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Framed Print of Attic Black-Figure Olpe, about 510 BC. Creator: Chiusi Painter
Attic Black-Figure Olpe, about 510 BC. Pitcher with Herakles Wrestling Triton.
Additional Info: The Greek hero Herakles wrestles Triton, a fish-tailed being, on this Athenian black-figure olpe or pitcher. Herakles, identified by his lionskin, stands astride Triton, who writhes away from the hero, trying to break his grip. The figures are so closely intertwined that it is difficult to tell them apart. The battle of Herakles and Triton first appeared in Greek art about 565 BC and was especially popular in the period from about 530 to 510 BC No ancient author recorded the story of Herakles and Triton. This lack of literary sources for the depiction and the fact that it appears almost exclusively in Athenian art has led some to look for a special meaning in the scene. The mythological battle may have had symbolic political significance for the Athenians. The tyrants who ruled Athens in this period, Peisistratos and his sons, may have adopted Herakles as their symbol; and the scene may refer to a naval victory of Athens over her neighboring enemy, the city-state of Megara. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © Heritage Art/Heritage Images
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Media ID 41090643
6th Century Bc Athenian Athens Attic Black Figure Fight Greece Europe Heracles Herakles Hercules Mythical Beasts Mythical Creatures Mythical Figure Mythological Mythological Creature Mythological Figure Pitcher Terra Cotta Terracotta Triton
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.5cm x 24.4cm (6.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
