Pyrrhus and Andromache
pierrenarcisseguerin
drawing, pencil
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drawing
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figuration
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pencil
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history-painting
"Pyrrhus and Andromache" is a drawing by the French Neoclassical artist Pierre-Narcisse Guérin, known for his historical and mythological subjects. The drawing depicts a scene from Greek mythology where Pyrrhus, the son of Achilles, encounters Andromache, the widow of Hector, and her son, Astyanax, after the sack of Troy. The work is a powerful depiction of the aftermath of war and the devastation it brings upon individuals and families. Guérin's use of line and shading conveys the emotional weight of the scene, making it a compelling and evocative portrayal of a timeless story.
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