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Myth of Ganymede riding astride Zeus as an eagle oil on canvas

Circa 1800

$26,500
£20,025.96
€23,444.23
CA$37,006.58
A$41,635.80
CHF 22,060.26
MX$514,149.52
NOK 270,435.50
SEK 259,851.23
DKK 174,879.91
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Ganymede was a Trojan prince in Greek mythology, known for his compelling beauty. Because of his alluring good looks, Ganymede was abducted by Zeus to serve as cup-bearer in Olympus. In some versions of the myth Zeus is the eagle, while in others Zeus controls the bird. Homer described Ganymede as the most beautiful of mortals: "Ganymede was the loveliest born of the race of mortals, and therefore the gods caught him away to themselves, to be Zeus' wine-pourer, for the sake of his beauty, so he might be among the immortals". — Homer, Iliad, Book XX, lines 233-235.[3] The myth of Ganymede was a popular one throughout art history. This painting was done in the style of Antoine Coypel. The canvas measures 25.5" x 30" and the frame measures 33" x 36" x 3.5".
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1800
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)
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  • Condition:
    This painting is in very good condition in keeping with an artwork of its age. Please see the photographs for additional details and don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.
  • Gallery Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CoAn0011stDibs: LU2465212736372

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