Arion Collection

Arion on a Dolphin
A Greek poet and musician, reputed to have been cast into the sea by mariners but carried to Taenaros on a dolphins back

Black slug, great slug, Arion ater, Limax maximus.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

Pen drawing of Harmony personified in the figure of Air (AER)
1578288 Pen drawing of Harmony personified in the figure of Air (AER); (add.info.: Pen drawing of Harmony personified in the figure of Air (AER)

Arion an Dionysiac poet credited with inventing the dithyramb, 17th century (engraving)
3480611 Arion an Dionysiac poet credited with inventing the dithyramb, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Greek mythology: Arion an Dionysiac poet credited with inventing the dithyramb)

Arion, 1891. Creator: Gustave Moreau
Arion, 1891

Arion and Nereide, c. 1520/1525. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Arion and Nereide, c. 1520/1525

Red slug (Arion rufus) Vosges, France, September

Arion on the Dolphin (engraving)
3480586 Arion on the Dolphin (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); (add.info.: Arion on the Dolphin. Engraving depicting Jason and the Argonuats)

Bronze figure of the Ancient Greek poet Arion, by the Italian Renaissance sculptor Andrea Riccio
5207519 Bronze figure of the Ancient Greek poet Arion, by the Italian Renaissance sculptor Andrea Riccio, late 15th or early 16th Century (engraving) by French School

Dolphin - Arion is saved by a dolphin (chromolitho)
961319 Dolphin - Arion is saved by a dolphin (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dolphin - Arion is saved by a dolphin)

Salon de 1870, Sculpture, Arion, groupe en marbre (engraving)
3645611 Salon de 1870, Sculpture, Arion, groupe en marbre (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salon de 1870, Sculpture, Arion, groupe en marbre)

Arion riding a dolphin (engraving)
964385 Arion riding a dolphin (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arion, ancient Greek poet)

Arion riding on a Dolphin, c. 1509-10 (tempera & oil on panel)
992784 Arion riding on a Dolphin, c.1509-10 (tempera & oil on panel) by Bianchi Ferrari, Francesco (c.1460-1510); 68.1x53.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Italian

Poetry and Music (engraving)
1094619 Poetry and Music (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poetry and Music. Illustration for Science and Literature in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix)

Study for "Arion", 1919-1920. Creator: John Singer Sargent
Study for " Arion", 1919-1920

Arion Riding on a Dolphin [reverse], 1457. Creator: Giovanni Boldu
Arion Riding on a Dolphin [reverse], 1457

Arion, from Game of Mythology (Jeu de la Mythologie), 1644

Three Caravels in a Rising Squall with Arion on a Dolphin from The Sailing Vessels, 1561-65

Arion on a Dolphin, ca. 1599. Creators: Cornelis Cornelisz van Haarlem, Jan Muller
Arion on a Dolphin, ca. 1599

Arion, 1763-66. Creators: Augustin de Saint-Aubin, Jacques Jean Pasquier
Arion, 1763-66. After Francois Boucher

Arion on a Dolphin surrounded by a Border decorated with Sea Creatures, from a Set of Circular Designs with Sea Gods, 1580-1600

Design for a Plate with Arion Riding a Dolphin in a Medallion Bordered by Sea Monsters, c1600

ARION ON A DOLPHIN
The poet Arion is rescued by a dolphin off the coast of Calicut (!)

Red slug (Arion rufus), Bristol, England, UK, September

Arion. Artist: Moreau, Gustave (1826-1898)
Arion. Found in the collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Arion saved by a dolphin, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Arion saved by a dolphin, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Arion saved by a dolphin, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Arion saved by a dolphin, 1733. A plate from Le Temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Portrait Johannes Oporinus c. 1580-1587 oil panel
Portrait of Johannes Oporinus, c. 1580-1587, oil on panel, 65.5 x 52.5 cm, unsigned. Labeled top left: ANNO DOMINI 1567 MENSE SEPTEMBRI, AETATIS SUAE PROPE.60

