Fireback "The rape of Europa", cast iron - firebacks

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Beautiful fireback with a mythological decor: "The rape of Europa".

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Zeus saw Europa for the first time on the beach at Sidon, Phoenicia where her father Agenor was king. Filled with love for her, he appeared to her in the shape of a magnificent gentle white bull. Once Europa, had overcome her initial fright she climbed upon his back for a little ride. However, as soon as she was safely seated, the bull headed towards the sea, carrying the object of his affection with him. Together, they crossed the water to Crete where Zeus finally cast off his disguise and revealed his divine identity to Europa. The mortal woman became yet another of Zeus' lovers. Three sons were born from that union.