Mythological Character Collection

The Nike or Victory of Samothrace, marble
Greek civilization, 2nd century b.C. - The Nike or Victory of Samothrace, marble, height 328 cm

Aphrodite the Saver, Hellenistic-Roman copy after the original statue by Calamis 5th Century, Italy, Naples, Museo Archeologico Nazionale (Archaeological Museum), Greek art

The Sea Monster
Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing The Sea Monster, 1498

Satan and Beelzebub
" Satan and Beelzebub and scene from the Miltons Paradise Lost. Forthwith upright he rears from off the pool His mighty stature. Engraving from 1870

The mouth of Hell
" The mouth of Hell, a scene from Miltons Paradise Lost. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Minos
In Greek mythology, Minos was a mythical king of Crete, son of Zeus and Europa. After his death, Minos became a judge of the dead in Hades. Engraving from 1870

Marsh deer (Blastocerus dichotomus), stag. Pousada Araras, northern Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Athene repressing the fury of Achilles
Athene (or Athena) repressing the fury of Achilles. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Diomed casting his spear against Ares
Diomed (Diomedes) casting his spear against Ares. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Penelope carrying the bow of Ulysses to the suitors. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Penelope surprised by the suitors. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Penelope's dream. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman. Published by Seeley, Jackson & Halliday, London, 1878

Thetis bringing the armour to Achilles. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Ulysses killing the suitors who vied for Penelope's hand in marriage. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Ulysses preparing to fight with Irus. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Ulysses weeps at the song of Demodocus
Ulysses weeping as he listens to the songs of the blind musician, Demodocus. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

The meeting of Ulysses and Penelope
The reunion between Ulysses and Penelope. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Ulysses at the table of Circe
Ulysses at the table of the witch-goddess, Circe. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Ajax defending the Greek ships against the Trojans. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Hector and Ajax separated by the Heralds. From "Stories From Homer" by the Rev. Alfred J. Church, M.A.; illustrations from designs by John Flaxman

Greek mythology - Pandora nad her box
Vintage engraving of Pandora nad her box after Lawrence Alma-Tadema. In Greek mythology, Pandora was the first human woman created by the gods

La Fontaines Fables - Fortune and the Little Child
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. Fortune and the Little Child

La Fontaines Fables - Phoebus and Boreas
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. Phoebus and Boreas

La Fontaines Fables - Jupiter
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. Jupiter or Jove, the king of the gods and the god of sky and thunder

La Fontaines Fables - The Companions of Ulysses
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Companions of Ulysses

The Stygian Lake
" The Stygian Lake, with the Ireful Sinners, Dante and Virgil enter the fifth circle of Hell and come to the Stygian marsh or Styx

Wolf turned shepherd
" The Wolf turned shepherd a scene from the traditional Aesops Fables. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Puck and Peri Never Weary
" Vintage engraving from 1870 showing a scene from a poem by Thomas Hood. Puck and Peri Never Weary. In English folklore, Puck is a mythological fairy or mischievous nature sprite."

La Fontaines Fables - The Man and his Image
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Man and his Image

La Fontaines Fables - Medusa
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The head of Medusa. In Greek mythology Medusa was a monster, a Gorgon

The Gates of Hell
" Satan at the gates of hell, a scene from Miltons Paradise Lost. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Adam and Eve
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Rebel Angels
" The fall of the rebel angels, a scene fro mthe bible. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Garden of Eden
The first approched of the serpent. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker

The Grisly Phantom
Vintage engraving from 1870 showing a scene from a poem by Thomas Hood. The grisly Phantom takes his stand beside the fallen tree

Marco Lombaro
" Marco Lombaro, a scene from Dantes purgatory. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Dante and his Guide
" Dante and his Guide a scene from Dantes inferno. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Man and mare roll d breathless on the earth
" Vintage engraving from 1870 showing a scene from a poem by Thomas Hood. One second more, and man and mare roll d breathless on the earth"

The spirits in Jupiter
" The spirits in Jupiter, a scene from Dantes Paradiso. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Pia in Purgatory
" Pia in Purgatory, a scene from Dante. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Jacob wrestles with the angel
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In he goes! with a frightful shout
Vintage engraving from 1870 showing a scene from a poem by Thomas Hood. In he goes! with a frightful shout

adam and eva
the original painting " The Fall of Man" by Palma il Vecchio(Jacopo Negretti) (Venice 1544-1628)

The vision of Death. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker

Dante and the Eagle
" Dante and the Eagle a scene from Dantes Inferno. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Fallen Angels
Fallen angels on the wing, a scene from MIltons Paradise lost. So numberless were those bad angels seen, Hovering on the wing, under the cope of Hell. Engraving from 1870

Hercules at the Crossroad
Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing Hercules at the Crossroad, 1498. Hercules is faced with a decision about his future between Voluptas (Pleasure)

Rime of the Ancient Mariner Other was a softer voice
Vintage engraving of a scene from the Rime of the Ancient Mariner, by Coleridge. The other was a softer voice. Herbert Cole, 1900

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Captivated by the enchanting world of mythology, this collection of art pieces unveils a realm where gods and heroes intertwine. In Arnold Bocklin's masterpiece, a majestic Centaur stands tall at the village blacksmith, embodying strength and grace in equal measure. Moving eastward to Persia, Azulejos unveil the Simurgh, a mythical bird symbolizing wisdom and benevolence during the Ilkhanide period. As we journey through time, an awe-inspiring litho reveals Russia's growth in Europe from 1300 to 1796. The vastness of its expansion echoes the grandeur of ancient myths that once shaped civilizations. Delving deeper into rituals and mysteries, frescoes from Villa Dei Mysteri depict initiation rites within Dionysus' cult—a testament to humanity's eternal quest for transcendence. Antonio Canova's marble sculpture breathes life into Psyche revived by Love's tender kiss—an enduring tale of love conquering all obstacles. Meanwhile, Icarus' tragic fall reminds us of our own limitations as mortals; his wings melting away amidst vibrant hues serves as a cautionary reminder against hubris. In Norse mythology, Odin seeks knowledge from Mimir with unwavering determination—a vivid portrayal captured in captivating color lithography. Claudio Monteverdi's opera Orpheus transports us further into mythological realms with its enchanting melodies resonating across centuries. Guided by Athena herself on his search for Odysseus, Telemachus embarks on an epic odyssey filled with trials and self-discovery—depicted beautifully in this colorful lithograph. Narcissus gazes upon his reflection in tranquil waters; transfixed by his own beauty until it consumes him entirely—a poignant reminder of vanity’s perilous path. Witnessing Zeus presiding over The Council of Gods atop Mount Olympus evokes both reverence and wonder—the divine assembly shaping the destinies of mortals below.