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Fine Art 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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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring history to life with this captivating fine art print depicting Priam pleading with Achilles for the body of Hector. A powerful scene captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, this piece is sure to add a touch of drama and emotion to any space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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