Kharon Collection

Charon Ferrying the Shades. Artist: Subleyras, Pierre (1699-1749)
Charon Ferrying the Shades. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Charon's Bark with Souls Crossing the Styx, plate two from Darstellungen aus Dante's... 1808-09
Charon's Bark with Souls Crossing the Styx, plate two from Darstellungen aus Dante's Holle, 1808-09

Hercules Gets Cerberus from the Underworld (Charon, the Ferryman of the Styx), 1645-1650. Creator: Jacob van Campen
Hercules Gets Cerberus from the Underworld (Charon, the Ferryman of the Styx), 1645-1650

Thetis Immersing her Infant Son Achilles in the River Styx to Make him Invulnerable, 1794-1798

Italian landscape at the tomb, c1818. Creator: Theodore Gericault
Italian landscape at the tomb, c1818

Italian landscape at the tomb, c1818. Creator: Theodore Gericault
Italian landscape at the tomb, c1818

Charon transports the souls of the dead to the kingdom of Hades, 2nd half of 19th century. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
Charon transports the souls of the dead to the kingdom of Hades, 2nd half of 19th century. From a collection of 239 drawings

4th Century Bc Acheron Aeneid Allegoric Allegorical
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Plate 25: Psyche setting off in Charons boat, ignoring the old man at left who request... 1530-60
Plate 25: Psyche setting off in Charons boat, ignoring the old man at left who requests alms, from the Story of Cupid and Psyche as told by Apuleius, 1530-60

Detail of The Souls of Acheron, 1898 (oil on canvas)
5942262 Detail of The Souls of Acheron, 1898 (oil on canvas) by Hiremy-Hirschl, Adolph (1860-1933); Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna, Austria; Hungarian, out of copyright

The Souls of Acheron, 1898 (oil on canvas)
5942263 The Souls of Acheron, 1898 (oil on canvas) by Hiremy-Hirschl, Adolph (1860-1933); Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna, Austria; Hungarian, out of copyright

Cupid and Psyche - Palace Green Murals - Psyche receiving the Casket from Proserpine, 1881. A scene from William Morris epic poem, The Earthly Paradise

Act of Justice, 1794. Creator: Anonymous
Act of Justice, 1794. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Aeneas and the Sibyl in the Underworld. Creator: Brueghel, Jan, the Elder (1568-1625)
Aeneas and the Sibyl in the Underworld. Found in the Collection of Thorvaldsens Museum, Copenhagen

Aeneas and the Sibyl in the Underworld, ca 1604. Creator: Brueghel, Jan, the Elder (1568-1625)
Aeneas and the Sibyl in the Underworld, ca 1604. Found in the Collection of Slovak National Gallery, Bratislava

Napoleon Crossing the Styx and joins the Heroes of the Grande Armee, who died for France
Napoleon Crossing the Styx and joins the Heroes of the Grande Arme e, who died for France. Private Collection

Aeneas and the Sibyl in the Underworld, 1598. Artist: Brueghel, Jan, the Elder (1568-1625)
Aeneas and the Sibyl in the Underworld, 1598. Private Collection

The Souls of Acheron (Detail), 1898. Artist: Hiremy-Hirschl, Adolf (1860-1933)
The Souls of Acheron (Detail), 1898. Found in the collection of Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna

The Souls of Acheron, 1898. Artist: Hiremy-Hirschl, Adolf (1860-1933)
The Souls of Acheron, 1898. Found in the collection of Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna

Charon Crossing the Styx. Artist: Patinir, Joachim (ca. 1480-1524)
Charon Crossing the Styx. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Aeneas, Sibyl and Charon, ca. 1695. Artist: Crespi, Giuseppe Maria (1665-1747)
Aeneas, Sibyl and Charon, ca. 1695. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

Arrival of Charon. Illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1857. Artist: Dore, Gustave (1832-1883)
Arrival of Charon. Illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1857. From a private collection

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"Kharon: The Ferryman of the Underworld" In ancient mythology, Kharon was the enigmatic ferryman who transported the souls of the deceased across the river Acheron to their final resting place. This timeless figure has been depicted in various artistic interpretations throughout history. One such portrayal is captured in Pierre Subleyras' masterpiece "Charon Ferrying the Shades. " Painted during the 18th century, this allegorical artwork showcases Charon's solemn duty as he guides lost souls through the afterlife. Another intriguing depiction can be found in Plate 25 of an anonymous artist known as Master of the Die. In this scene titled "Psyche setting off in Charon's boat, " we witness Psyche embarking on a treacherous journey, ignoring an old man's plea for help. Symbolizing her determination and disregard for mortal concerns, she ventures into unknown realms with only Charon as her guide. The concept of Acheron and its significance is further explored in Adolf Hiremy-Hirschl's painting "The Souls of Acheron. " Created at the turn of the 20th century, this oil on canvas piece delves into themes surrounding death and transition. It offers a hauntingly beautiful glimpse into a realm where spirits wander aimlessly until they find eternal peace. Jan Brueghel, known as Jan Brueghel, The Elder also contributed to immortalizing Kharon's role within Greek mythology. His works like "Aeneas and Sibyl in the Underworld" present vivid scenes from Virgil's epic poem 'Aeneid. ' These captivating paintings depict brave heroes venturing into Hades under Charon's watchful eye while encountering mythical creatures along their path. Even Napoleon Bonaparte himself became intertwined with Kharon when his crossing over Styx was imagined by artists seeking to honor his military achievements.