The Abduction of The Sabine Women 1633 - 1634

Nicolas Poussin's monumental canvas, "The Abduction of The Sabine Women," depicts a scene from Roman mythology. Completed in 1634, the painting showcases Poussin's mastery of classical composition and his use of light and shadow to create depth and drama. The composition is a whirlwind of movement and emotion as the Sabine women, who were captured and taken as wives by the Romans, are carried away, creating a sense of both chaos and order. The painting, with its vivid details and intricate narrative, is a hallmark of the Baroque period, a time characterized by theatrical and dynamic artistic expressions.