Iliad Collection (page 15)

Achilles has a dispute with Agamemnon, 1776 (oil on canvas)
XKH152269 Achilles has a dispute with Agamemnon, 1776 (oil on canvas) by Tischbein, Johann Heinrich (1722-89); 69x84.5 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Fight of Achilles with the River Scamander (brown and white wash over pencil on paper)
XKH141622 Fight of Achilles with the River Scamander (brown and white wash over pencil on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

The Education of Achilles, c. 1772 (oil on canvas)
XYC129314 The Education of Achilles, c.1772 (oil on canvas) by Barry, James (1741-1806); 103x129 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; Paul Mellon Fund; Irish, out of copyright

The Siege of Troy (oil on canvas)
XIR168742 The Siege of Troy (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Blois, France; (add.info.: Aeneas fleeing carrying his father, Anchises, with his son)

Helen on the Ramparts of Troy (oil on canvas)
XIR101729 Helen on the Ramparts of Troy (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 95x50 cm; Musee Gustave Moreau, Paris, France; (add.info.: Helene sur les Remparts de Troie; ); French

Homer Dictating to a Clerk, 1663 (oil on canvas)
XOS1109264 Homer Dictating to a Clerk, 1663 (oil on canvas) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 107x82 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

ACHILLES. Achilles dragging the body of Hector. Book illustration, American, c1900

HOMER: THE ILIAD. Hector, dressed for battle, scolds Paris who is wearing a peasants hat or kyne, symbolizing inactivity. Line drawing by John Flaxman, c1792

HOMER: THE ILIAD. Venus, disguised as the ancient maid, Groea, visits Helen as she walks on walls of Troy. On the right Trojan women look down onto the battlefield Line drawing by John Flaxman

HOMER: THE ILIAD. Venus has led Helen to Paris palace where he lies upon a couch. Line drawing by John Flaxman (1755-1826), c1792

HECTOR AND ACHILLES. Hector dead with Achilless chariot. Oil on canvas, ascribed to Gavin Hamilton (1723-1798)

Battle scene from a manuscript of Homer Iliad c300 AD. Biblioteca Ambrosiana Milan

Achilles, hero of Homers epic poem Iliad, bandaging the wound of his firend Patroclus. Decoration on the base of an antique vase

Achilles, hero of Homers Iliad bandaging the wound of his friend Patroclus. Drawing based on an antique vase. Trojan Wars 13th-12th century BC

Amphora with scene of Trojan War in relief, detail depicting Trojan horse, 7th Century B. C
Greek civilization. 7th century b.C. Amphora with scene of Trojan War in relief. Detail: Trojan horse

Detail of Etruscan funerary urn depicting Achilles killing Troilus by walls of Troy
Etruscan civilization. Funerary urn depicting Achilles killing Troilus by the walls of Troy. Detail

Scene from ancient Greek vase with Ajax affronts Cassandra at the foot of Athenas statue
Alexandre de Laborde (1774-1842), Collection de vases grecs de Ms le Comte de Lamberg, Paris, 1813-1824. Ajax affronts Cassandra at the foot of Athenas statue

Homer, Ancient Greek poet C015 / 5777
Homer, Ancient Greek poet, thought to have been the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey. He is thought to have been active during the 8th century BC, but little is known for certain about his life

Achilles and Ajax playing checkers. Attic amphora, possibly by Exekias, c540 B. C
ACHILLES & AJAX, c540 B.C. Achilles and Ajax playing checkers. Attic amphora, possibly by Exekias, c540 B.C

WA, Seattle, Space Needle with Olympic Iliad sculpture

HOMER TITLE PAGE, 1616. Engraved title page by William Hole to the first edition of George Chapmans translation of The Whole Works of Homer, London, 1616

HOMER: THE ILIAD. The chariot of Nestor and Tydides (also known as Diomedes) thwarted in battle by Zeus lightning bolts. Steel engraving, English, c1830, after Richard Westall

AJAX: TROJAN WAR. Ajax defends the Greek ships against the Trojans: line engraving, 1793, after John Flaxman for Homers " Iliad."

