The abduction of Ganymede 

Cherubino Alberti rendered this drawing of the abduction of Ganymede with pen and brown ink. Here, the eagle, embodying Jupiter, carries the young Ganymede to Olympus. Ganymede’s abduction isn't merely a tale of divine caprice; it's steeped in symbolic weight. Consider the recurring motif of the eagle throughout history. From the standards of the Roman legions to the heraldic emblems of empires, the eagle symbolizes power, victory, and imperial authority. This symbol takes on a more intimate, psychological dimension, representing the union of mortal and divine realms. The tension between earthly constraints and celestial aspirations. The motif has resurfaced, evolved, and taken on new meanings in different historical contexts. This symbolic transformation reflects our collective efforts to come to terms with the power of symbols through ages.