Ajax, front view, from "Oeuvre de Canova: Recueil de Statues..." 1817

This 1817 engraving by Pietro Fontana, titled "Ajax," is a detailed portrayal of the Greek hero from the Trojan War. The print depicts a front view of Ajax, standing with his sword at his side, his muscular physique and armor emphasized in the meticulous detailing. This engraving, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the Neoclassical style and its fascination with classical Greek themes and imagery. The engraving, with its emphasis on precise lines and shading, captures the essence of the sculpted figure it portrays.