Plate with Amphiaraus and Eriphyle (from the Hercules Service)

Painted by Francesco Xanto Avelli

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a mythological scene on a plate. The image shows a group of classical figures surrounding a central bearded figure emerging from a tree in a forested landscape. The figures wear vibrantly colored garments and are positioned around the tree as if interacting with the central figure. Above them is a coat of arms with an animal-like figure. The setting includes detailed trees, a mountainous landscape, and a blue sky. The scene is set on a decorative plate and demonstrates classical style with its rich use of color and detail.