… IN THE STORY OF THE FUGITIVE STAG. Although I re-imagine their encounter, I never get tired of watching a mini version of the original story in this 2012 promo for a Titian exhibition.

Metamorphosis: Titian 2012 | The National Gallery, London https://youtu.be/QAzQ5IFSbeE via @YouTube

It should have won an award!

When new enchantment sprouts in the meadowlands,

And when the view grows lovelier once again

And over hills where trees are verdant

Breezes more bright and small clouds are passing.

O what a joy it is for humankind! Content

The lonely walk on river-banks, peace, delight

And bliss of healthy vigour bloom, and

Not far away is kind-hearted laughter