Sea Monster

Athena is shown here in a Corinthian crested helmet decorated with the sea monster Skylla. According to legend, Athena was born fully grown and armored from the forehead of her fathe...

This type of depiction of grotesque fish is often attributed by iconography to the desire to depict tritons or even dolphins, in reality it is one of the many imaginary animals such ...

A small part of India is incorrectly shown in the northeast corner of the map and a spurious coastline labeled Gangem fills the upper right corner. The stipple engraved sea contains ...

This attractive hand colored map of Hampshire County, England includes a colorful compass rose in the lower right corner above the names of the cartographer, John Norden and one of t...

One figure raises his right arm to point up to the man seated above. These figures ride sea monsters across a scrolling, wave-like base.

Title: Sea of Monsters Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 19.75 x 14 inches Frame: Framing options available!

At the exact center of this panel is a detailed heraldic crest or coat of arms shield, which is flanked symmetrically by two mythical winged creatures, resembling stylized sea monste...

The supernatural powers of the Devil's red forked tail extend beyond its normal length and, like a tentacle from a sea monster, entangles many of the characters that represent societ...

The map’s artistic flourishes include dramatic maritime folklore, such as a vignette of a sea monster being harpooned, which offers a fascinating glimpse into contemporary beliefs.

Andromeda is to be sacrificed to a sea-monster to save her city, but Perseus rescues her from this fate by slaying the beast. 5 3/4" x 9 1/2" art 16 1/4" x 20 1/4" frame Alexander ...

Engraved sailing ships and sea monsters decorate the waters, reflecting Ortelius’s decorative style and the era’s fascination with maritime exploration and unknown seas.

Its decorative cartouche in the lower left corner, embellished with cherubs and florals, reflects the ornate cartographic style of the mid-17th century. Sailing ships and sea monster...

The map is decorated with two galleons, several sea monsters, two large compass roses, one mileage scale with dividers and a cartouche with a large coat of arms.

At the bottom left is a charming vignette of Mediterranean sailing vessels and sea monsters, adding visual appeal to the scholarly content.

"Hippocampus" by Andrzej Szymczyk is a captivating bronze sculpture, Limited edition of 24 inspired by the ancient Greek word hippókampos, meaning "sea monster" or "sea animal." This...

Cassiope offended the Nereids by boasting that Andromeda was more beautiful than they, so in revenge Poseidon sent a sea monster to devastate Cepheus’ kingdom. Since only Andromeda’...

A man is holding two women on the right, while, on the left, two semi nude male figures appear attacking a sea monster (very similar to those inspired by ancient Roman works, common ...

Elegant embellishments, such as ships sailing on the lake, a compass rose, geese along the shoreline, and even a subtle sea monster, lend charm and visual interest. Jodocus Hondius,...

Incorporating aspects of Greek mythology into the project, the artist uses these stories to express his own personal experiences at sea. Loosely drawing from the narrative and imager...

Incorporating aspects of Greek mythology into the project, the artist uses these stories to express his own personal experiences at sea. Loosely drawing from the narrative and imager...

Incorporating aspects of Greek mythology into the project, the artist uses these stories to express his own personal experiences at sea. Loosely drawing from the narrative and imager...

Incorporating aspects of Greek mythology into the project, the artist uses these stories to express his own personal experiences at sea. Loosely drawing from the narrative and imager...

Incorporating aspects of Greek mythology into the project, the artist uses these stories to express his own personal experiences at sea. Loosely drawing from the narrative and imager...

Incorporating aspects of Greek mythology into the project, the artist uses these stories to express his own personal experiences at sea. Loosely drawing from the narrative and imager...

Decorative elements include a Portuguese royal coat of arms, ornate cartouches, sailing ships, mermaids, sea monsters, and navigational details that exemplify the artistic brilliance...

At the base, on a bed of aquatic plants, a cupid brandishing a trident set with a pearl subdues a sea monster. Above, aquatic plants also hosting pearls flourish, culminating in a mo...

Cassiope offended the Nereids by boasting that Andromeda was more beautiful than they, so in revenge Poseidon sent a sea monster to devastate Cepheus’ kingdom. Since only Andromeda’...

Additional decorative elements include a sailing vessel and sea monster in the Pacific Ocean, along with an ornamental legend cartouche.

Particularly attractive is the elaborate title cartouche in the lower right corner, decorated with biblical figures including Moses holding the Tablets of the Law, alongside another ...

The Baltic coastline is prominently displayed, with maritime orientation reinforced by a large compass rose radiating across the sea. Visually, the map is enriched by a magnificent ...

It is focused on the modern day African countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Togo and Benin. A sea monster is seen in the Ethiopicus Ocean (the Gulf of Gui...

On either side of this are equally spaced opposing sea-monsters and on each corner is a more typical anthemion mount over acanthus.

These creatures share similarities to a 'Skolopendra', a giant sea monster said to be the Size of a Greek trireme / ship.

Expertly chiseled on 999/°° pure silver, it depicts a captivating narrative: a hidden treasure, a menacing sea monster, a majestic sailing ship, Poseidon, the god of the sea, and a m...

**Decorative Elements**: - The map includes several artistic details such as sea monsters, ships, and ornate cartouches. - A decorative compass rose can be seen, aiding in navi...

The subject of the painting, derived from Ovid’s Metamorphoses (Book IV, lines 663–752), is inspired by the myth of Princess Andromeda, daughter of King Cepheus of Ethiopia and Queen...

Mid-Century unique and wonderfully fun large painted papier mache carnival head. This "Green Monster" head resembles a sea creature or swamp monster who enjoys smoking from his tobac...

Andromeda’s graceful pose, the angel releasing her bonds, the distant figure of Perseus on Pegasus, and the sea monster emerging from the waves are all rendered with a confident shor...

Boucher’s work is filled with the adventurous spirit of early explorers, adorned with decorative elements like sea monsters, tall ships, and elaborate compass roses, creating a sense...

Sandy pulls out a surprise gift for the baby, a rubber sea monster that he purchased for $18.49. As Sandy struggles to inflate it, Lil cries “Oh you’ll burst!

In the Pacific Poseidon, with his wife Amphitrite and son Triton, is found, amidst battle ships and sea monsters. Elephants, rhinoceroses, camels, and ostriches roam the continent.

The same sobriety of composition is noted: in the foreground, Andromeda appears tied to the rocks, with the aerial silhouette of Perseus emerging to kill the sea monster. In the dist...

This work is also sometimes referred to as "Venus and Cupid riding two sea monsters, Cupid raises an arrow in his right hand, two heads representing wind in the clouds above".

Although in earlier times Nereus is occasionally found depicted in the guise of a sea monster, by the mid-6th century B.C. The iconography of him as a wise and honorable old man was ...

These plans were valuable for their detailed representation of urban layouts and fortifications. ### Artistic Style - **Decorative Elements**: De Wit's maps are renowned for their d...

Inset within a decorative border is a small map of "Baya de todos Sanctos". In the sea are monsters, a galleon and two compass roses.

Our popular imagination has an image of these two monsters of the sea battling at the surface. Unfortunately for the squid, this is probably near the end of the fight.

The central panel depicts sea creatures, sharks, flatfish, monster fish, sea horses, Neptune and mermaids, probably drawn from De la Cosmographie Universelle, livre III, engraving 15...