Katherine Torres-Monro
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"Ariadne Abandoned by Theseus"
1774
Angelica Kauffmann (1741–1807)
Oil on canvas
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 69.23

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Katherine Torres-Monro
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In response to Katherine Torres-Monro.
The lone figure of Ariadne dominates the composition, and her solitude on the work reinforces its subject matter - she has been completely abandoned by Theseus. So much so that Kauffmann didn't even include a figure of Theseus.
07:13 AM - Feb 23, 2023
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In response to Katherine Torres-Monro.
The only reminder of his presence - and the cause of Ariadne's distress - is the ship sailing away to the horizon, which Ariadne's outstretched arm guides our gaze to.
07:13 AM - Feb 23, 2023
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