This ethereal composition by Gustave Moreau reflects the Symbolist artist’s fascination with myth and mysticism. Hesiod, the ancient Greek poet, sits beside the Muse who inspired his verse, both figures poised on a rocky cliff overlooking a dreamlike seascape. Moreau’s style blends classical storytelling with a fantastical touch, infusing the scene with jewel-toned richness, delicate textures, and enigmatic atmosphere. The painting invites contemplation of creativity’s divine origin, rendered with the layered brushwork and luminous palette characteristic of Moreau’s intricate and visionary art.