Centaur Collection

The Last Caravan by A. E. Bestall
A colour illustration by Alfred Bestall showing a fantasy scene where a group of travellers are being spied on from woodland by a centaur and female imps

Centaur at the village blacksmith. Painting by Arnold Bocklin (1829-1901), Oil On Canvas
LSE4315221 Centaur at the village blacksmith. Painting by Arnold Bocklin (1829-1901), Oil On Canvas, 1888. Swiss art, 19th century, symbolism. Museum of Fine Arts Budapest (Hungary)

Tangoville sur Mer, caricature of Coco Chanel (1883-1971) dancing with Arthur
CHT187703 Tangoville sur Mer, caricature of Coco Chanel (1883-1971) dancing with Arthur Boy Capel, 1913 (colour litho) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Metope. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the batlle betwe
South metope XXX. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the batlle between the Centaurs and the Lapiths. 5th c. BC. Athens. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Bertram Mills Circus
A centaur style illustration, featuring a clown and a circus horse, adorn the cover of a programme for performances at Olympia, London

Female Centaur & Harp
A centauress gallops with a harp in one hand, a two-legged friend in the other, with whom she is making music

Allegory of Obedience, c. 1330 (fresco)
XIR440726 Allegory of Obedience, c.1330 (fresco) by Giotto di Bondone (c.1266-1337) (school of); San Francesco, Lower Church, Assisi

Greyhounds arriving at Wembley by car
Greyhound arriving at Wembley after being transported in a Commer Centaur, with a well sprung chassis for added comfort

Centaur in Labyrinth
A centaur in a labyrinth

Sagittarius
The Constellation Sagittarius

Chiron passing near Saturn. Chiron is a weird cross between an asteroid and comet, which are known as centaurs

The Meeting of Saint Anthony and Saint Paul, c1430-1435. Artist: Sano di Pietro
The Meeting of Saint Anthony and Saint Paul, c1430-1435. The painting is part of the Kress Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The horse through the ages
Various women riding horses. Date: 1918

Ocyrrhoe - Mare
The daughter of the centaur Chiron tells Aesculapius that he will be a famous physician, but she is turned into a mare for her presumption

The Education of Achilles by the Centaur Chiron (engraving)
880511 The Education of Achilles by the Centaur Chiron (engraving) by Bervic, Charles-Clement (1756-1822); 57.8x43.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

We to those beasts, that rapid strode along, drew near, when Chiron took an arrow forth, c1890. Chiron, leader of the centaurs

Pan. Sculpture representing Pan, a centaur playing the flute, god of nature in Greek mythology
BEN5468311 Pan. Sculpture representing Pan, a centaur playing the flute, god of nature in Greek mythology. Directed by Niccolo Pericoli Tribolo II (1500-1550), 1549. Bargello Museum, Florence

Ornament: Natural Forms, The Sphinx, and the Centaur (engraving)
8647021 Ornament: Natural Forms, The Sphinx, and the Centaur (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Natural Forms, The Sphinx, and the Centaur)

Scene from Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy (colour litho)
8626253 Scene from Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy (colour litho) by Italian School, (14th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ancient vase in the possession of J.P. Anderdon. Vase in red clay with black design of man in lionskin (Hercules)
FLO4679303 Ancient vase in the possession of J.P. Anderdon. Vase in red clay with black design of man in lionskin (Hercules) fighting centaurs

The Sagittarius (the archer), 1927 (print)
2122111 The Sagittarius (the archer), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Sagittarius (the Archer). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery

The Centaurs throw arrows against damns coming out of the Styx marshes. Engraving from The Hell by Dante Alighieri
PCT4265376 The Centaurs throw arrows against damns coming out of the Styx marshes. Engraving from The Hell by Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie) illustrated by Gustave Dore. French edition of 1861

Centaur rides by Love, 2nd century BC, Asia Minor. The work was discovered in Rome in the 17th century
ETI4397199 Centaur rides by Love, 2nd century BC, Asia Minor. The work was discovered in Rome in the 17th century. Musee du Louvre, Paris.; (add.info.: Centaur rides by Love, 2nd century BC)

Centaur or Sagittarius., 1489 (xylograh)
FGL5470300 Centaur or Sagittarius., 1489 (xylograh); (add.info.: Xylography from "Compilatio de astrorum scientia", (astronomy work)); Fototeca Gilardi.

