Ajax aus Peter von Cornelius' Zerstörung von Troja 1825

"Ajax aus Peter von Cornelius' Zerstörung von Troja" is a preparatory study created by Eugen Eduard Schäffer in 1825. This pencil drawing is a study for the figure of Ajax from Peter von Cornelius's famous fresco "The Destruction of Troy". The detailed lines and meticulous anatomical rendering showcase Schäffer's skill as a draftsman. The drawing emphasizes the muscular structure and the dynamic pose of the figure, capturing the moment of intense action in the original composition. This drawing serves as a testament to the meticulous preparation involved in creating large-scale historical paintings of the 19th century, and it is now housed at the Städel Museum.