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Apotheose Collection

"Apotheose: A Glimpse into the Divine" In the realm of art, apotheosis serves as a powerful tool to elevate mortal beings and concepts to a divine status

Background imageApotheose Collection: Esquisse pour l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Apothéose de Napoléon Ier circa 1853 by Jean Auguste

Esquisse pour l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Apothéose de Napoléon Ier circa 1853 by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of Napoleon III (1808-73) 1854 (oil on canvas)

Apotheosis of Napoleon III (1808-73) 1854 (oil on canvas)
CHT190345 Apotheosis of Napoleon III (1808-73) 1854 (oil on canvas) by Cabasson, Guillaume-Alphonse Harang (1814-84); Musee de Compiegne

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of Mozart, engraved by Carl Joseph Geiger, 1857 (engraving)

Apotheosis of Mozart, engraved by Carl Joseph Geiger, 1857 (engraving)
473620 Apotheosis of Mozart, engraved by Carl Joseph Geiger, 1857 (engraving) by Schmidt, Leopold (fl.1857) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheose d Hercule (engraving)

Apotheose d Hercule (engraving)
3645643 Apotheose d Hercule (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apotheose d Hercule. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1872)

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheose d Homere, bas-relief antique, en marbre (engraving)

Apotheose d Homere, bas-relief antique, en marbre (engraving)
3644493 Apotheose d Homere, bas-relief antique, en marbre (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apotheose d Homere, bas-relief antique, en marbre)

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) (coloured engraving)

Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) (coloured engraving)
CHT192918 Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) (coloured engraving) by Georgin, D. (fl.1840); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageApotheose Collection: The Apotheosis of St. Ignatius of Loyola (c. 1491-1556) from the Refectory

The Apotheosis of St. Ignatius of Loyola (c. 1491-1556) from the Refectory
KAB138613 The Apotheosis of St. Ignatius of Loyola (c.1491-1556) from the Refectory, 1753-54 (fresco) by Fabbroni, Diacinto (b.1712); Collegio Cicognini, Prato, Tuscany

Background imageApotheose Collection: Drawing of the Gemma Augustea (pen & ink and pencil on paper)

Drawing of the Gemma Augustea (pen & ink and pencil on paper)
BBC211034 Drawing of the Gemma Augustea (pen & ink and pencil on paper) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); Lubeck Museum, Germany; (add.info.: gemma augustea is in Kunsthistorisches)

Background imageApotheose Collection: Napoleon: Apotheose, Apotheosis (engraving)

Napoleon: Apotheose, Apotheosis (engraving)
5999268 Napoleon: Apotheose, Apotheosis (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apotheose, Apotheosis)

Background imageApotheose Collection: The Apotheosis of Louis XVI (1754-93), also called Louis XVI held by an angel

The Apotheosis of Louis XVI (1754-93), also called Louis XVI held by an angel
CLG245285 The Apotheosis of Louis XVI (1754-93), also called Louis XVI held by an angel, 1825 (marble) by Bosio, Francois Joseph, baron (1768-1845); high 225 cm; Chapelle Expiatoire, Paris

Background imageApotheose Collection: Glorification of St. Ursula and her Companions

Glorification of St. Ursula and her Companions
FTB60739 Glorification of St. Ursula and her Companions by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); Gallerie dell Accademia, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageApotheose Collection: The Apotheosis of Homer, design for the ceiling of the Louvre, 1826-27 (pen & ink

The Apotheosis of Homer, design for the ceiling of the Louvre, 1826-27 (pen & ink
XIL229336 The Apotheosis of Homer, design for the ceiling of the Louvre, 1826-27 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 56.6x62 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lille

Background imageApotheose Collection: Study of Victory for the Apotheosis of Homer, 1826-27 (oil on canvas)

Study of Victory for the Apotheosis of Homer, 1826-27 (oil on canvas)
XIR75732 Study of Victory for the Apotheosis of Homer, 1826-27 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 26.5x27 cm; Musee Bonnat, Bayonne

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of St. James the Greater

Apotheosis of St. James the Greater
XAM74824 Apotheosis of St. James the Greater by Maulbertsch, Franz Anton (1724-96); Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna, Austria; German, out of copyright

Background imageApotheose Collection: The Apotheosis of the French Heros Who Died for Their Country During the War for Freedom

The Apotheosis of the French Heros Who Died for Their Country During the War for Freedom
XIR35420 The Apotheosis of the French Heros Who Died for Their Country During the War for Freedom, 1800-1802 (oil on canvas) by Girodet de Roucy-Trioson

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of Homer, 1827 (oil on canvas)

Apotheosis of Homer, 1827 (oil on canvas)
XIR61187 Apotheosis of Homer, 1827 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 386x512 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Homere deifie)

Background imageApotheose Collection: Odysseus, study for the Apotheosis of Homer, c. 1850 (oil on canvas)

Odysseus, study for the Apotheosis of Homer, c. 1850 (oil on canvas)
XIR260855 Odysseus, study for the Apotheosis of Homer, c.1850 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of Semele (oil on canvas)

Apotheosis of Semele (oil on canvas)
XIR226038 Apotheosis of Semele (oil on canvas) by Caron, Antoine (1520-99) (after); Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Saumur, France; (add.info)

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of Delacroix (oil on canvas)

Apotheosis of Delacroix (oil on canvas)
XIR192470 Apotheosis of Delacroix (oil on canvas) by Cezanne, Paul (1839-1906); 27x35 cm; Musee Granet, Aix-en-Provence, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageApotheose Collection: Study of Heads and Hands for the Apotheosis of Homer (oil on canvas)

Study of Heads and Hands for the Apotheosis of Homer (oil on canvas)
XIR201601 Study of Heads and Hands for the Apotheosis of Homer (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); Musee Fabre, Montpellier, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageApotheose Collection: Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) 1853 (oil on canvas) (see 429032 for detail)

Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) 1853 (oil on canvas) (see 429032 for detail)
XIR180456 Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) 1853 (oil on canvas) (see 429032 for detail) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageApotheose Collection: Homer, study for The Apotheosis of Homer, 1826-27 (oil on canvas)

Homer, study for The Apotheosis of Homer, 1826-27 (oil on canvas)
XIR208673 Homer, study for The Apotheosis of Homer, 1826-27 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); Musee Ingres, Montauban


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"Apotheose: A Glimpse into the Divine" In the realm of art, apotheosis serves as a powerful tool to elevate mortal beings and concepts to a divine status. From majestic oil paintings to intricate engravings, artists have sought to capture this ethereal transformation throughout history. One such example is the "Apotheosis of Napoleon III" painted in 1854. This grandiose masterpiece on canvas depicts the French emperor ascending towards godhood, his power and influence immortalized for eternity. Similarly, an engraving by Carl Joseph Geiger showcases Mozart's genius being exalted beyond human limitations in the "Apotheosis of Mozart. " Engravings continue to play a significant role in portraying apotheoses. The "Apotheose d'Hercule" engraving transports us into ancient mythology, where Hercules himself is deified after his heroic feats. Meanwhile, another engraving titled "Apotheose d'Homere" pays homage to Homer's literary prowess through an exquisite bas-relief antique. Even historical figures like Napoleon I find themselves subject to apotheotic representations. In a colored engraving aptly named "Apotheosis of Napoleon I, " we witness his transcendence from mere mortal ruler to legendary conqueror forever etched in time. Religious figures also experience their own celestial elevation through artistry. St Ignatius of Loyola achieves apotheosis in a captivating depiction found within the Refectory - his spiritual enlightenment radiating from every brushstroke or chisel mark. Not limited solely to paintings and engravings, sketches also contribute their unique charm when capturing these divine moments. The Gemma Augustea drawing reveals meticulous pen and ink work that brings forth its subjects' glorification with astonishing detail. Louis XVI himself becomes part of this artistic narrative as he is held aloft by an angel in "The Apotheosis of Louis XVI.