Selene (1880)
by Albert Aublet (France, 1841–1938)
Albert Aublet’s mastery of symbolism and atmosphere shines in Selene, a dreamlike vision inspired by the Greek goddess of the moon. Suspended in a luminous, cloud-filled sky scattered with fading stars, the ethereal figure glides above a landscape of violet mountains and shimmering blue waters.
Gracefully embracing the crescent moon, Selene appears at the close of her nightly passage across the heavens. Aublet’s delicate use of color and light creates a scene that is both serene and enchanting, capturing the quiet transition between night and dawn. The painting’s blend of mythological subject matter and Art Nouveau elegance makes it a captivating example of late 19th-century symbolism.
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