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Achilles delivering Briseis to the Heralds (engraving)
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Achilles delivering Briseis to the Heralds (engraving)
7193890 Achilles delivering Briseis to the Heralds (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Achilles delivering Briseis to the Heralds. Illustration for A Dictionary of Classical Antiquities from the German of Dr Oskar Seyffert (William Glaisher, 1891).); © Look and Learn
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This engraving, titled "Achilles delivering Briseis to the Heralds" takes us back to ancient Greece in the 19th century. The artwork, created by an unknown European School artist, beautifully captures a scene from Greek mythology. In this illustration for A Dictionary of Classical Antiquities, we witness Achilles handing over Briseis to the heralds. This moment is significant as it marks Achilles' surrendering of his war prize due to a dispute with Agamemnon during the Trojan War. The intense emotions and tension between these legendary characters are palpable in every stroke of the engraver's hand. The setting transports us to a picturesque townhouse nestled amidst other dwellings in ancient Pompeii. The attention to detail brings forth a sense of authenticity as we glimpse into daily life during that era. It's fascinating how this snapshot freezes time just before Mount Vesuvius unleashed its devastating volcanic eruption on Pompeii. The black and white composition adds depth and contrast, enhancing our focus on Achilles and Briseis while subtly reminding us of the passage of time since this mythological tale took place centuries ago. As we admire this print from Fine Art Finder, let us appreciate not only its artistic merit but also its ability to transport us through history and immerse ourselves in classical antiquity.
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