Ulysses Threatening Circe (Around 1630-35) — Jacob Jordaens
Ulysses Threatening Circe (Around 1630-35) is an artwork by Jacob Jordaens. 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
- Ulysses Threatening Circe (Around 1630-35)
- Artist
- Jacob Jordaens (Flemish, 1593-1678)
- Subject collection
- Love & goddesses
The mythology behind the named subject
Circe is the sorceress encountered by Odysseus on the island of Aeaea. She transforms his companions into animals; with divine help, Odysseus resists her enchantment and secures their release.
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 Ulysses Threatening Circe (Around 1630-35)
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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