His subject matter favours the mythological over the historical (the birth of Erichthonios is a recurring theme) and given that he worked at the height of the Peloponnesian War have the air of escapist fantasy.
The artist's focus on mythological themes, such as the birth of Erichthonios, which recurs in his work, suggests a preference for imaginative storytelling. Working during the intense period of the Peloponnesian War likely contributed to this inclination towards escapist art.