Thémistocle Se Réfugie Chez Admète

charlesphilippelariviere

gouache

abstract painting

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

neo expressionist

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

pastel chalk drawing

painting painterly

watercolor

"Thémistocle Se Réfugie Chez Admète" is a painting by French artist Charles-Philippe Lariviere, known for his historical and mythological scenes. The artwork portrays a scene from Greek mythology, where the Athenian statesman Themistocles seeks refuge with King Admetus after being banished from Athens. The composition features the figures of Themistocles, Admetus, and his wife Alcestis, surrounded by other figures, against a dramatic backdrop, creating a sense of drama and suspense. The painting is characteristic of Lariviere's style, which is known for its meticulous detail, strong composition, and evocative use of light and shadow.