Illustration to the Iliad 1795

This 1795 illustration by John Flaxman depicts a scene from Homer's epic poem, *The Iliad*. It is one of a series of engravings illustrating the story of the Trojan War, a popular subject for artists of the period. The artwork captures the dramatic moment when the slain Trojan warrior, Hector, is carried back to his grieving wife, Andromache, and his son. The stark linework and simplified forms of the figures are typical of Flaxman's Neoclassical style, reflecting the artist's interest in ancient Greek art and literature. This type of work was popular among middle-class audiences who were eager to explore the literature and history of classical antiquity.