Aeneas vlucht uit het brandende Troje 1702 - 1767

"Aeneas vlucht uit het brandende Troje" is an etching by Jacob Folkema, depicting the escape of the Trojan hero Aeneas from the burning city of Troy. Aeneas, at the center, is surrounded by people, including his wife, his father Anchises carried by his son, and a frightened dog. The scene is detailed, showcasing the chaos and urgency of their escape. Folkema's etching, a smaller work, captures the dramatic moment in Aeneas' journey, highlighting the tragedy of the Trojan War through detailed engravings. This piece, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, demonstrates Folkema's skill in capturing complex narratives with a sense of urgency and detail.