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Aeneas, Sybil, Centaurs, Geryon, Briareus, Hydra, Chimaera (engraving)
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Aeneas, Sybil, Centaurs, Geryon, Briareus, Hydra, Chimaera (engraving)
812880 Aeneas, Sybil, Centaurs, Geryon, Briareus, Hydra, Chimaera (engraving) by Cleyn, Francis (1582-1658); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aeneas, Sybil, Centaurs, Geryon, Briareus, Hydra, Chimaera. Underworld scene. Print made by Wencelaus Hollar. Scenes from Virgil.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22740918
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Aeneas Centaurs Chimaera Hydra Sybil Underworld Virgil Geryon
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This engraving, titled "Aeneas, Sybil, Centaurs, Geryon, Briareus, Hydra, Chimaera" transports us into the mythical world of Virgil's epic poem. Created by Francis Cleyn and printed by Wencelaus Hollar in the 17th century, this artwork captures a mesmerizing underworld scene. At its center stands Aeneas, the legendary Trojan hero and protagonist of Virgil's "Aeneid". He is accompanied by the wise Sybil as they navigate through this dark realm. Surrounding them are fantastical creatures that ignite our imagination - centaurs with their half-human and half-horse forms; Geryon with his three heads and monstrous body; Briareus with his multiple arms stretching out like branches; Hydra with its many serpentine heads; and finally Chimaera with her lion head spewing fire. The intricate details of this engraving bring these mythological beings to life. Each stroke on paper tells a story of bravery and adventure as Aeneas embarks on his journey through the depths of Hades. This print serves as a visual representation of Virgil's vivid descriptions in his timeless work. Preserved in a private collection but made accessible to art enthusiasts through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, this masterpiece invites viewers to delve into ancient mythology while appreciating the skillful craftsmanship behind it. It reminds us that even centuries later, these tales continue to captivate
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