Homer and Guide — a tender portrait by 19th‑century French Academic master #Bouguereau showing blind Homer led by his guide. Soft light, classical realism and intimate emotion bring the ancient poet vividly to life. buff.ly/j2NVkSa #Homer

Irene, oil on canvas by William-Adolphe Bouguereau, 1897. A depiction of the Greek goddess of peace, Irene, rendered in the academic style. #art #academicArt #bouguereau