Linda Crook has considered and re-interpreted the roles ascribed to women in ancient myths and legends in a series of three medals. The first was Daphne (A.12-2004), followed by Leda and the Hat Pin (A.5-2004) and finally this medal (A.13-2004). According to the artist, the outcome here is more positive for Europa than in Greek mythology. She has the upper hand and is leading him by the ring in his nose. His horns have gone rather floppy and she seems content and happy to stay with him. The bull's hoofprints on the reverse are perhaps a reference to absence. They may also be seen as a cast - albeit in a cowpat - pointing to the creation of the medal itself.