Labyrinth Collection

Mappa Mundi, c. 1290 (vellum)
BAL62567 Mappa Mundi, c.1290 (vellum) by Richard of Haldingham (Richard de Bello) (fl.c.1260-1305); Hereford Cathedral, Herefordshire, UK; English, out of copyright

Troy Town maze, St. Agnes, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom, Europe

Maze, artwork
Maze, computer artwork

Centaur in Labyrinth
A centaur in a labyrinth

Maze, computer artwork

Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine and Rosamund Clifford
Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, wife of King Henry II, and Rosamund Clifford, the kings mistress, in Woodstock Park, Oxfordshire

The Story of Theseus, mid-15th century. Artist: Master of the Cassoni
The Story of Theseus, mid-15th century. Theseus lands on Crete from Athens and sets out to kill the Minotaur, the bull-headed monster which King Minos has had imprisoned in the labyrinth built by

Theseus and Minotaur
He fights - and slays - the Minotaur in the labyrinth of king Minos at his royal palace in Crete

The red labyrinth of Castel di Lucio seen from the drone, Nebrodi mountains, Messina province, Sicily, Italy

Aerial view of the labyrinth of Castel di Lucio, Castel di Lucio, Messina province, Nebrodi mountains, Sicily, Italy

Aerial view of the labyrinthine houses of the old town of Gangi, Palermo district, Sicily, Italy.

Aerial view of the labyrinthine houses of the old town of Gangi, Palermo district, Sicily, Italy.

Aerial view of the labyrinthine houses of the old town of Gangi, Palermo district, Sicily, Italy.

Rosamund's Bower (litho)
8672531 Rosamund's Bower (litho) by Green, Henry Hawes Craven (1837-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fair Rosamund, mistress of King Henry II. Rosamund's Bower, Act III, Scene 3)

Labyrinth on Duomo San Martino, Lucca, Italy. 12th-13th century
7264823 Labyrinth on Duomo San Martino, Lucca, Italy. 12th-13th century; San Martino Cathedral, Lucca, Italy; (add.info.: Labyrinth on cathedral portico)

Labyrinthe - tire du manuscrit de Boece "de consolatione plilosophiae", 14eme siecle
GIA5036803 Labyrinthe - tire du manuscrit de Boece "de consolatione plilosophiae", 14eme siecle.; (add.info.: Labyrinthe - tire du manuscrit de Boece "de consolatione)

Plan of the underground caves near Agioi-Deka, Gortyn, Crete, and entrance to the caves
FLO4569004 Plan of the underground caves near Agioi-Deka, Gortyn, Crete, and entrance to the caves. Believed to be the site of the mythical Labyrinth by Charles Robert Cockerell

Minimalist maze
Pictufy Studio II

Death of Icarus, 17th century (engraving)
3480571 Death of Icarus, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Death of Icarus. Engraving from 'Tableaux du temple des muses' (1655) by Michel de Marolles (1600 - 1681)

Outside the wood near Rosamund's Bower (litho)
8672545 Outside the wood near Rosamund's Bower (litho) by Green, Henry Hawes Craven (1837-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outside the wood near Rosamund's Bower, Act III, Scene 2)

the secret deal
Gilbert Claes

Into the Pit
Ofer Maor

Shelter of dreams
Ludmila Shumilova

Blue vision
Marc Huybrighs

No escape
Antonio Perrone

Meeting of grids
Jef Van den Houte

L'Entrée du Labyrinthe, 1679. Creator: Sebastien Le Clerc
L'Entree du Labyrinthe, 1679

Le Fil d'Ariane, c.1889. Creator: Henry Cros
Le Fil d'Ariane, c.1889. Ariadne's Thread. Greek mythology: the daughter of King Minos of Crete gives Theseus a ball of yarn to lay a trail as he sets out to kill the Minotaur

Maze
Martina

Minima | Six
Hamza Majeed Khan

Minima | Six
Hamza Majeed Khan

Minima | Six
Hamza Majeed Khan

Minima | Six
Hamza Majeed Khan

Minima | Six
Hamza Majeed Khan

Mirrored labyrinth panels at Gasholder Park, Kings Cross, London, England, UK

The Borges Labyrinth in San Giorgio Maggiore, Venice, Veneto, Italy

the labyrinth II
Gilbert Claes

Labyrinth
Franz Baumann

Lawns and hedges in the garden of Versailles France Paris, Versailles, garden. Date of Photograph:09/1991

7425693

A circular rock labyrinth, used for meditation, is found on the edge of the Pacific Ocean just north of San Francisco in the Marin Headlands

Ancient Greek Pottery of the Minotaur, c. 515- (black-figure pottery)
2622267 Ancient Greek Pottery of the Minotaur, c.515- (black-figure pottery) by Painter of London E342, (fl.c.475-450 BC); Private Collection; (add.info)

The pyramid of the "Labirinto della Masone "in Fontanellato, Parma, Italy
The pyramid of the " Labirinto della Masone " in Fontanellato, Parma, Italy. Home to the largest bamboo labyrinth in Europe

Mosaics at House of Theseus, Kato Pathos Archaeological Park, Pathos, Cyprus, Eastern Mediterranean Sea

Quinta da Bacalhoa gardens. This property dating back to the 15th century is located in Azeito, Setubal, Portugal

Sigurt√park, Valeggio sul Mincio, Verona, Veneto, Italy
Sigurt park, Valeggio sul Mincio, Verona, Veneto, Italy

The grid wall
Jef Van den Houte

Urban Maze
Alfonso Novillo

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"Labyrinth: A Journey through Time and Imagination" Step into the enchanting world of labyrinths, where history, art, and mythology intertwine. Dating back to the Mappa Mundi in 1290, a vellum masterpiece that captured the essence of labyrinthine paths, these intricate designs have fascinated humanity for centuries. From the Troy Town maze on St. Agnes Island in the Isles of Scilly to mesmerizing artwork depicting mazes, each labyrinth holds its own story waiting to be unraveled. Picture yourself wandering through a maze as you encounter a majestic centaur guarding its secrets within. Legend has it that even powerful queens like Eleanor of Aquitaine and Rosamund Clifford were captivated by labyrinths. Perhaps they sought solace or found inspiration within their winding corridors. The tale of Theseus battling the fearsome Minotaur in ancient Europe's French region echoes through time as an enduring symbol of courage and triumph over adversity. Meanwhile, British ballads sing about Fair Rosamond's hidden love affair concealed within a mysterious maze. In modern times, urban mazes have emerged as captivating architectural wonders. The Purple Maze stands tall with vibrant hues inviting exploration at every turn. Mirrored labyrinth panels at Gasholder Park in Kings Cross transport visitors into kaleidoscopic dimensions where reality blends with illusion. Whether you embark on a physical journey or delve into digital realms with computer-generated mazes, one thing remains certain – labyrinths hold an irresistible allure for those seeking adventure and self-discovery. As you navigate these perplexing pathways across time and continents, let your imagination run wild amidst the twists and turns that lie ahead. Embrace the mystery; embrace the beauty; embrace your inner explorer within this timeless realm called "Labyrinth.