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Oedipus and the sphinx (colour litho)
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Oedipus and the sphinx (colour litho)
6000268 Oedipus and the sphinx (colour litho) by Scheiner, Artus (1863-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oedipus and the sphinx. Illustration from Pohadky Staroveke (Ancient Myths), by Frantisek Ruth (Solc a Simecek, Prague, c1920).); © Look and Learn
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This colour litho print titled "Oedipus and the Sphinx" takes us on a journey into the realm of ancient Greek mythology. The artwork, created by Artus Scheiner (1863-1938), showcases the encounter between Oedipus and this monstrous and fantastical creature known as the Sphinx. The image depicts a moment of intense confrontation as Oedipus stands before the Sphinx, its magnificent yet terrifying presence looming over him. With its lion's body, human head, and wings spread wide, the Sphinx embodies both awe-inspiring wonder and bone-chilling fear. In this legendary tale, Oedipus must solve a riddle posed by the Sphinx to save his own life. As he gazes into her mysterious eyes, one can almost feel the weight of this deadly challenge hanging in the air. Will he succeed or fall victim to her insatiable hunger? The artist masterfully captures every intricate detail of this mythical scene - from Oedipus' determined expression to each sinewy muscle on the sphinx's body. Through vibrant colours and meticulous craftsmanship, Scheiner brings this timeless story to life. As we gaze upon this extraordinary print, we are transported back in time to an era filled with legends and gods. It serves as a reminder of humanity's fascination with these larger-than-life characters who continue to captivate our imagination even today.
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