Dedale Collection

The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving)
741541 The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: According to Greek legend, in order to escape from Crete)

Olympia seduced by Jupiter, Polyphemus guarding Acis and Galatea, Pasiphae entering the cow constructed by Daedalus
ALG154704 Olympia seduced by Jupiter, Polyphemus guarding Acis and Galatea, Pasiphae entering the cow constructed by Daedalus, from the Sala di Amore e Psiche

The Passions of Pasiphae, wife of King Minos of Crete, from the Story of Theseus (oil on panel)
PWI84011 The Passions of Pasiphae, wife of King Minos of Crete, from the Story of Theseus (oil on panel) by Master of the Campana Cassoni, (fl.c.1510); 69x182 cm; Musee du Petit Palais, Avignon

Daedalus and Icarus, 1642-6
BOO73446 Daedalus and Icarus, 1642-6 by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); 190x124 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright

Daedalus escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death
741542 Daedalus escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death, 1619 (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Art of Flight, Daedalus, hexagonal decorative relief tile from a series depicting
XIR362947 The Art of Flight, Daedalus, hexagonal decorative relief tile from a series depicting the practitioners of the Arts and Sciences

The Fall of Icarus, 1572 (oil on slate)
BEN82529 The Fall of Icarus, 1572 (oil on slate) by Maso da San Friano, (1536-71); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Sketch for Daedalus and Icarus, c. 1869 (oil on canvas)
LGH250476 Sketch for Daedalus and Icarus, c.1869 (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London, UK; eLeighton House; English, out of copyright

The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving)
STC134114 The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Art of Flight, Daedalus, hexagonal decorative relief tile from a series depicting
BAT103681 The Art of Flight, Daedalus, hexagonal decorative relief tile from a series depicting the practitioners of the Arts and Sciences

Daedalus, escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death
741540 Daedalus, escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death, 1493 (woodcut engraving) by German School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Fall of Icarus
BON40729 The Fall of Icarus by Grimmer, Jacob (c.1526-89) (attr. to); Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Studies for Daedalus and Icarus, c. 1868-69 (oil on canvas)
LGH250477 Studies for Daedalus and Icarus, c.1868-69 (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London, UK; eLeighton House; English

Daedalus, decorative relief from the Campanile, Florence, c. 1348-50 (marble) (b / w photo) (see also 103681)
ALI190993 Daedalus, decorative relief from the Campanile, Florence, c.1348-50 (marble) (b/w photo) (see also 103681) by Pisano, Andrea (1270-1349); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany

The Fall of Icarus (oil on canvas)
XAL173491 The Fall of Icarus (oil on canvas) by Saraceni, Carlo (c.1580-1620); Museo e Gallerie Nazionale di Capodimonte, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: flew too close to the sun; ); Italian

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"Dedale: A Mythical Journey through Art and Tragedy" Step into the captivating world of Dedale, where ancient myths come alive through breathtaking artwork. From the enchanting frescoes depicting Olympia seduced by Jupiter to the haunting oil paintings portraying The Fall of Icarus, this exhibition takes you on a mesmerizing journey through Greek mythology. Immerse yourself in the tragic tale of Icarus, whose audacious flight towards the sun ended in his untimely demise. Witness Daedalus' heart-wrenching escape from Crete with his beloved son, only to witness him plummet to his death. The emotions captured in these artworks are palpable; they speak volumes about human ambition and its consequences. Marvel at Pasiphae's transformation into a cow constructed by Daedalus himself, as depicted in an exquisite fresco that has been meticulously restored. Explore her passions and desires portrayed vividly on an oil panel from The Story of Theseus series - a testament to love's unpredictable nature. The artistic mastery showcased here is truly awe-inspiring. Admire hexagonal decorative relief tiles illustrating Daedalus' artistry and skillful craftsmanship in creating wings for flight. Each tile tells a story within itself, celebrating both creativity and innovation. As you gaze upon Sketch for Daedalus and Icarus or The Fall of Icarus painted on slate, let your imagination soar alongside these mythical figures. Feel their triumphs and tragedies resonate deep within your soul. Dive into Dedale's world where legends intertwine with brushstrokes, engravings etch stories onto our hearts, leaving us captivated by their timeless beauty. Experience the power of art as it breathes life into age-old tales passed down through generations. Join us on this extraordinary journey through mythological realms – Dedale awaits you with open arms.