Demigod Collection

The Scorpion Men from the Epic Of Gilgamesh (engraving)
3647842 The Scorpion Men from the Epic Of Gilgamesh (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scorpion Men from the Epic Of Gilgamesh)

Wall relief of Gilgamesh from the ruins of Dur-Sharrukin, capital city of the Assyrians at the time of King Sargon II
3647838 Wall relief of Gilgamesh from the ruins of Dur-Sharrukin, capital city of the Assyrians at the time of King Sargon II (engraving) by German School

Hercules strangling the serpents as a child, Casa dei Vettii, c. 50-79 AD (fresco)
ALG173541 Hercules strangling the serpents as a child, Casa dei Vettii, c.50-79 AD (fresco) by Roman, (1st century AD); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania

Hercules (chromolitho)
961318 Hercules (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules - Death of Hercules)

Ashura, from the 8th century, Nara Period, Kofukuji, 1950 (b / w photo)
423651 Ashura, from the 8th century, Nara Period, Kofukuji, 1950 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asura (Japanese)

The Satyr and the Peasant, possibly c. 1623 / 1626. Creator: Johann Liss
The Satyr and the Peasant, possibly c. 1623/1626

Demigod guarding the gateway, dating from the 10th century, Museum of Cham Sculpture, Danang, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Tibetan painting of the wheel of transmigratory existence
A Tibetan painting of the wheel of transmigratory existence. The images are, from the top clockwise: Gods, Demigods, tormented spirits, hells, animals, human

Death Of Diomedes
The Greek hero and demigod Heracles watches King Diomedes of Thrace being eaten by his own horses, during the completion of his famous Twelve Labours

Asclepius statue engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Statue of a warrior demigod, his face indicating wrath, one of the deva gods who guards Buddhist temples
JAPAN: WARRIOR STATUE. Statue of a warrior demigod, his face indicating wrath, one of the deva gods who guards Buddhist temples. Clay and painted lacquer, Japanese, 8th century A.D

Africa, Benin, Ouidah. Sacred Forest of Kapasse (aka Foret Sacree), statue of voodoo deity made from old car parts

Statue of 3-headed voodoo deity in Sacred Forest of Kapasse, Ouidah, Benin

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"Unveiling the Mythical Demigods: A Journey through Ancient Engravings and Art" Step into a world where mortals and gods intertwine, as we delve into the captivating realm of demigods. From the Scorpion Men of the Epic Of Gilgamesh to Hercules strangling serpents as a child, these mythical beings have left an indelible mark on ancient civilizations. Intricate engravings reveal the Wall relief of Gilgamesh, showcasing his majestic presence in the ruins of Dur-Sharrukin. The strength and power exuded by this demigod king are palpable, leaving us in awe of his legendary exploits. Moving forward in time, frescoes depict Hercules' early triumphs over adversity. Witnessing him strangle serpents with sheer determination at Casa dei Vettii transports us back to a time when heroes were born out of extraordinary circumstances. The ethereal beauty captured in chromolitho portrays Hercules' divine essence radiating through every fiber of his being. This representation serves as a testament to his status as one of mythology's most revered demigods. Venturing beyond Western mythology, we encounter Ashura from 8th-century Nara Period Japan. With its intricate black-and-white photograph, it showcases this Buddhist deity's complex nature - embodying both wrath and compassion within its divine form. Johann Liss takes us on an artistic journey with "The Satyr and the Peasant, " blurring boundaries between man and myth. This painting invites contemplation about our own place amidst these otherworldly creatures that once roamed freely across human imagination. As we explore further eastward, we discover a mesmerizing sculpture guarding gateways at Cham Sculpture Museum dating back to the 10th century. Its mere presence evokes reverence for these guardians who bridge realms unknown to mortal eyes.