“The Triumph of Alexander the Great” by Gustave Moreau, created between approximately 1886 and 1892, is an oil painting belonging to the Symbolism movement. This historical artwork, measuring 155 by 155 centimeters, is housed in the Musée National Gustave Moreau in Paris, France.
The painting portrays a grand and mystical depiction of the victorious Alexander the Great. The background reveals an elaborate, fantastical cityscape set against a mountainous terrain. The architecture is intricately detailed and offers an almost dreamlike quality, characteristic of Symbolist art. Figures are depicted in a procession towards the right, where Alexander sits elevated on a throne, majestically overseeing the scene. Vivid use of color, intricate details, and a solemn yet grandiose ambiance embody Moreau’s symbolic representation of historical triumph.
