Stories Of Achilles Collection

Sarcophagus from Atella, with the myth of the refinding of Achilles at Sciro with the daughters of Licomedes. National Archaeological Museum of Naples

Detail of the ambush of Achilles in Troilus, Tomb of Bulls, Necropolis, Tarquinia. Tarquinia Necropolis, Tomb of Bulls Mural Painting Etruscan Art and Civilization, Italy, Europe

Stucco panel depicting Priam in front of Achilles, located in the sepulchral room of the Tomb of the Pancratii. Tombs of Via Latina, Rome Rome Tombs of Via Latina, Tomb of the Pancratii Low Relief

Attic stamnos with Achilles and Troilus preserved in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums, Gregorian Etruscan Museum Vase Classical, Greek Art

Ambush of Achilles at Troy on the Tomb of the Bulls, Necropolis, Tarquinia. Tarquinia Mural Painting Etruscan Art and Civilization, Italy, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1941 ca

Ambush of Achilles at Troy, and erotic scenes on the Tomb of the Bulls, Necropolis of Tarquinia. Tarquinia Mural Painting Etruscan Art and Civilization, Italy, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Marble base with a dedication by Tiberius Claudius Faventinus, the so-called "Casali Altar, " with a relief depicting Hector and Achilles and people in a procession; in the Vatican Museums

Sarcophagus with Achilles and Penthesilea: work preserved in the Vatican Museums, Vatican City. State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums Sarcophagus Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Etruscan urn preserved in the National Etruscan Museum of Chiusi with a portrait of the laying dead person and a representation of the Killing of Troilus

Three Greek vases from the V century BC, works preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Vase Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1908

Etruscan funerary urn with Troilus killed by Achilles in the National Archeological Museum in Umbria, Perugia Perugia National Gallery of Umbria Urn Etruscan Art and Civilization, Italy, Europe

Corinthian hydria with Achilles on his deathbed with mourning Nereids; the work is preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Museum Amphora, Vase Archaic, Greek Art, Greece, Europe

Statue of Achilles and Troilus, in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples Naples National Archaeological Museum Statue Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Sarcophagus with Achilles sacrificing the young trojans on the tomb of Patroclus in the Archeological Section of the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo in Orvieto Orvieto Museo dell'Opera del Duomo

Sarcophagus with Alexander Severus and Mammea and scenes from the life of Achilles, marble, ancient art of the third century, Palazzo Nuovo, Capitoline Museums, Rome Rome Capitoline Museums

Achilles at the Court of Lycomedes
3567471 Achilles at the Court of Lycomedes by Batoni, Pompeo Girolamo (1708-87); Vasarian Corridor (Corridoio Vasariano), Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: ARTIST: Batoni)

Achilles and the Centaur Chiron
3567469 Achilles and the Centaur Chiron by Batoni, Pompeo Girolamo (1708-87); Vasarian Corridor (Corridoio Vasariano), Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: ARTIST: Batoni)

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The captivating stories of Achilles come to life through various ancient artifacts and artworks. One such depiction can be found on a sarcophagus from Atella, housed in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. This artwork portrays the myth of Achilles being rediscovered at Sciro by the daughters of Licomedes. Another intriguing representation is seen on the Tomb of Bulls in Tarquinia, where an ambush against Achilles unfolds. The detailed stucco panel showcases this dramatic event, capturing the intensity and bravery displayed by both sides. In Rome's Tombs of Via Latina, a stamnos featuring Achilles and Troilus is preserved within the Gregorian Etruscan Museum. This piece offers insight into their complex relationship and sheds light on their fateful encounter during the Trojan War. The Necropolis of Tarquinia also holds another remarkable artifact depicting Achilles' ambush at Troy. Alongside these scenes are erotic depictions that add a unique dimension to this ancient tale. A dedication by Tiberius Claudius Faventinus can be found on a marble base known as the "Casali Altar" in Vatican City's Museums. This relief sculpture depicts Hector and Achilles amidst a procession, showcasing their legendary rivalry within a larger cultural context. Preserved within Vatican City's Museums is yet another masterpiece: a sarcophagus portraying Achilles and Penthesilea. This work delves into their tragic love story amidst war, offering glimpses into human emotions even in times of conflict. The National Etruscan Museum in Chiusi houses an Etruscan urn adorned with intricate details depicting both death and destruction - including Troilus being killed by Achilles - providing further insights into these timeless tales. Greek vases from the 5th century BC showcased at Paris' Louvre Museum offer additional perspectives on these narratives surrounding Achilles' exploits during his illustrious career as one of Greece's greatest heroes.