Abducts Collection
From ancient mythology to folklore, the tale of abductions has captivated our imagination for centuries
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From ancient mythology to folklore, the tale of abductions has captivated our imagination for centuries. The Abduction of Ganymede, depicted in this engraving, tells the story of Zeus disguising himself as an eagle to carry off the beautiful shepherd boy. In Greek mythology, Nessus was tasked with carrying the pregnant Dejanira across a river but instead attempted to abduct her, leading to a tragic chain of events. In the early 19th century, the Elopers of Musashino, a popular theme in Japanese art, depicted the romantic escapes of young lovers. Abraham and Abimelech's story in the Old Testament also involves a contentious abduction. Boreas, the north wind, is known for abducting Oreithyia, while witches and goblins have long been believed to steal children in the dead of night. These tales, both dark and enchanting, continue to inspire art, literature, and our collective consciousness.