Sculptuur van Menelaos en Patroklos in de Loggia dei Lanzi te Florence 1896

This 1896 print titled "Sculptuur van Menelaos en Patroklos in de Loggia dei Lanzi te Florence" is a reproduction of a sculpture depicting the Greek hero Menelaus mourning over the body of his lover Patroclus. The piece, likely inspired by the classical Greek tradition, is a testament to the enduring themes of love, loss, and grief. The print, measuring 404 mm in height and 291 mm in width, showcases the dramatic composition and intricate details of the original sculpture. The piece's inscription in German, "Rettung des sterbenden Patroclos durch Menelaos," suggests the artist's interest in exploring the narrative and emotional impact of this iconic scene from Greek mythology.