Title
Chimera
Caption
The Chimera was, according to Greek mythology, a monstrous fire-breathing hybrid creature of Lycia in Asia Minor. The Chimera finally was defeated by Bellerophon, with the help of Pegasus. Bellerophon shot the Chimera from the air, safe from her heads and breath. Engraving depicting Jason and the Argonauts from 'Tableaux du temple des muses' (1655) by Michel de Marolles (1600 - 1681), known as the abbé de Marolles; a French churchman and translator.
Date
17th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP23A10_044
License type
Rights managed
Available size
60,0Mb (4,8Mb) / 12,6in x 18,5in / 3785 x 5540 (300dpi)