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Homers Iliad (engraving)
961832 Homers Iliad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Pictorial Atlas to Homers Iliad and Odyssey (Grevel, 1892). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22219852
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This print showcases an engraving of Homer's Iliad, created by the English School in the 19th century. The artwork is part of a private collection and was originally featured as an illustration for the Pictorial Atlas to Homer's Iliad and Odyssey in 1892. This digitally cleaned image allows us to appreciate the intricate details and craftsmanship of this historical piece. The engraving depicts various scenes from Greek mythology, including visits by Hecuba, slaying of Iobates, Bellerophon's departure, and punishment in Pompeii. It also features mythological figures such as Priam, Hector, Lycurgus, and Chimaera. Through this visual representation, we are transported back to ancient Greece with its rich religious traditions and polytheistic beliefs. Homer himself is renowned as one of the greatest poets in history. His epic works continue to captivate readers worldwide with their tales of heroism and tragedy. The Iliad specifically focuses on the Trojan War while exploring themes of honor, glory, fate, and human nature. This print not only serves as a reminder of ancient antiquity but also pays homage to the power that literature holds throughout time. It invites us to delve into these mythical narratives that have shaped our understanding of Greek culture and influenced countless generations since then.
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