Orpheus wordt gedood door bacchanten by Georges Bellenger

Orpheus wordt gedood door bacchanten 1866

georgesbellenger

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

light pencil work

ink paper printed

white dominant colour

pencil sketch

white palette

pencil work

tonal art

remaining negative space

"Orpheus wordt gedood door bacchanten," a 1866 work by Georges Bellenger, depicts the tragic death of Orpheus at the hands of Maenads. The scene unfolds in a dark forest, with the Maenads attacking Orpheus with fierce aggression. Bellenger's detailed drawing captures the drama of the moment, while also emphasizing the beauty of the figures. The image is a powerful reminder of the power of passion and the fragility of life.