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Achilles delivers Briseis to Agamemnons Heralds, 1787-90 (plaster)
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Achilles delivers Briseis to Agamemnons Heralds, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343150 Achilles delivers Briseis to Agamemnons Heralds, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Achille consegna Briseide agli araldi di Agamennone, 1787-90, di Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822), gesso.); Ghigo Roli
Media ID 25183688
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Achille Achilles Agamemnon Agamennone Antonio Canova Arte Bellezza Virile Briseis Gesso Greek Myth Homer Il Settecento Iliad Iliade Male Beauty Mito Greco Mitología Neoclassicism Neoclassicismo Nudo Omero Plaster Rilievo Scultura Troia Troy Xviii Century Xviii Secolo Hippodameia
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This print captures Antonio Canova's masterpiece, "Achilles delivers Briseis to Agamemnon's Heralds". The sculpture, made of plaster and housed in the Fondazione Cariplo in Milan, Italy, depicts a pivotal moment from Greek mythology. In this scene, Achilles reluctantly hands over Briseis to Agamemnon's heralds as a result of a dispute between the two warriors during the Trojan War. Canova skillfully portrays the tension and emotion of this encounter through his intricate sculpting. The artwork showcases Canova's mastery of neoclassical style with its attention to detail and emphasis on idealized male beauty. The nudity of both Achilles and Briseis adds an additional layer of vulnerability and rawness to the composition. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back to ancient times, immersed in Homer's epic poem "The Iliad" where heroes clash for honor and love amidst the backdrop of Troy. It is a testament to Canova's talent that he can bring these mythical characters to life through his art. This image serves as a reminder not only of Canova's artistic genius but also of the enduring power and relevance of classical mythology in our modern world.
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