Geryon Collection

Hercules Steals the Oxen of Geryon, 1590-1635. Creator: Joos de Momper, the younger
Hercules Steals the Oxen of Geryon, 1590-1635

The Labors of Hercules: Capture of the Oxen of the Geryones in Erythia, c. 1528. Creator: Gabriel Salmon
The Labors of Hercules: Capture of the Oxen of the Geryones in Erythia, c. 1528

The Cattle of Geryon (chromolitho)
2782727 The Cattle of Geryon (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cattle of Geryon. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

Hercules fighting Geryon and Perseus receiving gifts to defeat Medusa (colour litho)
957861 Hercules fighting Geryon and Perseus receiving gifts to defeat Medusa (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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)

Hercules fighting Geryon and Geryon with Athena and Dionysos (colour litho)
957843 Hercules fighting Geryon and Geryon with Athena and Dionysos (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Typhaon, Echidna, Geryon (engraving)
973791 Typhaon, Echidna, Geryon (engraving) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Typhaon, Echidna, Geryon)

Hercules in battle with Geryon (colour litho)
957867 Hercules in battle with Geryon (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules in battle with Geryon)

Hercules driving off the cattle of Geryon, at the right are the nymphs of Hesperides, 1531-76

Hercules and the Oxen of Geryones: with a club raised by his right hand, Hercules confronts a group of galloping oxen, from the series The Labors of Hercules, 1608

New terror I conceived at the steep plunge, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
New terror I conceived at the steep plunge, c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil ride on the back of Geryon, the Monster of Fraud

Dante Virgil back Geryon early 19th century Black
Artokoloro

Hercules driving off cattle Geryon right nymphs
Artokoloro

Hercules Steals the Oxen of Geryon, Joos de Momper (II), 1590 - 1635

Hercules kills Geryon and his dog, Cornelis Cort, Julius Goltzius, in or after 1563 - before 1595

Morocco, Meknes-El Menzeh, Volubilis, Labours of Hercules house, mosaic, Hercules kills three-headed monster Geryon
Morocco - Meknes-El Menzeh - 3rd century A.D. Ancient city of Volubilis, settled by Romans since 1st century A.D. (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1997)

Tunisia, Acholla, House of Asinius Rufus, Mosaic depicting medallions with wild boar and Geryon
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Mosaic depicting the labors of Hercules, 184 A.D. From Acholla, House of Asinius Rufus, Tunisia. Detail: medallions with wild boar and Geryon

ITALY. Tarquinia. Necropolis of Monterozzi. Tomba dell Orco or Tomb of Spurinna, 4th c. BC. Depiction of the Avernus with Pluto, Persephone and Geryon. Etruscan art. Fresco

Herakles & Pillars
Herakles with the Pillars of Hercules which he set up on either coast of the Straits of Gibraltar when he went to steal the Cattle of Geryon

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Geryon, a mythological creature of great power and significance, has been depicted in various forms throughout history. From ancient engravings to vibrant lithographs, Geryon's presence is captivating and awe-inspiring. In "The Cattle of Geryon, " we witness the chromolitho portrayal of Hercules battling this formidable foe. With his strength and determination, Hercules fights valiantly to overcome Geryon's might. Perseus also seeks aid from the gods in defeating Medusa, receiving gifts that include confronting Geryon. In the color litho artwork, we see Perseus armed with these divine tools as he prepares for his encounter with the fearsome creature. Aeneas encounters Geryon alongside other mythical beings such as Centaurs and Hydra in an enchanting engraving. This depiction showcases the vastness of Geryon's influence within ancient mythology. Another colorful lithograph portrays Hercules engaged in combat with Geryon while accompanied by Athena and Dionysos. The combination of their strengths against this monstrous figure highlights the magnitude of their collective power. Typhaon, Echidna, and it can intricately engraved together—a trio representing chaos and danger. Their intertwined existence symbolizes the challenges faced by heroes who dare to confront them head-on. Hercules' relentless battle against Geryon is vividly captured in a striking color lithograph. As he drives off the cattle belonging to this legendary creature, nymphs from Hesperides stand witness on one side—adding an ethereal touch to this epic struggle. In yet another scene depicting Hercules facing off against him, we observe our hero brandishing a club raised high above his right hand—an emblematic gesture signifying his unwavering determination to defeat Geryon once and for all. Gustave Doré brings forth a new terror through his c1890 creation titled "New terror I conceived at the steep plunge.