Jupiter zendt Iris naar Hector 1710

"Jupiter zendt Iris naar Hector" is a 1710 etching by Dutch artist Bernard Picart. The engraving depicts the Greek god Jupiter sending the messenger goddess Iris to Hector, a Trojan warrior, to convince him to withdraw from the battlefield during the Trojan War. This scene from Homer's epic poem "The Iliad" is captured in vivid detail, showcasing Picart's mastery of line and composition. The piece demonstrates the artistic style of the Baroque period, with dramatic use of light and shadow, and a sense of dynamism and movement. The artwork can be viewed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.