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Cyclopes Collection

"Cyclopes: Mythical Giants and Enigmatic Creatures" In the realm of ancient mythology, They have captivated our imagination for centuries

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Cyclopes Collection: Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, 1829 (oil on canvas)
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Cyclopes Collection: Silky anteater, Cyclopes didactylus, and giant
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Cyclopes Collection: Silky anteater and black tamandua
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Cyclopes Collection: Ulysses deriding Polyphemus, 1829. Artist: Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851)
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Cyclopes Collection: DDE-90204663
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Cyclopes Collection: Vulcanos forge, the Zodiac sign of the Libra and the three decans, Hall of the Months
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Cyclopes Collection: Vulcan and the Cyclopes (colour litho)
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Cyclopes Collection: Apollo in the forge of Vulcan (oil on canvas)
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Cyclopes Collection: The Galleria Carracci (Carracci Hall) detail of Polyphemus and Galatea
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Cyclopes Collection: Hephaestus and Cyclopes forging the shield of Achilles (marble) (b / w photo)
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Cyclopes Collection: Silky anteater or pygmy anteater, Cyclopes didactylus
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Cyclopes Collection: Polyphemus the giant son of Poseidon and Thoosa in Greek mythology
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Cyclopes Collection: Hephaestus and the three Cyclopes (engraving)
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Cyclopes Collection: Acis and Galetea Hiding from the Giant Polyphemus (oil on canvas)
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Cyclopes Collection: Polyphemus, 1512 (fresco)
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Cyclopes Collection: Polyphemus, the Cyclops, 1929 (litho)
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Cyclopes Collection: Stories from Virgil - Vulcan and the Cyclopes
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Cyclopes Collection: Polyphemus, Acis and Galatea, 1867-1944. Creator: Roussel, Ker-Xavier (1867-1944)
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Cyclopes Collection: Galatea and Polyphemus, 1st century. Creator: Roman-Pompeian wall painting
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Cyclopes Collection: Odysseus and Polyphemus, 1896. Artist: Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901)
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Cyclopes Collection: Acis and Galatea, 1761
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Cyclopes Collection: Galatea and Polyphemus
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Cyclopes Collection: Landscape with Acis and Galatea, 1657. Artist: Lorrain, Claude (1600-1682)
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Cyclopes Collection: Apollo killing the Cyclops (Fresco from Villa Aldobrandini), 1617-1618
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Cyclopes Collection: Engraving depicting Polyphemus, the giant son of Poseidon and Thoosa in Greek mythology
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Cyclopes Collection: Odysseus offering wine to Polyphemus. Mosaic. 3rd-4rd centur
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Cyclopes Collection: The Cyclops, c. 1914 (oil on canvas)
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Cyclopes Collection: Great anteater, three-banded armadillo
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Cyclopes Collection: Little anteater or silky anteater, Cyclopes didactylus
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Cyclopes Collection: Master FG after Francesco Primaticcio (German, active 1534-1537), Vulcan and the

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"Cyclopes: Mythical Giants and Enigmatic Creatures" In the realm of ancient mythology, They have captivated our imagination for centuries. From Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus to Apollo in the forge of Vulcan, these one-eyed giants have left an indelible mark on art and literature. One such masterpiece is Joseph Mallord William Turner's "Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus" painted in 1829. The oil on canvas depicts the cunning Odysseus taunting the mighty Cyclops, showcasing their epic clash of wits and strength. But it's not just in paintings that we find references to these fascinating creatures. In a mosaic from the 3rd-4th century, we see Odysseus offering wine to Polyphemus, highlighting their encounter during his perilous journey back home. The influence extends beyond classical tales as well. In Vulcanos Forge fresco, we witness Hephaestus and Cyclopes forging Achilles' shield while Libra and its three decans adorn the background - a celestial connection with these mythical beings. Even nature has its own version of cyclopean wonders. Meet Silky anteater or pygmy anteater (Cyclopes didactylus), a small creature known for its silky fur and unique physical features reminiscent of those legendary giants. As we delve into history's rich tapestry, it becomes clear that they can more than mere figments of imagination; they embody power, mystery, and creativity. Whether depicted in lithographs or marble sculptures like Hephaestus and Cyclopes forging Achilles' shield or seen within Carracci Hall's intricate details—Polyphemus alongside Galatea—they continue to fascinate us with their enigmatic presence.