Diomed & Ulysses returning with the spoils of Rhesus Print

For fans of The Iliad and the sly, high-stakes brilliance of Greek epic, this antique Diomed and Ulysses returning with the spoils of Rhesus print is hard to resist. It captures the aftermath of one of the Trojan War’s boldest night raids, when Diomed and Ulysses return victorious with the spoils of King Rhesus. That gives the scene a thrilling sense of momentum - not just battle, but cunning, nerve, and the kind of dangerous intelligence that makes Homer’s heroes so addictive. This is an edited reproduction made from antique/public domain source imagery.

What makes this print especially satisfying for real mythology fans is that it celebrates a moment that feels a little darker, sharper, and more strategic than the better-known heroic set pieces. Diomed and Ulysses are not simply warriors here; they are tacticians, survivors, and men operating in the half-light where victory depends on wit as much as strength. The horses, the movement, and the sense of a mission just completed give the whole piece a real pulse. Perfect for a study, library, office, reading corner, or gallery wall, it is a brilliant choice for lovers of Greek mythology, Homer, Trojan War art, antique classical prints, and vintage literary decor with real story behind it.

Print quality
Printed on 300gsm fine art cotton rag paper using archival pigment inks for superb detail, depth and longevity.

Mounting & Framing
Mounted prints are supplied with an antique white mount as standard, though a black mount is available on request.

Frames are UK-made in solid wood and finished with perspex glazing and an MDF back.
• Black/White – 20mm wide, 15mm deep
• Dark Rosewood – 35mm wide, 15mm deep
• Walnut Gold – 28mm wide, 14mm deep

As wood is a natural material, variations in tone and grain may occur. Not all sizes are available mounted. Sizes refer to the print area.