Siren, Proteus and Triton, Greek sea gods
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Siren, Proteus and Triton, Greek sea gods
Siren, Proteus and Triton, Greek sea gods.. Handcolored copperplate engraving engraved by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf after illustrations by Leonard Defraine from Mythology in Prints, or Figures of Fabled Gods, Blanchard, Paris, c.1820
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This handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting presence of three prominent Greek sea gods: Siren, Proteus, and Triton. The image, engraved by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf after illustrations by Leonard Defraine, is a stunning example of the intricate detail and vibrant colors characteristic of the Mythology in Prints series published by Blanchard in Paris around 1820. At the center of the image, the Siren, a mythological creature with the upper body of a woman and the lower body of a bird, extends her arm towards Proteus, the Old Man of the Sea. Proteus, depicted as an elderly man with fish scales covering his body, is in the process of transforming into various shapes, as per his mythological ability to change forms. Triton, the god of the sea and son of Poseidon, is shown blowing his conch shell, a symbol of his power over the sea, while swimming gracefully towards his father and the Siren. The Sirens, known for their mesmerizing voices, lured sailors to their deaths with their songs. Proteus, with his shape-shifting abilities, could aid sailors by revealing valuable information, but only if they could hold him down long enough to ask a question before he transformed again. Triton, as a powerful god, was often depicted as a protector of sailors and fishermen. This exquisite print offers a glimpse into the rich and intriguing world of classical mythology, where gods and goddesses held sway over the natural elements and the lives of mortals. The intricate engraving and vibrant colors bring the story of these sea gods to life, transporting us to a time when mythology was a living part of daily life and culture.
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