Prometheus Bound (1618) — Peter Paul Rubens
Prometheus Bound (1618) is an artwork by Peter Paul Rubens. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- Prometheus Bound (1618)
- Artist
- Peter Paul Rubens (Flemish, 1577-1640)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Prometheus is the Titan who brings fire to humanity. Zeus punishes him by having him bound while an eagle eats his liver, which renews itself. Heracles eventually frees him in a well-known tradition.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with Prometheus Bound (1618)
The balanced proportions can sit comfortably on a smaller wall or within a considered grouping. Start with the space around the artwork, then choose a print size that leaves the composition easy to see.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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