Kronos Collection

Greek goddess Cronos o Kronos god of time
Greek goddess Cronos o Kronos was the leader and youngest of the first generation of Titans, the divine descendants of Uranus, the sky, and Gaia, the earth

Kronos Eats his Children
VILLAGE LIFE:butcher works, monk distributes charity, man sits in stocks, others plough irrigate, wash fleeces, as Saturn/Cronos (Time) flies by

Kronos and Uroboros
Kronos floats above the Earth, holding a uroborus

Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600

Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600

Louise Albertine de Brandt, Baroness von Grapendorf. Creator: Georg Friedrich Schmidt
Louise Albertine de Brandt, Baroness von Grapendorf

The Allegory of Human Life: four ages of man, virtues and fate, 1691-92 (fresco)
3606321 The Allegory of Human Life: four ages of man, virtues and fate, 1691-92 (fresco) by Carlone, Giovanni Andrea (1639-97); Palazzo Rosso, Genoa, Italy; (add.info.: Genoa)

The Worship of Zeus, an illustration from L Odyssee, by Homer
STC386310 The Worship of Zeus, an illustration from L Odyssee, by Homer, translated by Victor Berard, 1929-33 (colour litho) by Schmied

Kronos, 17th century. Artist: Giacinto Brandi
Kronos, 17th century. Kronos (Chronos) was one of the Greek Titans, and father of Zeus. He was known as Saturn in Roman mythology

Kronos / Saturn
Kronos, a Titan, dethroned his father Uranus as ruler of the world, but was dethroned by his son Zeus; the uroborus he holds, and the scythe at his feet, are symbols of time

Uranos Castrated
Uranos, son of Gaia on whom he fathers the Titans including Kronos who, aided by Gaia, castrates him and takes over leadership of the Gods but is usurped in his turn by Zeus

Lagina frieze history discoveries Halicarnassus
Lagina: frieze, A history of discoveries at Halicarnassus, Cnidus and Branchidae, Newton, C. T. (Charles Thomas), 1816-1894, Spackman, B. Wagner, E

Kronos (Chronos) one of the Greek Titans, father of Zeus. Saturn in Roman mythology. Giacinto Brandi (1623-1691).Oil on Canvas. Private Collection

Saturn (Greek Kronos) Roman god of time. Devoured all his children except Jupiter, Neptune and Pluto. Considered a male planet, warm, with characteristics of Earth and lead

GREEK MYTHOLOGY: CRONUS. Line engraving, German, 19th century, after a Pompeiian fresco

Classical Myth / Rhea
Mother of the Gods, daughter of Uranus and Gaea, sister/wife of Kronos, mother of Zeus, Hera, Hades, Poseidon, Demeter and Hestia

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"Kronos: The Timeless Mythological Figure" In Greek mythology, Kronos was known as the god of time and the leader of the Titans. Often depicted as an elderly man with a long beard, he held immense power and significance in ancient tales. One of the most infamous stories surrounding Kronos is his act of devouring his own children. Fearing that they would overthrow him, he swallowed them whole. This gruesome tale symbolizes his insatiable hunger for power and control. Another intriguing connection to Kronos lies in the concept of Uroboros, a serpent or dragon eating its own tail. This symbolizes eternity and cyclical nature - much like time itself. The Allegory of Human Life fresco from 1691-92 portrays four ages of man along with virtues and fate. It serves as a reminder that time is constantly moving forward, leaving behind remnants of our existence. It also played a role in various artistic depictions throughout history. In "The Kidnapping of Venus by Kronos, " we witness his attempt to seize beauty itself, highlighting both desire and obsession. "The Worship of Zeus" showcases how even mighty gods like Zeus were subject to reverence towards their predecessors such as Kronos. It emphasizes the importance placed on lineage and tradition within Greek mythology. Giacinto Brandi's artwork from the 17th century captures Kronos' essence beautifully, showcasing his regal appearance alongside symbols representing time's passing nature. Furthermore, Uranus' castration by Kronos reveals not only familial conflict but also signifies a shift in power dynamics among deities - marking an important transition within mythological narratives. Archaeological discoveries such as the Lagina frieze shed light on historical representations related to Halicarnassus' rich past where references to they are be found - further solidifying his enduring presence across cultures. As one of the Greek Titans and father of Zeus, Kronos holds a significant place in mythology.