Blinde Oedipus geleid door Antigone Possibly 1881

"Blinde Oedipus geleid door Antigone", a black and white print from 1881 by François de Meersman, depicts the tragic moment from Greek mythology where the blinded Oedipus, the king of Thebes, is led by his daughter Antigone. The print showcases de Meersman’s skill in capturing the emotional weight of the story through the somber figures and their desperate expressions. The scene, set amidst a seemingly abandoned courtyard, highlights the dramatic irony of Oedipus’ blindness and the weight of his past sins. The artwork's dramatic composition and historical subject matter makes it a compelling and thought-provoking piece of art.