Countenance Collection

Macedonian Empire
If the prophecies of Daniel are rightly interpreted, his four-horned goat represents MACEDONIAN EMPIRE ruled by an evil king of mysterious countenance

2 pesetas bill (Spain, 1938)

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Advertising poster of the Soviet film El carnet del Partido (The Party's Card). Poster by Pedraza Blanco

Costume design for Don Bartolo, from The Marriage of Figaro
GIA938513 Costume design for Don Bartolo, from The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1905 (colour litho) by Caramba

That Wild Wheel (engraving)
1055915 That Wild Wheel (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: That Wild Wheel)

"Those who apprehended him were amazed at his serene countenance"(engraving)
2780778 " Those who apprehended him were amazed at his serene countenance" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Despatch from Trebizond;Some news is come that turns their countenances
658271 Despatch from Trebizond; Some news is come that turns their countenances - Shakespeare, c.1873 (oil on canvas) by Wallis

Illustration for The Last of the Mohicans (colour litho)
3633832 Illustration for The Last of the Mohicans (colour litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Masquerader)

Kenny Meadows: The Solicitor (engraving)
5989551 Kenny Meadows: The Solicitor (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Solicitor)

The Trail of the Sword, by Gilbert Parker (litho)
1627372 The Trail of the Sword, by Gilbert Parker (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trail of the Sword, by Gilbert Parker)

MEAN-LOOKING SOLICITOR
A mean-looking solicitor. I grant your worship that he is a knave, sir, but yet God forbid, sir, but a knave should have some countenance. Date: 1840

Medici porcelain. Three grotesque-style spouts. Renaissance art. Cinquecento. China / Porcelain. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. HAUTS-DE-SEINE. S趲 es. Sevres National Museum for Ceramics

ZURBARAN, Francisco de (1598-1664). Holy Face. 1631. Baroque art. Oil on canvas. EUROPE. SPAIN. ANDALUSIA. Sevilla. Parroquia de San Pedro

Head of young boy. 3rd BC. Etruscan art. Sculpture on bronze. ITALY. TUSCANY. Florence. National Museum of Archaeology

ZURBARAN, Francisco de (1598-1664). SPAIN. Arcos de la Frontera. Basilica of Saint Mary. The Holy Face. Painting

Helmet with Mask. 50. Iron and silver. Roman art. Early Empire. SYRIA. Damascus. National Museum. Proc: SYRIA. HOMS. Homs. Necropolis of Emesa

Antropomorphic stela. Chalcolithic. Sculpture on rock. FRANCE. PROVENCE ALPES CԔ E D AZUR. VAUCLUSE. Avignon. Mus饠 Calvet (Calvet Museum)

Charles VI (1685-1740). Holy Roman Emperor, King of Bohemia (as Charles II), Hungary and Croatia (as Charles III), Archduke of Austria. Coin. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona

Drawings Prints, Print, English, Curiositiy, Foreigner, Stared, Out, Countenance
Drawings and Prints, Print, English Curiositiy or The Foreigner Stared Out of Countenance, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel William Fores, British, London 1757-1827 London, British

English Curiosity Foreigner Stared Out Countenance
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Stage Coach Passengers Asleep, Plate 43 to Eccentric Excursions, or
XJF473760 Stage Coach Passengers Asleep, Plate 43 to Eccentric Excursions, or. Literary & Pictorial sketches of Countenance, Character and Country, in

The Resurrection His countenance was like lightning and his raiment white as snow: And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men. Matthew 28-29

Angel of the Lord on the stone of the sepulchre. His countenance was like lightning and his raiment white as snow. Illustration by JJ Tissot for his Life of Our Saviour Jesus Christ 1897. Oleograph

Helmet with Mask. 50. Made of iron and silver. Roman art. Early Empire. SYRIA. Damascus. National Museum. Proc: SYRIA. Homs. Necropolis of Emesa

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Countenance is a fascinating concept that transcends time and culture, as evidenced by its presence in various historical artifacts. From the mighty Macedonian Empire to the Spanish Civil War, it has played a significant role in human history. In the annals of ancient Macedonia, countenance was revered as a symbol of power and authority. The rulers of this empire possessed an aura that emanated from their regal countenances, commanding respect and admiration from their subjects. Fast forward to Spain in 1938 when countenance found its way onto the 2 pesetas bill. Amidst the chaos of the Spanish Civil War, this currency bore witness to countless struggles etched on people's faces - fear, determination, resilience. Even advertising posters during this tumultuous period captured countenances filled with hope or despair. They served as reminders of humanity's ability to endure even in times of great adversity. Moving beyond politics and war, it also made its mark on art through Medici porcelain. Three grotesque-style spouts adorned these delicate pieces, showcasing intricate facial expressions that conveyed emotions ranging from joy to sorrow. The renowned painter Francisco de Zurbaran immortalized countenance in his masterpiece "Holy Face. " Painted in 1631, this haunting depiction exuded serenity while evoking deep spiritual contemplation. Sculpture too embraced countenance's allure with a head of a young boy dating back to Etruscan art from the 3rd century BC. This captivating piece showcased exquisite craftsmanship while capturing innocence and youthfulness frozen for eternity. Even theatrical costume design incorporated countenance into its creations. Don Bartolo's attire for "The Marriage of Figaro" reflected not only his character but also his demeanor through carefully crafted garments that mirrored his personality. Countenances have been immortalized throughout history through engravings like "That Wild Wheel, " which depicted intense emotions etched onto people's faces, leaving viewers captivated by their expressions.