Scene from the Iliad: Confrontation of Two Warriors n.d.

This anonymous drawing depicts a dramatic scene from Homer’s epic poem, the Iliad. The drawing, created using brown ink, shows a confrontation between two warriors, possibly Hector and Ajax. The scene is set against a backdrop of a fortified city, with soldiers and ships visible in the background. The artist uses strong lines and bold compositions to convey the tension and drama of the moment. This drawing, housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the enduring power of classical literature and the enduring appeal of epic battles.