This carved marble sculpture, by William Wetmore Story (c. 1819–1895), was inspired by the character, Medea, from ancient Greek mythology. She was the daughter of King Aeëtes, ruler of the Black Sea coastal realm of Colchis, whose land played host to the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece. Jason, a claimant to his uncle … Continue reading Medea, Sculpted By William Wetmore Story (c. 1819–1895)