Icare Collection

The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving)
741541 The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: According to Greek legend, in order to escape from Crete)

Icarus, c. 1900
CMY15447 Icarus, c.1900 by Meteyard, Sidney (1868-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: by Sidney Meteyard)

Icarius (Diomedes wounding Aphrodite when she tries to recover the body of Aeneas
CH413999 Icarius (Diomedes wounding Aphrodite when she tries to recover the body of Aeneas) 1905 (oil on canvas) by Fitger

A Naiad in The Lament for Icarus (charcoal & chalk on paper)
Ma199066 A Naiad in The Lament for Icarus (charcoal & chalk on paper) by Draper, Herbert James (1864-1920); 54x33 cm; Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright

Daedalus and Icarus, 1642-6
BOO73446 Daedalus and Icarus, 1642-6 by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); 190x124 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright

Camera delle Aquile, ceiling with the Fall of Icarus in the central panel surrounded by
BEN78598 Camera delle Aquile, ceiling with the Fall of Icarus in the central panel surrounded by stucco decoration of putti and lunettes with mythological scenes, 1528 (fresco and stucco) by Romano

Icarus Falling, before 1910 (marble)
PHG190960 Icarus Falling, before 1910 (marble) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); 41.7x85x51.5 cm; Musee Rodin, Paris, France; ePhilippe Galard; French, out of copyright

Daedalus escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death
741542 Daedalus escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death, 1619 (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Fall of Icarus, 1572 (oil on slate)
BEN82529 The Fall of Icarus, 1572 (oil on slate) by Maso da San Friano, (1536-71); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Sketch for Daedalus and Icarus, c. 1869 (oil on canvas)
LGH250476 Sketch for Daedalus and Icarus, c.1869 (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London, UK; eLeighton House; English, out of copyright

The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving)
STC134114 The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Icarus Falling, 1743 (marble)
XIR26528 Icarus Falling, 1743 (marble) by Slodtz, Paul Ambroise (1702-58); 38x64x54.8 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: The Fall of Icarus in the Sea; ); French, out of copyright

Daedalus, escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death
741540 Daedalus, escaping from Crete with his son, Icarus, sees him falling to his death, 1493 (woodcut engraving) by German School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Fall of Icarus
BON40729 The Fall of Icarus by Grimmer, Jacob (c.1526-89) (attr. to); Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Studies for Daedalus and Icarus, c. 1868-69 (oil on canvas)
LGH250477 Studies for Daedalus and Icarus, c.1868-69 (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London, UK; eLeighton House; English

Daedalus Attaching Icarus Wings, c. 1754 (oil on canvas)
XIR175923 Daedalus Attaching Icarus Wings, c.1754 (oil on canvas) by Vien, Joseph-Marie, the Elder (1716-1809); 195x130 cm; Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts, Paris

The Fall of Icarus (oil on canvas)
XAL173491 The Fall of Icarus (oil on canvas) by Saraceni, Carlo (c.1580-1620); Museo e Gallerie Nazionale di Capodimonte, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: flew too close to the sun; ); Italian

Serge Lifar performing in the ballet Icare
Serge Lifar performing in the one-act ballet Icare, in which he played the mythological character of Icarus, who fell to earth when his wings failed him

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"Icarus: A Tragic Tale of Ambition and Consequences" In the realm of Greek mythology, Icarus stands as a symbol of both audacity and downfall. From ancient engravings to modern sculptures, his story has been immortalized through various artistic interpretations. One such depiction is "The Fall of Icarus" from 1731, an engraving that captures the pivotal moment when Icarus's wings melt under the scorching sun. This tragic event serves as a reminder that excessive ambition can lead to catastrophic consequences. Another artwork titled "Icarius" portrays Diomedes wounding Aphrodite while attempting to recover the lifeless body of Aeneas. Here, we witness how even gods are not immune to suffering when they intervene in mortal affairs. "The Lament for Icarus" showcases a Naiad grieving over Icarus's demise using charcoal and chalk on paper. The delicate strokes convey her sorrowful lamentation for a young life cut short by recklessness. Daedalus and his ill-fated son also find their place in these artistic renditions. In "Daedalus escaping from Crete with his son, " we witness Daedalus' anguish as he witnesses his beloved child plummeting towards certain death. It serves as a poignant reminder that parental love cannot always protect us from our own choices. "The Fall of Icarus" painted in 1572 on slate depicts this tragedy with vivid oil colors, capturing the intensity of emotions surrounding this mythological tale. A sketch dating back to 1869 offers insight into an artist's interpretation during that era – highlighting Daedalus' struggle with guilt after losing his son due to their shared hubris. Within the Camera delle Aquile ceiling panel, surrounded by ornate designs, lies another representation showcasing Icarus' fall. This piece reminds us that even amidst grandeur and opulence, the consequences of our actions can be inescapable.