Jason met het Gulden Vlies 1601 - 1609

This anonymous print, “Jason met het Gulden Vlies,” presents Jason with the Golden Fleece, its creation mired in the complexities of artistic identity and cultural appropriation. The image is a window into a world steeped in patriarchal ideals, where male heroism is celebrated through tales of conquest and possession. Jason, adorned in classical armor, holds the Golden Fleece, symbolizing his triumph. Yet, who gets to tell this story? The artist's anonymity invites us to question whose perspective is privileged and whose is silenced. Consider the cultural significance of the Golden Fleece, a symbol of wealth and power, obtained through acts of bravery, or perhaps, exploitation. How do our contemporary values of inclusivity and ethical consumption challenge the traditional narrative of male dominance and entitlement embodied by Jason? This print invites a dialogue, urging us to critically examine the stories we inherit and the values they perpetuate.