Cadmus and Minerva (Cadmus and Athena)
Cadmus and Minerva - Jacob Jordaens (1593–1678) - Prado Museum
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Cadmus and Minerva - Jacob Jordaens (1593–1678) - Prado Museum
Date: 1636-38
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 181.0 x 300.0 cm
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 181.0 x 300.0 cm
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Titled Cadmus and Minerva, Jacobs Jordaens is depicting the tale of Cadmus and Athena (Minerva being the Roman version of Athena) from Greek mythology, in this 17th century oil on canvas work.
Cadmus and Minerva shows the period after Cadmus had slain the Ismenian Dragon, and with no men left Cadmus worries about how he is to build his new city. Athena advises him to sow the teeth of the dragon he has just slain. From these teeth appear the Spartoi, fully armoured warriors who commence to fight amongst themselves until only five are left. More information about the Spartoi can be found here - (website opens in new window) Jacobs Jordaens |
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Born: 19 May 1593; Antwerp
Died: 18 September 1678; Antwerp
Nationality: Flemish
Art Movement: Baroque
Painting School: Flemish School, Antwerp School
Died: 18 September 1678; Antwerp
Nationality: Flemish
Art Movement: Baroque
Painting School: Flemish School, Antwerp School
