The Chimera | Gustave Moreau | 1867

The painting "The Chimera" by Gustave Moreau, created around 1867, depicts a striking mythological scene. In this artwork, a female figure, which could represent a muse or a mythical nymph, is gently embracing a Chimera. The Chimera is classically characterized as a monstrous creature composed of parts from different animals, usually depicted with a lion's head, a goat's body, and a serpent's tail. However, in Moreau's interpretation, the creature has the hindquarters of a horse and large, dark wings, blending various animalistic traits to create a unique and fantastical being. The background is ethereal and indistinct, giving the sense of an otherworldly encounter. The figures are poised as if in mid-flight, with the Chimera's hoof resting on the edge of a crag, enhancing the dramatic and surreal quality of the scene. Moreau's work is known for its Symbolist style, rich in allegorical content and mythological references, and this painting is a quintessential example of his enigmatic and imaginative approach to art.

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- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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Sizes:

11 x 14 Inches = 28 cm x 35.5 cm

16 x 20 Inches = 40.6 cm x 50.8 cm

24 x 32 Inches = 61 cm x 81.3 cm