Greek Mythology Collection (#7)

Illustration from Becker's Pocketbook, 1796. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration from Becker's Pocketbook, 1796

Jupiter and Callisto, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Jupiter and Callisto, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 13

Phaeton Before Apollo, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Phaeton Before Apollo, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 11

Apollo Killing Python, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Apollo Killing Python, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 9

The Flood, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
The Flood, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 7

The Age of Iron, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
The Age of Iron, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 5

The Age of Gold, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
The Age of Gold, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 3

Theseus and the Minotaur, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Theseus and the Minotaur, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 74

Scylla Watching Minos from the Castle Walls, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Scylla Watching Minos from the Castle Walls, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 72

Hercules and Cerberus, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Hercules and Cerberus, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 68

Cycnus and Hyrie, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Cycnus and Hyrie, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 66

Jason Putting the Dragon to Sleep, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Jason Putting the Dragon to Sleep, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 62

Apollo Killing Marsyas, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Apollo Killing Marsyas, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 58

Pluto Carrying Proserpina Past the Nymph Cyane, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Pluto Carrying Proserpina Past the Nymph Cyane, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 47

Metamorphosis of the Pierides, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Metamorphosis of the Pierides, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 45

Perseus Killing Medusa, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Perseus Killing Medusa, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 41

The Insane Athamas Killing Learchus, While Ino and Melicertes Jump into the Sea, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 39

Juno with the Furies at the Gate of Hell, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Juno with the Furies at the Gate of Hell, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 37

Semele's Wish, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Semele's Wish, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 27

Cadmus Killing the Serpent, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Cadmus Killing the Serpent, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 23

Minerva at Envy's Cave, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Minerva at Envy's Cave, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 19

The Arrival of Aeneas in Carthage, between 1772 and 1774. Creator: Jean Bernard Restout
The Arrival of Aeneas in Carthage, between 1772 and 1774

The Departure of Dido and Aeneas for the Hunt, between 1772 and 1774. Creator: Jean Bernard Restout
The Departure of Dido and Aeneas for the Hunt, between 1772 and 1774

Aeneas and Dido Fleeing the Storm, between c1772 and c1774. Creator: Jean Bernard Restout
Aeneas and Dido Fleeing the Storm, between c1772 and c1774

Aeneas Offering Presents to King Latinus and Asking Him for the Hand of His Daughter, 1778

Venus Ordering Arms from Vulcan for Aeneas (image 1 of 2), 1717. Creator: Jean Restout
Venus Ordering Arms from Vulcan for Aeneas (image 1 of 2), 1717

Odysseus Defeating Irus, 1589. Creator: Jan Muller
Odysseus Defeating Irus, 1589

Glaucus and Scylla, c1661. Creator: Salvator Rosa
Glaucus and Scylla, c1661

Jason and the Dragon, between circa 1663 and circa 1664. Creator: Salvator Rosa
Jason and the Dragon, between circa 1663 and circa 1664

Noli me tangere, 1914. Creator: Girieud, Pierre Paul (1876-1948)
Noli me tangere, 1914. Private Collection

Camilla at War from Virgil's Aeneid, between 1708 and 1710. Creator: Giacomo del Po
Camilla at War from Virgil's Aeneid, between 1708 and 1710

The Fight between Aeneas and King Turnus, from Virgil's Aeneid, c1700. Creator: Giacomo del Po
The Fight between Aeneas and King Turnus, from Virgil's Aeneid, c1700

Oceanus, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle
Oceanus, 1586. From Sea and River Gods, pl. 1

Camerina, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Camerina, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 10

Lerna, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Lerna, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 9

Padusa, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Padusa, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 8

Salamacis, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Salamacis, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 7

Hippoccrene, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Hippoccrene, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 5

Acidalia, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Acidalia, 1587

Thetis, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Thetis, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 2

Amphitrite, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Amphitrite, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 1

Nobility Offering the Imperial Russian Children to Minerva, c1795. Creator: Gabriel François Doyen
Nobility Offering the Imperial Russian Children to Minerva, c1795

Hercules and the Hydra of Lerna, 1608. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
Hercules and the Hydra of Lerna, 1608. From The Labors of Hercules, pl. 3

Diana and Callisto, 1723. Creator: Francois Lemoyne
Diana and Callisto, 1723

The Age of Iron, 1599. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
The Age of Iron, 1599. From The Four Ages of the World, pl. 4

The Age of Silver, 1599. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
The Age of Silver, 1599. From The Four Ages of the World, pl. 2

Hercules and Cerberus, 1608. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
Hercules and Cerberus, 1608. From The Labors of Hercules, pl. 11

Hercules and the Oxen of Geryones, 1608. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
Hercules and the Oxen of Geryones, 1608. From The Labors of Hercules, pl. 9

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Greek mythology is a captivating realm filled with gods, heroes, and enchanting tales that have captivated the world for centuries. This Roman statue of a drunken Hercules reminds us of the larger-than-life figures that populate these ancient stories. Circe Invidiosa, painted by John William Waterhouse in 1892, depicts the sorceress who could transform men into animals with her potent potions. In this Greek vase painting from antiquity, Achilles and Patroclus stand side by side as symbols of loyalty and friendship amidst the chaos of war. The Olympian gods reign supreme in their celestial abode, overseeing mortal affairs while indulging in their own divine dramas. The Heroes Of The Trojan War are immortalized through epic poems like Homer's Iliad. Here we witness Hector's tragic demise at the hands of Achilles - a poignant reminder that even mighty warriors are not invincible. Sandro Botticelli's Primavera transports us to an idyllic scene where nymphs dance under blooming trees. Meanwhile, Narcissus and Echo remind us of love's complexities and its potential for both beauty and tragedy. JMW Turner's Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus captures Odysseus' cunning nature as he taunts the Cyclops during his perilous journey home. Dionysus and his wild Maenads embody ecstasy and madness in equal measure. Hermes cradles infant Dionysus gently in his arms - a symbol of protection amidst danger. Leda succumbs to Zeus disguised as a swan; their union resulting in legendary offspring such as Helen of Troy. Greek mythology continues to inspire artists across time periods - from ancient pottery to Renaissance masterpieces. These glimpses into mythical worlds serve as windows into our collective imagination, reminding us why these timeless tales continue to fascinate generations after generations.