The story of 'The Odyssey' has been retold for centuries, inspiring films, books and paintings. This work from 1509 offers an unmistakably Renaissance version of Homer’s ancient tale.
In ‘Penelope and the Suitors’, Italian artist Pintoricchio cleverly weaves the entire story into a single scene. Ancient historian and author Dr Emily Hauser explores this 500-year-old painting, uncovering the hidden details within it.
? Find out more about 'Penelope with the Suitors': https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/pintoricchio-penelope-with-the-suitors
?️ Find out more about Pintoricchio: https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/artists/pintoricchio
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