Chimere Collection

The Wounded Chimera of Bellerophon, detail of the head, 5th century AD (bronze) (detail of 104198)
BEN104199 The Wounded Chimera of Bellerophon, detail of the head, 5th century AD (bronze) (detail of 104198); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Chimera (bronze)
XIR444214 Chimera (bronze) by Etruscan; 78.5x129 cm; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Chimere; ); out of copyright

Bellerophon fighting the Chimaera, 1895 (w / c on paper)
CHT163370 Bellerophon fighting the Chimaera, 1895 (w/c on paper) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; English, out of copyright

Bellerophon Riding Pegasus, c. 1746-47 (fresco)
FTB60838 Bellerophon Riding Pegasus, c.1746-47 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palazzo Labia, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Bellerophon, riding Pegasus, slaying the Chimaera, detail of the ceiling (fresco
FTB64555 Bellerophon, riding Pegasus, slaying the Chimaera, detail of the ceiling (fresco) (see also 64554) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palazzo Sandi-Porto (Cipollato)

Two gargoyles from the balustrade of the Grande Galerie of the west facade
ALI213261 Two gargoyles from the balustrade of the Grande Galerie of the west facade, replica of a 12th century original (stone) (b/w photo) by Viollet-le-Duc, Eugene Emmanuel (1814-79); Notre Dame

Rat fish, elephantfish and American paddlefish
Rat fish, Chimaera monstrosa, elephantfish, Callorhinchus callorynchus, and American paddlefish, Polyodon spathula (vulnerable)

Chimera, detail of the head (bronze)
XIR444217 Chimera, detail of the head (bronze) by Etruscan; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Chimere; ); out of copyright

Pan and Chimera (oil on panel)
CH402621 Pan and Chimera (oil on panel) by Merson, Luc-Oliver (1846-1920); 34x67 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pan et Chimere; ); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Bellerophon Fights the Chimaera, 1731 (engraving)
STC134107 Bellerophon Fights the Chimaera, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Chimera, 1866 (oil on panel)
3432959 The Chimera, 1866 (oil on panel) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 33x26.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La ChimAre); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Chimaera, 1908 (oil on board)
AGR145134 Chimaera, 1908 (oil on board) by Malczewski, Jacek (1854-1929); 40x32.5 cm; Private Collection; Agra Art, Warsaw, Poland; Polish, out of copyright

The Wounded Chimera of Bellerophon (bronze) (for detail see 104199)
BEN104198 The Wounded Chimera of Bellerophon (bronze) (for detail see 104199) by Etruscan; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; out of copyright

Portrait of Bishop John Robinson (1650-1723) c. 1711 (oil on canvas)
XCF268075 Portrait of Bishop John Robinson (1650-1723) c.1711 (oil on canvas) by Dahl, Michael (1656-1743); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishop of London and diplomatist; ); Swedish

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"Unleashing the Mythical Marvel: Chimera" Step into a world where ancient legends come alive through art. The captivating bronze sculpture of Chimera stands as a testament to its enduring allure. Bellerophon, the valiant hero, fearlessly battles this mythical creature in an awe-inspiring watercolor masterpiece from 1895. In another breathtaking fresco, Bellerophon soars atop Pegasus, their bond unbreakable as they triumph over the Chimaera's menacing presence. This vibrant depiction on the walls transports us back to c. 1746-47 when tales of bravery and mythical creatures captured imaginations. Delve deeper into mythology with a closer look at the intricately detailed stone gargoyles adorning the Grande Galerie's balustrade. These replicas pay homage to their 12th-century originals and serve as guardians against evil spirits. Venturing beyond land, Rat fish, elephantfish, and American paddlefish embody nature's own chimeras - fascinating creatures that blur boundaries between species. Their existence reminds us that wonders can be found even within our oceans' depths. The chimera itself takes center stage once more in a mesmerizing bronze sculpture capturing every intricate detail of its formidable head. Its enigmatic gaze leaves viewers spellbound by its mysterious allure. Pan dances alongside Chimera in an oil-on-panel masterpiece that merges mythological elements seamlessly with artistic expression. It serves as a reminder of how these fantastical beings have inspired creativity throughout history. Traveling further back in time, an engraving from 1731 immortalizes Bellerophon's heroic battle against Chimaera for eternity. The artist skillfully captures each moment filled with valor and determination. The journey concludes with two striking oil paintings - one from 1866 and another from 1908 - both showcasing different interpretations of Chimera's essence through color and brushstrokes. Each stroke brings forth emotions ranging from awe to fear, leaving viewers captivated by the artist's vision.