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Pentheus Pursued by the Maenads, 1864 (oil on canvas)
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Pentheus Pursued by the Maenads, 1864 (oil on canvas)
3597123 Pentheus Pursued by the Maenads, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Gleyre, Charles (1806-74); 121.1x200.7 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: Pentheus, king of Thebes, in Euripides Tragedy " The Bacchae" is mudered by maenads (female followers of Bacchus/Dionysos) after he bans the worship of Dionysus); Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 22445776
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Bacchus Chased Dionysos Dionysus Drapery Dynamic Escape Escaping Euripides Fleeing Follower Followers Maenad Maenads Metamorphoses Neoclassical Ovid Retinue Rocks Rocky Terrain Terror Thebes Fear
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This print captures the intense and dramatic scene of "Pentheus Pursued by the Maenads" painted by Charles Gleyre in 1864. The oil on canvas artwork, measuring 121.1x200.7 cm, is housed in the Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. The painting depicts Pentheus, the king of Thebes, being relentlessly pursued by a group of maenads - female followers of Bacchus/Dionysus. This tragic event from Euripides' Tragedy "The Bacchae" unfolds as Pentheus bans the worship of Dionysus and ultimately meets his demise at the hands of these enraged women. Gleyre's neoclassical style beautifully portrays this mythological tale with dynamic figures set against a rocky terrain. The sense of fear and terror is palpable as Pentheus desperately tries to escape his pursuers while draped in flowing drapery. The composition expertly captures both movement and emotion, showcasing Gleyre's skillful brushwork and attention to detail. Birds soar above the chaotic scene, adding an additional layer of symbolism to this powerful narrative. Through this remarkable artwork, Gleyre brings to life an ancient Greek myth filled with drama and tragedy. It serves as a reminder that even kings are not immune to divine retribution when they challenge or disrespect powerful gods like Dionysus/Bacchus. Overall, this painting invites viewers into a world where mythology intertwines
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