The Rape of Europa (1736 – 1789) is an artwork by Johann Heinrich Tischbein the elder. 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 Rape of Europa (1736 – 1789)
- Artist
- Johann Heinrich Tischbein the elder (German, 1722-1789)
- Subject collection
- Love & goddesses
The mythology behind the named subject
In the myth of Europa, Zeus takes the form of a bull and carries the Phoenician princess across the sea to Crete. The story is often represented by a woman riding a bull.
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 Rape of Europa (1736 – 1789)
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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