The Dioskouroi twins (only one shown in this image) seize the maiden Leukippides, carrying them off by force to be their brides. The goddesses Aphrodite, seated on an altar, and Peitho (seductive persuasion) attend the scene. Peitho flees when persuasion is replaced by force. Attic Red Figure, ca 420 - 410 BC, British Museum, London, United Kingdom.

The Dioskouroi twins (only one shown in this image) seize the maiden Leukippides, carrying them off by force to be their brides. The goddesses Aphrodite, seated on an altar, and Peitho (seductive persuasion) attend the scene. Peitho flees when persuasion is replaced by force.

Attic Red Figure, ca 420 - 410 BC, British Museum, London, United Kingdom.

  1. Date Posted Icon 17th January 2012
  2. Notes Icon Notes: 14
    3. Tags Icon #Dioskouroi#Leukippides#Aphrodite#Peitho#hydria#Greek
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