Photographic Print : Oedipus and Sphinx
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Oedipus and Sphinx
Oedipus, subsequently king of Thebes, successfully solves the riddle of the Sphinx and then rids the country of the monster
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Media ID 593310
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Monster Oedipus Riddle Sphinx Subsequently Successfully Thebes Myth
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the captivating allure of ancient mythology with our exquisite Oedipus and Sphinx photographic print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This striking image, available through Media Storehouse from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic moment when Oedipus, the brave and enigmatic king of Thebes, triumphs over the legendary Sphinx by solving its riddle. Add this masterpiece to your collection and bring the timeless tale of heroism, wisdom, and fate into your home or office. Experience the mesmerizing blend of history, art, and mythology with our high-quality photographic prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts the legendary moment when Oedipus, the enigmatic king of Thebes, triumphantly solves the riddle posed by the Sphinx. In Greek mythology, the Sphinx, a monstrous creature with the body of a lion and the head of a woman, had been terrorizing the city of Thebes by posing a seemingly unsolvable riddle to its inhabitants. The riddle was: "What walks on four legs in the morning, two legs at noon, and three legs in the evening?" Oedipus, a brilliant and determined man, refused to let the Sphinx's riddle go unsolved. He pondered the question relentlessly, and after much thought, he realized that the answer was a human being. The riddle described the stages of a human life: as a baby, a person crawls on all fours; as an adult, they walk on two legs; and in old age, they use a cane for support, making it effectively a third leg. With the Sphinx's riddle solved, Oedipus gained the respect and admiration of the Theban people. But little did they know, their new king had a dark and tragic past. Oedipus was actually the man fated to kill his own father and marry his mother, Jocasta. This revelation would eventually lead to Oedipus' downfall and the end of his reign. Despite the tragic outcome of his story, Oedipus' triumph over the Sphinx remains a testament to his intelligence and determination. This historical print, from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to ancient Greece and allows us to witness this pivotal moment in classical mythology.
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