Charon Ferrying the Shades, Pierre Subleyras, between 1735 and 1744

Charon carries newly deceased souls across the styx. An unusual subject, technically answering the strict requirements of the academy regarding the nude figure and draperies depiction. Object Type: painting. Date: between 1735 and 1744. Dimensions: height: 135 cm (53.1 in); width: 83 cm (32.6 in). Medium: oil on canvas. Collection: Louvre Museum. Subleyras charon passant les ombres louvre