Arion Sea Horse Bacchante Panther pair 1855 William Adolphe Bouguereau
Arion on a Sea Horse and Bacchante on a Panther (pair), 1855. William Adolphe Bouguereau (French, 1825-1905). Oil on fabric; framed: 87.3 x 127 x 5.4 cm (34 3/8 x 50 x 2 1/8 in.); unframed

Arion Sea Horse 1855 William Adolphe Bouguereau
Arion on a Sea Horse, 1855. William Adolphe Bouguereau (French, 1825-1905). Oil on fabric; framed: 87.3 x 127 x 5.4 cm (34 3/8 x 50 x 2 1/8 in.); unframed: 71.3 x 111.8 cm (28 1/16 x 44 in.)

Poetry And Music. The Nine Muses Inspiring Arion, Orpheus And Pythagoras Under The Auspices Of The Personified Air, Source Of All Harmony

Tunisia, Henchir Thyna, Mosaic depicting Arion riding dolphin from the Baths
Roman civilization, 3rd century A.D. Detail of mosaic depicting Arion riding a dolphin. From Henchir Thyna (Roman ancient city of Thaenae), the Baths, Tunisia

Arion Dolphin surrounded Border decorated Sea Creatures
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Arion Nereid Engraving Sheet 2 3 / 8 1 5 / 8 6. 1
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Arion Two Cupids Dolphin 1527-85 Brush ink
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Arion Dolphin ca 1599 Engraving first state two
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Arion Game Mythology Jeu de la Mythologie 1644
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Three Caravels Rising Squall Arion Dolphin Sailing Vessels
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Source Size = 1706 x 2460
Plays of the Day: Arion

Personification of music, Arnold Houbraken, 1710 - 1719

Dutch warship, print maker: Anonymous, Gerard Valck, 1670 - 1726

Dutch warship, Anonymous, 1670-1726

Arions Sea Journey, 1809 (w / c on paper)
XKH144702 Arions Sea Journey, 1809 (w/c on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 50.6x118.4 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; (add.info.: Greek poet of the 7th century BC)

Sea chart of the coast of Norway near Trondheim, Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen (I), unknown, 1681 - 1799

ARION (fl. c700-625 B. C. ). Greek musician and poet. Arion saved by a dolphin
ARION (fl. c700-625 B.C.). Greek musician and poet. Arion saved by a dolphin. Detail from an 18th century French copper engraving

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"Arion: Tales of Mythical Encounters and Artistic Expressions" In the realm of mythology, Arion on a Dolphin stands as an emblematic symbol of courage and salvation. This legendary tale recounts the extraordinary bond between man and marine creature, as Arion, a renowned poet from ancient Greece, finds himself in perilous waters. Amongst the diverse species inhabiting these aquatic realms is the Black Slug or Great Slug known by its scientific name Arion ater. Its sleek appearance mirrors the gracefulness associated with this mythical narrative. Similarly, its cousin, Limax maximus or Red Slug (Arion rufus), adds vibrant hues to the picturesque landscapes of Vosges, France during September. Artists throughout history have been captivated by this enchanting story. An exquisite bronze figure crafted by Italian Renaissance sculptor Andrea Riccio immortalizes Arion's legacy in late 15th or early 16th-century engravings. Another mesmerizing portrayal comes to life through chromolitho artistry depicting how a dolphin becomes his savior. Salvator Rosa's oil-on-canvas masterpiece "Heron on Dolphin" further exemplifies artistic interpretations inspired by this mythological connection. The Salon de 1870 showcases yet another marvel - a marble sculpture titled "Arion, " capturing every intricate detail with precision. The allure continues with an intriguing Renaissance panel painting entitled "Arion and the Dolphin. " Painted in 1938 using oils on wood, it transports us back to Italy where tales of heroism intertwine with maritime wonders. From ancient times to contemporary expressions, Arion riding on a Dolphin remains an enduring motif that transcends cultures and eras alike. Whether depicted through tempera & oil techniques or other mediums like engraving or sculpture – each rendition celebrates bravery amidst adversity while honoring mankind's profound relationship with nature. Italy proudly boasts its own rendition of this timeless legend - showcasing their interpretation on a Dolphin.