
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
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Elegance & Wonder: Masterpieces from the Collection of Jordan and Thomas A. Saunders III
May 21, 2025
Estimate: $1,500,000 – $2,000,000
Lot 2
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