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Mythology

Professor Dame Mary Beard

Our Collection

< 5 years ago

Top picks from the Collection: Mary Beard’s mythology trail

To celebrate our Collection going on display for the first time, we asked our Professor of Ancient Literature, Mary Beard, to tell us the stories behind some of her favourite pieces inspired by classical myths – from Hercules and Venus to lesser-known gods, nymphs and cyclopes. You’ll find all these works on free display in the new RA.

Walter Crane, Prince Cheri (detail)

Our Collection

< 5 years ago

The RA Collection in 250 objects: Mythical monsters

To celebrate our 250th birthday this year, we’re highlighting 250 beautiful, odd and inspiring objects from the RA Collection across 25 themes. In this edition, we’re looking at the fearsome mythical beasts lurking in the shadows of our archives, from the colossal serpents of Norse legend to hideous hydras from Greek myth.