Beseech Collection

The Raising of Lazarus, c. 1305 (fresco) (pre-restoration) (see also 192699)
BEN65206 The Raising of Lazarus, c.1305 (fresco) (pre-restoration) (see also 192699) by Giotto (Giotto di Bondone) (c.1266-1337); Scrovegni (Arena) Chapel, Padua

Cupid and Psyche - Palace Green Murals - Psyche at the Shrines of Juno and Ceres
BIR185873 Cupid and Psyche - Palace Green Murals - Psyche at the Shrines of Juno and Ceres, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Burne-Jones

The Prudent Abigail
SCP38652 The Prudent Abigail by Escalante, Juan Antonio (1633-70); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

Shaksperes "King Lear"at the Lyceum Theatre (litho)
1603717 Shaksperes " King Lear" at the Lyceum Theatre (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Now they earnestly beseech him, implore him with tears, to return and save that city (litho)
2794937 Now they earnestly beseech him, implore him with tears, to return and save that city (litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Now they earnestly beseech him)

Psyche and Ceres, 1866 (woodcut)
3726006 Psyche and Ceres, 1866 (woodcut) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98) (after); 10.5x8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Psyche and Juno, 1866 (woodcut)
3726007 Psyche and Juno, 1866 (woodcut) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98) (after); 10.7x8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Ceiling of the Hotel de La Riviere (detail of Psyche begging Juno), 1653 (oil on canvas)
XIR904116 Ceiling of the HAśtel de La RiviAšre (detail of Psyche begging Juno), 1653 (oil on canvas) by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Volumnia before Coriolanus
BAL35718 Volumnia before Coriolanus by Valckenborch, Gillis van (c.1570-1622); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Flemish, out of copyright

Tramp asks a horrified lady for a hairpin to clean his pipe
A Tramp asks a horrified smart lady, seated on a park bench for a hairpin to clean his pipe! Weary Willy seating himself beside nervous Miss Jones) - Will yer lend me a nairpin, Lidy

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"Beseech: A Plea for Divine Intervention and Human Compassion" In the realm of art, beseeching takes center stage as a powerful expression of human longing and desperation. From ancient frescoes to theatrical lithographs, the act of beseeching transcends time and medium, captivating our hearts with its raw emotion. One such depiction is "The Raising of Lazarus, " a mesmerizing fresco from 1305. With outstretched arms and tear-filled eyes, onlookers can almost hear the desperate pleas for Lazarus's resurrection echoing through the ages. This scene reminds us that even in our darkest moments, we have an innate need to beseech higher powers for salvation. Moving forward in time, we encounter "Cupid and Psyche - Palace Green Murals. " Here, Psyche finds herself at the shrines of Juno and Ceres, fervently imploring their favor. The delicate woodcuts from 1866 capture her vulnerability as she seeks guidance amidst trials and tribulations. These images serve as a testament to humanity's eternal quest for divine intervention during times of adversity. Beseeching extends beyond spiritual realms; it also encompasses our interactions with fellow humans. In "The Prudent Abigail, " we witness a woman pleading with David not to seek revenge but instead choose peace. Her earnest entreaty demonstrates how compassion can soften even the hardest hearts. Shakespearean drama further explores this theme in his timeless masterpiece "King Lear. " At London's Lyceum Theatre, audiences were captivated by lithographic renditions showcasing characters desperately begging Lear to return and save their city from ruin. These illustrations remind us that sometimes it is ordinary people who must implore those in power to make righteous choices. Artistic masterpieces continue to portray beseeching throughout history – whether it be Psyche entreating Ceres or Juno depicted on ceilings adorned with oil paintings at the Hotel La Riviere.