The fisherman and the nymph (1837) — Henri Lehmann
The fisherman and the nymph (1837) is an artwork by Henri Lehmann. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- The fisherman and the nymph (1837)
- Artist
- Henri Lehmann (French, 1814-1882)
- Subject collection
- Nymphs & water
The mythology behind the named subject
Nymphs are female nature spirits in Greek mythology, linked to particular waters, trees, mountains, or other landscapes. Naiads inhabit fresh water, while Nereids belong to the sea.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with The fisherman and the nymph (1837)
The balanced proportions can sit comfortably on a smaller wall or within a considered grouping. Start with the space around the artwork, then choose a print size that leaves the composition easy to see.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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