Adult Offspring Collection

Illustration of Icarus and Daedalus

The return of the prodigal son, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665407 The return of the prodigal son, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The return of the prodigal son, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Emmeline Pankhurst (1857-1928), 1903 (b/w photo)
864233 Emmeline Pankhurst (1857-1928), 1903 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Emmeline Pankhurst (1857-1928) English suffragette, founder of Women's Franchise League (1889)

Illustration for Robinson Crusoe, c.1900 (print)
864136 Illustration for Robinson Crusoe, c.1900 (print); (add.info.: The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe)

Illustration of a Celtic home showing cooking cauldron hanging on a cross-beam from the wooden frame of the house, walls made from woven branches, thatched roof, people engaged in household jobs

Illustration of Noah and his three sons Shem, Ham, and Japheth constructing the Ark as his wife calls chosen animals using shofar

Cereal crops
Illustration of a bunch of cereal crops

Digital illustration of multi-generation family shown in silhouette

Illustration of Moses driving shepherds away from well so Jethros daughters can drink

Family walking on Tapeka Point, Russell, Northland Region, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Mother and adult son, formal portrait, in studio, (B&W), portrait

Four adults playing cards

Two women looking at wedding dress on mannequin

Portrait of two people made out of family imagery

Austria, Vienna, Triptych of the Crucifixion, 1440, oil on panel, detail the Crucifixion, central panel
Rogier van der Weyden (1399-1464), Triptych of the Crucifixion, 1440, oil on panel. Detail: the Crucifixion, central panel, 101x70 cm

Detail of marble stele depicting Timarista and his daughter Krito from Kamiros, Greece, 5th Century B. C
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Funerary monument. Detail of marble stele from Kamiros (Greece) depicting Timarista and his daughter Krito

Finland, Helsinki, Lemminkainens Mother
Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865-1931), Lemminkainens Mother, 1897, 85x118 cm

France, drawing of Loth and his daughters
F. A. Vincent, Loth and his Daughters

Marble statue of Asclepius, god of medicine, and his daughter Hygieia, goddess of health, from Mohamara Sidi-Bishr
Roman civilization. Marble statue of Asclepius, the god of medicine, and his daughter Hygieia, goddess of health. From Mohamara Sidi-Bishr

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"Exploring the Complexities of Adult Offspring: From Ancient Myths to Modern Realities" The tragic tale of Icarus and Daedalus serves as a cautionary reminder that even they are sometimes be consumed by their own ambitions. Parzival bidding farewell to his mother, Queen Herzeloyde, highlights the emotional struggle faced by both parents and adult children when it's time to let go and embark on separate journeys. Michelangelo's Pieta captures the timeless bond between a mother and her adult offspring, showcasing the profound grief that comes with losing a child. The Lamentation over dead Christ reminds us that no matter our age or accomplishments, we all rely on our families for support during times of sorrow and despair. An illustration of a Celtic home depicts how adult offspring continue to contribute within their family units, engaging in household jobs while maintaining strong ties to their roots. Noah's sons assisting him in constructing the Ark symbolizes the importance of intergenerational collaboration in facing life's challenges together as one cohesive unit. Cereal crops represent not only sustenance but also the passing down of agricultural knowledge from one generation to another – an essential aspect of adulthood within familial contexts. Nebuchadnezzar blinding Zedekiah while his sons lie dead signifies how power struggles can tear families apart, reminding us that even adults are not immune to tragedy caused by external forces. A digital illustration showcases multi-generation families standing united in silhouette, emphasizing how bonds between adult offspring and their parents endure through time despite changing circumstances. Moses driving away shepherds so Jethro's daughters can drink illustrates acts of protection carried out by adult children towards their aging parents – demonstrating love and respect across generations. A family walking along Tapeka Point in New Zealand exemplifies how shared experiences create lasting memories for adult offspring and their parents, fostering strong connections even as life moves forward.