Allegorical Figure Collection (page 4)

Fire, 1735. Creator: Johann Justin Preissler
Fire, 1735

Thesis on the arts and sciences, 1664. Creator: Johann Jakob Thurneysen the Elder
Thesis on the arts and sciences, 1664

Studies of three skeleton, from the Principios para estudiar el Nobilisimo y Real art... ca. 1693
Studies of three skeleton, from the Principios para estudiar el Nobilisimo y Real arte de la Pintura (Madrid 1693), ca. 1693

Allegory of the church, 1652-1711. Creator: Johann Jakob Thurneysen the Elder
Allegory of the church, 1652-1711

Plate 27: Triumphal arch, elevation of the back, surmounted by allegorical figures and dec... 1636
Plate 27: Triumphal arch, elevation of the back, surmounted by allegorical figures and decorated with scenes from Roman mythology

Battle of Love and Pan, 1715-96. Creator: Jean-Etienne Liotard
Battle of Love and Pan, 1715-96

Cupid Astride an Eagle, 1715-96. Creator: Jean-Etienne Liotard
Cupid Astride an Eagle, 1715-96

Triumphant Cupid, 1715-96. Creator: Jean-Etienne Liotard
Triumphant Cupid, 1715-96

Water (Phlegmaticus), from The Four Temperaments, 1596-97 Creator: Zacharias Dolendo
Water (Phlegmaticus), from The Four Temperaments, 1596-97

The Gift of Counsel, ca. 1710-62. Creator: Johann Georg Bergmuller
The Gift of Counsel, ca. 1710-62

The Virgin and Child in the Enclosed Garden, 1606. Creator: Jan Wierix
The Virgin and Child in the Enclosed Garden, 1606

An allegorical composition with Charity and prisoners in chains; a plate from Rossis seri... 1677
An allegorical composition with Charity and prisoners in chains; a plate from Rossis series of engravings of Pietro da Cortonas fresco in the Camera of Mars in the Pitti Palace, Florence. 1677

Plate 23: Emperor Charles V, campaign in Africa; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi P... 1636
Plate 23: Emperor Charles V, campaign in Africa; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi Principis Ferdinandi, Hispaniarum Infantis... 1636

Allegory of the Triumph of the Netherlands over Spain, 1600. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Allegory of the Triumph of the Netherlands over Spain, 1600

Autumn, from the series The Seasons, . n. d. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Autumn, from the series The Seasons, .n.d

Allegory of the Flourishing State of the United Provinces, 1602 Creator: Jan Saenredam
Allegory of the Flourishing State of the United Provinces, 1602

Cupid wrestling with Pan, amongst the clouds, with two allegorical women seated at le... 1598-1632
Cupid wrestling with Pan, amongst the clouds, with two allegorical women seated at left, 1598-1632

Allegory of the Transitoriness of Life, . n. d. Creator: Jacob Matham
Allegory of the Transitoriness of Life, .n.d

Chrysogone Conceives, in a Ray of Sunshine, Amoretta and Belphoebe (Edmund Spenser, "... 1800-1810)
Chrysogone Conceives, in a Ray of Sunshine, Amoretta and Belphoebe (Edmund Spenser, "The Faerie Queene, III, vi), 1800-1810

Plate from a book showing a procession of men and women with a skeleton at the beg... 17th century. Creator: Anon
Plate from a book showing a procession of men and women with a skeleton at the beginning, middle and end of the line, 17th century

Spring and Summer: two heads made from flora typical of those seasons, ca. 1580-1620. ca. 1580-1620 Creator: Anon
Spring and Summer: two heads made from flora typical of those seasons, ca. 1580-1620

Autumn and Winter: two heads made from flora typical of those seasons, ca. 1580-1620. ca. 1580-1620 Creator: Anon
Autumn and Winter: two heads made from flora typical of those seasons, ca. 1580-1620

Toy Bank: Uncle Sam, c. 1937. Creator: Elmer Weise
Toy Bank: Uncle Sam, c. 1937

Psyche et L Armour (The Story of Cupid and Psyche) (Furnishing Fabric), Nantes, c. 1790. Manufactured by Gorgerat Freres et Cie

Allegory representing the freedom of France with four silhouettes, 1793-1800. Creator: Anon
Allegory representing the freedom of France with four silhouettes, 1793-1800

Victory reclining amid trophies, ca. 1498-1500. Creator: Jacopo de Barbari
Victory reclining amid trophies, ca. 1498-1500

War (litho)
6000140 War (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: War. Illustration from Jugend, Muenchner Illustrierte Wochenschrift fur Kunst und Leben (G Hirths Kunstverlag)

Figurehead: "Columbia", c. 1936. Creator: Elizabeth Fairchild
Figurehead: " Columbia", c. 1936

Figurehead, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Elizabeth Fairchild
Figurehead, 1935/1942

Little Mac, in His Great Two Horse Act, in the Presendential Canvass of 1864, 1864. Creator: John L Magee
Little Mac, in His Great Two Horse Act, in the Presendential Canvass of 1864, 1864

