Megaera
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Accession Number
1896-31-119
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
**Megaera** *François-Nicolasifflart (French, 1825–1901), ca. 1870 Print; Smithsonian American Art Museum* ançois-Nicolas Chart, a prominent French artist of the 19th century, created *Megaera* around 1870 as a striking print. Born in 1825, Chifflart was renowned for his intricate illustrations and engravings, often drawing literary and mythological themes. This work, housed in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection, depicts Megaera—one of the three Furies Greek mythology, embodying jealousy, vengeance, and unbridled fury. Her fierce persona made her a compelling subject for art...