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Sir Peter Paul Rubens — Abduction of Dejanira by Nessus
Sir Peter Paul Rubens

Abduction of Dejanira by Nessus

A dynamic mythological scene depicting the violent abduction of Dejanira by the centaur Nessus, rendered with Rubens' characteristic baroque energy and muscular figures. The composition captures dramatic movement and emotional intensity through bold forms and rich coloration.

Medium
oil on oak panel

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Elegance & Wonder: Masterpieces from the Collection of Jordan and Thomas A. Saunders III

May 21, 2025

Estimate: $1,500,000$2,000,000

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Sir Peter Paul Rubens, Abduction of Dejanira by Nessus

A dynamic mythological scene depicting the violent abduction of Dejanira by the centaur Nessus, rendered with Rubens' characteristic baroque energy and muscular figures. The composition captures dramatic movement and emotional intensity through bold forms and rich coloration.

Medium
oil on oak panel
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Classical Subject, Dynamic Composition, Abduction, Rubens, Baroque, Mythology, Movement, Oil On Panel, Centaur, Drama

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