9Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne – Rome

In the heart of Rome, within the Borghese Gallery, Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne stands as a mesmerizing example of Baroque sculpture.  

This exquisite piece captures the very moment when Apollo pursues the nymph Daphne, who, in a moment of desperation, transforms into a laurel tree to escape his advances. Bernini’s craftsmanship is evident in the flowing drapery, the texture of the leaves, and the palpable sense of movement frozen in stone. Apollo and Daphne exemplify the Baroque fascination with dramatic storytelling and emotional intensity.

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