Achilles at the Court of Lycomedes

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a crowded, dramatic scene. A woman in fancy clothes kneels, holding a baby. Around her, other people stand or crouch, some looking worried, others pointing or gesturing. In the background, a man leans against a pillar, and a building with arches looms behind them. The lines are sharp and detailed, full of swirls and shadows. The artist used tiny lines to build up dark and light spots—this is called *cross-hatching*. It makes the scene feel busy and full of energy. Look up engraving next to see how artists create prints like this.