Centaur Collection (page 17)

Mosaic representing Hercules and Nessus, From Villa of Hermes
Roman civilization, 3rd-4th century A.D, Hungary. Mosaico representing Hercules and Nessus. From the Villa of Hermes at Budapest

Fresco depicting Chiron teaching Achilles, from Basilica at Herculaneum
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Fresco depicting Chiron teaching Achilles. From the Basilica at Herculaneum

Greece, Arcadia, Phigalia, Centauromachy scene from the Temple of Apollo, frieze
Greece - Phigalia - Centaur frieze

Fresco depicting Hercules, Deianira and Hyllus crossing river Evenus from Pompei, Italy, 1st century A. D
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Fresco depicting Hercules, Deianira and Hyllus crossing river Evenus. From Pompei, Italy

Greek civilization, Centauromachia, battle between Centaurs and Lapiths by Phidias
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Phidias, Centauromachia: Battle between Centaurs and Lapiths. High relief from the metopes on the south side of the Parthenon, Pentelic marble, 447-440 b.C

Centaur. 6th c. - 4th c. BC. Iberian art. Sculpture on bronze. Private Collection. Proc: SPAIN. ANDALUSIA

Lekythos black-figure with scenes of Centauromachy. Late 6th century and first half of 5th century BC. Olympia Archaeological Museum. Ilia Province. Peloponnese region. Greece

CONSTELLATION: HYDRA. Figuration of Hydra and adjacent constellations (Noctua, Corvus, Crater, Sextans Uraniae, Felis)
CONSTELLATION: HYDRA. Figuration of Hydra and adjacent constellations (Noctua, Corvus, Crater, Sextans Uraniae, Felis, Lupus, Centaurus, Antlia Pneumatica, Argo Navis, and Pyxis Nautica)

CONSTELLATION: SAGITTARIUS. Figuration of the constellations Sagittarius, Corona Australis, Microscopium, and Telescopium. Line engraving by Sidney Hall from Uranias Mirror, London, 1825

ALLEGORY: NOVEMBER, 1837. Wood engraving, American, 1837

FIGHT WITH A CENTAUR. Line engraving, Dutch, late 15th century, by Master I. A. M. of Zwolle
FIGHT WITH A CENTAUR. Line engraving, Dutch, late 15th century, by Master I.A.M. of Zwolle

CENTAUR. Wood engraving, 19th century

CENTAUR AND ACHILLES. The centaur Chiron teaching the young Achilles to play the harp. Line engraving after an antique Roman wall painting

Historical art of the constellation of Sagittarius
Sagittarius. Coloured historical artwork of the constellation of Sagittarius. The constellation is shown as a centaur archer. Sagittarius is the ninth sign of the Zodiac

Chiron, computer artwork
Chiron. Computer artwork of the asteroid 2060 Chiron (centre), Saturn (upper left) and the Sun (centre left). Chiron, which is about 300 kilometres in diameter, was discovered in 1977

ZODIAC: CENTAURUS, 1575. Detail of fresco, 1575, from Villa Farnese, Caprarola, Italy

A Centaur pulling a plough
A Greek humourous postcard depicting a rather chastened centaur (possibly representing Italy??) pulling a plough, operated by a very sturdy female Greek farmers wife

Nessus and Dejanira
The centaur Nessus abducts Herakless wife Dejanira

Centaur Wrecked
This naval warship goes down in a violent storm off Jamaica, but Captain Inglefield and 11 crew members survive

Centaurs Star Figure 17C
CENTAURUS star figure Date: 1681

Centaur

Gossip about Fairies 2
Fairy origins : The centaur Nessus seeks to abduct the bride of Herakles

CENTAUR (D ORSAY)
Centaurs can use weapons just like humans, in addition to their natural endowments, making them fierce warriors

Blunt / Constellations / 88
The constellations Centaur, Lupus, Crux, Musca and Borealis

Centaur and Rabbit
A young Centaur catches a rabbit and shows it proudly to the cupid riding on his back

Female Centaur & Thyrsus
A centauress gallops with a friend who holds a thyrsus (an ornamental staff), which - with the branch she holds - suggests that they are taking part in Dionysian revelry

Folklore / Centaurs
A Centaur with recently decapitated victim and stone axe

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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.