Twist tussen Achilles en Agamemnon 1710

This etching, created in 1710 by Dutch artist Bernard Picart, depicts a scene from the Trojan War. The work, titled "Twist tussen Achilles en Agamemnon" (Dispute between Achilles and Agamemnon), portrays the confrontation between the two leaders after a dispute over a captive woman. Picart's use of detailed linework captures the tension and drama of this pivotal moment from Greek mythology. The scene takes place within a tent, with a view of the Trojan camp visible through a curtained opening. The central figures, Achilles and Agamemnon, are surrounded by other warriors, including Nestor, who attempts to mediate the dispute. This engraving is a notable example of the use of printmaking to depict historical and literary themes.