Theseus and Ariadne 

Angelica Kauffmann's "Theseus and Ariadne" depicts the Greek mythological moment when Ariadne, daughter of King Minos, gives Theseus the ball of thread to navigate the Labyrinth and slay the Minotaur. Kauffmann, a prominent Neoclassical artist, is known for her depictions of historical and mythological scenes. Her emphasis on classical ideals of beauty and virtue is evident in the graceful poses and elegant drapery of the figures. The scene is set against a background of stone architecture and features a subtle interplay of light and shadow, characteristic of Kauffmann's style.