Subjects & Symbols in Art: Classical Mythology in Art

Resources for searching for specific topics and names as depicted in artworks.

LIMC

Lexicon iconographicum mythologiae classicae (LIMC)

Lexicon Iconographicum Mythologiae Classicae (LIMC). Zurich: Artemis, 1981–97. 8 vols. in 16. The ultimate source for classical subjects in art. Profusely illustrated. Scholarly articles in German, French, Italian or English on iconography of Greek, Etruscan and Roman mythology from after the Mycenean period to the beginning of Early Christianity. Entries are in alphabetical order in Latin and include an introduction, bibliography, catalogue, and commentary  on  the representations  and  conclusions.  

Greek Mythology Online

Theoi Greek Mythology: Exploring Mythology & the Greek Gods in Classical Literature and Art The Theoi Project profiles each deity and creature of Greek Mythology on a separate page, incorporating an encyclopedia summary, quotations from a wide selection of ancient Greek and Roman texts, and illustrations from ancient art. The site contains a gallery of more than 1200 pictures from ancient Greek and Roman art, including vase paintings (C6th to C4th B.C.), sculptures, frescos and mosaics (C4th B.C. to C4th A.D.).

Classical Mythology in Art