Iphicrates en Phorbas 1763 - 1764

"Iphicrates en Phorbas" is an etching by French artist Noël Le Mire, created between 1763 and 1764. The etching depicts a scene from Greek history, showing the Athenian general Iphicrates and his companion Phorbas, likely during the Corinthian War. Le Mire's work, known for its detailed and expressive style, captures the drama of this historical moment. The scene's setting, a grand classical architecture with a glimpse of a landscape beyond, emphasizes the historical context and artistic mastery of Le Mire's etching.