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Helen of Troy by Matania
Helen of Troy and King Priam watch Paris and Menelaus fight for her sake. Illustration to accompany the first story in a series on Famous Women from History written by Kenneth Bell and illustrated by Fortunino Matania in the newly launched, Britannia and Eve magazine. Date: B.C
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Classic Fight Fortunino Helen Heroes Ideal Legend Legends Matania Menelaus Mythological Mythology Priam Stories Tale Tales Trojan Troy Wars Myth
12"x8" Photo Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Helen of Troy into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image, "Helen of Troy by Matania," showcases the legendary moment when King Priam watches as Paris and Menelaus fight for the hand of the beloved Helen. This stunning print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and available through Rights Managed, transports you back in time to Ancient Greece, where myth and history intertwine. Add this masterpiece to your collection and elevate your decor with a timeless work of art that tells a story of love, power, and legend.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 16.3cm (12" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Helen of Troy and King Priam: A Timeless Tale of Love and War In the hallowed halls of mythology, few stories have captured the hearts and imaginations of people across generations like the tale of Helen of Troy. This iconic image, illustrated by Fortunino Matania for the first story in a series on Famous Women from History in the newly launched Britannia and Eve magazine, transports us back to the ancient city of Troy, where the beauty of Helen, the Spartan queen, would ignite a war that would last for a decade. The scene depicts Helen (in radiant splendor) and her father, King Priam, watching in despair as her two suitors, Paris of Troy and Menelaus of Sparta, engage in an epic duel for her hand. The idealized beauty of Helen, with her flowing golden locks and captivating gaze, is a testament to the power of her allure, which would ultimately lead to the infamous Trojan War. King Priam, an elderly monarch, is shown with a worried expression, his hands clasped in prayer, as he implores the gods to intervene and put an end to the senseless violence. The contrast between the youthful vitality of the two warriors and the aged wisdom of the king underscores the tragic consequences of unchecked desire and the destructive power of war. Fortunino Matania's masterful illustration, with its intricate details and evocative use of light and shadow, brings this classic myth to life, transporting us to a time when gods and heroes walked among mortals, and the line between love and war was blurred.
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