Perseus & Andromeda | Frederic Leighton | 1891 19th Century Illuminated by the soft glow

Illuminated by the soft glow of a single candle

ancient ruins loom over a stagnant

Under a brooding

hushed interior

Perseus & Andromeda | Frederic Leighton | 1891 19th Century Illuminated by the soft glowThe mythological theme of Andromeda is depicted in a dramatic manner. The scene is a representation of the myth set on a rocky shore. Perseus is depicted flying above the head of Andromeda, on his winged horse Pegasus. He is shooting an arrow from the air, that hits the sea monster, who turns his head upwards, towards the hero. Andromeda's almost naked, twisted body is shaded by the wings of the dark creature, creating a visual sign of imminent