Illustration to the Iliad 1795

John Flaxman, a renowned English sculptor and draftsman, created a series of illustrations for Homer’s epic poem, "The Iliad," in 1795. "Illustration to the Iliad" depicts a scene from the text, with the characters of Helen, Paris, and Hector rendered in a Neoclassical style. The figures are drawn with clear, linear outlines and minimal shading, emphasizing their forms and gestures. This illustration, like the rest of the series, is a testament to Flaxman’s skill in translating literary narratives into visual form.