Orpheus at the tomb of Eurydice (1805) — Johann Peter Krafft
Orpheus at the tomb of Eurydice (1805) is an artwork by Johann Peter Krafft. 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
- Orpheus at the tomb of Eurydice (1805)
- Artist
- Johann Peter Krafft (Austrian, 1780 – 1856)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Orpheus uses his music to seek the return of Eurydice from the underworld. He is permitted to lead her out on the condition that he does not look back before they reach the upper world, but turns too soon.
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 Orpheus at the tomb of Eurydice (1805)
The balanced proportions can sit comfortably on a smaller wall or within a considered grouping. Start with the space around the artwork, then choose a print size that leaves the composition easy to see.
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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