Aeneas 1745

"Aeneas" is a 1745 etching by Johann Gottfried Haid. It depicts the Trojan hero Aeneas carrying his father Anchises on his shoulders, escaping the burning city of Troy. The scene is framed by a decorative border with a bird soaring above, symbolic of Aeneas' escape. This engraving, created in the Baroque style, was part of a larger series by Haid which illustrated stories from Roman history. Haid's use of dramatic light and shadow creates a sense of urgency and heroism. This artwork is a reminder of the strong bond between father and son in the face of adversity.