Pelias sending forth Jason (1879) — John Flaxman
Pelias sending forth Jason (1879) is an artwork by John Flaxman. 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
- Pelias sending forth Jason (1879)
- Artist
- John Flaxman (English, 1755-1826)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Jason leads the Argonauts in search of the Golden Fleece. Medea helps him meet the challenges in Colchis, and their later story turns on betrayal and revenge.
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 Pelias sending forth Jason (1879)
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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