Jason and Medea (1907 CE)
This evocative artwork captures a pivotal moment between the hero Jason and the sorceress Medea.
Tag Mythology
Inspired by myths and legends, from sculptures of gods to illustrated tales. This category brings to life the fantastical stories that shaped ancient beliefs and artistic expression.
Vikramditya (1843 CE)
This artwork portrays the legendary Indian king Vikramaditya, a figure celebrated in Indian folklore for his wisdom, justice, and valor.
Akua’ba Figurine (Late 19th Century CE)
A woman named Akua, struggling with infertility, sought guidance from a priest who instructed her to commission a wooden figurine of a girl.
Loki (1765 CE)
This colorful artwork captures Loki in his mythological role as a cunning fugitive, blending medieval-inspired imagery with the naive charm of folk art.
Qilin Statue (1420–1450 CE)
This artifact not only showcases Ming Dynasty artistry but also invites us to explore how ancient myths like the qilin were woven into imperial symbolism to promote moral and political ideals.
The Temptation of Sir Percieval (1894 CE)
This dramatic work portrays in a pivotal moment in the quest for the Holy Grail, where the virtuous knight Sir Percieval faces a seductive temptation from a demonic figure disguised as a beautiful woman.
Souls On The Banks of the Acheron (1898 CE)
Drawing from Greek mythology, as depicted in Homer’s Odyssey and Virgil’s Aeneid, the work portrays the river Acheron as the boundary between life and death, with Hermes Psychopompos guiding souls to their final passage.
Leshy Figurine (Early 20th Century CE)
In Eastern European folklore, the leshy is a forest spirit, often depicted as a guardian of nature with a deep connection to the cycles of life.
Thor’s Fight With The Giants (1872 CE)
Thor, wielding his iconic hammer Mjölnir, surges forward in his goat-drawn chariot, embodying strength and determination.
Odin The Wanderer (1886 CE)
By depicting Odin in his wanderer guise—a contemplative, isolated figure rather than a warlike deity—von Rosen aligned with Symbolist trends emphasizing inner turmoil and existential quests.
The Queen of Sheba In Front of King Solomon (1435 CE)
Set against a shimmering golden background, the painting portrays a moment of intellectual exchange and cultural dialogue, rendered with Witz’s distinctive blend of Gothic stylization and early Renaissance realism.
Female Sphinx (Early 1st century CE)
This female sphinx, an architectural fragment from the Nabataean city of Petra in Jordan, serves as a window into a lost world of hybrid creatures and divine protectors.
Oh, What A Little Pipsqueak! Cried The Troll (1912 CE)
This artwork vividly captures a dramatic moment from Smedberg’s fairy tale The boy who was never afraid, where the fearless boy Nisse confronts a towering troll in its cave.
Freja (1917 CE)
With his wife, Esther Ellqvist as the model, the painting exudes a powerful yet intimate depiction of Freja, drawing viewers into the rich tapestry of Norse mythology.
The Boy Who Was Never Afraid (1912 CE)
This iconic artwork depicts a young boy who was never afraid, Nisse, riding a white horse, surrounded by mythical creatures in an enchanted forest.