One sagittarius and two fish. Pavement Mosaic, detail. 1124. Prioress of Ganagobie, Ganagobia
JEB4873562 One sagittarius and two fish. Pavement Mosaic, detail. 1124. Prioress of Ganagobie, Ganagobia; (add.info.: One sagittarius and two fish. Pavement Mosaic, detail. 1124)

Representation of monsters. Illustrated chart of a manuscript of Natural History by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605)
VEN5029277 Representation of monsters. Illustrated chart of a manuscript of Natural History by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605), Ulisse Aldrovandi fonds, University Library of Bologna, ed

Centaur and other monsters of the Phiiologus (Greek Bestiary). Page from "Physiologus"
GIA5034712 Centaur and other monsters of the Phiiologus (Greek Bestiary). Page from "Physiologus" (Physiologos or physiologist), 11th century manuscript.; © Giancarlo Costa.

Russian Orthodox miniature depicting a scene from the Apocalypse of Saint John, c.1750
3666136 Russian Orthodox miniature depicting a scene from the Apocalypse of Saint John, c.1750; (add.info.: Russian Orthodox miniature depicting a scene from the Apocalypse of Saint John)

Chiron and Jason (engraving)
8634978 Chiron and Jason (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chiron and Jason. Illustration from Hellas)

Sagittarius and Corona Australis. Microscopium and Telescopium., c.1825 (card, paper, tissue)
7340083 Sagittarius and Corona Australis. Microscopium and Telescopium., c.1825 (card, paper, tissue) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); National Maritime Museum, London

A centaur
5311940 A centaur; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting a centaur, a mythological creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body and legs of a horse)

celebrations on board the British Ship the Centaur 1776
5306544 celebrations on board the British Ship the Centaur 1776; Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Deposition of Christ from the Cross. Panel of the portal, designed by Barisano di Trani
3559060 The Deposition of Christ from the Cross. Panel of the portal, designed by Barisano di Trani, of the Cathedral of San Nicola Pellegrino in Trani

Calendar for November with figures of Ezekiel and St. Jude, quote from Epistle to Philemon, disciple, centaur with bow
5912933 Calendar for November with figures of Ezekiel and St. Jude, quote from Epistle to Philemon, disciple, centaur with bow, birds, foliage and castles

Monuments of the Mithras and the ancient Zodiac of Arles. 19th century lithography, Musee Arbaud, Aix en Provence
JEB4863011 Monuments of the Mithras and the ancient Zodiac of Arles. 19th century lithography, Musee Arbaud, Aix en Provence.; Musee Paul Arbaud, Aix-en-Provence

Greek mythology: Chiron, centaur reputed for his wisdom and knowledge of medicine, music and hunting
FLO4679985 Greek mythology: Chiron, centaur reputed for his wisdom and knowledge of medicine, music and hunting, represented with a baton and a rabbit - Eau forte by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf

Monster creature with a satyre's face and felin's body. Illustrated chart of a manuscript of Natural History by
VEN5029261 Monster creature with a satyre's face and felin's body. Illustrated chart of a manuscript of Natural History by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605), Ulisse Aldrovandi fonds

Ancient Mythology: Pan, Chiron and Flora - Eau forte by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf
FLO4679955 Ancient Mythology: Pan, Chiron and Flora - Eau forte by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf, based on an illustration by Leonard Defrance (1735-1805)

View of the Galerie d'Apollon at the Musee du Louvre in Paris
ETI4397514 View of the Galerie d'Apollon at the Musee du Louvre in Paris.; (add.info.: View of the Galerie d'Apollon at the Musee du Louvre in Paris.); © Angelo. All rights reserved 2023.

