15 Centaur Coloring Pages to Print for Free!
Greek Mythology
The gallop of some powerful creatures can be heard throughout the headquarters of Coloring Together. Can you guess what they are? They are centaurs! The colored centaur we have prepared for you surely already gave you a big hint. Do you like the work we have done? We are sure you can do something even better.
So that you have several options to choose from, we have gathered in this gallery the best centaur images to color on the whole internet. Only the strongest and most powerful are worthy of being colored by you.
But before you start your task, you need to choose your coloring materials. Some pastel chalks to blend colors easily sound like a good idea. You could also apply the mosaic technique to make use of those glossy papers or cardboard sheets you have lying around. It will look great!
Once you have finished your work, send us a photo! At Coloring Together we love to inspire our followers and share the works of the little artists from all around the world. Do not miss this great opportunity to show off your talent.
Get ready to gallop, because the centaur coloring pages are ready to take you on an adventure full of colors and fun. Do not waste any more time! It is time to get to work.
Centaurs coloring pages
Why color centaurs pictures?
Centaurs are creatures from Greek mythology that have the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse. In Greek mythology it is believed that the first centaur was a descendant of Ixion and the cloud nymph Nephele, who took the form of Hera, the wife of Zeus.
In some writings, they are described as barbaric and violent creatures that fought against Greek heroes such as Theseus and Heracles. However, there are also accounts in which centaurs are portrayed as wise and peaceful.
At Coloring Together we know you are a fan of these powerful creatures, and that is why this time we have brought you the best centaur images to color with which you can gallop through a world of fun and colors.
In addition, above each of the centaur coloring pages, you will find a little fun fact that will help you understand a bit more about these fascinating creatures. Is that not great? You do not get the chance to learn while practicing your art every day. So get to work!
Learn while coloring Centaurs
- Do you know what centaurs were? In Greek mythology they were creatures with the torso of a human and the body of a horse.
- In most of Greek mythology, centaurs are depicted as violent and uncivilized creatures.
- It is still not clear whether the etymology of the word centaur comes from "bull-killer" or "hundred strong".
- Female centaurs are named in later Greek mythology and are known as "centaurides".
- It is said that the first centaur was the son of Ixion, father of Pirithous, and the cloud nymph Nephele, who at that moment imitated the figure of Hera, queen of the gods.
- According to the ancient stories of centaurs, these were beings who lived in harmony with nature and only hunted what was necessary for their survival.
- It is said that centaurs lived mostly in the forests surrounding Mount Olympus and Pelion.
- It is said that after the first centaur reached adulthood, he mated with the mares of Magnesia and thus populated the race of centaurs.
- Centaurs are also known as ixions because the first centaur was the son of Ixion, son of Ares.
- One of the versions about the origin of the centaurs tells us that Cronus turned into a horse to hide his infidelity to his wife Rhea with the oceanid Philyra, but Rhea discovered him and Philyra fled to the mountains to conceive the first centaur.
- It is said that Chiron was the wisest and noblest centaur, son of Cronus and the oceanid Philyra, and teacher of heroes as well known as Achilles and Hercules.
- One of the best known battles of the centaurs was their fight against the Lapiths, motivated by their wish to kidnap the bride of Pirithous on his wedding day and all the Lapith women they could. This battle is considered a symbol of the struggle between civilization and barbarism.
