About this episode

This episode explores the depiction of mermaids in art through notable paintings.

We have for you this evening a deluge of divine underwater divas! Mermaids are some of folklore and fantasy's most magical creatures, and for centuries, artists have been obsessed with bringing them to life on canvas. Our three, briny, beautiful paintings are: Ulysses and the Sirens, by Herbert James Draper. Sadko in the Underwater Kingdom, by Ilya Repin. And Contemplation or Promise, by Victor Nizovtsev. Don't forget your snorkel! Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.a

Topics covered

• mermaids
• art
• folklore
• fantasy
• underwater
• paintings

Keywords

• mermaids
• art
• Ulysses and the Sirens
• Sadko
• Contemplation or Promise
• Herbert James Draper
• Ilya Repin
• Victor Nizovtsev

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply

Books & works: Ulysses and the Sirens, Sadko in the Underwater Kingdom, Contemplation or Promise

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