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Engraving depicting the Roman God Saturn (Greek Cronus), who devoured all his children save Neptune, Pluto and Jupiter who deposed him
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Engraving depicting the Roman God Saturn (Greek Cronus), who devoured all his children save Neptune, Pluto and Jupiter who deposed him
5309150 Engraving depicting the Roman God Saturn (Greek Cronus), who devoured all his children save Neptune, Pluto and Jupiter who deposed him; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Roman God Saturn (Greek Cronus), who devoured all his children save Neptune, Pluto and Jupiter who deposed him. He holds a scythe signifying Time, the Reaper, and his role as god of seedtime and harvest. In his left hand is an Ourobos or tail eating serpent symbolising the eternal cycle of destruction and recreation. Dated 18th century
01/02/1798); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38109652
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving depicts the Roman God Saturn, also known as Cronus in Greek mythology, who famously devoured all of his children except for Neptune, Pluto, and Jupiter. These three siblings eventually overthrew their father and took control of the heavens.
In the image, Saturn is shown holding a scythe symbolizing Time and his role as the god of seedtime and harvest. In his other hand, he holds an Ouroboros serpent eating its own tail, representing the eternal cycle of destruction and recreation.
The intricate details in this 18th-century engraving bring to life the ancient mythological figure with lightning bolts surrounding him, emphasizing his power over weather and meteorology. The scene captures a moment of both awe and fear towards this supreme deity who once ruled over heaven.
As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of the complex narratives woven into ancient Greek and Roman mythology. The story of Saturn serves as a cautionary tale about power dynamics within divine realms and the inevitable rise and fall of even the mightiest gods.
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