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Prometheus Tortured By A Vulture

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Antique print from Les Temple Des Muses:Prometheus Tortured By A Vulture
Prometheus Tortured By A Vulture
  • Availability: 1
  • Artist / Collection: Bernard Picart
  • Product Code: FRP33858
US$195.00

Prometheus Tortured By A Vulture

48.5 x 32 cm (19.1 x 12.6 inches).
Prometheus Tortured By A Vulture
This spectacular baroque engraving is from Bernard Picart's Le Temple Des Muses.
The engraving was made in 1733, is from the first edition and is an original antique. It has captions in French, English, German, and Dutch.
It is in very good condition for its age.
In Greek mythology, Prometheus was a Titan. He stole the gift of fire and gave it to men. As punishment, Zeus had Prometheus chained to the summit of Mount Caucasus. A vulture ate his liver everyday. Each night his liver renewed, creating a continual punishment. Eventually Hercules killed the eagle and broke Prometheus's chains.

Style
Date Made 1700s
Paper Size ~19.1 x 12.6 inches (48.5 x 32 cm)
Shape Portrait
Main Color Black/White
Size Category 41 to 50 cm [16 to 20 inches]