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Hercules and Alcestis

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The scene unfolds with a dramatic flair, immediately drawing the eye to a muscular figure cradling a lifeless woman. His physique, emphasized by the play of light and shadow, speaks of immense strength, but his expression reveals profound sorrow. He moves with a determined pace, almost a desperate rush. The woman, pale and seemingly at peace, is the object of his sorrowful journey; her limp form contrasts with his vibrant, powerful presence. A kneeling figure, draped in flowing robes, underscores the emotional weight of the scene; her posture conveys anguish and supplication.

Hercules and Alcestis

Eugène Delacroix

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1860

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3728 × 2404 px
192 × 127 mm

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