Kephalos
human_specialist Etruscan single tradition · 1
Kephalos is a handsome hunter and the son of Hermes. He is often depicted being carried or embraced by Thesan before being returned to his wife, Prokris, in Athens. He becomes Thesan's husband.
When
- First attested
- 480 BCE
- Attested period
- -480 – 1840
- Historical notes
- Depictions found on Etruscan mirrors, pottery, and tomb frescoes.
Relationships
- child of
- Hermes
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“A common representation of Thesan is carrying off Kephalos. The handsome hunter is the son of Hermes. Eos is often depicted carrying or embracing Kephalos before returning him to his wife, Prokris, in Athens.”
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