The Centaur of Pompeii
Physical Details
- Medium: Oil on paper
- Dimensions: 21.0 × 29.0 cm
- Weight: 0.0 kg
- Date: 2023
- Location: France
- Certificate of Authenticity: N°20231231-0065
- Catalogue Number: AQC0478
- Collection: Spells and Magic
Provenance
- Origin: Arnaud Quercy, Paris, France, 2023
Description
In 'The Myth of Kyrnos,' the artist Arnaud Quercy brings to life an ancient tale through a vibrant and dynamic composition. The piece is a captivating interplay of abstract forms and earthy tones, with a central figure that seems to emerge from the layers of color and texture. The use of geometric shapes and intersecting lines creates a sense of movement and depth, drawing the viewer into the mysterious world of Kyrnos. The warm hues and bold strokes evoke the timelessness of the myth, inviting contemplation on the stories that shape our cultural heritage. This painting is a tribute to the enduring power of mythology and its ability to transcend time and space, capturing the imagination and inspiring wonder.
Where this work lives
- Series: Myths & Legends
- Collection: Spells and Magic
- Technique: Oil
Other works in this series
- Noppera - bo - The Mujina of the Akasaka Road
- The Alchemist
- The Alchemist - Variations on Zosimos of panopolis theme
- The myth of Kyrnos
- Psyche Unveiled
- The alchemist
- The Dance of the Siblings - The Dualism of Apollo and Artemis
- Archimedes, the owl
- GRIMOIRE
Documented at
- Gallery — The Centaur of Pompeii
- Nanopublication — The Centaur of Pompeii — Digital Image Documentation - aqc0478_img_full_1536x2048_webp
- Nanopublication — The Centaur of Pompeii — Physical Specifications
- Nanopublication — The Centaur of Pompeii — Computational Image Analysis - AQC0478
Thematic Elements
Technical Notes
- Format: Small
- Type: Painting
- Image resolution: 1536x2048 px
Page Information
- Last updated : 2026-06-11
- Language: EN | Version française
