Hades Carrying Eros to the Underworld | Richard Westall | 1795

"Hades Carrying Eros to the Underworld" by Richard Westall, created in 1795, depicts a dramatic and mythological scene. In the artwork, Hades, the god of the underworld, is shown carrying Eros, the god of love, through the air. Hades is portrayed as a muscular, winged figure with dark, bat-like wings and a mischievous expression, suggesting his powerful and ominous nature. Eros, in contrast, is depicted as a small, angelic child with delicate wings, holding a bow, a symbol of his role in inspiring love. The dark, shadowy background creates a stark contrast with the luminous figures, highlighting the tension and drama of the scene. The painting captures the classical themes of love and death, as well as the interplay between innocence and darkness, which are central to many mythological narratives. Westall's style emphasizes the emotional intensity of the moment, using dynamic poses and vivid expressions to bring the myth to life.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
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• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

12’’ x 16’’ Inches = 30.5 cm x 40.6 cm 

18’’ x 24’’ Inches = 45.7 cm x 61 cm