Ganymede & Eagle
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Ganymede & Eagle
The beautiful youth Ganymede, son of King Tros of Troy, catches Zeus eye and he sends an eagle to abduct him, immortalising him as the cupbearer of the Gods
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Abduct Beautiful Catches Cupbearer Eagle Ganymede Gods Sends Troy Youth Myth
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image depicts the legendary tale of Ganymede, the beautiful youth of Troy, and his fateful encounter with Zeus. According to Greek mythology, the king of the gods, enamored by Ganymede's exceptional beauty, sent an eagle to abduct him from his father's kingdom. The young prince, unsuspecting of the divine intervention, was carried up to Mount Olympus, where he became the immortal cupbearer of the gods. Ganymede, portrayed here as a graceful and youthful figure, is shown in the moment of being lifted off the ground by the powerful eagle. His expression is one of surprise and perhaps a hint of fear, as he is whisked away from his earthly life to join the celestial beings. The majestic eagle, emblematic of Zeus' power and strength, swoops down with unyielding determination, its sharp talons gripping Ganymede's waist. This classical and historical scene is a testament to the enduring allure of Greek mythology and the rich tapestry of stories that have shaped our cultural heritage. The image, captured by the skilled artists at Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us to a time when gods and mortals intertwined, and the boundaries between the divine and the human were blurred. Ganymede's story is a poignant reminder of the power of beauty and the lengths to which the gods would go to possess it. As the cupbearer of the gods, he was granted eternal youth and immortality, a reward that came at the cost of leaving his earthly life behind. This stunning print invites us to ponder the timeless themes of love, desire, and the passage of time, and serves as a beautiful addition to any collection of classical mythology or historical art.
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