Achilles Mourning Patroclum n.d.
anonymous
theartinstituteofchicago
drawing, print, paper, pencil, chalk, charcoal
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portrait
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drawing
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pencil sketch
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charcoal drawing
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figuration
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paper
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pencil
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chalk
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charcoal
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history-painting
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academic-art
This anonymous drawing, titled "Achilles Mourning Patroclus," depicts the Greek hero Achilles grieving over the death of his close friend Patroclus. The scene is rendered in a simple, expressive style, utilizing light strokes to emphasize the emotional weight of the moment. Though unsigned and undated, the drawing reflects the classic tale of the Trojan War, a subject often explored in art throughout history. The piece showcases the power of grief and the profound bond between Achilles and Patroclus, making it a poignant and enduring depiction of human tragedy.
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