Hector I

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Hector I

£395.00

Pigment transfer, collage and acrylic paint on canvas
mounted on a wooden board
28x20cm
Edition of 4/4

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The story of Iliands Hector, a Trojan prince and warrior from Homer's epic poem "The Iliad," has been a popular subject in art history for centuries.
Countless artists have been inspired by the hero's bravery, honour, and tragic fate and have depicted him in various forms and styles, from ancient Greek pottery
and sculpture to Renaissance paintings and modern illustrations. The tale of Hector's struggle against the Greeks, his duel with Achilles, his defence of his city,
and his eventual death at the hands of Achilles has captured the imagination of generations of artists and viewers, who have found in his story timeless themes of heroism,
sacrifice, and human frailty. Whether portrayed as a noble hero or a tragic victim, Hector remains a compelling figure in art history.