Perseus and Andromeda (1876) — Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones
Perseus and Andromeda (1876) is an artwork by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones. 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
- Perseus and Andromeda (1876)
- Artist
- Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones (English, 1833 – 1898)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Andromeda is chained to a rock as a sacrifice to a sea monster. Perseus rescues her, and the two marry. Their story connects a threatened kingdom with the hero’s return after defeating Medusa.
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 Perseus and Andromeda (1876)
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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