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Two Chimerical Animals Fighting, 1610. Creator: Hendrick Hondius I
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Two Chimerical Animals Fighting, 1610. Creator: Hendrick Hondius I
Two Chimerical Animals Fighting, 1610. Series: Battling Animals, pl. 21
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a captivating etching from the 1610s by the renowned Flemish artist Hendrick Hondius I, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the mythological world of ancient Greece. This striking image, part of Hondius's "Battling Animals" series (plate 21), showcases two chimerical animals locked in an intense battle, their fantastical forms a testament to the boundless creativity of the artist. The left creature, resembling a dragon with the body of a lion and the head of a goat, unleashes a fierce roar as it claws at its adversary. The right beast, a chimaera with the body of a goat, the head of a lion, and the tail of a serpent, retaliates with a powerful bite. The animals' mythological origins are rooted in Greek mythology, where they were believed to terrorize the land and were eventually slain by heroes. Hondius masterfully captures the raw power and intensity of the animals' struggle, their forms rendered in intricate detail through the medium of etching. The black and white contrast of the image adds to the dramatic effect, further emphasizing the animals' chimerical nature and the otherworldly atmosphere of the scene. This work of art, created during the 16th or 17th century, is a testament to Hondius's skill and his deep understanding of the mythological traditions of his time. Today, it is housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where it continues to inspire awe and fascination in viewers, offering a glimpse into the rich and imaginative world of mythological creatures and the artistic vision of one of the greatest masters of the Flemish school.
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