Chiron (mythology)
Chiron is a centaur from Greek mythology. He helped many demigods in their training. He is a respected centaur because of his kindness and intelligence. He is a son of Cronus. He lives in Mount Olympus.
Chiron also taught Heracles before Heracles went to get the fruit in the Underworld.
Chiron (mythology) Media
Peleus wrestling Thetis between Chiron and a Nereid. Side B of an Attic black-figure amphora, c. 510 BC.
Clay centaur figurine found at Lefkandi, dated to 1050-900 BC and thought to be an early representation of Chiron
Decorated amphora in the British Museum. Figures suggested to be Achilles and Cheiron. Etruscan 500BC-480BC.
A lekythos depicting Chiron and Achilles
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The Education of Achilles by Donato Creti, 1714 (Collezioni Comunali d'Arte di Palazzo d'Accursio, Bologna, Italy)
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