Explore profound aesthetic experiences by delving into classical antiquity and the significance of form. This book offers a vital dialogue between Classics and aesthetics, demonstrating how ancient narratives and pictures can reshape contemporary debates. Discover how the ‘as-if’ of representation, intrinsically linked to form, profoundly shapes our engagement with art and literature. Essential for scholars of art history, literary theory, and classical studies, this work offers crucial insights for students and academics across India interested in visual culture and aesthetic theory.