Orchis
In Greek mythology, Orchis is a character who is associated with the origin of the orchid flower. Orchis was the son of a satyr and a nymph, embodying traits of both his divine and mortal parents. His story is a cautionary tale of hubris and transformation.
During a festival dedicated to Dionysus, Orchis attempted to assault a priestess and was subsequently torn apart by the festival participants as punishment. In response to his father's prayers, the gods transformed Orchis into an orchid flower, symbolizing both beauty and the consequences of sacrilege.
Print Dimensions: 20 x 24 in
Original Medium: Acrylic, gesso, and ink on canvas (not for sale)
8.5x11 Print on ultra-thick card stock paper with a matte finish.
Year created: 2022
In Greek mythology, Orchis is a character who is associated with the origin of the orchid flower. Orchis was the son of a satyr and a nymph, embodying traits of both his divine and mortal parents. His story is a cautionary tale of hubris and transformation.
During a festival dedicated to Dionysus, Orchis attempted to assault a priestess and was subsequently torn apart by the festival participants as punishment. In response to his father's prayers, the gods transformed Orchis into an orchid flower, symbolizing both beauty and the consequences of sacrilege.
Print Dimensions: 20 x 24 in
Original Medium: Acrylic, gesso, and ink on canvas (not for sale)
8.5x11 Print on ultra-thick card stock paper with a matte finish.
Year created: 2022
In Greek mythology, Orchis is a character who is associated with the origin of the orchid flower. Orchis was the son of a satyr and a nymph, embodying traits of both his divine and mortal parents. His story is a cautionary tale of hubris and transformation.
During a festival dedicated to Dionysus, Orchis attempted to assault a priestess and was subsequently torn apart by the festival participants as punishment. In response to his father's prayers, the gods transformed Orchis into an orchid flower, symbolizing both beauty and the consequences of sacrilege.
Print Dimensions: 20 x 24 in
Original Medium: Acrylic, gesso, and ink on canvas (not for sale)
8.5x11 Print on ultra-thick card stock paper with a matte finish.
Year created: 2022