Icarus Pins and Buttons
Description: Even as Icarus flies too close to the sun, he throws the metal horns to go out in a blaze of glory. Icarus was the son of the mythical inventor and craftsman Daedalus and Naukrate, a slave of King Minos of Crete. He is famous for flying too close to the sun, wearing a pair of wings built by his father. Some writers have seen Icarus's fate as a warning for people to be aware of their limitations.
THE ICARUS SYNDROME - black BEST SELLER Pin
by shethemastercovets
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Description: In ancient Greek mythology Daedalus was an architect and symbol of wisdom and power. He built the Labyrinth at Knossos for King Minos of Minoan Crete, but had to escape using wings made of wax. His son Icarus flew too close to the Sun and his wings melted.
Ancient Greek Myth Mythology Quote Don't Fly Too Low Pin
by CultureWars
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Description: Even as Icarus flies too close to the sun, he throws the metal horns to go out in a blaze of glory. Icarus was the son of the mythical inventor and craftsman Daedalus and Naukrate, a slave of King Minos of Crete. He is famous for flying too close to the sun, wearing a pair of wings built by his father. Some writers have seen Icarus's fate as a warning for people to be aware of their limitations.
ICARUS THROWS THE HORNS - midnight blue Pin
by shethemastercovets
$2.75 $3.25
Description: Even as Icarus flies too close to the sun, he throws the metal horns to go out in a blaze of glory. Icarus was the son of the mythical inventor and craftsman Daedalus and Naukrate, a slave of King Minos of Crete. He is famous for flying too close to the sun, wearing a pair of wings built by his father. Some writers have seen Icarus's fate as a warning for people to be aware of their limitations.
THE ICARUS SYNDROME - extreme distress Pin
by shethemastercovets
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ICARUS THROWS THE HORNS - watercolor painting Pin
by shethemastercovets
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Description: This design originally came from an engraving by Hendrick Goltzius in 1588, which I have restored, redrawn, and digitized. The text reads: "NON AMBIRE PROBAT SAPIENS, SED LAVDAT HONORES, LAVDA CONTINGANT SI TAMEN ILLA PROBIS. SIC PHAETONTAEVS NIMIVM TEMERARIA LAPSVS VOTA DOCET TANDEN FINE CARERE BONO." Which roughly translates to: "The wise man demonstrates that he does not search for but appreciates the honors. And recognizes if happens to honest. Phaeton’s error shows that very frivolous requests ultimately do not have a good ending." Check out more of my art a
Phaeton - Hendrick Goltzius, Icarus, Greek Mythology, Aesthetic, Goth Pin
by SpaceDogLaika
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ICARUS THROWS THE HORNS - super spring Pin
by shethemastercovets
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Description: Even as Icarus flies too close to the sun, he throws the metal horns to go out in a blaze of glory. Icarus was the son of the mythical inventor and craftsman Daedalus and Naukrate, a slave of King Minos of Crete. He is famous for flying too close to the sun, wearing a pair of wings built by his father. Some writers have seen Icarus's fate as a warning for people to be aware of their limitations.
Description: This design features a vector art depiction of Icarus flying towards the sun, set against a stunning landscape in muted tones. The design captures the bravery and courage of Icarus, as well as the danger and tragedy of his fate. The design celebrates the legend of Icarus, inviting the viewer to explore the mythology and to ponder the cautionary tale that it represents. The design also captures the temptation and hubris that led Icarus to fly too close to the sun, as well as the pride and strength that he felt in his flight. The design serves as a warning against the dangers of overconfidence and hubris.
