Hero And Leander 

Salvator Rosa's "Hero and Leander" depicts the tragic end of the love story between Leander, a young man, and Hero, a priestess. The painting showcases a dramatic scene of Leander's lifeless body being carried ashore as Hero rushes to his side. This Baroque-style artwork exemplifies Rosa's mastery of dramatic composition, evident in the swirling clouds, turbulent seas, and the distraught expressions of the figures. The presence of cherubs in the sky further emphasizes the tragic nature of the event, suggesting the divine intervention in this tale of love and loss.