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Oedipus and the Sphinx, 1864 (oil on canvas)
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Oedipus and the Sphinx, 1864 (oil on canvas)
3432888 Oedipus and the Sphinx, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 206.4x104.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Greek hero Oedipus confronting the Sphinx outside Thebes: he must solve her riddle to save his life and those of the besieged Thebans); French, out of copyright
Media ID 18260927
© Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA / Bridgeman Images
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In this oil on canvas print titled "Oedipus and the Sphinx". Gustave Moreau transports us to a mythical world of ancient Greece. The painting, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases the dramatic encounter between Oedipus, a revered Greek hero, and the enigmatic Sphinx outside the city walls of Thebes. Standing at an impressive size of 206.4x104.8 cm, Moreau's masterpiece captures the essence of this legendary tale. Oedipus must solve the Sphinx's riddle to save not only his own life but also those of his fellow besieged Thebans. As we gaze upon this French Symbolist artwork, we are drawn into a fantastical meeting between man and creature. The rugged mountainous landscape serves as a backdrop for this symbolic confrontation. Half lion and half woman with wings spread wide, the hybrid Sphinx exudes power and mystery while challenging Oedipus' intellect. Moreau skillfully incorporates classical elements into his composition - from naked figures symbolizing freedom to rocky outcrops reminiscent of ancient Greek mythology. Every brushstroke reveals intricate details that bring forth both tension and beauty within this narrative scene. As we delve deeper into "Oedipus and the Sphinx" we find ourselves contemplating themes such as destiny, fate, and human resilience in face of adversity. This remarkable piece exemplifies Symbolist art at its finest - evoking emotions through visual storytelling while exploring profound philosophical concepts rooted in ancient
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