Fine Art Print : Hecuba and Polydore
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Hecuba and Polydore
She sees the corpse of her youngest son, Polydore, whom she had sent away supposedly to safety; coming on top of so many calamities, the sight sends her mad
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Media ID 4379073
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Coming Corpse Hecuba Iliad Polydore Safety Sees Sends Sight Supposedly Youngest Calamities Myth
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the depth of emotion and tragedy with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Hecuba, the legendary queen of Troy, as she encounters the heart-wrenching moment of discovering the lifeless body of her youngest son, Polydore. This haunting image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw power and despair of Euripides' timeless play, The Hecuba. Our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse are meticulously sourced from renowned rights managed collections, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the beauty and emotion of this ancient tale into your home or office and let the story of Hecuba and Polydore resonate with you for generations to come.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.7cm x 40.6cm (19.6" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant and heart-wrenching scene from the Iliad, the legendary queen Hecuba of Troy is depicted in a moment of uncontrollable grief as she comes face to face with the corpse of her youngest son, Polydore. The image, captured in a classical print from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays Hecuba's anguished expression as she clutches the lifeless body of her child, tears streaming down her face. Hecuba, a powerful and noble queen, had sent Polydore away supposedly to ensure his safety during the siege of Troy. However, the fates had other plans, and the young prince fell victim to the brutal and relentless war. The sight of her son's lifeless body, coming on top of so many calamities, was the final straw for Hecuba, driving her to the brink of madness. The historical and mythological significance of this moment is profound. Hecuba's story is a reminder of the devastating impact of war on families and the innocent. The print captures the raw emotion and despair of a mother who has lost her child, a loss that is timeless and universal. The classical style of the print adds a sense of elegance and reverence to the scene, making it a powerful and moving work of art. The Iliad, an epic poem attributed to Homer, is one of the most important works of Western literature. It tells the story of the Trojan War and the fate of the legendary city of Troy. Hecuba's story is just one of many tragic tales of love, loss, and sacrifice that are woven into the fabric of this timeless masterpiece. This print is a testament to the enduring power of the Iliad and the human spirit.
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