Mosaic Mythology

Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure, is often depicted in mosaics with her iconic symbols, such as doves, roses, and mirrors.

The Battle of Issus mosaic, discovered in Pompeii, portrays the epic clash between Alexander the Great and King Darius III of Persia.

The Sphinx, a creature with a lion's body and a human head, is a prominent figure in Greek mythology and is often depicted in mosaics.

The Abduction of Europa mosaic, found in Pompeii, portrays the story of Zeus, disguised as a bull, abducting the Phoenician princess Europa.

Hades, the Greek god of the underworld, is often depicted in mosaics with his attributes, such as a scepter and a two-pronged fork.

The Hercules and the Hydra mosaic, found in Pompeii, portrays the hero's struggle against the many-headed water serpent.

Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, is often depicted in mosaics with her symbols, such as an owl, a spear, and a shield.

The Circus Maximus Chariot Race mosaic, found in Rome, portrays the excitement and danger of chariot racing in ancient Rome.

Centaurs, creatures with human bodies and horse's heads, are often depicted in mosaics as symbols of wilderness and nature.

The Birth of Athena mosaic, found in Athens, portrays the goddess Athena emerging from the head of her father, Zeus.

Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea and earthquakes, is often depicted in mosaics with his attributes, such as a trident and a dolphin.

The Hercules and the Giant Antaeus mosaic, found in Pompeii, portrays the hero's struggle against the giant who gained strength from contact with the earth.

The Chimera, a creature with a lion's body, a goat's head, and a serpent's tail, is often depicted in mosaics as a symbol of danger and ferocity.

The Perseus and Andromeda mosaic, found in Pompeii, portrays the hero rescuing the princess Andromeda from a sea monster sent by Poseidon.