Lycurgus, the Spartan, demonstrates the importance of good education by comparing the behaviour of two dogs (between 1661 and 1662) — Caesar Van Everdingen
Lycurgus, the Spartan, demonstrates the importance of good education by comparing the behaviour of two dogs (between 1661 and 1662) is an artwork by Caesar Van Everdingen. 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
- Lycurgus, the Spartan, demonstrates the importance of good education by comparing the behaviour of two dogs (between 1661 and 1662)
- Artist
- Caesar Van Everdingen (Dutch, 1617 – 1678)
- Subject collection
- Mythology archive
What we can say with confidence
The specific narrative behind Lycurgus, the Spartan, demonstrates the importance of good education by comparing the behaviour of two dogs (between 1661 and 1662) has not been securely identified. Its inclusion in this collection is not enough to name a particular myth or character.
The exact narrative has not been reliably identified. We keep the artist and title visible, and leave the interpretation open rather than attach an invented myth.
Living with Lycurgus, the Spartan, demonstrates the importance of good education by comparing the behaviour of two dogs (between 1661 and 1662)
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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