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Bellerophon fights the Chimera, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
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Bellerophon fights the Chimera, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Bellerophon fights the Chimera, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere
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Bellerophon Confronts the Fearsome Chimera - A Legendary Battle in Monochrome
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. This print, titled "Bellerophon fights the Chimera" transports us back to 17th-century France. Created by renowned artist Michel de Marolles as part of his Tableaux du Temple des Muses collection in 1655, this engraving showcases a monumental clash between Bellerophon, a heroic figure from Greek mythology, and the terrifying Chimera. In this scene of epic warfare, we witness Bellerophon mounted on the legendary winged horse Pegasus. With sword raised high and determination etched upon his face, he fearlessly confronts the monstrous creature with multiple heads – lion, goat, and serpent – that spews fire from its mouth. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings every element to life; from the muscular physique of our hero astride his majestic steed to each intricately engraved scale on the fearsome beast. The composition exudes an air of heroism and valor as Bellerophon battles against all odds. This print serves as a testament to both Marolles' artistic prowess and his deep understanding of Greek mythology. It captures not only a momentous battle but also embodies timeless themes such as bravery in combat and mankind's eternal struggle against formidable adversaries. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of seventeenth-century art media preserved within Jean Claude Carriere's collection today, we are reminded of humanity's enduring fascination with legends that
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