Apollo Tended by the Nymphs
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The sculpture Apollo Tended by the Nymphs was created by François Girardon between 1666 and 1675 for the Grotto of Thetis at Versailles. This work was inspired by ancient Greek sculpture, such as the Apollo Belvedere, and the paintings of Nicolas Poussin.1
The sculpture depicts the god Apollo being cared for by nymphs, who were nature goddesses in Greek mythology. Girardon, a prominent sculptor of the era of Louis XIV, was known for his classical style, though his works were less vigorous than those of the Roman Baroque school. He also created other notable works for Versailles, including the Bath of the Nymphs and The Rape of Persephone.231
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