Orestes In Greek legend

Who did Orestes kill?

Electra and Orestes killing Aegisthus in the presence of their mother, Clytemnestra; detail of a Greek vase, 5th century bce. The story of Orestes was a favourite in ancient art and literature.

Who does Orestes kill in Libation Bearers?

Together, Orestes and Electra plot to avenge Agamemnon’s death. With the eager support of the chorus, Orestes concocts a plan wherein he will gain admittance to the palace and kill Aigisthos on the throne. Electra and the chorus are complicit, and disappear back into the palace.