Rinaldo and Armida 1626

"Rinaldo and Armida" is a painting by Nicolas Poussin depicting a scene from the epic poem "Jerusalem Delivered" by Torquato Tasso. The work showcases Poussin's masterful handling of composition and light, placing the central figures of Rinaldo and Armida in a dramatic interplay of light and shadow. The scene, set in a lush landscape with a backdrop of a stormy sky, conveys the emotional intensity of the story, as Rinaldo succumbs to Armida's charms. Poussin’s painting is a fine example of French Classicism, characterized by its balanced composition, clarity, and attention to detail, and is now on display at the Pushkin Museum in Moscow.