WDM204740 Phosphorus and Hesperus, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Morgan, Evelyn De (1855-1919); 60x44 cm; De Morgan Collection, courtesy of the De Morgan Foundation; (add.info.: This painting depicts the Morning star - Phosphorus, and the Evening star - Hesperus (Greek gods). Phosphorus is rising, his pale torch held aloft, its flame strong and reflecting off his golden hair, heralding the morning which is lightening the sky behind him. Hesperus??? evening starlight is fading, as his flame in its dark torch droops and gutters, his eyes are closing, his dark head anticipating the relaxation of sleep.); 穢 De Morgan Foundation ; English, out of copyright.