Cheiron, the Centaur, and Jason (litho)
8641600 Cheiron, the Centaur, and Jason (litho) by Millar, Harold Robert (1869-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cheiron, the Centaur, and Jason)

Autumn, 1921 (watercolour, gouache and metallic gold paint, with arched top)
827408 Autumn, 1921 (watercolour, gouache and metallic gold paint, with arched top) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); 35.5x28 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Autumn. Edmund Dulac (1882-1953)

Representation of a monster, half man, half horse. He has palm fingers. It's a kind of centaur
VEN5028477 Representation of a monster, half man, half horse. He has palm fingers. It's a kind of centaur. Plate 57 of a manuscript of Natural History by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605)

Mythical creatures: centaur, chimera, Greek sphinx and Egyptian sphinx, Gryllus and Sirene - Mythical creatures
FLO4576827 Mythical creatures: centaur, chimera, Greek sphinx and Egyptian sphinx, Gryllus and Sirene - Mythical creatures: centaur 1, chimera 2, Greek sphinx 3, Egyptian sphinx 4

The sign of the belier (Detail) (1663 - 1665). Sculpture by Balthazar Marsy (1628 - 1674)
ETI4397525 The sign of the belier (Detail) (1663 - 1665). Sculpture by Balthazar Marsy (1628 - 1674) based on a drawing by Charles Le Brun (1619 - 1690)

A plant of Centaury from an Anglo-Norman herbal. 13th century (manuscript)
527550 A plant of Centaury from an Anglo-Norman herbal. 13th century (manuscript); (add.info.: The plant is named after Chiron the Centaur who in Ancient Greek legend cured a wound from a poisoned)

Carved shell goblet, Nuremberg, second half of the 16th century
BOO74221 Carved shell goblet, Nuremberg, second half of the 16th century; height: 16 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia.

Sagittarius, relief from the Chapel of the Planets by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81), c.1450 (marble)
BEN85120 Sagittarius, relief from the Chapel of the Planets by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81), c.1450 (marble); Tempio Malatestiano, Rimini, Italy; Photo © Raffaello Bencini.

Centaur Arrested in Flight, a Female Faun on His Back, between c1759 and c1791. Creator: Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo
Centaur Arrested in Flight, a Female Faun on His Back, between c1759 and c1791

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"The Mythical World of Centaurs: From Ancient Art to Modern Imagery" Step into the enchanting realm of centaurs, mythical creatures that have captivated our imaginations for centuries. In "The Last Caravan" by A. E. Bestall, a mesmerizing painting comes alive as a centaur gracefully navigates through a bustling village, leaving onlookers in awe. Arnold Bocklin's masterpiece, "Centaur at the Village Blacksmith, " showcases the fusion of man and horse in perfect harmony, highlighting their strength and elegance. The oil on canvas brings this captivating creature to life with every brushstroke. Travel back in time to ancient Greece with the Parthenon marbles' metope depicting an epic battle between humans and centaurs. These magnificent sculptures tell tales of bravery and conflict that have echoed throughout history. In Bertram Mills Circus, spectators gasp as they witness the astonishing spectacle of a majestic centaur prancing under colorful spotlights—a true marvel that blurs the line between reality and fantasy. Even greyhounds arriving at Wembley by car cannot resist being intrigued by these mythical beings. Their curious gazes hint at an unspoken connection between animals from different worlds. Discover unexpected beauty as you encounter a female centaur gracefully playing her harp—an ethereal melody echoing through enchanted forests, captivating all who hear it. Venture deep into mysterious labyrinths where fearsome centaurs guard hidden treasures—powerful guardians whose presence strikes both fear and fascination within us mere mortals. Look up to the night sky and find Sagittarius—the zodiac sign represented by a half-human half-horse archer—a symbol of courage, adventure, and untamed spirit soaring across constellations. Witness Chiron passing near Saturn—an extraordinary celestial encounter bridging mythology with astronomy—where two powerful forces converge in cosmic harmony. Ocyrrhoe.