Boreas Collection

Dysdaemonia boreas (Boreas moth, Phalaena boreas). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder
FLO4974678 Dysdaemonia boreas (Boreas moth, Phalaena boreas). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Boreas and Orytheia, n.d. Creator: Jan Lauwryn Krafft
Boreas and Orytheia, n.d

Calai e Zeti condotti da Borea et Oritia. Creator: Balthasar Moncornet
Calai e Zeti condotti da Borea et Oritia

Galatea and Boreas statues in Catherine Park, Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo), near St. Petersburg, Russia

Bust of Boreas, god of the north wind, with the Upper Bathhouse pavilion in the background, Catherine Park, Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo), near St. Petersburg, Russia

Boreas Ridden By Jp Spencer Doncaster Racecourse Doncaster, Doncaster Racecourse 12 September 2002 Date: 12 September 2002

Oreithyia carried off by Boreas (engraving)
662719 Oreithyia carried off by Boreas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oreithyia carried off by Boreas)

Dysdaemonia boreas moth
Dysdaemonia boreas (Boreas moth, Phalaena boreas). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Allegory of Philosophy, 1502 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT223919 Allegory of Philosophy, 1502 (engraving) (b/w photo) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Boreas (chromolitho)
975897 Boreas (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boreas. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Ms 782 fol. 16v. Map of the world in the form of a globe
CHT277050 Ms 782 fol.16v. Map of the world in the form of a globe, miniature from Grandes Chroniques de Philippe le Hardi (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Sainte-Genevieve

Statue des Tuileries: G. Marsy et A. Flamen: Boree enlevant Orythie, 1859

Boreas Abducting Orithyia, c. 1615. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
Boreas Abducting Orithyia, c. 1615. Found in the Collection of Academy of Fine Arts Vienna

Boreas Orithyia
Boreas and Orithyia

December. Goddess Khione
Khione, Greek snow goddess and daughter of Boreas, god of the north wind. Artist: Sydney Carter Date: 1903

Calais Zetes led Boreas Oreithyia Calai e Zeti condotti da Borea et Oritia
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Boreas Orithyia Game Mythology Jeu de la Mythologie
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Boreas Oreithyia Game Mythology Jeu de la Mythologie
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Ms Lat 463 Fol. 75v-76r Map of the World with the Twelve Winds (vellum)
XAL167809 Ms Lat 463 Fol.75v-76r Map of the World with the Twelve Winds (vellum) by Ptolemy (Claudius Ptolemaeus of Alexandria)(c.90-168)(after); Biblioteca Estense, Modena

Boreas abducts Oreithyia, Philippe Lambert Joseph Spruyt, 1747 - 1801

Dornier DoJ IIfBos Wal D-AGAT Boreas of Lufthansa
Dornier DoJ IIfBos Wal, D-AGAT, Boreas of Lufthansa, being hoisted on to the catapult of the Schwabenland

Horizontal Sundial with Wind Rose
Horizontal plane sundial from the Roman city of Aquileia (2nd century AD). The dial is formed by eleven hour lines, the shortest of which is the noon line which runs from north to south

Four Winds - North
SEPTENTRIO Boreas, the Wind of the North, carries off Oreithyria in a dark cloud, while thunder, lightning and rain afflict the Earth below

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"Boreas: The Enigmatic God of the North Wind" In ancient Greek mythology, Boreas was revered as the god of the north wind, a powerful force that swept across lands during the winter months. As December arrived, his icy breath would chill the air and bring forth frost and snowflakes. Often depicted as a bearded man with wings on his back, he held immense power over weather patterns. The goddess Khione was said to be his wife or daughter, depending on different accounts. Together, they ruled over cold climates and wintery landscapes. Their influence can still be seen today in various artistic representations. One such depiction is found in Catherine Park near St Petersburg's Tsarskoye Selo. Galatea and Boreas statues stand tall, capturing their divine presence amidst nature's beauty. Another notable artwork is the Bust at the Upper Bathhouse pavilion—an exquisite portrayal of this formidable deity. However, it is "The Rape of Oreithyia" that truly showcases Boreas' darker side. This oil painting depicts him abducting Oreithyia against her will—a haunting tale that has been immortalized by artists throughout history. Doccia Porcelain Factory even created porcelain figurines depicting this tragic event. Engravings from different eras also shed light on Boreas' significance within mythological narratives. From an engraving showcasing Oreithyia being carried off by him to another illustrating mythical hybrids alongside him—these images offer glimpses into ancient beliefs and storytelling traditions. Even beyond artistry lies evidence of Boreas' existence in our natural world—the Dysdaemonia boreas moth bears his name as a testament to its ability to withstand harsh winds and cold temperatures. From allegorical engravings symbolizing philosophy to bronze sculptures portraying "The Rape of Orithyia, " these diverse representations remind us of humanity's fascination with this enigmatic deity.