Ulysses der opdager Achilles mellem Lycomedes´ døtre 1794 - 1797

This drawing, "Ulysses der opdager Achilles mellem Lycomedes´ døtre" by Nicolai Abildgaard, depicts the Greek mythological scene where the hero Ulysses discovers Achilles disguised as a woman among the daughters of Lycomedes. Executed between 1794 and 1797, the work utilizes a soft, delicate line that highlights the classical beauty of the figures. The composition is carefully balanced, with Ulysses standing prominently in the center of the image, his gaze directed towards Achilles, whose feminine attire is now being revealed. The drawing offers a glimpse into Abildgaard's neoclassical style and his interest in classical mythology.