The Chariot of Apollo (1905–16) — Odilon Redon
The Chariot of Apollo (1905–16) is an artwork by Odilon Redon. 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
- The Chariot of Apollo (1905–16)
- Artist
- Odilon Redon (French, 1840-1916)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Apollo is associated with music, prophecy, healing, and archery. His myths include the pursuit of Daphne, who is transformed into a laurel tree, and the musical contest with Marsyas.
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 The Chariot of Apollo (1905–16)
The landscape composition suits a wider wall or a place above a console. Measure the available width before deciding on a print; surrounding space helps the composition read clearly.
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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