Greek Mosaic Wall Panel Depicting Tereus
£7,475.00
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Greek Mosaic Wall Panel Depicting Tereus
£7,475.00
Dating from the 1960s, this spectacular mosaic wall panel depicts King of ancient Greek mythology Tereus confronted with the head of his son, Itys. It is beautifully made in Roman style, small tessera mosaic tiles used to create intricate details and fitted within a steel frame. Measuring 176 by 167 cm, this large Greek mosaic art is an outstanding feature piece for an interior wall, particularly those inspired by Greek or Italian influences. A famed 17th century interpretation of the scene exists, painted by Flemish and baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens in the 1630s.
The Story of Tereus, Procne & Philomela
This Greek mosaic wall tile art tells the story of Tereus, King of the Thrace region of ancient Greece. According to Greek mythology, he was married to Procne, daughter of the King of Athens, and together they had a son, Itys. However, Tereus lusted for his wife’s sister, Philomela. He forcibly seduced her, cutting out her tongue to hide the crime and held her captive. Though unable to speak, Philomela carefully embroidered the details of what had happened into tapestry and sent it to her sister. Distraught, Procne set out on revenge, killing her son Itys and serving him up for her husband’s supper. Tereus retaliated, intending to kill both sisters. However, before he was able, it is said the Gods took pity on them and turned all three into birds: Tereus into a hawk, Procne into a nightingale and Philomela into a swallow.