Telemachus doodt een leeuw 1732

This etching by Bernard Picart, created in 1732, depicts a scene from Homer's epic poem, "The Odyssey." The artwork, titled "Telemachus doodt een leeuw," depicts Telemachus, the son of Odysseus, wrestling with a lion. This scene is a visual representation of Telemachus's bravery and courage in the face of danger. The etching is a fine example of 18th-century printmaking, showcasing Picart's skill in capturing the drama and detail of the mythological story. It is currently located in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.