Elissa Collection

The Departure of Dido and Aeneas for the Hunt, between 1772 and 1774. Creator: Jean Bernard Restout
The Departure of Dido and Aeneas for the Hunt, between 1772 and 1774

Aeneas and Dido Fleeing the Storm, between c1772 and c1774. Creator: Jean Bernard Restout
Aeneas and Dido Fleeing the Storm, between c1772 and c1774

Dido at the stake summoning the gods. Creator: Kauffmann, Angelika (1741-1807)
Dido at the stake summoning the gods. Private Collection

Dido and Aeneas, c1630. Creator: Rutilio di Lorenzo Manetti
Dido and Aeneas, c1630

Suicide of Queen Dido, c.1800. Creator: Anon
Suicide of Queen Dido, c.1800

Dido's Sacrifice to Juno, 1630. Creator: Pieter Lastman
Dido's Sacrifice to Juno, 1630

Death of Dido, 1663-1733. Creator: Gerard Hoet
Death of Dido, 1663-1733

Dido receiving Aeneas and Cupid disguised as Ascanius, 1710. Creator: Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747)
Dido receiving Aeneas and Cupid disguised as Ascanius, 1710. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Aeneas and Dido, 1739-1740. Creator: Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747)
Aeneas and Dido, 1739-1740. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Portrait de Mademoiselle Duchesnois (1777-1835), sociétaire de la Comédie... between 1805 and 1837
Portrait de Mademoiselle Duchesnois (1777-1835), societaire de la Comedie-Francaise, dans le role de Didon, between 1805 and 1837

The Death of Dido, First third of 17th cen.. Creator: De Rosa (Annella di Massimo), Diana (1602-1643)
The Death of Dido, First third of 17th. Private Collection

Aeneas and Dido, 17th century. Creator: Pasinelli, Lorenzo (1629-1700)
Aeneas and Dido, 17th century. Found in the collection of the Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

The Suicide of Dido, c. 1520/1530. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
The Suicide of Dido, c. 1520/1530

The Inseparables, Elissa Landi and Pat Aherne
Elissa Landi and Pat Aherne in Whitehall romantic film The Inseparables, directed by Adelqui Millar Date: 1929

Dido holding a dagger in her right hand, left arm outstreched, ca. 1510. Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
Dido holding a dagger in her right hand, left arm outstreched, ca. 1510

Dido, mid to late 18th century. Creator: Louis Marin Bonnet
Dido, mid to late 18th century

A scene from Yellow Ticket (1931) with Elissa Landi
A scene from Yellow Ticket (Fox Studios / 1931) with Elissa Landi (wearing a Dolly Tree gown) and Lionel Barrymore Date: 1931

Elissa Landi, Italian actress. Date: 1934

Ms Hunter 208 f. 67r Dido embarking Sychaeus Treasure
GUL174557 Ms Hunter 208 f.67r Dido embarking Sychaeus Treasure, from The Fall of Princes, by Giovanni Boccaccio (1313-75) 1472 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Glasgow University Library

Dido building Carthage
3892951 Dido building Carthage by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Dido building Carthage or The Rise of the Carthaginian Empire)

Didos Sacrifice to Juno, 1630 (oil on oak)
3930929 Didos Sacrifice to Juno, 1630 (oil on oak) by Lastman, Pieter (1583-1633); 73.8x106 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Dido, queen of Carthage and the widow of Acerbas)

The Death of Dido, 1631 (oil on canvas)
704468 The Death of Dido, 1631 (oil on canvas) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); 237x335 cm; Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Dido)

Dido burning herself at the stake. Creator: Elliger, Ottmar (Ottomar)
Dido burning herself at the stake. Found in the collection of State Open-air Museum Tsarskoye Selo, St. Petersburg

Suicide of Dido. Creator: Stefano della Bella
Suicide of Dido

The Suicide of Dido, 1650-1700. Creator: Unknown
The Suicide of Dido, 1650-1700

Didos sacrifice to Juno, 1630. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

The Death of Dido, ca 1510-1511. Found in the Collection of Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna

The abandoned Dido. Artist: Battaglioli, Francesco (1722-1790)
The abandoned Dido. Found in the collection of Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, Madrid

The Death of Dido, ca 400. Artist: Master of the Vatican Vergil (active ca 400)
The Death of Dido, ca 400. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana

Elissa Landi, Italian born actress, 1934-1935
Elissa Landi, Italian born actress, 1933. Landi (1904-1948) was a popular star of Hollywood films of the 1920s and 1930s. Born Elisabeth Marie Christine Kuhnelt

Elissa Landi, Italian born actress, 1933. Landi (1904-1948) was a popular star of Hollywood films of the 1920s and 1930s. Rumoured to be a descendant of Emperor Franz Josef of Austria

Dido building Carthage. Artist: Pittoni, Giovan Battista (1687-1767)
Dido building Carthage. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Death of Dido, Early16th cen Artist: Liberale da Verona (1441-1526)
The Death of Dido, Early16th cen.. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Dido building Carthage (The Rise of the Carthaginian Empire), 1815. Artist: Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851)
Dido building Carthage (The Rise of the Carthaginian Empire), 1815. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Elissa Landi (1904 - 1948), Film actress of Austrian extraction, leading lady of the 1930s

The Death of Dido (oil on canvas)
XIR179981 The Death of Dido (oil on canvas) by Sacchi, Andrea (1599-1661); 139.5x148 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; (add.info)

VIRGIL: THE AENEID. The Death of Dido. Line engraving by Marcantanio Raimondi (c1475-c1534)

Elissa Landi / Postcard
ELISSA LANDI Film actress of Austrian extraction, leading lady of the 1930s

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Elissa, the name that echoes through time. Just like the tragic queen of Carthage, Dido, who captivated hearts and minds with her tale of love and betrayal. Elissa Landi and Pat Aherne brought their own version of "The Inseparables" to life, leaving an indelible mark on the silver screen. In the world of art, Dido's image is immortalized in various forms. From Marcantonio Raimondi's depiction of a determined Dido holding a dagger in her right hand to Louis Marin Bonnet's elegant portrayal in the mid to late 18th century. Even Henry Fuseli sketched a poignant scene for "Dido on the Funeral Pyre, " showcasing his artistic prowess. Giuseppe Diamantini captured the essence of despair as he painted "The Suicide of Dido, " surrounded by countless figures mourning her tragic fate. And let us not forget Elissa Landi herself, gracing our screens in Yellow Ticket (1931), captivating audiences with her talent and beauty. But beyond these works lies another story waiting to be discovered - Ms Hunter 208 f. 67r reveals an intriguing glimpse into Dido embarking Sychaeus Treasure, adding depth to this mythical character's narrative. From building Carthage to sacrificing herself before Juno's altar, every brushstroke tells a tale untold until now. The death of Dido depicted by talented artists such as those behind "Didos Sacrifice to Juno" or "The Death of Dido" transports us back centuries ago when passion ruled empires. Elissa may have been just a name at first glance but delve deeper into history and artistry; you'll find layers upon layers waiting for your exploration.