Odysseus en Telemachus onderweg naar Laertes 1632 - 1633

Theodoor van Thulden's etching "Odysseus en Telemachus onderweg naar Laertes" (1632-1633) depicts the Greek heroes Odysseus and Telemachus on their journey to see Laertes, Odysseus's father. The image is filled with dramatic detail: a winged figure flies overhead while the two protagonists are shown in the foreground. The background reveals a distant cityscape, a subtle detail that evokes the grandeur of the classical world. Van Thulden's use of chiaroscuro and precise detail creates a sense of depth and movement, highlighting the drama of the scene. This etching, part of a larger series on the Odyssey, exemplifies the artist's skill in translating literary narratives into engaging visual imagery.