Shakespeare Seated Between the Dramatic Muse and the Genius of Painting, 1797. Creator: James Stow
Shakespeare Seated Between the Dramatic Muse and the Genius of Painting, Who is Pointing Him Out as the Proper Subject for Her Pencil, 1797

Bellum Cuius Causa (The Cause of War), 16th century. 16th century. Creator: Anon
Bellum Cuius Causa (The Cause of War), 16th century

Orage causepar l Impot sur le Theen Amerique, ca. 1775. ca. 1775. Creator: Anon
Orage cause par l Impot sur le The en Amerique, ca. 1775

Standing male angel holding an empty bowl and looking down; a... possibly mid to late 18th century. Creator: Anon
Standing male angel holding an empty bowl and looking down; allegory of Winter; after a bas-relief on the Fontaine des Quatre-Saisons (Paris), possibly mid to late 18th century

Mal Lui Veut Mal Lui Tourne Dit Le Bonne Homme Richard, ca. 1780. ca. 1780. Creator: Anon
Mal Lui Veut Mal Lui Tourne Dit Le Bonne Homme Richard, ca. 1780

Faith, September 30, 1800. September 30, 1800. Creator: Anon
Faith, September 30, 1800

Hope, September 30, 1800. September 30, 1800. Creator: Anon
Hope, September 30, 1800

Peace, September 30, 1800. September 30, 1800. Creator: Anon
Peace, September 30, 1800

The Present State of Great Britain, 1779. Creator: James Phillips
The Present State of Great Britain, 1779

Group of statues representing Peace, supported by Neptune and Mars, ca. 1741-1786. Creator: Jacob Bonneau
Group of statues representing Peace, supported by Neptune and Mars, ca. 1741-1786

Standing male angel looking down to left and holding a ram; a... possibly mid to late 18th century. Creator: Anon
Standing male angel looking down to left and holding a ram; allegory of Summer; after a bas-relief on the Fontaine des Quatre-Saisons (Paris), possibly mid to late 18th century

Standing male angel holding drapery and standing over a ram;... possibly mid to late 18th century. Creator: Anon
Standing male angel holding drapery and standing over a ram; allegory of Spring; after bas-relief on Fontaine des Quatre-Saisons (Paris), possibly mid to late 18th century

The Bombardment of All the Thrones of Europe and the Fall of the Tyrants for the Happi... ca. 1792. Creator: Anon
The Bombardment of All the Thrones of Europe and the Fall of the Tyrants for the Happiness of the Universe (Bombardement de Tous les Trones de l Europe et la Chute des Tyrans pour la Bonheur de l)

The Deplorable State of America, or Sc___h Government, March 22, 1765. March 22, 1765. Creator: Anon
The Deplorable State of America, or Sc___h Government, March 22, 1765

The Tea-Tax-Tempest, or Old Time with his Magick Lanthern, March 12, 1783. March 12, 1783. Creator: Anon
The Tea-Tax-Tempest, or Old Time with his Magick Lanthern, March 12, 1783

The Colossus of the North; or the Striding Boreas, December 1, 1774. December 1, 1774. Creator: Anon
The Colossus of the North; or the Striding Boreas, December 1, 1774

Laceing [sic] a Dandy, January 26, 1819. January 26, 1819. Creator: Anon
Laceing [sic] a Dandy, January 26, 1819

Goody Bull or the Second Part of the Repeal, March 18, 1766. March 18, 1766. Creator: Anon
Goody Bull or the Second Part of the Repeal, March 18, 1766

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In the realm of art, allegorical figures have long captivated viewers with their symbolic representations and hidden meanings. From ancient masterpieces to modern cartoons, these figures serve as visual metaphors that convey profound messages. One such example is "The Contrast" by Thomas Rowlandson, a satirical depiction of social class divisions in December 1792. Through exaggerated characters and contrasting settings, Rowlandson highlights the disparities between the wealthy elite and the impoverished masses. Another intriguing portrayal is found in William John Wainwright's "Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins" from 1899. This religious allegory explores themes of preparedness and wisdom through its depiction of virgins awaiting a bridegroom's arrival. Sandro Botticelli's iconic masterpiece "Primavera, " created around 1478, presents an allegorical figure representing springtime. With delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors, Botticelli captures the essence of rebirth and renewal during this season. Agnolo Bronzino's "An Allegory with Venus and Cupid, " painted between c1523-1568, delves into love's complexities through its portrayal of these mythological figures. Symbolizing desire alongside deceitfulness, Bronzino invites contemplation on the intricacies of human relationships. Moving beyond paintings, historical events also inspire allegories like the Pilgrim Fathers boarding the Mayflower. This image represents their quest for religious freedom as they embark on a treacherous journey to establish a new life in America. Mary L. Macomber's painting "Night and Her Daughter Sleep" from 1902 personifies night as an allegorical figure cradling her daughter sleep. It symbolizes tranquility amidst darkness while evoking thoughts about restorative rest.