Weekend Sale ▷ The Expulsion of Iliodorus from the Temple by Oleg Litvinov, 2015 | Oil Painting for Sale

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The painting “The Expulsion of Iliodorus from the Temple” by renowned Ukrainian artist Oleg Litvinov is a grand, dynamic composition that captures a moment of divine intervention and righteous retribution. Based on the biblical and historical account, the scene depicts Iliodorus, sent to plunder the temple treasury, being forcefully driven out by heavenly warriors. Litvinov fills the canvas with a swirling energy — winged angels descending from the sky, a mounted celestial warrior charging forward, and terrified figures scattering in chaos. The architecture of the temple frames the action, adding a sense of sacred grandeur and eternal justice. The rich color palette of golds, reds, and deep earth tones, combined with intricate detailing, creates a sense of both opulence and urgency. Through this work, the artist expresses the triumph of the sacred over the profane, the inviolability of spiritual sanctuaries, and the power of divine justice to protect what is holy. The dramatic intensity invites the viewer to reflect on the eternal struggle between greed and righteousness, and on the unwavering defense of moral values.