In Greek mythology, Daedalus creates the gift of wings for his son Icarus to escape from imprisonment. The wings are made from feathers and wax, designed for flight. While Daedalus warns Icarus not to fly too high or too low, Icarus, overwhelmed by the exhilaration of flying, disobeys his father. This act of hubris leads to his tragic downfall when the wax melts, sending him plummeting into the sea, symbolizing the consequences of ignoring wise counsel and the limits of human ambition.