Oedipus and the Sphinx: The Legendary Riddle Encounter in Greek Mythology #194876 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white line drawing depicts the mythological confrontation between Oedipus and the Sphinx at the gates of Thebes. The Sphinx, a hybrid creature with a woman’s head, lion’s body, and eagle’s wings, perches atop a pedestal, while Oedipus stands resolute, staff in hand, ready to solve her riddle. The scene captures the tension and intellectual challenge central to the myth, emphasizing wisdom over brute force.

Used in educational articles, mythology blogs, or museum digital exhibits about Greek tragedy, this image supports content on Oedipus Rex, riddles in antiquity, or symbolic archetypes. It serves users seeking cultural literacy, academic reference, or visual storytelling for myth-based narratives.