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Polypheme Collection

"Polypheme: A Mythological Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Revenge" In the captivating painting "Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, 1829 (oil on canvas)

Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, 1829 (oil on canvas)
1765773 Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, 1829 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 132.7x203.2 cm; (add.info)

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Olympia seduced by Jupiter, Polyphemus guarding Acis and Galatea

Olympia seduced by Jupiter, Polyphemus guarding Acis and Galatea, Pasiphae entering the cow constructed by Daedalus
ALG154704 Olympia seduced by Jupiter, Polyphemus guarding Acis and Galatea, Pasiphae entering the cow constructed by Daedalus, from the Sala di Amore e Psiche

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The Triumph of Galatea, 16th century (red chalk on paper)

The Triumph of Galatea, 16th century (red chalk on paper)
AMO271499 The Triumph of Galatea, 16th century (red chalk on paper) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Polyphemus attacking sailors in their boat, 1855 (oil on canvas)

Polyphemus attacking sailors in their boat, 1855 (oil on canvas)
PWI82886 Polyphemus attacking sailors in their boat, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Decamps, Alexandre Gabriel (1803-60); 98x145 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Cup depicting Ulysses and his Companions Blinding Polyphemus (ceramic) (b / w photo

Cup depicting Ulysses and his Companions Blinding Polyphemus (ceramic) (b / w photo
XIR196958 Cup depicting Ulysses and his Companions Blinding Polyphemus (ceramic) (b/w photo) (see also in colour FLA 168743) by Greek, (6th century BC); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Polyphemus the Cyclops, Roman mosaic, early 4th century AD (mosaic)

Polyphemus the Cyclops, Roman mosaic, early 4th century AD (mosaic)
BAL67907 Polyphemus the Cyclops, Roman mosaic, early 4th century AD (mosaic) by Roman; Villa Romana del Casale, Piazza Armerina, Sicily, Italy; out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The Galleria Carracci (Carracci Hall) detail of Polyphemus and Galatea

The Galleria Carracci (Carracci Hall) detail of Polyphemus and Galatea
BEN107146 The Galleria Carracci (Carracci Hall) detail of Polyphemus and Galatea, 1597-1604 (fresco) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Palazzo Farnese, Rome

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Ulysses Blinding Polyphemus the Cyclops, frieze representing scenes from the Quests of Ulysses

Ulysses Blinding Polyphemus the Cyclops, frieze representing scenes from the Quests of Ulysses (fresco) (b / w photo)
ALI117688 Ulysses Blinding Polyphemus the Cyclops, frieze representing scenes from the Quests of Ulysses (fresco) (b/w photo) by Tibaldi, Pellegrino (1527-96); Palazzo dell Universita, Bologna

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Polyphemus, from The Childrens Hour: Stories from the Classics

Polyphemus, from The Childrens Hour: Stories from the Classics
IL262829 Polyphemus, from The Childrens Hour: Stories from the Classics, published by the Waverley Book Company (colour litho) by Brock

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The Triumph of Galatea (red chalk on pale buff paper)

The Triumph of Galatea (red chalk on pale buff paper)
1216737 The Triumph of Galatea (red chalk on pale buff paper) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after); 57x43.3 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco) (detail of 56473)

The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco) (detail of 56473)
3114483 The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco) (detail of 56473) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); 300x220 cm; Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Acis and Galetea Hiding from the Giant Polyphemus (oil on canvas)

Acis and Galetea Hiding from the Giant Polyphemus (oil on canvas)
PWI91024 Acis and Galetea Hiding from the Giant Polyphemus (oil on canvas) by Perrier, Francois (Bourguignon) (1590-1650); 97x133 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The giant Polyphemus with Galatea and the herdsman Acis, from the Sala di Amore e Psiche

The giant Polyphemus with Galatea and the herdsman Acis, from the Sala di Amore e Psiche
BEN78446 The giant Polyphemus with Galatea and the herdsman Acis, from the Sala di Amore e Psiche, 1528 (fresco) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (and workshop); Palazzo del Te, Mantua

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Galatea, detail of mermen and dolphins, 1506 (fresco) (detail of 56473)

Galatea, detail of mermen and dolphins, 1506 (fresco) (detail of 56473)
BEN108063 Galatea, detail of mermen and dolphins, 1506 (fresco) (detail of 56473) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The Odyssey, detail of Polythemus, 1554-56 (fresco)

The Odyssey, detail of Polythemus, 1554-56 (fresco)
ALI169135 The Odyssey, detail of Polythemus, 1554-56 (fresco) by Tibaldi, Pellegrino (1527-96); Palazzo Poggi, Bologna, Italy; Alinari

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco) (detail of 56473)

The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco) (detail of 56473)
XIR416501 The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco) (detail of 56473) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); 300x220 cm; Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, detail of ship, 1829 (oil on canvas) (detail of 889)

Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, detail of ship, 1829 (oil on canvas) (detail of 889)
BAL99614 Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, detail of ship, 1829 (oil on canvas) (detail of 889) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); National Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco)

The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco)
XIR56473 The Triumph of Galatea, 1512-14 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); 300x220 cm; Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Odysseus

Odysseus
BAL47660 Odysseus by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Polyphemus (black chalk on paper)

Polyphemus (black chalk on paper)
XKH179019 Polyphemus (black chalk on paper) by Tibaldi, Pellegrino (1527-96); 44.5x31.2 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; Italian, out of copyright

Background imagePolypheme Collection: Ulysses Escaping from Polyphemus the Cyclops, engraved by I. G. Walker, 1808 (engraving)

Ulysses Escaping from Polyphemus the Cyclops, engraved by I. G. Walker, 1808 (engraving)
XJF105441 Ulysses Escaping from Polyphemus the Cyclops, engraved by I.G. Walker, 1808 (engraving) (b&w photo) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli)


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"Polypheme: A Mythological Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Revenge" In the captivating painting "Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus, " we witness the cunning hero mocking the one-eyed Cyclops, a scene filled with tension and defiance. Meanwhile, in "Olympia seduced by Jupiter, " we are transported to a moment of forbidden passion between the king of gods and a mortal woman. The fresco "Polyphemus guarding Acis and Galatea" portrays the jealous giant keeping watch over his beloved nymphs, highlighting his possessiveness and desire for control. A fascinating myth unfolds in "Pasiphae entering the cow constructed by Daedalus. " This peculiar tale reveals Pasiphae's unconventional love for a bull as she enters its disguise created by Daedalus himself. "The Triumph of Galatea" enchants us with its delicate red chalk strokes on paper, capturing the beauty and grace of this sea nymph who triumphs over adversity. In contrast, "Polyphemus attacking sailors in their boat" depicts a terrifying encounter at sea as desperate sailors face off against an enraged Cyclops. The intensity is palpable in this dramatic oil painting. A striking ceramic cup showcases Ulysses blinding Polyphemus while his companions look on. This powerful image immortalizes their daring escape from captivity. Roman mosaic art comes alive with an early 4th-century depiction of Polyphemus as he looms large among intricate patterns. It reminds us of ancient craftsmanship that still captivates today. Within Carracci Hall's grandeur lies a detail featuring Polyphemus and Galatea—a testament to their enduring presence within classical mythology. "Frieze representing scenes from the Quests of Ulysses" presents another black-and-white photo showcasing Ulysses' resourcefulness as he blinds Polyphemus—an act crucial to his journey home. "The Children's Hour.