Ann Ronan Pictures Collection (page 4)

The temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
The temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Design for an 1816 production of Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Native American painting on animal skin, 19th century. Artist: Silver Horn
Native American painting on animal skin, 19th century. A Sioux (Dakota) North American Plains Indian painting on skin showing various episodes in tribal legends

Hernandez Cortes, Spanish conquistador, 16th century. Cortes (1485-1547) arriving in Mexico followed by his black servant and preceeded by La Malinche, his interpreter and mistress

The death of Sherlock Holmes, 1893. Artist: Sidney E Paget
The death of Sherlock Holmes, 1893. Scene from The Adventure of the Final Problem, illustrated by Sidney E Paget, the first artist to draw Sherlock Holmes

The Underworld, c1613-c1644. Artist: Francois de Nome
The Underworld, c1613-c1644. On the left Pluto and Persephone, King and Queen of the Underworld, view their kingdom

The Last Supper, 1803. Artist: Michael Kock
The Last Supper, 1803. A copy of the famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the 1490s

St Mary Magdalene Repentant. A naked Magdalene in front of an image of Christ on the cross

Archangel Gabriel, instrument of God, smiting the camp of Sennacherib and the Assyrians, 1865-1866. From Gustave Dores Bible (II Kings 19)

Flagellants in the Netherlands town of Tournai (Doornik), 1349. Flagellants, known as the Brothers of the Cross, scourging themselves as they walk through the streets in order to free the world

First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842. Artist: James Atkinson
First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842. The British army passing through the Meyden valley on the march from Meyden to Urghundee

Hernan Cortes meeting the Aztec Emperor Montezuma, 1519. Cortes (1485-1547) was the Spanish conquistador who conquered Mexico and overthrew the Aztec Empire

Air raid damage, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, World War II, April 1940. The first British casualties of the German bombing of England occurred at Clacton on 30 April 1940

Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead on papyrus showing written hieroglyphs. Depiction of ploughing with oxen. From the Bodmer Library, Geneva, Switzerland

Daniel in the Lions Den. Daniel, one of four great Hebrew prophets, cast into the Lions den by Nebuchadnezzar (Nebuchadrezzar), king of Babylon

Macbeth visiting the three witches on the blasted heath, 1858. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
Macbeth visiting the three witches on the blasted heath, 1858. Title page to Macbeth from an edition of William Shakespeares works published in London in 1858

Woman with issue of blood touching the border of Jesus garment and being healed, c1890. Artist: James Tissot
Woman with issue of blood touching the border of Jesus garment and being healed of her affliction. Jesus said to her Daughter, they faith hath made thee whole

Giuseppe Garibaldi helping Victor Emmanuel II put on the boot of Italy, 1860
Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-82) helping Victor Emmanuel II (1820-78) put on the boot of Italy. The Unification of Italy. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 17 November 1860. Wood engraving

The storming of the Winter Palace, St Petersburg, Russian Revolution, October 1917
The storming of the Winter Palace, St Petersburg (Petrograd/Leningrad), Russian Revolution, October 1917

Aztec warriors defending the temple of Tenochtitlan, Mexico. The Aztec city of Tenochtitlan was founded in 1325. Its main temple was the site of ritual human sacrifices

The marriage of the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson, 1937
The marriage of the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson, 3 June 1937

Duke of Fifes game larder, 1881. Artist: G Durand
Duke of Fifes game larder, 1881. The Prince and Princess of Wales (Edward VII and Queen Alexandra from 1901) being shown the Duke of Fifes game larder during a deerstalking holiday in the Forest of

Islamic prayer Kilim, date unknown. Made of wool and originating in the Balkans or Turkey

Richard I, Coeur de Lion at the Battle of Arsuf, 1191, (c1880). A 19th century romanticisation of the Crusades. Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199)

Incident at the Battle of Isandlwana, Anglo-Zulu War, 22 January 1879. Artist: Charles Edwin Fripp
Incident at the Battle of Isandlwana, Anglo-Zulu War, 22 January 1879. Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill (24th Regiment) dying to save the Queens colours

Constanze Mozart, 1783. Born Constanze Weber (1763-1842), she married Wolfgang Amadeaus Mozart in 1783

God creating light, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
God creating light, 1866. Scene from the Old Testament (Genesis). From Gustave Dores illustrated Bible. (London, 1866)

The Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, 19th century. Right: God, the father, sits next to Jesus Christ, left, the son, who holds his wooden cross. Above: the dove of the Holy Spirit hovers

Nezami, Persian poet, recounting the story of Alexander the Great, 12th century (18th century). Nezami Ganjavi (c1141-c1217) was one of the great Persian poets of the 12th century

Caroline Chisholm addressing a crowd from the emigrant ship Ballengeich, 1852. Caroline Chisholm (nee Jones) (1808-1877), British philanthropist and reformer, was born at Wootton, near Northampton

Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus, 1493. Saul of Tarsus (1st century) who took the name Paul after seeing a vision of Christ on the road to Damascus

Australian aborigines butchering a kangaroo, 1885-1888. A family of New South Wales natives butchering the spoils of their hunting expedition, preparatory to cooking

Neptune, Roman god of the oceans. Antique bust of Neptune, known as Poseidon in the Greek pantheon

Dante and Virgil at the edge of the abyss from which a foetid smell steamed up, 1863. Artist: Gustave Dore
Dante and Virgil at the edge of the abyss from which a foetid smell steamed up, 1863. Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was a great admirer of Virgil

Burke and Wills expedition setting out from Royal Park, Melbourne, Australia, 20 August 1860. Robert O Hara Burke and William John Wills were commissioned by the Government of Australia to make

Samson pulling down the Temple of Dagon, god of the Philistines, mid 19th century. The Israelite hero Samson, having been betrayed by Delilah and taken prisoner and blinded by the Philistines

Inner court, Fleet Prison, London, 1808-1811. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Inner court, Fleet Prison, London, 1808-1811. Prisoners playing fives and skittles, and socialising. Fleet Prison was a prison for debt and contempt of court

Jesus and his disciples at the Last Supper, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Jesus and his disciples at the Last Supper, 1866. From the Bible (Mark 14:22)

St Bernard mountain rescue dogs with flasks of brandy on their collars, c1880. The dogs were named for St Bernard of Menthon (923-1008) who built two mountain rest houses (hospices) in the Alps

Samson bringing down the Temple of Dagon, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Samson bringing down the Temple of Dagon, 1866. The Israelite hero Samson, having been betrayed by Delilah and taken prisoner and blinded by the Philistines

Clipper Ship Flying Cloud, 1851-1907. Artist: E Brown Jr
Clipper Ship Flying Cloud, 1851-1907. Designed by Donald McKay and built in Boston, the Flying Cloud was considered one of the best clippers ever built

Pope Urban II presiding over the Council of Clermont, France, 1095 (c1490). Urban II (c1035-1099), Pope from 1088-1099, preaching the First Crusade to assembled knights, noblemen and cardinals

Lenin haranguing deputies of the 2nd Soviet Congress, Smolny Palace, St Petersburg, 1917. This meeting on 26 October 1917, the day after the storming of the Winter Palace

Two scenes from the Chronique de St Denis, late 14th century. The left-hand scene depicts the Marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Louis VII of France, 1137

The Capture of Acre, c1191, (15th century). Artist: Vincent of Beauvais
The Capture of Acre, c1191, (15th century). Illuminated text page showing the Capture of Acre, (now part of Israel) during the 1st Crusade (c1191)

Aztec temple sacrifice. From the Codex Magliabicciano, Museo de America, Madrid

Iron helmet with calligraphic silver damascening decoration, Turkish (Mamluk), 15th century

The Demons Ashtaroth, Abaddon and Mammon, 1801. Abaddon angel of the bottomless pit, Mammon god of this world and personification of wealth and miserliness and Ashtaroth the demon

Gold larnax (funerary casket), 350-325 BC. Discovered in the Macedonian royal tombs at Vergina, Macedonia, Greece, site of the ancient city of Aigai. From the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki

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"Ann Ronan Pictures: A Glimpse into History's Canvas" Step into the enchanting world of Ann Ronan Pictures, where art and history intertwine to tell captivating stories. Explore "I am half sick of shadows, " a mesmerizing masterpiece by John William Waterhouse that transports you to an era filled with mystery and allure. Feel the thunderous charge at Waterloo through "Scotland for Ever; the charge of the Scots Greys at Waterloo, 18 June 1815. " Witness bravery personified as these valiant soldiers fearlessly face their destiny on the battlefield. Meet Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, lst Viscount Baden-Powell, an English soldier whose legacy continues to inspire generations. Discover his remarkable journey and unwavering dedication in service to his country. Marvel at the regal presence of Elizabeth I, Queen of England and Ireland. George Gower's exquisite portrayal captures her majesty during a pivotal moment in history when England stood against all odds. Immerse yourself in Jean Francois Millet's iconic painting, "The Angelus, " which beautifully depicts a serene moment amidst rural life. Let its tranquil ambiance transport you to simpler times filled with contemplation and gratitude. Experience heart-wrenching emotions in "Twixt Love and Duty, " a poignant piece from 1914 that explores the eternal struggle between personal desires and societal obligations. Uncover ancient trade routes with a map showcasing the extent of the Hanseatic League around 1400. Trace their paths across Europe as they shaped commerce and culture during medieval times. Delve into Mayan civilization through a page from the Dresden Codex, a precious Maya manuscript preserving their rich heritage. Decode intricate symbols that reveal profound insights into their cosmology and wisdom. Witness political satire come alive in John Tenniel's thought-provoking artwork titled "Dropping The Pilot. " Reflect upon its underlying message about leadership choices during a critical era.