Home > Historic > Ancient civilizations > Ancient Greece > Trojan War
The Goddess Calypso rescues Ulysses, 1630. Artist: Poelenburgh, Cornelis, van (1594 / 95-1667)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
The Goddess Calypso rescues Ulysses, 1630. Artist: Poelenburgh, Cornelis, van (1594 / 95-1667)
The Goddess Calypso rescues Ulysses, 1630. Found in the collection of the Hallwylska Museet, Stockholm
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 14857252
© Fine Art Images
Calypso Cornelis Gods Homer Iliad Legend Nymph Nymphs Odysseus Odyssey Oil On Copper Poelenburgh Trojan War Troy Ulysses Ancient Greek Greek Mythology
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Baroque
> Arts
> Literature
> Europe
> Greece
> Related Images
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Ancient Greece
> Greek history
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Ancient Greece
> Greek mythology
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Ancient Greece
> Trojan War
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Goddess Calypso rescues Ulysses, a captivating masterpiece by Cornelis van Poelenburgh, transports us into the enchanting world of Greek mythology. This exquisite painting, dating back to 1630 and now housed in the prestigious Hallwylska Museet in Stockholm, captures a pivotal moment from Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. In this scene, we witness the divine intervention of Calypso, a nymph known for her beauty and powers of seduction. Ulysses (also known as Odysseus), the heroic protagonist of The Odyssey and veteran warrior from the Trojan War, finds himself stranded on Calypso's island after his long journey home is thwarted by treacherous seas. Van Poelenburgh's masterful brushstrokes bring to life the tension between these two characters. With delicate precision and vibrant colors that illuminate every detail, he portrays Calypso extending her hand towards Ulysses with an expression filled with compassion and longing. It is through her intervention that Ulysses will eventually find his way back to his beloved homeland. This painting not only showcases Van Poelenburgh's technical skill but also serves as a visual representation of ancient Greek literature and its enduring impact on art throughout history. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of the timeless allure of mythological tales and their ability to captivate our imagination across centuries.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
