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Hector and Andromache, c. 1708-10 (oil on canvas)
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Hector and Andromache, c. 1708-10 (oil on canvas)
LMG109105 Hector and Andromache, c.1708-10 (oil on canvas) by Pellegrini, Giovanni Antonio (1675-1741); 233.7x223.5 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Temple Newsam House) UK; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22801658
© Leeds Museums and Galleries / Bridgeman Images
Andromaque Astyanax Homer Racine Tragic Trojan War Troy French Theatre
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This print captures the essence of love, tragedy, and family in Pellegrini's masterpiece "Hector and Andromache". Painted between 1708-10, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 233.7x223.5 cm and is housed at Leeds Museums and Art Galleries in the UK. The scene depicts a poignant moment from Greek mythology during the Trojan War. Hector, adorned with his iconic helmet, stands tall beside his beloved wife Andromache. Their expressions reveal a mix of sorrow and determination as they face an uncertain future. In their arms rests their infant son Astyanax, symbolizing the vulnerability of innocent lives caught amidst the chaos of war. The composition evokes a sense of tragic beauty as it explores themes of sacrifice, duty, and the fragility of human existence. Pellegrini's attention to detail brings these mythological figures to life while paying homage to classical artistry. This painting has also served as inspiration for French playwright Racine's tragedy "Andromaque" based on Homer's Iliad. As you gaze upon this remarkable piece captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, let yourself be transported into a world where ancient legends intertwine with timeless emotions. It serves as a reminder that even in times of turmoil, love can endure against all odds – forever etched onto canvas for generations to admire.
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