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Ambassadors Sent by Agamemnon to Urge Achilles to Fight, 1801 (oil on canvas)
XIR128674 Ambassadors Sent by Agamemnon to Urge Achilles to Fight, 1801 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts, Paris, France; (add.info.: Ambassadeurs envoyes a Achille par Agamemnon pour l engager a combattre; persuade him to take up arms; Achilles refused to fight until she had been returned; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12720482
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Ambassador Encourage Homer Iliad Lute Messenger Trojan Wars
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring the timeless beauty of art into your home with Media Storehouse's Mounted Photos. This exquisite piece features "Ambassadors Sent by Agamemnon to Urge Achilles to Fight," an oil on canvas painting by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, dated 1801. Widely regarded as a masterpiece from the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris, this artwork showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors that only a fine art image can provide. Add a touch of history and sophistication to any room with this stunning mounted photo of Ingres' iconic masterpiece from Bridgeman Images.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.7cm x 15.2cm (7.8" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
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In this oil on canvas print titled "Ambassadors Sent by Agamemnon to Urge Achilles to Fight". Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres masterfully captures a pivotal moment from the Trojan Wars. The painting, created in 1801, showcases the tension and drama as Agamemnon's ambassadors attempt to persuade Achilles to rejoin the battle. The composition is rich with symbolism and emotion. The male figures are depicted nude, emphasizing their vulnerability and strength as warriors. One ambassador holds a helmet while another carries a lute, representing both the call for war and the power of persuasion through music. Their expressions convey determination mixed with apprehension as they plead with Achilles. Achilles himself stands tall and defiant, his muscular physique contrasting against the delicate drapery that adorns him. His refusal to fight until Briseis, his beloved companion who was stolen by Agamemnon, is returned adds an additional layer of complexity to this scene. Through Ingres' meticulous brushwork and attention to detail, we are transported back in time to witness this crucial encounter between diplomacy and personal honor. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and highlights themes found in Homer's epic poem "The Iliad". Displayed at Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris, France, this print invites us into a world where bravery clashes with personal grievances—a timeless tale that continues to resonate today.
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