Aeneas Saving Anchisis from Burning Troy 

Adam Elsheimer's "Aeneas Saving Anchisis from Burning Troy" depicts the Trojan hero Aeneas carrying his father Anchisis on his back as they escape the burning city of Troy. The scene is set against a backdrop of flames and smoke, with the city walls in ruins. The figures are depicted in dramatic poses, emphasizing the urgency of their escape. The painting captures a pivotal moment in the epic poem The Aeneid by Virgil, in which Aeneas fulfills his duty to his family while facing the destruction of his homeland. Elsheimer's detailed and realistic style, incorporating elements of chiaroscuro and atmospheric perspective, was innovative for his time.