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Hecuba and Polydore

Hecuba and Polydore


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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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Coming Corpse Hecuba Iliad Polydore Safety Sees Sends Sight Supposedly Youngest Calamities Myth


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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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