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Killer of Darius before Alexander (King Porus and Alexander the Great)

Unknown

1662

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Barbizon school Baroque Aeneas

Dominant colour

Killer of Darius before Alexander (King Porus and Alexander the Great) is a 1662 oil by Unknown, a Barbizon school work, depicting Aeneas, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1662 · Barbizon school
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

This painting depicts a scene of ancient warriors in a mountainous landscape. In the foreground, a group of men are gathered around a central figure, who is dressed in a red cloak and helmet. The men are armed with spears and shields, and some are wearing armor. The background of the painting shows a rocky terrain with mountains in the distance. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, with the central figure standing out against the darker background. The artist's use of color is also noteworthy, with the red cloak and helmet drawing the viewer's attention.