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Poster Print : HOMER: THE ILIAD. Minerva repressing the fury of Achilles. Line engraving, 1805, by William Blake after the drawing by John Flaxman
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HOMER: THE ILIAD. Minerva repressing the fury of Achilles. Line engraving, 1805, by William Blake after the drawing by John Flaxman
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1805 Armor Athena Blake Flaxman Goddess Hellenic Republic Homer Iliad Sword Toga Will I Am
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the timeless tale of Homer's Iliad to life with our stunning poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating poster features the iconic image of Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and war, attempting to repress the fury of Achilles. The exquisite line engraving, created by William Blake in 1805 after the drawing by John Flaxman, is now available as a high-quality poster print from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand. Add this beautiful work of art to your home or office to inspire wisdom, courage, and the epic spirit of Homer's legendary poem.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 18.8cm (11.9" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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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This print showcases a remarkable piece of art titled "HOMER: THE ILIAD. Minerva repressing the fury of Achilles". Created in 1805, it is a line engraving skillfully crafted by William Blake after an original drawing by John Flaxman. The image transports us back to ancient times, capturing the essence of early Hellenic civilization. In this striking depiction, we witness the intense moment when Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and warfare, intervenes to quell the raging anger within Achilles. Clad in majestic armor and wielding his sword with determination, Achilles embodies both strength and vulnerability as he confronts his inner turmoil. The meticulous details captured through this engraving bring forth a sense of timelessness and reverence for Homer's epic poem, The Iliad. Through their artistic collaboration, Blake and Flaxman breathe life into these legendary characters from Greek mythology. As we gaze upon this masterpiece, we are transported into a world where gods interacted with mortals on battlefields soaked in bloodshed. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and conflict, divine intervention can guide our actions towards reason and restraint. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to appreciate not only the talent behind its creation but also invites us to delve deeper into classical literature and explore the rich tapestry of human emotions that transcend time itself.
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