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"Lapith: Mythical Warriors and the Battle of Centaurs" The Lapiths, a legendary tribe from ancient Greece, were known for their fierce battles against the Centaurs

Background imageLapith Collection: Metope. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the batlle betwe

Metope. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the batlle betwe
South metope XXX. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the batlle between the Centaurs and the Lapiths. 5th c. BC. Athens. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Background imageLapith Collection: Battle of the Lapiths and Centaurs, c.1600. Creator: Geronima Cagnaccia Parasole

Battle of the Lapiths and Centaurs, c.1600. Creator: Geronima Cagnaccia Parasole
Battle of the Lapiths and Centaurs, c.1600

Background imageLapith Collection: Warrior and centaur, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S

Warrior and centaur, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438538 Warrior and centaur, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Background imageLapith Collection: Lapith and Centaur, sculpture by Antoine Louis Barye (chromolitho)

Lapith and Centaur, sculpture by Antoine Louis Barye (chromolitho)
1093298 Lapith and Centaur, sculpture by Antoine Louis Barye (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lapith and Centaur, sculpture by Antoine Louis Barye)

Background imageLapith Collection: Sculptures from the pediments of the Temple of Zeus, Olympia, Greece (engraving)

Sculptures from the pediments of the Temple of Zeus, Olympia, Greece (engraving)
5996369 Sculptures from the pediments of the Temple of Zeus, Olympia, Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageLapith Collection: Battle of the Centaurs and the Lapiths, from the west front of the Temple of Zeus (marble)

Battle of the Centaurs and the Lapiths, from the west front of the Temple of Zeus (marble) (b / w photo)
ALI174811 Battle of the Centaurs and the Lapiths, from the west front of the Temple of Zeus (marble) (b/w photo) by Greek, (5th century BC); Archaeological Museum, Olympia, Archaia

Background imageLapith Collection: Ixion was expelled from Olympus and blasted with a thunderbolt, 1615 (engraving)

Ixion was expelled from Olympus and blasted with a thunderbolt, 1615 (engraving)
3480579 Ixion was expelled from Olympus and blasted with a thunderbolt, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Ixion was expelled from Olympus and blasted with a thunderbolt)

Background imageLapith Collection: An Allegory of Misrule, 1720-61. Creator: Johann Georg Platzer

An Allegory of Misrule, 1720-61. Creator: Johann Georg Platzer
An Allegory of Misrule, 1720-61

Background imageLapith Collection: Ixion on the wheel, 1925

Ixion on the wheel, 1925. Ixion, king of the Lapiths, killed his father-in-law and offended Zeus, so was bound to a burning wheel for eternity. From The Book of Myths by Amy Cruse, 1925

Background imageLapith Collection: South metope XXXI. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the b

South metope XXXI. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the b
South metope XXXI from the Parthenon marbles depicting part of the battle between the Centaurs and Lapiths. 5th century BC. Athens. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Background imageLapith Collection: Centaur Lapith Francesco Primaticcio Italian

Centaur Lapith Francesco Primaticcio Italian
Centaur and Lapith; Francesco Primaticcio (Italian, 1504 - 1570); Italy; about 1540; Red chalk; 21.7 x 27.8 cm (8 9, 16 x 10 15, 16 in.)

Background imageLapith Collection: Metope. Parthenon marbles. Battle between the Centaurs and t

Metope. Parthenon marbles. Battle between the Centaurs and t
Metope IV from the Parthenon marbles depicting part of the battle between the Centaurs and the Lapiths. 5th century BC. Athens. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Background imageLapith Collection: Olympia, West pediment of Temple of Zeus depicting Apollo attending battle between Lapiths

Olympia, West pediment of Temple of Zeus depicting Apollo attending battle between Lapiths and Centaurs
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Apollo attending the battle between Lapiths and Centaurs, detail of the west pediment of the temple of Zeus at Olympia, height 3.10 m

Background imageLapith Collection: South metope XXXII. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the

South metope XXXII. Parthenon marbles depicting part of the
South metope XXXII from the Parthenon marbles depicting part of the battle between the Centaurs and Lapiths. 5th century BC. Athens. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Background imageLapith Collection: Metope. Parthenon marbles. Centaur. 5th century BC

