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Icarus and Daedalus
Daedalus and his son Icarus escape from Crete with man- made wings, but Icarus flies too near the sun : the heat melts the wax on his wings, plunging him into the sea
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Daedalus and Icarus: A Tragic Flight of Ambition and Hubris" This image depicts the legendary moment from Greek mythology when Daedalus and his son Icarus attempt to escape from the island of Crete using wings that Daedalus had ingeniously crafted. The father and son duo were prisoners, having been sentenced to death by King Minos after Daedalus helped Pasiphae, Minos' wife, to create the famous Cretan Bull. Daedalus, a skilled artisan, devised a pair of wings made of feathers and wax. He cautioned Icarus to fly at a safe altitude, reminding him not to fly too close to the sun, as the wax would melt. However, young Icarus, blinded by his newfound freedom and the thrill of flying, disregarded his father's advice. As the sun grew larger in the sky, Icarus, unable to resist its allure, flew closer and closer. The wax on his wings began to melt, and eventually, they disintegrated, leaving him plunging helplessly into the sea below. This poignant scene encapsulates the tragic consequences of hubris and the dangers of underestimating the power of nature. The myth of Daedalus and Icarus has been a source of inspiration for countless artists, writers, and thinkers throughout history, reminding us of the perils of overconfidence and the importance of heeding warnings. This evocative print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of classical history and mythology, allowing us to explore the depths of human emotion and the enduring power of storytelling.
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