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Mythical creatures: centaur, chimera, Greek sphinx and Egyptian sphinx, Gryllus and Sirene - Mythical creatures: centaur 1, chimera 2, Greek sphinx 3, Egyptian sphinx 4, gryllus 5 and siren 6
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Mythical creatures: centaur, chimera, Greek sphinx and Egyptian sphinx, Gryllus and Sirene - Mythical creatures: centaur 1, chimera 2, Greek sphinx 3, Egyptian sphinx 4, gryllus 5 and siren 6
FLO4576827 Mythical creatures: centaur, chimera, Greek sphinx and Egyptian sphinx, Gryllus and Sirene - Mythical creatures: centaur 1, chimera 2, Greek sphinx 3, Egyptian sphinx 4, gryllus 5 and siren 6. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Johann Christian Wilhelm Waitz from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792.; (add.info.: Mythical creatures: centaur, chimera, Greek sphinx and Egyptian sphinx, Gryllus and Sirene - Mythical creatures: centaur 1, chimera 2, Greek sphinx 3, Egyptian sphinx 4, gryllus 5 and siren 6. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Johann Christian Wilhelm Waitz from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792.); © Florilegius
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This print showcases a collection of mythical creatures from various ancient civilizations, each with its own unique characteristics and symbolism. The centaur, a half-human, half-horse being, represents the duality of man's nature - both civilized and wild. The chimera, a creature with the body of a lion, head of a goat, and tail of a serpent, embodies chaos and unpredictability.
The Greek sphinx is depicted as a winged lion with the head of a woman, known for posing riddles to travelers on their journey. In contrast, the Egyptian sphinx is portrayed as having the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh or deity, symbolizing strength and wisdom.
The gryllus is an intriguing creature resembling both human and insect features - perhaps representing transformation or metamorphosis in ancient mythology. Lastly, the siren is depicted as an enchanting female figure with wings - luring sailors to their demise with her mesmerizing song.
Each mythical creature in this print serves as a reminder of humanity's fascination with fantastical beings throughout history. From tales passed down through generations to artistic interpretations like this engraving from 1792, these creatures continue to captivate our imagination and spark curiosity about worlds beyond our own.
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