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Sisygambis, the mother of Darius, mistaking Hephaestion for Alexander the Great
CH402121 Sisygambis, the mother of Darius, mistaking Hephaestion for Alexander the Great (oil on canvas) by Mura, Francesco de (1696-1782); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22669960
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In this oil on canvas painting by Francesco de Mura, titled "Sisygambis, the mother of Darius, mistaking Hephaestion for Alexander the Great" we are transported back to a moment of mistaken identity and intense emotions. The scene unfolds within a classical Persian tent set against a breathtaking landscape. Sisygambis, portrayed with regal grace and vulnerability, stands at the forefront of the composition. Her face is filled with awe and adoration as she gazes upon Hephaestion, who is adorned in full Macedonian armor. Mistakenly believing him to be her son's conqueror and ruler of an empire, Alexander the Great himself, Sisygambis' confusion adds depth to this poignant encounter. The soldier's helmet obscures his face just enough to allow for such misidentification. De Mura skillfully captures both the strength and tenderness in Sisygambis' expression as she reaches out towards Hephaestion. The artist masterfully conveys her internal struggle between fear and admiration. This painting serves as a testament to the power of art in evoking complex human emotions across time. It invites us into an intimate moment that transcends cultural boundaries – reminding us that even amidst war and conquests, there exists room for compassion and understanding. As we contemplate this masterpiece from Bridgeman Images' collection through Fine Art Finder's print reproduction, we are reminded of our shared humanity and how easily misunderstandings can shape our
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