created between 1886 and 1887. This artwork belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is classified as a mythological painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 186.9 by 152.8 cm. Currently, it is located in the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) in Melbourne, Australia.
In the artwork, an ethereal and idyllic landscape is depicted with lush, rolling hills covered in verdant foliage. In the foreground, three figures, nude and quintessentially classical in their poses, add to the mythological ambiance. Two figures, a male and female, sit closely intertwined on the grass, exuding intimacy and tranquility. Their expressions are calm and reflective, emphasizing the serene and pastoral setting. The third figure, seated on a rocky ledge, plays a flute, introducing a sense of melody to the visual narrative. This figure gazes outward, seemingly lost in the music, embodying the timeless spirit of Pan, the Greek god of nature and shepherds. The composition and use of soft, blended tones create a harmonious and dreamlike quality, rendering the entire scene both idyllic and imbued with enchanting mythological significance.
