Aeolus Collection

HMS Aeolus, launched in 1891. Apollo Class cruiser, commissioned in 1894. Date: circa 1905

Aeolus or Aiolus, Greek god of the winds. Shown with wings attended by zephyrs

Hellen, progenitor of the Hellenes in Greek myth. Son of Deucalion (or Zeus) and Pyrrha, and father of three sons, Dorus, Xuthus and Aeolus

Treaty of San Stefano, signing for peace treaty between Turkey and Russia, cartoon showing Bismarck

Aeolus sitting. Creator: Tibaldi, Pellegrino
Aeolus sitting. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Juno Commanding Aeolus to Release the Winds, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Juno Commanding Aeolus to Release the Winds, n.d

B. A. Swallow II G-AFGE
B.A. Swallow II G-AFGE Aeolus (msn 470), at Plymouth-Roborough. Date: circa 1966

Cavern of Aeolus; a cave with wind gods blowing on either side of Aeolus who sits enthroned at center; set design from Il Pomo D'Oro, 1668

Palazzina (Small Building): view of the entrance hall
5962721 Palazzina (Small Building): view of the entrance hall

Aeolus and the Winds, 1600 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Aeolus and the Winds, 1600/1700

Aeolus, ancient Roman god of the winds (engraving)
5207792 Aeolus, ancient Roman god of the winds (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aeolus, ancient Roman god of the winds)

The Aeolus built by Burlington s
The Aeolus, Americas First Stainless Steel Streamline steam locomotive built by Burlington in West Burlington, Iowa. Date: 1937

Juno and Aeolus
LLM460856 Juno and Aeolus by Pinelli, Bartolomeo (1781-1835); Private Collection; (add.info.: Juno and Aeolus)

Neptune calming the Tempest Aeolus raised against the Fleet of Aeneas, 1531-76

Plate 8: Ulysses receiving the winds in a leather bag from Aeolus, 1756

Juno Ordering Aeolus to Unleash the Winds, 1775. Creator: Louis Jean Jacques Durameau
Juno Ordering Aeolus to Unleash the Winds, 1775

Stories from Virgil - Juno and Aeolus
Juno and Aeolus in a scene from " Stories From Virgil" by the Reverend Alfred J. Church, M.A. with illustrations from the designs of BartolomeoPinelli(1781 - 1835)

AEOLUS. Aeolus, ruler of the winds in Greek mythology, transforming Alcyone and Ceyx into halcyons. Copper engraving, 1731, by Bernard Picart

Greek red-figure astragalos with dancing figures, 5th century BC
This is a Greek red-figure astragalos (vessel in the form of a knucklebone) which was made in Athens. On the left is Aeolus at the mouth of his cave, dancing the dance of the clouds, 5th century BC

Weapons Research Est Aeolus upper atmosphere research
Weapons Research Establishment Aeolus upper atmosphere research rocket

Marble slab depicting Hercules and Aeolus with quadriga
Greek civilization, 2nd century b.C. - Hercules and Aeolus with quadriga. Marble slab

AEOLUS KEEPING THE WINDS. Aeolus, ruler of the winds, keeping the winds in a cave on the island of Aeolia. Color French engraving, 17th century

AEOLUS
Aeolus was appointed ruler of the winds by Zeus. Hr lives on the island of Aeolia, and when he opens his door the winds rush out

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"Aeolus: The Ancient Roman God of the Winds" Aeolus, a prominent figure in Roman mythology, was known as the god of the winds. Depicted in various forms of art throughout history, it has captivated artists and storytellers alike. In Virgil's epic poem "The Aeneid, " written between 29 and 19 BC, Aeolus plays a crucial role. In a stunning miniature from the 15th century, we see Aeolus seated on his throne within the Cavern of Aeolus. On either side of him are wind gods blowing gusts with great force. Another depiction shows Aeolus giving Ulysses a bag containing all the winds. This detail is taken from an exquisite fresco called "Room of Polyphemus" created between 1550-1551. It showcases Aeolus' power over nature and his ability to control even the strongest forces. Moving forward to 1756-57, we find another remarkable fresco titled "Diana and Aeolus. " This piece adorns the ceiling of Palazzina's entrance hall while depicting Diana alongside our wind god himself. It highlights their connection to natural elements and their influence on human affairs. Throughout centuries, countless artists have attempted to capture this deity's essence through their work. An engraving from an unknown creator during the late 1600s or early 1700s portrays Aeolus surrounded by swirling winds—a testament to his divine authority over atmospheric phenomena. Not limited to artistic representations alone, there are also mentions of ships named after this powerful god—such as Burlington's majestic vessel named "The Aeolus. " Beyond mythology and artistry lies historical significance as well. Juno sought assistance from none other than mighty Aeolos in her endeavors—an intriguing alliance depicted in one artwork.