Deianira Collection

Hercules and Deïanira, 1696. Creator: Hendrick van Beaumont
Hercules and Deianira, 1696. Embracing

Nessus and Dejanira in Four Poses, and the Dying Nessus, 1830s. Creator: Hippolyte Lalaisse
Nessus and Dejanira in Four Poses, and the Dying Nessus, 1830s

Dejanire (Deianira) - example illustration of a ballet character
Dejanire (Deianira) - the illustration derives from the manuscript Ballets de Noverre by Jean-Georges Noverre, creation date 1766

The Flight of the Centaur Nessus with Dejanina, n. d. Creator: Francoise Verdier
The Flight of the Centaur Nessus with Dejanina, n.d

Hercules and Hyllus (colour litho)
957838 Hercules and Hyllus (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and Hyllus. Illustration of Greek vase painting.); © Look and Learn

Deianira and Nessus (colour litho)
957878 Deianira and Nessus (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deianira and Nessus. Illustration of Greek vase painting.); © Look and Learn

Hercules Killing Nessus, 1550. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
Hercules Killing Nessus, 1550

Terms of Hercules and Deianira, ca. 1531-76. ca. 1531-76. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Terms of Hercules and Deianira, ca. 1531-76

Bust of Hercules and Dejanira, ca. 1531-76. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Bust of Hercules and Dejanira, ca. 1531-76

Deianeira receiving the poisoned tunic from Nessus, and the wounded centaur falling to the ground at left, 1778

Heracles, Deianira and Nessus, ca 1580-1582. Artist: Spranger, Bartholomeus (1546-1611)
Heracles, Deianira and Nessus, ca 1580-1582. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

Hercules, Deianira and the Centaur Nessus, c. 1580. Artist: Spranger, Bartholomeus (1546-1611)
Hercules, Deianira and the Centaur Nessus, c. 1580. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

Nessus Deianira landscape centaur Nessus kidnaps
Nessus and Deianira, In a landscape, the centaur Nessus kidnaps the nymph Deianeira. On the left a river god, on the right a wind god, in the background two women at an altar, Hercules shoots Nessus

robbery Deianira centaur Nessus Hercules stands
The robbery of Deianira, Deianira is taken by the centaur Nessus. Hercules stands on the right and points his bow and arrow at the centaur

Landscape Deianira Deianeira Nessus
Landscape with Deianira [or, Deianeira] and Nessus

Hercules Deianira Deianeira
Hercules and Deianira [or, Deianeira]

Hercules Deianira Game Mythology Jeu de la Mythologie
Artokoloro

Hercules wrestles with Achelous, Cornelis Cort, Julius Goltzius, in or after 1563 - before 1595

Red-figure pottery, Pelike attributed to Siren Painter, detail of side with Heracles taking his son Hyllus
Greek civilization, 5th-4th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Pelike attributed to the Siren Painter. Detail of side A with Heracles taking his son Hyllus from Deianiras arms. From Athens

Fresco depicting Hercules, Deianira and Hyllus crossing river Evenus from Pompei, Italy, 1st century A. D
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Fresco depicting Hercules, Deianira and Hyllus crossing river Evenus. From Pompei, Italy

Iliad / Hecuba
The wife of Herakles, who hanged herself in remorse after sending a poisoned shirt to the husband of Iole, to punish her for making love with Herakles

Death of Herakles
The death of Herakles after absorbing the toxic blood of Nessus which was on his tunic, put there by his wife, Deianira, who thought it would help her regain his favour

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Deianira, a captivating ballet character, has been depicted in various artworks throughout history. In one illustration titled "The Flight of the Centaur Nessus with Dejanina, " created by Francoise Verdier, we witness the intense drama and movement that surrounds this mythical figure. Another piece, an oil on canvas painting called "The Rape of Dejanira, " portrays her as a victim of assault, highlighting the vulnerability she faced. In contrast to these distressing portrayals, there are also depictions showcasing Deianira's strength and resilience. For instance, in "Hercules Killing Nessus" by Heinrich Aldegrever, we see her husband Hercules triumphantly defeating the centaur who had previously tried to abduct her. This emphasizes their bond and Hercules' unwavering protection. Giulio Bonasone's works further explore the relationship between Hercules and Deianira. In his pieces such as "Terms of Hercules and Deianira" or "Bust of Hercules and Dejanira, " we observe their deep connection through intimate gestures and expressions. Additionally, Battista Franco Veneziano presents us with "The Abduction of Dejanira. " This artwork captures a pivotal moment in her story when she is forcibly taken away against her will. It serves as a reminder of the challenges she faced throughout her life.