The Metamorphoses

Sophie Shapiro
The Metamorphoses by Sophie Shapiro

The Metamorphoses

The Metamorphoses by the Roman poet Ovid is a narrative poem in fifteen books that describes the creation and history of the world. Written in 8 AD, it has remained one of the most popular works of mythology, being the Classical work best known to medieval writers and thus having a great deal of influence on medieval poetry.

Wax, ink, pigment and watercolour

The Metamorphoses belongs to the following groups:

Greek and Roman Mythology
  • ENaLu

    ENaLu, 4 months ago

    this is almost egyptian
    the eye of horus?

    beautiful work

  • RMonroe

    RMonroe, 4 months ago

    Love this, absolutely gorgeous. “Another moment, another time, thoughts of you crossed my mind”.... These are the words that came to me when viewing this painting.

  • mhkantor

    mhkantor, 4 months ago

    wonderful sophie. great colors.

  • coppertrees

    coppertrees, 4 months ago

    Perfect mix of colors I love the coppers you use.Outstanding piece

  • Wendy Slee

    Wendy Slee, 4 months ago

    like some inner dialogue…..
    thoughts flow back and forth, pulling in different directions.
    hopefully leading to clarity and resolution…. ;-)
    I agree with Enalu – has an egyptian feel about it…..

  • katsu

    katsu, 4 months ago

    I agree to mk!!!
    nice work sophie

  • butchart

    butchart, 4 months ago

    The creator stands to the left in the void… seeing many layers of time…fold and unfold again… above the green orb of earth…. the question arises who is watching the creator… the eye….......b

  • Julie Marks

    Julie Marks, 4 months ago

    Another gorgeous painting that is a great pairing for your wonderful narrative. The color tones are exquisite and like your text, I also perceive the essence of antiquity during medieval times. There are so many images that I could look at all the intricate elements all day as they move and change shape evolving into more perceptions. This is truly a feast for the eyes and soul.

  • robyn nuttall

    robyn nuttall, 4 months ago

    complex with exquisite detail Sophie!

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to ENaLu’s comment, 4 months ago

    E thank you for this wonderful message! I am actually designing my own Tarot Cards which are based on Egyptology. Some of the paintings on my site represent some of the gods. I’m glad you like it and Horus? Well he’s rather special!!!!!!!!! For us both I feel!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to RMonroe’s comment, 4 months ago

    Robin these are beautiful words, they could convey a special message for you! Are you interested in Spiritual work? Let me know. Someone may be trying to communicate with you! I’m so glad you like this painting!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to mhkantor’s comment, 4 months ago

    Yes, this appear in its usual fashion and I am quite mesmerized by it myself!
    I’m glad you like it Mhk! Hope you feel a little better today? Thinking of you!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to coppertrees’s comment, 4 months ago

    Your words are so enthusiastic, I feel I could climb a mountain! Thank you Coppertrees!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to Wendy Slee’s comment, 4 months ago

    Wendy you write so beautifully! Have you ever written a book? Thank you for your wonderful comment! I feel there’s an inner dialogue taking place and resolution is just over the horizon! Thank you for all your wonderful comments!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to katsu’s comment, 4 months ago

    Katsu thank you for your lovely comment! I really appreciate it!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to butchart’s comment, 4 months ago

    Oh! that is so beautiful! I’m so glad you noticed the eye! Love this comment!
    Thank you!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to Julie Marks’s comment, 4 months ago

    Julie what can I possibly say to such a wonderful words? Thank you is all that comes to mind! I’m really happy that you enjoy my work so much! I really am!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to robyn nuttall’s comment, 4 months ago

    Thank you for your wonderful comment! I’m really happy that you like this painting!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro, 4 months ago

    Thank you Monk for all your wonderful comments and BM! I appreciate your time and interest! Thank you!Sx

  • Maureen Bloesch

    Maureen Bloesch, 4 months ago

    Looks like a tribal mask:>))

  • lolowe

    lolowe, 4 months ago

    I love the colors! Really wonderful

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to Maureen Bloesch’s comment, 4 months ago

    Maureen thank you for your comment! I really appreciate it!Sx

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro in reply to lolowe’s comment, 4 months ago

    I’m really glad you like this and enjoy the colours! Thank you!Sx

  • Leno

    Leno, 4 months ago

    You have such a unique style in color and medium.
    Immensely interesting, enjoyable and thought provoking! Keep it going!:))

  • Helene Kippert

    Helene Kippert, 4 months ago

    Fascinating sophie

  • pinkyjain

    pinkyjain, 4 months ago

    This is remarkable, amazing Sophie, gorgeous. i see so many things & feel so many things, fabulous

  • Dawnsky2

    Dawnsky2, 3 months ago

    OOoo Anceint Egyptian,, it’s like the a tomb, the Pharaoh is walking the Spirit path from his tomb, with many trials to pass, if he is to get to the end ..x

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