The Death of Hippolytus
1600
Poussin captures the chaotic final moments of the mythological hero Hippolytus in this dramatic sketch, where horses rear up in terror as a chariot wheel lies broken and overturned. In the background, tiny figures watch the tragedy unfold near classical ruins, adding a sense of scale and ancient grandeur to the scene. This Baroque drawing showcases the artist's mastery of movement and emotion, likely serving as a study for a larger composition exploring the tragic end of the son of Theseus.
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