The Birth of Xanthus and Balius......
Xanthus and Balius are immortal horses that appear in Greek mythology. They were sired by the Western Wind during one of the fiercest battles of the Trojan War.

According to Homer, the great warrior, Achilles, lost his chariot when his horses were slain on the field of battle. All was lost for the Greeks....

Until their Gods decided to intervene....

Zephyr, the Western Wind, quickly rose across the embattled plain as a mighty whirlwird....and his noble sons soon emerged from the drifting sands. The Wind blew into the Horses great strength and courage.....the Two shook the dust from their manes...took up Achilles' chariot....and raced away.
Acrylic Mixed/Media on Canvas
36 inches x 30 inches
2005
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