Ermin Collection

The Ermine as a Symbol of Purity, c. 1494 (pen and brown ink over black on paper)
FIT167665 The Ermine as a Symbol of Purity, c.1494 (pen and brown ink over black on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); diameter: 9.1 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Earl and Countess of Mexborough, with their son Lord Pollington, 1761-64 (oil on canvas)
LMG138300 Earl and Countess of Mexborough, with their son Lord Pollington, 1761-64 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 236x292 cm; Doddington Hall, Lincolnshire

Costume design for The King, in the Garden, from Sleeping Beauty, 1922 (colour litho)
STC133663 Costume design for The King, in the Garden, from Sleeping Beauty, 1922 (colour litho) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Francis I (1494-1547) Touching for the Kings Evil at Bologna (fresco)
BBC186492 Francis I (1494-1547) Touching for the Kings Evil at Bologna (fresco) by Cignani, Carlo (1628-1719); Palazzo Comunale, Bologna

Frederick V as King of Bohemia, 1634 (oil on canvas)
2057779 Frederick V as King of Bohemia, 1634 (oil on canvas) by Honthorst, Gerrit van (1590-1656); Kurpfalzisches Museum, Heidelberg

Costume design for Marshal Cantalabutte, from Sleeping Beauty, 1921 (colour litho)
STC133684 Costume design for Marshal Cantalabutte, from Sleeping Beauty, 1921 (colour litho) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Master of Soup, Ottoman period, third quarter of 18th century (w / c on paper)
UOL120693 Master of Soup, Ottoman period, third quarter of 18th century (w/c on paper) by Turkish School, (18th century); 32x20 cm; School of Oriental and African Studies Library

Portrait of Countess Livia da Porto Thiene and her Daughter, Portia, c
WLT204691 Portrait of Countess Livia da Porto Thiene and her Daughter, Portia, c.1551 (oil on canvas) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); 208.4x121 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Portrait of Marie Leczinska (1703-68) Queen of France (pastel on paper) (see 173610
XIR173609 Portrait of Marie Leczinska (1703-68) Queen of France (pastel on paper) (see 173610 for pair) by Lundberg, Gustav (1695-1786); ChAteau de Versailles

Portrait of Ferdinand I (1549-1609) Grand Duke of Tuscany, and his Niece Marie (1573-1642)
XIR160681 Portrait of Ferdinand I (1549-1609) Grand Duke of Tuscany, and his Niece Marie (1573-1642), future wife of Henri IV (oil on canvas) by Pourbus

Ermine (Mustela erminea) hunting, illustration Zoology, Mammals, Carnivores

Ermin Street Roman Road
A section of the Roman Road called Ermin Street, here seen running north from Bulls Cross, towards the gates of Theobalds Park, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, England. Date: 1950s

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"The Ermine: A Symbol of Purity and Power" The ermine, a small yet majestic creature, has long been revered for its symbolic significance. In the artwork "The Ermine as a Symbol of Purity, " created in 1494, we see the artist's interpretation of this noble animal. With delicate pen strokes over black ink on paper, the ermine is depicted as a representation of purity and innocence. Fast forward to 1761-64, where we find the Earl and Countess of Mexborough posing with their son Lord Pollington in an oil painting. The presence of an ermine fur draped around the countess' shoulders signifies their high social status and power. Moving into the realm of fairy tales, a costume design from 1922 showcases "The King" in Sleeping Beauty. Adorned with regal attire embellished with images of ermines, this character exudes authority and elegance. In another historical context, Francis I is portrayed touching individuals afflicted by the King's Evil at Bologna through a fresco. This act symbolizes his divine right to heal others while being protected by the purity associated with ermines. Shifting gears to politics, Frederick V is depicted as King of Bohemia in 1634. His royal robe features intricate patterns resembling ermines that emphasize his sovereignty and grandeur. Returning to Sleeping Beauty but focusing on Marshal Cantalabutte this time; his costume design from 1921 highlights his importance through ornate details including an elegant cape adorned with images reminiscent of these graceful creatures. Delving into Ottoman history during the third quarter of the 18th century reveals a watercolor masterpiece by Master Soup depicting an elegant scene featuring an exquisite depiction showcasing an ermine amidst opulent surroundings - reflecting both luxury and power. Portraits also capture moments when individuals sought to convey their prestige using symbolism such as Countess Livia da Porto Thiene and her daughter, Portia.