Argonauts

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Argonauts [r]: Characters (many heroes) from Greek mythology who sailed along with Jason on the Argo. [e]

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Photo of a painting with women.
Greek mythology has numerous characters besides the Argonauts who sailed along with Jason on the Argo, including gods and goddesses, humans. These stories have been a vital part of Western civilization and have been source material for Renaissance painters such as Correggio. Pictured: Leda and the Swan.Painting circa 1532.