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Aethra Showing her Son Theseus the Place Where his Father had Hidden his Arms, 1768
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Aethra Showing her Son Theseus the Place Where his Father had Hidden his Arms, 1768
XOS1448806 Aethra Showing her Son Theseus the Place Where his Father had Hidden his Arms, 1768 (oil on canvas) by Brenet, Nicolas Guy (1728-92); 50.2x59.7 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; (add.info.: When Theseus came of age, Aethra took him to a forest and challenged him to prove himself by lifting a rock beneath which she knew he would find the sword and sandals of his father, King Aegeus of Athens who had left Troezen (where Aethra was princess) before his birth, leaving these tokens for him to find if he was worthy.
); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12725594
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This painting, "Aethra Showing her Son Theseus the Place Where his Father had Hidden his Arms" by Nicolas Guy Brenet, transports us to a moment of mythological significance. The scene depicts Aethra, Theseus' mother, guiding him through a dense forest as she reveals the secret location where his father had concealed his weapons. Painted in 1768 with oil on canvas, this masterpiece measures 50.2x59.7 cm and is housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. As the story goes, when Theseus reached adulthood, Aethra led him to this secluded spot and issued a challenge: prove himself worthy by lifting a massive rock beneath which lay King Aegeus' sword and sandals. This act symbolized Theseus' inheritance of his heroic lineage from Athens. Brenet's exquisite attention to detail brings this ancient tale to life. The lush woodland setting envelops mother and son as they stand before the hidden treasures that will shape Theseus' destiny. The artist skillfully captures their expressions - Aethra's prideful gaze towards her son and Theseus' mixture of anticipation and determination. This painting not only showcases Greek mythology but also highlights themes of heroism, maternal love, and self-discovery. It serves as an enduring reminder that our origins can hold great power if we are willing to embrace them wholeheartedly. Image credit: www. bridgemanimages. com
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