Baucis Collection

Philemon and Baucis, two hospitable cottagers, ask the gods that they may die together, so P is turned into an oak tree and B to a linden, their branches intertwining

Philemon Baucis Myth Classical Humble Cottagers
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Jupiter and Mercury with Baucis and Philemon, c. 1650. Creator: Nicolaes Lauwers
Jupiter and Mercury with Baucis and Philemon, c. 1650

Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis, ca. 1627-70. Creator: Anon
Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis, ca. 1627-70

Jupiter Visits with Philemon and Bacchus, 1809. Creator: Carl Russ
Jupiter Visits with Philemon and Bacchus, 1809

Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Philemon and Baucis, 1612. Creator: Hendrik Goudt
Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Philemon and Baucis, 1612

"I am old Philemon!"murmured the oak, illustration from
STC411997 " I am old Philemon!" murmured the oak, illustration from A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 1928 (colour litho) by Rackham

Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis in Philemon and Baucis
Sigrid Arnoldson, Swedish opera singer, coloratura soprano, as Baucis in Gounods opera Philemon and Baucis Date: 1890s

Philemon et Baucis (engraving)
2793359 Philemon et Baucis (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philemon et Baucis. Illustration for La Mythologie by Rene Menard (Delagrave, 1878)

Eleus orange forester and Neaves banded judy butterfly
Eleus orange forester, Euphaedra eleus, upper side 1, under side 2, and Neaves banded judy, Abisara neavei, upper side 3, under side 4. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

The strangers entertained
3783951 The strangers entertained by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); (add.info.: The strangers entertained - Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants in the house of Philemon and Baucis)

A scaly set of rascals, illustration from A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys
STC411996 A scaly set of rascals, illustration from A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 1928 (colour litho) by Rackham

Charles Gounod (chromolitho)
734783 Charles Gounod (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Gounod. Liebig card)

Madame Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis in "Philemon et Baucis"(b / w photo)
1603393 Madame Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis in " Philemon et Baucis" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mlle Sigrid Arnoldson, as Baucis in Gounods Opera, "Philemon and Baucis"(b / w photo)
726405 Mlle Sigrid Arnoldson, as Baucis in Gounods Opera, " Philemon and Baucis" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mlle Sigrid Arnoldson)

Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants
3783947 Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); (add.info.: The strangers in the village - Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants arrive in the village where Philemon)

Philemon and Baucis, 1658. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Philemon and Baucis, 1658

Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Baucis and Philemon, 18th century

Jupiter and Mercury reveal themselves to Philemon and Baucis, 1809. Central theme is the virtue of hospitality

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Poor cottagers Philemon and Baucis (husband and wife) entertained the (disguised) travellers Mercury and Jupiter so well that their cottage was transformed into a palace. Date: circa 780 BC

The strangers entertained - Greek mythology
Philemon and Baucis, an old married couple, welcomed Zeus and Hermes to their home when the gods arrived, disguised as ordinary peasants. In this illustration, they are providing them with a meal

Philemon Baucis beg Jupiter stay together box
Philemon and Baucis beg Jupiter to stay together (in box with 43 drawings), (story of) Philemon and Baucis, Louis Fabritius Dubourg, 1744, paper, ink, pencil, brush, h 123 mm × w 123 mm

Jupiter Mercury Philemon Baucis Mercury sit table
Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis, Jupiter and Mercury sit at the table in the home of the elderly couple Philemon and Baucis

Jupiter Mercury House Philemon Baucis Hendrik Goudt
Jupiter and Mercury at the House of Philemon and Baucis. Hendrik Goudt (Dutch, 1585-1630). Engraving

The opera Philemon & Baucis
Jupiter courting the young Baucis in front of her husband Philemon. Artist: Alan Wright Date: 1912

Landscape with Philemon and Baucis c. 1625 (oil on panel)
XOS1109192 Landscape with Philemon and Baucis c.1625 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 146x208.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

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"Philemon and Baucis: The Myth of Classical Humble Cottagers" In the enchanting tale of Philemon and Baucis, we are transported to a world where simplicity reigns supreme. This myth, depicted beautifully in Hendrik Goudt's painting "Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Philemon and Baucis, " tells the story of an elderly couple who unknowingly welcome gods into their humble abode. "I am old Philemon. " murmured the oak, as if echoing the wisdom that comes with age. Sigrid Arnoldson embodies Baucis' character flawlessly in her portrayal on stage, capturing the essence of this legendary figure. The engraving "Philemon et Baucis" further immortalizes their story, showcasing their devotion to each other amidst a backdrop filled with Eleus orange foresters and Neaves banded judy butterflies - symbols of nature's beauty intertwined with human love. When Jupiter and Mercury arrive at their doorstep disguised as weary travelers seeking shelter they can met with open arms by these kind-hearted souls. The strangers entertained them graciously despite their meager means, exemplifying true hospitality. As Charles Gounod's opera adaptation suggests through its chromolitho depiction featuring Madame Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis, music brings this timeless tale to life. Mlle Sigrid Arnoldson captivates audiences worldwide with her performance in "Philemon et Baucis, " evoking emotions that transcend language barriers. Through various artistic interpretations spanning centuries, Philemon and Baucis continue to inspire us today. Their selflessness reminds us that kindness knows no bounds - even when faced with scaly rascals or challenging circumstances like those illustrated in Nathaniel Hawthorne's "A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys. " Let us embrace the spirit of Philemon and Baucis; let love guide our actions, and may we always find beauty in the simplest of things.