IRIS, VENUS, & MARS. Iris, goddess of the Rainbow, escorts the wounded Venus to Mars. Line engraving, c1805, after John Flaxman, for Homers Iliad

HOMER: THE ILIAD. Neptune rising from the sea. Line engraving, 1805, after a drawing by John Flaxman for Homers The Iliad

THE ILIAD: NEPTUNE, 1805. Neptune Rising from the Sea: line engraving, 1805, after a drawing by John Flaxman for The Iliad

HOMER: THE ILIAD. The fight for the body of Patroclus. Line engraving, 1793, by Thomas Piroli after John Flaxman

HOMER: THE ILIAD. Achilles contending with the Rivers. Line engraving, 1793, by Thomas Piroli after John Flaxman

HOMER: THE ILIAD. Ajax defending the Greek ships against the Trojans. Line engraving, 1793, by Thomas Piroli after John Flaxman

THE TROJAN HORSE. 19th century wood engraving based on a scene from Homers Iliad

THE TROJAN HORSE, 19th CENT. Homer: The Iliad. Line engraving, late 19th century

HOMER: THE ILIAD. Thetis bringing the armor to Achilles. Line engraving, 1805, after the drawing by John Flaxman

HOMER: THE ILIAD. The meeting of Hector and Andromache. Line engraving, 1805, by James Parker after the drawing by John Flaxman

HOMER: THE ILIAD. The Embassy to Achilles. Line engraving, 1805, after the drawing by John Flaxman

Homer (Medal)
Homer blind Greek poet to whom are attributed the Iliad and the Odyssey Date: 9th -8th century BC

Heinrich Schliemann, German archaeologist
Heinrich Schliemann (1822-1890), German archaeologist and discoverer of the ruins of the legendary city of Troy. After finishing his formal education at 14

BOUCHER: JUDGEMENT OF PARIS. Oil on canvas by Francois Boucher, 1754

GUSTAVE MOREAU: HELENE. Helene a la porte Scee. Oil on canvas
GUSTAVE MOREAU: HELENE. " Helene a la porte Scee." Oil on canvas

JUDGMENT OF PARIS. Oil on wood by Jean Antoine Watteau, c1720

RENOIR: JUDGMENT OF PARIS. Oil on canvas by Renoir, c1914

Death of Achilles
While his body burns, his armour is hammered back into shape for its next user

Cassandra Warns in Vain
Cassandra warns the Trojans that the Greek horse will do them no good at all, but they do not heed her warnings - they never do !

Iliad / Prylis
Son of Hermes, Greek soothsayer who was inspired by Athena to propose the Wooden Horse as a subterfuge to get through the Trojan defences

Helen (Gorguet)
She prepares to launch a thousand ships

Homer / Celebrated
HOMER Blind Greek poet: angels celebrate his Iliad and Odyssey

Achilles & Agamemnon
The dispute between ACHILLES and AGAMEMNON is refereed by Athena

Cassandra and the Horse
The seer Cassandra is desperate because she knows that the Trojan Horse will be disastrous for Troy, but the gods have ordained that no one will believe her warnings

Myth / Lycaon & Achilles
Thy well-known captive, great Achilles! see, Once more Lycaon trembles at thy knee

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"The Iliad: A Timeless Epic Unveiled through Art" Step into the enchanting world of the ancient Greek epic, "The Iliad, " as depicted by talented artists throughout history. Circe Invidiosa, a mesmerizing painting by John William Waterhouse in 1892, captures the essence of this mythical tale with its ethereal beauty and captivating colors. Achilles Shields, meticulously crafted and adorned with intricate details, symbolize the strength and valor of the legendary hero. These shields become a powerful visual representation of Achilles' indomitable spirit on his quest for glory. The Laocoon Sculpture 2 stands as a testament to the agony endured during this epic saga. The contorted bodies depict both physical and emotional pain, reflecting the tragic consequences faced by those entangled in the Trojan War. In Achilles Lamenting the Death of Patroclus, an exquisite pen and ink drawing from 1760-63, we witness Achilles' profound grief over losing his dearest companion. This poignant artwork evokes empathy for their unbreakable bond amidst chaos and bloodshed. Achilles & Penthesilea portrays a momentous encounter between two fierce warriors - one Greek and one Amazonian queen. Their clash embodies not only raw power but also explores themes of love amidst conflict within "The Iliad. " Geffroy's rendition of Achilles in Iliad showcases this iconic character's inner turmoil as he grapples with honor versus personal vendetta. Through Geffroy's brushstrokes, we glimpse into Achilles' complex psyche that drives him towards both greatness and tragedy. Homer's profile immortalized by Chapman reminds us that it is through his poetic genius that "The Iliad" was born. His words have resonated across centuries, capturing hearts worldwide with tales of heroes who shaped history itself. Art Greek Hellenistic presents The Statue of Lacoon, a masterpiece that embodies the agony and despair of the Trojan priest.