Achilles Mourning Patroclum by Anonymous

Achilles Mourning Patroclum n.d.

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drawing, print, paper, pencil, chalk, charcoal

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portrait

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drawing

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print

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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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