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DAEDALUS AND PERDIX. After Daedalus throws his nephew, Perdix, from the Temple of Athena on the Acropolis, Athena transforms Perdix into a partridge. Copper engraving, English, 18th century, after Charles Eisen
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DAEDALUS AND PERDIX. After Daedalus throws his nephew, Perdix, from the Temple of Athena on the Acropolis, Athena transforms Perdix into a partridge. Copper engraving, English, 18th century, after Charles Eisen
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Athena Cloud Daedalus Envy Falling Flight Goddess Metamorphoses Nephew Partridge Spear Throw Tower Transform Uncle Perdix Temple Of Athena
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This print captures the dramatic moment from Greek mythology when Daedalus, a skilled craftsman and inventor, throws his nephew Perdix from the Temple of Athena on the Acropolis. The intense emotions are palpable as Daedalus succumbs to envy and resentment towards his talented young apprentice. As Perdix plummets through the air, Athena, the goddess of wisdom and warfare, intervenes with her divine power. In an act of punishment and transformation, she turns Perdix into a partridge mid-flight. This enchanting metamorphosis is beautifully depicted in this 18th-century English copper engraving after Charles Eisen's original artwork. The image showcases not only the tragic event but also highlights architectural details of ancient Greece. The towering temple stands tall against a cloudy sky while Daedalus hurls his spear-like weapon towards his nephew. It serves as a reminder that even in mythological tales, envy can lead to destructive consequences. This print by The Granger Collection offers viewers an opportunity to delve into classical mythology while appreciating artistic craftsmanship. It invites us to ponder themes such as jealousy, transformation, and divine intervention within human narratives.
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