Antigone Pouring a Libation over the Corpse of Her Brother Polynices 1867 - 1870

"Antigone Pouring a Libation over the Corpse of Her Brother Polynices" is a marble sculpture by William Henry Rinehart, created between 1867 and 1870. The sculpture depicts the Greek mythological figure Antigone performing a ritual libation over the body of her brother, Polynices. The work is a powerful example of Neoclassical sculpture, showcasing the idealized forms and dramatic poses characteristic of the style. The sculpture is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.