“The Triumph of Galatea” captures the moment when sculptor Pygmalion’s ivory creation, Galatea, is brought to life by Venus. Inspired by Ovid’s tale, artists have depicted this triumph in various forms. Raphael’s iconic painting portrays Galatea riding a seashell with grace, while Handel’s opera celebrates her transformation through melodious arias. Cyprus, the legendary setting, holds archaeological treasures linking it to the myth, and museums like the Louvre and Kunsthistorisches Museum showcase remarkable works. Ovid and Shaw’s literary interpretations influenced artistic portrayals, and patrons like Cardinal Farnese played crucial roles in its artistic legacy.