Cumaean Collection

The Lake of Avernus, Aeneas, the Cumaean Sybil, detail, 1814-15 (oil on canvas)
6200564 The Lake of Avernus, Aeneas, the Cumaean Sybil, detail, 1814-15 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

The Lake of Avernus, Aeneas, the Cumaean Sybil, detail, 1814-15 (oil on canvas)
6200565 The Lake of Avernus, Aeneas, the Cumaean Sybil, detail, 1814-15 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

The Lake of Avernus, Aeneas, the Cumaean Sybil, 1814-15 (oil on canvas)
6200563 The Lake of Avernus, Aeneas, the Cumaean Sybil, 1814-15 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Portrait of a Lady as the Cumaean Sibyl, 1778-1789 (oil on canvas)
990393 Portrait of a Lady as the Cumaean Sibyl, 1778-1789 (oil on canvas) by Home, Robert (1752-1834); 76.2x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady as the Cumaean Sibyl)

The Sibyls of Tibur, Delphi, Cumae and Hellespont, Carafa Chapel
703025 The Sibyls of Tibur, Delphi, Cumae and Hellespont, Carafa Chapel, Santa Maria sopra Minerva, Rome (fresco) by Capponi, (Raffaelo del Garbo) (1476-1524); Santa Maria sopra Minerva, Rome

Sibyl Reading A Book, Carpi, Ugo Da, 1480 Approximately 1532, Date Created Between 1500 And 1530, Chiaroscuro Woodcut, Color, 9 X 5 Cm, The Cumaean Sibyl, Full-length, Seated, Facing Right

Italy. Campania. Cumae. Acropolis. The Greek temple of Apoll
Italy. Campania. Cumae. Ancient city of Magna Graecia. Acropolis. The Greek temple of Apollo, attributed to mystic Dedalus, 5th century BC. Later Christian church

Italy. Campania. Cumae. Acropolis. Temple Zeus. 5th century
Italy. Campania. Cumae. Ancient city of Magna Graecia. Acropolis. Temple Zeus. 5th century BC. later converted into a paleochristian basilica. View of walls

The Cave of the Cumaean Sibyl. Cumae. Italy
The Cave of the Cumaean Sibyl, a trapezoidal passage that leads to an innermost chamber where the Sibyl was thought to have prophesied. Dated at 4th-3th centuries B.C. Cumae. Italy

Cumaean Sibyl & Jesus
The CUMAEAN SIBYL foretells the coming of Jesus - a pious invention of the early Christians, hoping to show that their faith had been predicted in ancient times Date: BC

The Cumaean Sybil
THE CUMAEAN SYBIL It was she who offered Tarquinius Superbus the Sybilline Prophecies

Drawings Prints, Print, Cumaean, Sibyl, fresco, Michelangelo, Sistine, Chapel, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Cumaean Sibyl after the fresco by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel, Artist, Artist, Intermediary draughtsman, After, Stephano Tofanelli, Michelangelo Buonarroti

Sibyl reading a book, Carpi, Ugo da, 1480 approximately 1532, Date Created between 1500 and 1530, chiaroscuro woodcut, color, 9 x 5 cm, the Cumaean Sibyl, full-length, seated, facing right

Aeneas and the Sibyl, c. 1800 (oil on canvas)
XYC189966 Aeneas and the Sibyl, c.1800 (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); 102.5x140.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Lake Avernus: Aeneas and the Cumaean Sybil, Joseph Mallord William Turner, 1775-1851, British

Cumaean Sibyl
THE CUMAEAN SIBYL

Cuman Sibyl
THE CUMAEAN SIBYL

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The Cumaean Sibyl, a figure steeped in ancient mythology and art, has captivated artists for centuries. Depicted in various forms, she is often portrayed as a wise and prophetic woman with deep knowledge of the future. One such depiction can be found on the exterior of the right wing of the Ghent Altarpiece from 1432. Painted by an unknown artist using oil on panel, this portrayal showcases the Cumaean Sibyl's enigmatic presence. Her gaze is intense and her expression holds secrets untold. On the left wing of the same altarpiece, we find another representation of both the Erythraean Sibyl and the Cumaean Sibyl. These two figures stand side by side, each exuding their own unique aura. Their inclusion adds an air of mysticism to this masterpiece. In another artwork titled "The Lake of Avernus, " painted in 1814-15 by an anonymous artist using oil on canvas, we see Aeneas alongside the Cumaean Sybil. The lake serves as a backdrop for their encounter, symbolizing their journey into unknown realms guided by her wisdom. Moving away from traditional depictions, there is also a portrait titled "Portrait of a Lady as the Cumaean Sibyl" created between 1778-1789. This painting captures not only her mythical qualities but also highlights her elegance and grace as she assumes this role. Beyond paintings lies Cumae itself—a place rich in history and mythological significance. Its Acropolis boasts structures like The Greek temple of Apollo and Temple Zeus dating back to different periods—testaments to its cultural importance throughout time. Lastly, let us not forget about The Cave of the Cumaean Sibyl—an iconic location associated with her prophecies that have fascinated generations over centuries. From ancient times to modern interpretations through artistry across mediums, the Cumaean Sibyl continues to intrigue and inspire.