Mythical Beasts Collection (#3)

Celebration of the 100th performance of Ichikawa Danjuro (image 2 of 2), 1898. Creator: Toyohara Kunichika
Celebration of the 100th performance of Ichikawa Danjuro (image 2 of 2), 1898. Alternate Title: Ichikawa Danjuro Engeki Hyakuban

Capital with Winged Lion, 2nd century. Creator: Unknown
Capital with Winged Lion, 2nd century

Kobayakawa Takakage Debating with the Tengu on Mount Hiko, 1892. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Kobayakawa Takakage Debating with the Tengu on Mount Hiko, 1892. From New Forms of the Thirty-six Ghosts

Glaucus and Scylla, c1661. Creator: Salvator Rosa
Glaucus and Scylla, c1661

Jason and the Dragon, between circa 1663 and circa 1664. Creator: Salvator Rosa
Jason and the Dragon, between circa 1663 and circa 1664

Sojobo: King of the Tengu, 1810s. Creator: Katsukawa Shuntei
Sojobo: King of the Tengu, 1810s

Satyr Attacking Two Nude Bathers, 18th century. Creator: Giovanni Battista Cipriani
Satyr Attacking Two Nude Bathers, 18th century

Lerna, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Lerna, 1587. From Nymphs, pl. 9

Puck on Pegasus, 1861. Creator: George Cruikshank
Puck on Pegasus, 1861

Hercules and the Hydra of Lerna, 1608. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
Hercules and the Hydra of Lerna, 1608. From The Labors of Hercules, pl. 3

Hercules and Cerberus, 1608. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
Hercules and Cerberus, 1608. From The Labors of Hercules, pl. 11

Mercury, c1585. Creator: Johann Sadeler I
Mercury, c1585. From The Seven Planets, pl. 6

Mermaids Under Water, 1874. Creator: Felix Francois Georges Philibert Ziem
Mermaids Under Water, 1874

Miyamoto Musashi Slashing a Bat, 1867. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Miyamoto Musashi Slashing a Bat, 1867. Series: Beauty and Valor in the Novel Suikoden

Marriage for Money, c1594. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Marriage for Money, c1594. From The Marriage Trilogy, pl. 2

Andromeda, 1601. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Andromeda, 1601

Amphitrite, Late 1580s. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Amphitrite, Late 1580s. From Gods and Goddesses

Yoshitsune Training with the Tengu Sojobo, 1863. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
Yoshitsune Training with the Tengu Sojobo, 1863

Seated Arhat (Nahan), Probably Panthaka (Pant'aga) with a Dragon, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Seated Arhat (Nahan), Probably Panthaka (Pant'aga) with a Dragon, 19th century

Altar Attendant (Tongja) Holding a Phoenix (image 1 of 4), 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Attendant (Tongja) Holding a Phoenix (image 1 of 4), 18th century

Pair of Phoenixes, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Phoenixes, 18th century

Untitled (Sphinx and Pyramid), c.1860. Creator: Felice Beato
Untitled (Sphinx and Pyramid), c.1860

Chinese Gong, Late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Chinese Gong, Late 18th-early 19th century

Coiled Dragon, First half of 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Coiled Dragon, First half of 19th century

Tengu, early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Tengu, early 19th century

Chinese Boy (karako) Holding Candlestick with Raised Dragon, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Chinese Boy (karako) Holding Candlestick with Raised Dragon, 19th century

Dragon Standing on Clouds, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Dragon Standing on Clouds, 19th century

Dragon, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Dragon, 19th century

Powder Primer Flask (image 1 of 2), Late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Powder Primer Flask (image 1 of 2), Late 17th century

Perseus and Andromeda, 1597. Creator: Jacob Matham
Perseus and Andromeda, 1597

Buddha Shakyamuni Sheltered by the Serpent King Muchalinda, Late 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni Sheltered by the Serpent King Muchalinda, Late 13th century

Dragon-Fish, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Dragon-Fish, 18th century

Dragon Seal, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Dragon Seal, 18th century

Water, c1588. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Water, c1588. Series: The Four Elements, pl. 2

