He painted primarily religious works, but also mythological and allegorical subjects. Greco-Roman mythological figures typically appear in an allegorical or canting role. Theoria is opposed to allegorical or symbolic interpretations of church traditions. The poem is deeply allegorical and allusive. The biblical dimension refers to "hidden" or allegorical interpretations of Scriptures. Here he received many commissions for mythological and allegorical subjects. Such stories may be supernatural, symbolic or allegorical. Later, Tagore's dramas used more philosophical and allegorical themes. The earliest of these paintings are a series of allegorical nudes. Ovid was read with a Christian allegorical interpretation. Critics argue that allegorical intent can be ambiguous. He decorated a mansion with nine large paintings of allegorical figures. The facade is decorated with numerous statues representing nobles, saints, and allegorical figures. This is evidenced in his flower pieces, landscapes, allegorical works and gallery paintings. Rae specialised in classical, allegorical and literary subjects.