Hector Chiding Paris n.d.

This pencil drawing by John Flaxman, depicting the scene of Hector chiding Paris, highlights the artist's interest in classical mythology and the Greek ideal of beauty. The composition features three figures: Hector, a Trojan hero known for his courage, Paris, a prince of Troy who sparked the Trojan War, and Helen, the woman at the center of the conflict. Flaxman's delicate lines and masterful draftsmanship create a sense of drama and emotion, drawing the viewer into the heart of this iconic story from Homer's Iliad. The work, housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, offers a glimpse into Flaxman's neoclassical style and his mastery of line drawing.