Illustration to the Iliad 1795

John Flaxman, a prominent English sculptor and draughtsman, created this black and white illustration in 1795. His “Illustration to the Iliad” is a line drawing, depicting a scene from the epic poem "The Iliad" by Homer. The artwork features five figures in a classical style, showcasing Flaxman’s neoclassical approach to art. The figures, rendered in a simple and elegant manner, evoke the heroic and dramatic themes of Homer’s work, highlighting the importance of the ancient Greek literary tradition.