Sarpedon Collection

Sarpedon Steamship
Passenger liner of the Blue Funnel line

The Euphronios Krater (Sarpedon krater). Sarpedons body carried by Hypnos and Thanatos, c. 510-c. 500 BC. Found in the Collection of Museo Nazionale Etrusco di Villa Giulia

MYTH/ILIAD/SARPEDON
Sarpedon's corpse carried away by Sleep and Death

SLEEP AND DEATH
Death as perceived by the Ancient Greeks : the corpse of the Trojan hero Sarpedon, son of Zeus, is borne from the battlefield by Sleep and Death Date: mid-13th century BC

Sarpedon, from the bas relief by Ms Watson (engraving)
5198949 Sarpedon, from the bas relief by Ms Watson (engraving) by Roffe, F. (fl.1889); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sarpedon, from the bas relief by Ms Watson)

The point of the spear flew over the left shoulder of Patroclus (colour litho)
3652491 The point of the spear flew over the left shoulder of Patroclus (colour litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sleep and Death conveying the body of Sarpedon to Lycia (engraving)
973681 Sleep and Death conveying the body of Sarpedon to Lycia (engraving) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sarpedon carried to Jupiter from the plain of Troy by Sleep and Death (gravure)
964399 Sarpedon carried to Jupiter from the plain of Troy by Sleep and Death (gravure) by Levy, Henri Leopold (1840-1904) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sarpedon, c. 1875-76 (oil on canvas)
1199612 Sarpedon, c. 1875-76 (oil on canvas) by Richmond, William Blake (1842-1921); 244.5x92.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Death and Sleep bearing to Jupiter the Body of Sarpedon (engraving)
1053311 Death and Sleep bearing to Jupiter the Body of Sarpedon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death and Sleep bearing to Jupiter the Body of Sarpedon)

Sleep and death conveying the body of Sarpedon to Lycia
LLM455880 Sleep and death conveying the body of Sarpedon to Lycia by Flaxman, John (1755-1826) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sleep and death conveying the body of Sarpedon to Lycia)

Common Bluebottle butterfly feeds on a damp sand (Graphium sarpedon). Tioman Island, typical; Malaysia; June

Terracotta bell-krater mixing bowl Late Classical
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"Sarpedon: A Mythological Journey through Art and Literature" In the realm of Greek mythology, Sarpedon emerges as a captivating figure. From the majestic Sarpedon Steamship to the iconic Euphronios Krater depicting his tale, this mythical character has left an indelible mark on history. According to ancient texts like the Iliad, Sarpedon's fate was intertwined with Sleep and Death themselves. In stunning depictions such as Ms Watson's bas relief engraving or the vivid colour litho of Patroclus narrowly escaping death by spear, we witness how Sleep and Death carried Sarpedon's lifeless body back to Lycia. The myth also connects Sarpedon to Europa, Claude's masterpiece that tells a story of love and adventure. As we delve deeper into this rich tapestry of legends, it becomes evident that Sarpedon symbolizes more than just a mortal man; he embodies profound themes like sacrifice, heroism, and destiny. Artists throughout history have been captivated by this enigmatic character. From oil paintings like "Sarpedon" in 1875-76 to engravings such as "Death and Sleep bearing to Jupiter the Body of Sarpedon, " each artwork offers its unique interpretation of his journey. Even on an Attic Red-Figured Kylix vessel, Tekmessa discovers Ajax's lifeless body – a poignant reminder of how death touches not only heroes but those around them too. These artistic expressions serve as windows into our fascination with mortality and what lies beyond. As we explore these various portrayals across time and mediums, one thing remains clear: Sarpedon continues to capture our imagination. His story resonates because it speaks directly to our own human experience – reminding us that even in death there is beauty worth celebrating.