Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Arts > Art Movements > Landscapes

Oedipus at Colonus, 1798 (oil on canvas)

Oedipus at Colonus, 1798 (oil on canvas)


Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Fine Art Finder

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder

Oedipus at Colonus, 1798 (oil on canvas)

500311 Oedipus at Colonus, 1798 (oil on canvas)
by Harriet, Fulchran Jean (1778-1805); 187.5x164.5 (framed) 157x134 (overall) cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The ancient mythical Greek king Oedipus fulfilled his fate by unknowingly killing his father and marrying his mother. He subsequently blinded himself and was exiled. Here, Oedipus reprimands himself, while protecting his daughter Antigone. Oedipus became popular in France just after the French Revolution, since the subject addressed the return of exiles. The ancient Greek writer Sophocles provided the best-known version of the tragedy, but an interpretation that played in Paris in 1797 inspired Harriets work.); Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund

Media ID 25455942

© Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund / Bridgeman Images

Antigone Blind Blindness Classical Landscape Cripple Disability Disabled Exile Greek Mythology Handicaped Handicapped Person Infirmities Invalid Isolation Oedipus Sightless Eyes Sophocles Tragedy Fowls Myths Pagan Paganism Pagans Polytheism Polytheist


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Arts > Art Movements > Landscapes

> Arts > Artists > Related Images

> Arts > Contemporary art > Landscapes > Still life

> Arts > Contemporary art > Landscapes > Pop art

> Arts > Contemporary art > Pop art > Landscape painting

> Arts > Contemporary art > Pop art > Still life painting

> Arts > Fine Art

> Arts > Landscape paintings > Landscape art > Landscape paintings

> Arts > Landscape paintings > Landscape art

> Arts > Landscape paintings

> Fine Art Finder > Artists > Fulchran Jean Harriet

> Fine Art Finder > Artists > Peter (studio of) Lely

> Fine Art Finder > Mythological


EDITORS COMMENTS
The captivating oil painting "Oedipus at Colonus" by Harriet, Fulchran Jean depicts a poignant moment from the ancient Greek tragedy. In this artwork, Oedipus, the mythical king who unknowingly killed his father and married his mother, stands in a classical landscape while reprimanding himself. He is accompanied by his devoted daughter Antigone, whom he fiercely protects. This powerful image gained popularity in France during the aftermath of the French Revolution as it resonated with themes of exile and return. Inspired by an interpretation that played in Paris in 1797, Harriet's work captures the essence of Sophocles' well-known version of the tragedy. The painting showcases Oedipus' isolation and inner turmoil as he confronts his fate. His sightless eyes symbolize both physical blindness resulting from self-inflicted harm and metaphorical blindness to his own actions. The inclusion of birds adds a symbolic layer to the composition, representing freedom but also serving as reminders of divine intervention. Through skillful brushwork and attention to detail, Harriet brings forth not only Oedipus' personal struggle but also highlights broader themes such as mythological narratives, paganism versus religion, disability representation, and wildlife symbolism. Displayed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. , this remarkable piece continues to captivate viewers with its evocative portrayal of one man's tragic destiny intertwined with timeless human dilemmas.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival
+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed




Related Collections


Fine Art
Fine Art
Browse 110,894 Prints
Artists Related Images
Artists Related Images
Browse 428,969 Prints
Landscapes
Landscapes
Browse 20,668 Prints
Peter (studio of) Lely
Peter (studio of) Lely
Browse 29 Prints
Mythological
Mythological
Browse 2,113 Prints
Fulchran Jean Harriet
Fulchran Jean Harriet
Browse 3 Prints
Landscape paintings
Landscape paintings
Browse 265,897 Prints
Landscape art
Landscape art
Browse 101,041 Prints
Landscape paintings
Landscape paintings
Browse 67,060 Prints
Landscape painting
Landscape painting
Browse 471 Prints
Still life painting
Still life painting
Browse 425 Prints
Still life
Still life
Browse 4,230 Prints
Pop art
Pop art
Browse 530 Prints