The Song of Phemius and the Sorrow of Penelope (1897) — Thomas Ralph Spence
The Song of Phemius and the Sorrow of Penelope (1897) is an artwork by Thomas Ralph Spence. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- The Song of Phemius and the Sorrow of Penelope (1897)
- Artist
- Thomas Ralph Spence (English, 1855-1903)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Odysseus, also called Ulysses, journeys home after the Trojan War. His voyage includes encounters with Circe, the Sirens, and Calypso before he returns to Ithaca and Penelope.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with The Song of Phemius and the Sorrow of Penelope (1897)
The landscape composition suits a wider wall or a place above a console. Measure the available width before deciding on a print; surrounding space helps the composition read clearly.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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