Hector's Farewell to Andromache and Astyanax 1676 - 1746

This drawing depicts the scene of the Trojan hero Hector taking leave of his wife Andromache and their son Astyanax. The artwork was created by Sebastiano Galeotti between 1676 and 1741, and it is a beautiful example of 18th-century Italian Baroque art. The composition is dramatic and moving, as Hector is depicted in full armor about to depart for the battlefield. Andromache is kneeling, looking up at him with a mixture of love and fear, and Astyanax is clinging to his mother. The drawing is executed in a loose and expressive style. Galeotti uses strong lines to define the figures and create a sense of depth. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York is home to this piece, which is an excellent example of the artist's work.