Entry of M. de Couvonge and M. de Chalabre, 1627. Creator: Jacques Callot
Entry of M. de Couvonge and M. de Chalabre, 1627. Series: Le Combat a la barriere

Kirin and Immortal, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Kirin and Immortal, 18th century

Seal Carved as Kirin, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Seal Carved as Kirin, 18th century

Dragon (image 2 of 2), 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Dragon (image 2 of 2), 18th century

Dragon (image 1 of 2), 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Dragon (image 1 of 2), 18th century

Le vieux garçon, 1833. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le vieux garcon, 1833. The old boy. Si je me mariais?...vaut mieux tard que jamais!...celle ci m'aime, celle la aussi...elle ne se moquent pas de moi? oh! non'

Two Chimerical Animals Fighting, 1610. Creator: Hendrick Hondius I
Two Chimerical Animals Fighting, 1610. Series: Battling Animals, pl. 21

A Chimerical Animal Chasing Other Animals, 1610. Creator: Hendrick Hondius I
A Chimerical Animal Chasing Other Animals, 1610. From Battling Animals, pl. 24

A Centaur Attacking a Satyr, 1610. Creator: Hendrick Hondius I
A Centaur Attacking a Satyr, 1610. From Battling Animals, pl. 19

A Tiger Fighting a Centaur, 1610. Creator: Hendrick Hondius I
A Tiger Fighting a Centaur, 1610. From Battling Animals, pl. 18

Oedipe chez le Sphinx, 1842. Creator: Honore Daumier
Oedipe chez le Sphinx, 1842. Oedipus and the Sphinx. Ce vilain animal a tete d'antiquaire, Lui dit: Pourquoi, monsieur, ne faut-il pas compter Sur une pyramide

A Unicorn Chasing Lizards from a Pond, 1610. Creator: Hendrick Hondius I
A Unicorn Chasing Lizards from a Pond, 1610. From Battling Animals, title plate

Pan Pursuing Syrinx, Who Is Changed into a Reed, published 1589. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Pan Pursuing Syrinx, Who Is Changed into a Reed, published 1589. From Metamorphoses by Ovid, book 1, plate 18

Neptune Pursuing Coronis, Who is Changed into a Crow, published 1590. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Neptune Pursuing Coronis, Who is Changed into a Crow, published 1590. From Metamorphoses by Ovid, book 2, plate 13

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"Mythical Beasts: A Captivating Journey Through Time and Imagination" Step into a world where reality intertwines with fantasy, as mythical beasts come to life in the most extraordinary ways. From ancient legends to timeless tales, these captivating creatures have captured the hearts and minds of generations. In Sakata Kintoki Wrestling with a Tengu, c. 1715/18 by Torii Kiyomasu I, we witness an epic battle between man and myth. The fearless warrior grapples with a formidable tengu, showcasing the power and bravery required to conquer such supernatural beings. Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream (Act 4, Scene 1), November 1857 transports us to a realm where fairies reign supreme. Amidst enchanting woods filled with mischief and magic, we glimpse the mischievous antics of ethereal beings that blur the line between dreams and reality. Max Klinger's Bear and Elf (Bar und Elfe): pl. 1 published in 1881 invites us into a whimsical encounter between two unlikely companions. This delightful illustration reminds us that even in the realm of mythical creatures, friendships can blossom against all odds. Le Premier Volume de la bible en francoiz historiee et nouvellement imprimee from ca. 1501 unveils biblical narratives intertwined with fantastical elements. Here we find ourselves immersed in stories where angels descend from heavens or demons rise from depths unknown - reminding us of humanity's eternal fascination with divine encounters. Jan Muller's Hercules Slaying the Hydra transports us back to Greek mythology as we witness one of Hercules' greatest triumphs over this fearsome multi-headed serpent-like creature. With every strike of his mighty sword, he showcases both strength and cunning necessary for overcoming seemingly insurmountable challenges. Recovering the Stolen Jewel from the Palace of Dragon King takes us on an exhilarating quest through Japanese folklore.