Ulysses at the court of Alcinous
- Artist
- Francesco Hayez
- Date
- c.1815 ; Italy
- Style
- Romanticism
- Genre
- Mythological painting
- Location
- National Museum of Capodimonte
"Ulysses at the court of Alcinous" is a mythological painting by Italian artist Francesco Hayez, created between 1814 and 1816. This canvas depicts the moment when Odysseus receives hospitality from King Alcinous, showcasing Hayez's mastery of oil painting techniques. Reflecting the influence of Romanticism, the work captures intense emotion and drama, emphasizing heroism and mythic grandeur. Commissioned for Gioacchino Murat and tailored to specific dimensions and themes by Leopoldo Cicognara, it now resides in the National Museum of Capodimonte in Naples.
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