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Canvas Print : Priam pleading with Achilles for the body of Hector (engraving)
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Priam pleading with Achilles for the body of Hector (engraving)
8634984 Priam pleading with Achilles for the body of Hector (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Priam, King of Troy, pleading with Achilles for the body of his eldest son, Hector. Illustration from Hellas. Das Land und Volk der Alten Griechen, by Wilhelm Waegner (Otto Spamer, Leipzig, 1867).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38117922
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with this captivating canvas print depicting Priam pleading with Achilles for the body of Hector. A powerful image from Fine Art Finder's collection, this piece by Bridgeman Images is sure to make a statement in any room.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful engraving captures the emotional moment of Priam, King of Troy, pleading with Achilles for the body of his eldest son, Hector. The scene is filled with raw emotion as Priam desperately begs for the return of his fallen warrior son.
The artist skillfully conveys the grief and mourning of Priam through his posture and expression, while Achilles stands stoically in contrast, embodying indifference to the pleas before him. The tension between these two figures is palpable, highlighting the tragedy and futility of war.
Set against a backdrop of ancient Greece, this engraving brings to life a legendary moment from Homer's epic poem "The Iliad." It serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the enduring themes of heroism, family loyalty, and loss that have resonated throughout history.
As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to witness this heartbreaking exchange between father and warrior. It is a haunting depiction that reminds us of the complexities and consequences of war, leaving us with a sense of reverence for those who have sacrificed everything on the battlefield.
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