Metope. Parthenon marbles. Centaur. 5th century BC
Metope V from the Parthenon marbles depicting part of the battle between the Centaurs and the Lapiths. Centuur. 5th century BC. Athens. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Background imageLapith Collection: Lapith woman. Battle of the Lapiths and the Centaurs. 460 B. C

Lapith woman. Battle of the Lapiths and the Centaurs. 460 B. C
Lapith Woman. Battle of the Lapiths and the Centaurs. Decoration of the Temple of Zeus in the Sanctuary of Olympia. 5th century B.C. Parian marble. West pediment. Dated in 460 B.C

Background imageLapith Collection: Mural from the House of the Toilet of Hermaphrodite

Mural from the House of the Toilet of Hermaphrodite.. Handcolored lithograph from an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from Ornaments of all classical art epochs after the originals

Background imageLapith Collection: CARREY: PARTHENON, 1674. Detail of the south metope on the Parthenon in Athens

CARREY: PARTHENON, 1674. Detail of the south metope on the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, depicting centaurs and Lapiths. Drawing by Jacques Carrey, 1674

Background imageLapith Collection: Lapith overcoming Centaur

Lapith overcoming Centaur
A Lapith overcoming a Centaur. 5th century BC sculptural frieze from the Parthenon, Athens

Background imageLapith Collection: Close-up of greek base relief from Parthenon

Close-up of greek base relief from Parthenon
Parthenon frieze; Centaur overcoming a Lapith

Background imageLapith Collection: Parthenon frieze depicting Lapith fighting centaur

Parthenon frieze depicting Lapith fighting centaur
A Lapith fighting a Centaur.Parthenon Frieze; Athens

Background imageLapith Collection: Parthenon frieze depicting centaur fighting Lapith

Parthenon frieze depicting centaur fighting Lapith
A centaur fighting a Lapith. Parthenon frieze:

Background imageLapith Collection: Metope from Parthenon, pentelic marble relief depicting battle between Centaurs and Lapiths

Metope from Parthenon, pentelic marble relief depicting battle between Centaurs and Lapiths
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Metope from the Parthenon, by Phidias. Pentelic marble relief depicting the battle between the Centaurs and the Lapiths, 447-432 b.C

Background imageLapith Collection: Statue of Lapith woman, from western gable of Temple of Zeus at Olympia

Statue of Lapith woman, from western gable of Temple of Zeus at Olympia
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Statue of a Lapith woman. From the western gable of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia, 460 b.C

Background imageLapith Collection: Greek civilization, Centauromachia, battle between Centaurs and Lapiths by Phidias

Greek civilization, Centauromachia, battle between Centaurs and Lapiths by Phidias
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Phidias, Centauromachia: Battle between Centaurs and Lapiths. High relief from the metopes on the south side of the Parthenon, Pentelic marble, 447-440 b.C


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"Lapith: Mythical Warriors and the Battle of Centaurs" The Lapiths, a legendary tribe from ancient Greece, were known for their fierce battles against the Centaurs. The epic clash between these two forces has been immortalized in various forms of art throughout history. One such depiction can be found on the Metope of the Parthenon marbles. These intricately carved sculptures showcase scenes from the battle between Lapiths and Centaurs, capturing their intense struggle for dominance. In South metope XXXI, part of the Parthenon marbles, we witness a gripping moment as a Lapith warrior valiantly fights off an attacking Centaur. The tension and raw energy emanating from this artwork are truly captivating. Another representation is seen in Neptune abducting Caenis, a stunning pen and ink drawing that showcases the power dynamics between gods and mortals. This piece highlights how mythology often intertwines with human experiences. Diving into other mediums, we encounter a maiolica dish depicting Diana and Actaeon. This tin-glazed earthenware masterpiece beautifully captures a pivotal moment in Greek mythology when Actaeon stumbles upon Diana bathing - an act that leads to his tragic fate. Greek vase paintings also provide glimpses into this mythical world. An illustration by J. E Harrison and D. S MacColl portrays a warrior locked in combat with a centaur - showcasing both strength and vulnerability within one frame. Sculptures further bring these tales to life; Antoine Louis Barye's sculpture depicts an intense encounter between Lapiths and Centaurs through intricate details captured in chromolitho technique. Moving beyond Athens' walls to Olympia's Temple of Zeus pediments, engravings reveal more about this ancient conflict. Sculptures adorning its west front depict vivid scenes from "The Battle of the Centaurs" where bravery meets chaos amidst marble masterpieces.