Clymene Collection

Allegorical illustration of Phaethon, son of Helios and the Oceanid Clymene
6337443 Allegorical illustration of Phaethon, son of Helios and the Oceanid Clymene, falling out of the sky while driving the Sun Chariot by Cooper

Fossils of extinct sea urchins: Echinocorys (Ananchites) 1, Galerites globulosus 2, and Nucleolites patella 3. Ananchite ovale, Galerite globuloso, Nucleolite patella

Arenicola marina and Clymene amphistoma
Lugworm or sandworm, Arenicola marina 1, and Clymene amphistoma 2. Arenicola dei Pescatori, Climene anfistoma. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario

The Sisters of Phaethon, 1572 (oil on slate)
BEN82537 The Sisters of Phaethon, 1572 (oil on slate) by Santi di Tito (1536-1603); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Two-tailed pasha and Cramers eighty-eight butterfly
Two-tailed pasha or foxy emperor, Charaxes jasius, with pupa and caterpillar 1, and Cramers eighty-eight butterfly, Diaethria clymena 2. Nymphale jasius, Nymphale clymene

African rail, Rallus caerulescens and clymene moth
African rail, Rallus caerulescens (Rallus capensis) and clymene moth, Haploa clymene. After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Phaethon, 1615 (engraving)
3480547 Phaethon, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Phaethon (son of the Oceanid Clymene and the solar deity Helios)

Apollo Clymene
Apollo and Clymene (?)

Phaethons Fall, 1678, by Johann Heiss (1640-1704)
Johann Heiss (1640-1704). German painter. Phaethons Fall, 1678. National Gallery. Prague. Czech Republic

Legend of Phaeton (oil on panel)
XIR438825 Legend of Phaeton (oil on panel) by Giolfino, Niccolo the Younger (1476-1555); Museo Horne, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Phaeton or Phaethon)

Clymene points Phaeton his father, the sun god, Hendrick Goltzius, Franco Estius, 1589

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"Clymene: A Mythical Journey through Art and Nature" Embark on a captivating journey as we delve into the intriguing world of Clymene, an Oceanid from Greek mythology. In an allegorical illustration of Phaethon's fateful adventure, we witness him plummeting from the sky while driving the Sun Chariot – a cautionary tale of recklessness and its consequences. As we explore further, fossils of extinct sea urchins transport us back in time, reminding us of the ever-changing nature of our planet. Alongside them, Arenicola marina and Clymene amphistoma emerge as fascinating marine creatures that have stood the test of time. Artistic interpretations come to life with "The Sisters of Phaethon, " an exquisite oil painting on slate capturing their ethereal beauty. Meanwhile, butterflies like the two-tailed pasha and Cramers eighty-eight flutter gracefully amidst vibrant flora, showcasing nature's delicate balance. Intriguing encounters continue with sightings of African rail and clymene moth – both elusive creatures that captivate observers with their unique characteristics. These natural wonders intertwine seamlessly with human imagination throughout history. Phaethon's mythological tale echoes through centuries in various artistic forms such as engravings like "Phaethon" (1615) or Johann Heiss' evocative masterpiece "Phaeton's Fall" (1678). Artists strive to capture his tragic downfall while igniting our own reflections on ambition and hubris. Apollo Clymene emerges as another embodiment within this rich tapestry; he embodies power intertwined with divine lineage. Paintings like "Legend of Phaeton" by Hendrick Goltzius and Franco Estius depict Clymene pointing her son towards his father - a poignant moment filled with anticipation and trepidation.