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.

Frame:

Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. Includes an off-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.

All framed prints feature our premium fine art paper. This is a museum-quality paper which reproduces photography and artworks with exceptional tonality and renders sharp details with consistent flatness and accuracy.

Print: 

For the matted / mounted prints we use a thick 1.4mm window mount cut from premium, textured mountboard. All mounts are "conservation grade", FSC certified, 100% acid free, and will not discolour or fade with age.

• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified off-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging