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Aristaeus Collection

Aristaeus, a figure from Greek mythology, is often depicted in various engravings and artworks

Background imageAristaeus Collection: Proteus and Aristaeus

Proteus and Aristaeus
Proteus changes his shape to avoid using his oracular powers, but Aristaeus catches him unawares, binds him, and forces him to make revelations

Background imageAristaeus Collection: Aristaeus compels Proteus to give his Response, 17th century (engraving)

Aristaeus compels Proteus to give his Response, 17th century (engraving)
3480511 Aristaeus compels Proteus to give his Response, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Aristaeus compels Proteus to give his Response)

Background imageAristaeus Collection: ARISTAEUS & EURYDICE

ARISTAEUS & EURYDICE
Aristaeus takes a fancy to Eurydice : fleeing his unwelcome attentions, she treads on a snake which bites her fatally : she dies, and Aristaeus is punished Date:

Background imageAristaeus Collection: Acteon devoured by hunting hounds (engraving)

Acteon devoured by hunting hounds (engraving)
3480566 Acteon devoured by hunting hounds (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); (add.info.: Acteon devoured by hunting hounds. Engraved illustration from The Temple of the Muses, 1733)

Background imageAristaeus Collection: Aristeus Compels Proteus to Reveal his Oracles, 1731 (engraving)

Aristeus Compels Proteus to Reveal his Oracles, 1731 (engraving)
STC134119 Aristeus Compels Proteus to Reveal his Oracles, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageAristaeus Collection: Aristee (engraving)

Aristee (engraving)
2793346 Aristee (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristee. Illustration for La Mythologie by Rene Menard (Delagrave, 1878)

Background imageAristaeus Collection: Eurydice fleeing Aristaeus killed snake

Eurydice fleeing Aristaeus killed snake
Eurydice, while fleeing from Aristaeus, is killed by snake

Background imageAristaeus Collection: The Death of Eurydice, 1552-71 (oil on canvas)

The Death of Eurydice, 1552-71 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765877 The Death of Eurydice, 1552-71 (oil on canvas) by Abate, Nicolo dell (c.1509-71); 189.2x237.5 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Eurydice)

Background imageAristaeus Collection: Cyrene & Aristaeus

Cyrene & Aristaeus
The nymph CYRENE in her underwater palace, with her son ARISTAEUS. Date: First published: 29 BC


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Aristaeus, a figure from Greek mythology, is often depicted in various engravings and artworks. In one such artwork titled "Proteus and Aristaeus, " we witness the encounter between these two mythical beings. Another engraving called "Aristeus Compels Proteus to Reveal his Oracles" showcases Aristaeus using his powers to extract knowledge from Proteus. In another captivating tale involving Aristaeus, we find him intertwined with Eurydice. The artwork "ARISTAEUS & EURYDICE" portrays their tragic story. However, it is not all doom and gloom for our protagonist as he also appears in an engraving named "Aristee. " This depiction might shed light on other aspects of his character or adventures. One particularly gruesome scene involves Acteon being devoured by hunting hounds in an engraving that bears the same name. Although this event may not directly involve Aristaeus, it serves as a reminder of the dangers lurking within Greek mythology. But perhaps one of the most significant moments featuring Aristaeus is when Eurydice flees from him after he unintentionally kills a snake while pursuing her. This incident is repeated multiple times in various engravings: "Eurydice fleeing Aristaeus killed snake. " These depictions capture the sorrowful climax of their relationship. Lastly, we have "The Death of Eurydice, " an oil painting that encapsulates the finality and tragedy surrounding her demise. While this artwork does not explicitly feature Aristaeus, it symbolizes his role in bringing about her untimely end.