Artwork
The Erinyes Drive Alcmaeon from the Corpse of his Mother, Eriphyle, Whom He Has Killed.
The Erinyes Drive Alcmaeon from the Corpse of his Mother, Eriphyle, Whom He Has Killed. is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Henry Fuseli. It dates from 1821 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created by Henry Fuseli in 1821, depicts a dramatic scene from mythology. It is currently held at the Kunsthaus Zürich.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a moment from ancient myth, showing Alcmaeon being driven away by the Erinyes after he has killed his mother, Eriphyle. The scene is one of intense emotional turmoil, with the Erinyes' anger and Alcmaeon's actions creating a sense of tragic consequence.
Technique & Style
Fuseli's use of chiaroscuro creates a dark and ominous atmosphere, with deep shadows accentuating the drama of the scene. The contrast between the calm, white cloth covering Eriphyle's body and the intense emotions of the Erinyes adds to the overall tension.
Artist & collection
Artist
Henry Fuseli was a Swiss painter, draughtsman, and writer on art who spent much of his career in Britain.
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