Daedalus and Icarus 1625

This 17th-century painting by Orazio Riminaldi, titled "Daedalus and Icarus," depicts the tragic Greek myth of the father and son who built wings to escape Crete. Daedalus, a skilled craftsman, is shown holding Icarus, who is reaching up towards the sky while attached to his feathered wings. The painting captures the drama and tension of the moment, as Daedalus desperately tries to hold back Icarus from flying too close to the sun. The painting is a powerful reminder of the dangers of ambition and the importance of listening to the advice of one's elders. "Daedalus and Icarus" exemplifies Baroque artistic trends with its dramatic use of light and shadow and emotional intensity.