Electra and Orestes (1879) — John Flaxman
Electra and Orestes (1879) is an artwork by John Flaxman. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- Electra and Orestes (1879)
- Artist
- John Flaxman (English, 1755-1826)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Orestes and Electra are children of Agamemnon. Their stories center on the killing of their father, revenge within the family, and the pursuit of Orestes by the Furies.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with Electra and Orestes (1879)
The landscape composition suits a wider wall or a place above a console. Measure the available width before deciding on a print; surrounding space helps the composition read clearly.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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