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Open · Until 27 Dec 2026

Myth and Memory: Mediterranean Antiquity and its Revivals

in the style of Exekias (Greek, active 540-520 BCE), Amphora - Side A: Herakles Wrestling the Nemean Lion, Side B: Departure Scene, 540/530 BCE, terracotta, 19 1/4 in x 12 1/8 in x 12 1/8 in, Gift of Mary Forbush Failing and Henry Failing Cabell in memory of Henry Failing, public domain, 32.829

in the style of Exekias (Greek, active 540-520 BCE), Amphora - Side A: Herakles Wrestling the Nemean Lion, Side B: Departure Scene, 540/530 BCE, terracotta, 19 1/4 in x 12 1/8 in x 12 1/8 in, Gift of Mary Forbush Failing and Henry Failing Cabell in memory of Henry Failing, public domain, 32.829 · License

Myth and Memory: Mediterranean Antiquity and its Revivals is on view at Portland Art Museum, Portland, United States, until December 27, 2026.

Last verified October 27, 2026 · Official source ↗

This display presents preserved ancient Greek ceramic pots alongside later interpretations of Classical myths. Works ranging from ancient vessels to pieces by Pablo Picasso show how narratives of figures such as Herakles and Orpheus have inspired creators across centuries. Visitors at the Portland Art Museum can explore how different generations adapted these timeless Mediterranean themes.

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  1. Portland Art Museum
    Portland, United States · November 20, 2025 – December 27, 2026
    Until 27 Dec

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A terracotta amphora with several figures.

in the style of Exekias (Greek, active 540-520 BCE), Amphora - Side A: Herakles Wrestling the Nemean Lion, Side B: Departure Scene, 540/530 BCE, terracotta, 19 1/4 in x 12 1/8 in x 12 1/8 in, Gift of Mary Forbush Failing and Henry Failing Cabell in memory of Henry Failing, public domain, 32.829

in the style of Exekias (Greek, active 540-520 BCE), Amphora - Side A: Herakles Wrestling the Nemean Lion, Side B: Departure Scene, 540/530 BCE, terracotta, 19 1/4 in x 12 1/8 in x 12 1/8 in, Gift of Mary Forbush Failing and Henry Failing Cabell in memory of Henry Failing, public domain, 32.829 · License · Source ↗