ロジャーとアンジェリカ

Odilon Redon

1910

ロジャーとアンジェリカ by Odilon Redon, 1910

Odilon Redon transforms a classic rescue mission into a floating, ethereal mystery in this swirling, mystical scene. Based on the epic poem 'Orlando Furioso,' a glowing, winged figure—likely the hero Roger on his magical steed—descends through dark, smoky clouds toward a princess chained near a massive rock formation that eerily resembles a giant, sleeping face. The deep blues and vibrant purples create a haunting atmosphere, typical of Redon's Symbolist style where reality blends seamlessly with fantasy. Created late in his life, this piece proves his imagination only grew wilder with age, turning a dramatic literary moment into a soft, dreamlike vision.

Technique
Pastel
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