Charybdis Collection

The Odyssey / Scylla
Scylla, the six-headed monster who lived in a cave next to the deadly whirlpool Charybdis, attacks Odysseus men

Cartoon, Britannia between Scylla & Charybdis, or, the Vessel of the Constitution steered clear of the Rock of Democracy, and the Whirlpool of Arbitrary Power, by James Gillray

Commemorative card, convoy to Canadian troops, WW1
Commemorative card, British convoy to Canadian troops, arriving Plymouth, 14 October 1914. HMS Eclipse, Diana, Glory, Talbot and Charybdis acted as convoy to 32 liners carrying 33

Charybdis and Scylla, 1894. Creator: Ernest Cornelis Ary Renan
Charybdis and Scylla, 1894

Ulysses and His Companions escaping the Sirens, passing between Scylla and Charybdis. Date: circa 1790

The Anglo-German Ultimatum to Venezuela, the Blockading Fleets (litho)
1601349 The Anglo-German Ultimatum to Venezuela, the Blockading Fleets (litho) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Anglo-German Ultimatum to Venezuela)

Charybdis and Pyramidal Lucernia (chromolitho)
2783032 Charybdis and Pyramidal Lucernia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charybdis and Pyramidal Lucernia)

Scilla and Charybdis, Sicily
LLM338770 Scilla and Charybdis, Sicily by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scilla and Charybdis, Sicily. Paynes Universum (1847).); © Look and Learn

Between Scylla and Charybdis (engraving)
1591551 Between Scylla and Charybdis (engraving) by Berkeley, Stanley (fl.1878-1902, d.1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Between Scylla and Charybdis)

Historical views of Italy
6338059 Historical views of Italy by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Historical views of Italy. The volcanic Mount Etna in Sicily 34, the rocks of Scylla and the whirlpool Charybdis 35)

The Naval Manoeuvres, Arrival of the Channel Squadron in Mounts Bay (engraving)
1605621 The Naval Manoeuvres, Arrival of the Channel Squadron in Mounts Bay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres)

Great Britains Naval Preparations (litho)
1605004 Great Britains Naval Preparations (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Britains Naval Preparations)

Illustration for the ballad Der Taucher (The Diver) by Friedrich Schiller
Illustration for the ballad " Der Taucher" (The Diver) by Friedrich Schiller. Found in the Collection of Musee de la Vie romantique, Paris

HOMER: THE ODYSSEY. Odysseus saving himself from Scylla and Charybdis. Drawing, c1918, by Willy Pogany

Scylla & Charybdis / Map
Map showing the location of Scylla, the six-headed monster who lived in a cave next to the deadly whirlpool Charybdis, in Sicily

USA, Usaensis); Hawaii, (Charybdis Hawaii, Swimming Crab

Neptune Fountain with the Neptune statue in the middle. Sculpted by Bartolome Ammannati in 1576. Piazza della Signoria. Florence. Italy

Charybdis

Scylla & Charybdis
The maelstroms of Scylla and Charybdis off the coast of Sicily

Whirlpool of Charybdis
The whirlpool of Charybdis in the Straits of Messina, Italy

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Charybdis, a mythical sea monster from The Odyssey, is often depicted alongside its counterpart Scylla. In this cartoon rendition, Britannia finds herself caught between the two formidable creatures, symbolizing the challenges and dangers faced by sailors navigating treacherous waters. During World War I, a commemorative card was created to honor Canadian troops who braved their own modern-day Charybdis while crossing the Atlantic. Just as in ancient times, these soldiers had to navigate through perilous situations. A stunning Hellenistic pebble mosaic showcases Scylla and Charybdis guarding a strait. The intricate detail of Scylla's monstrous form serves as a reminder of the perils that await those who dare to pass through. In another depiction inspired by Greek mythology, Ulysses and his companions are seen escaping the enchanting songs of the Sirens. This scene highlights how even heroes like Ulysses must face their own version on their epic journeys. Moving away from mythological references but still capturing the essence of danger and conflict associated with Charybdis, an engraving portrays The Anglo-German Ultimatum to Venezuela during which blockading fleets played a significant role. The chromolitho artwork titled "Charybdis and Pyramidal Lucernia" presents an intriguing interpretation combining elements of nature's fury with human-made structures. It invites contemplation about man's ability to create obstacles similar to those posed by Charybdis itself. Scilla and Charybdis find themselves forever intertwined in Sicily's history. Their presence serves as a constant reminder for seafarers passing through these treacherous waters - always vigilant against potential disaster. An engraving aptly named "Between Scylla and Charybdis" captures both literal and metaphorical meanings behind this phrase: being caught between two equally dangerous options.