Pegasus and Bellerophon
Philip Melville Courtney – En Grisaille Classical Painting
This large-scale oil on canvas by American artist Philip Melville Courtney presents an en grisaille interpretation of a sixteenth-century Italian relief depicting Pegasus and Bellerophon. Rendered in a restrained palette of soft stone, parchment and warm gray tones, the work translates the visual language of carved relief into a contemporary painted composition.
Subtle tonal gradations create the impression of sculptural depth, while carefully modeled highlights and shadows emphasize the musculature of Pegasus, the rhythmic movement of the wings and the reclining figure of Bellerophon. The composition combines classical subject matter with a crisp, modern presentation.
Executed with an emphasis on draftsmanship, anatomy and proportion, the painting reflects the academic tradition while remaining highly adaptable to contemporary interiors. Its monumental scale and monochromatic palette give the work a strong architectural presence without overwhelming a room.
Presented in a narrow black floater frame, Pegasus and Bellerophon forms part of the group of classical works represented by Maison Palm Beach, bringing together references to antiquity, figurative painting and modern interior design.
- Creator: Philip Melville Courtney (1962, American)
- Creation Year: 2025
- Dimensions: Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 54 in (137.16 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Medium: Oil
- Movement & Style: Academic
- Period: 2010-
- Condition: New
- Gallery Location: Palm Beach, FL
Price $14,500
Pegasus and Bellerophon
