Fauns Collection

Wall painting and ceiling decoration, Germany, early 19th century, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Wall painting and ceiling decoration, Germany, early 19th century, (1898). Figs 1-6: Wall and ceiling decorations from King Frederick Is work-room in the castle of Ludwigsburg [Ludwigsburg Palace

Two Fauns Carrying a Child, ca. 1513-15. Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
Two Fauns Carrying a Child, ca. 1513-15

Plate 7 from Pietro Paulo Bissari, Antiopa, 1662. Creator: Mathaus Küsel
Plate 7 from Pietro Paulo Bissari, Antiopa, 1662

Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035624 Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Allegory of Love Conquering Lust (oil on canvas)
1254388 Allegory of Love Conquering Lust (oil on canvas) by Garzi, Luigi (1638-1721); 75.7x62.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas)
6347370 The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas) by Gentileschi, Artemisia (1597-c.1651) & associate; 196.9x254.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

The painter Freidrich Konig (1847-1941) and Ida Kubelweiser a wood, c. 1910 (o / c)
FFA208777 The painter Freidrich Konig (1847-1941) and Ida Kubelweiser a wood, c.1910 (o/c) by Lenz, Maximilian (1860-1948); 100x229 cm; Private Collection

The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas)
6347361 The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas) by Gentileschi, Artemisia (1597-c.1651) & associate; 196.9x254.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas)
6347366 The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas) by Gentileschi, Artemisia (1597-c.1651) & associate; 196.9x254.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Depiction of a Roman Bacchanal from a sculpture on a labrum in the Pio Clementino Museum
6340192 Depiction of a Roman Bacchanal from a sculpture on a labrum in the Pio Clementino Museum by Sasso, Giovanni Antonio (19th century); (add.info)

L Apres-Midi d un Faune, engraving by H. Reidel, 1920 (pochoir print)
1123816 L Apres-Midi d un Faune, engraving by H. Reidel, 1920 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas)
6347356 The Triumph of Galatea (oil on canvas) by Gentileschi, Artemisia (1597-c.1651) & associate; 196.9x254.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Illustration from Hypnerotomachia Poliphili by Francesco Colonna, first published in 1499 (woodcut)
472278 Illustration from Hypnerotomachia Poliphili by Francesco Colonna, first published in 1499 (woodcut) by Italian School

A Scene from the Decameron, by Giovanni Boccaccio, c. 1492 (woodcut)
XJF359050 A Scene from the Decameron, by Giovanni Boccaccio, c.1492 (woodcut) by Italian School, (15th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pomona Surprised by Vertumnus and Other Suitors, 1535 / 40. Creator: Unknown
Pomona Surprised by Vertumnus and Other Suitors, from The Story of Vertumnus and Pomona, Brussels, 1535/40. Detail from a larger artwork

Pomona Surprised by Vertumnus and Other Suitors, from The Story of Vertumnus and Pomona, Brussels, 1535/40

A Witches Sabbath, c. 1650. Creator: Cornelis Saftleven
A Witches Sabbath, c. 1650

Satyr Family (Pan and his Family), from the Scherzi, ca. 1743-50

Satyr Family with the Obelisk, from the Scherzi, ca. 1743-50

Mythological tapestry, late 17th century (silk & wool)
693810 Mythological tapestry, late 17th century (silk & wool) by Flemish School, (17th century); 257x384 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Depicting the Triumph of Bacchus)

Birth of Bacchus, Wedgwood jasperware bas-relief or tablet (autotype)
6014463 Birth of Bacchus, Wedgwood jasperware bas-relief or tablet (autotype) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth of Bacchus)

Una (engraving)
979352 Una (engraving) by Frost, William Edward (1810-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: Una. A scene from Edmund Spensers poem The Faerie Queen. Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Satyr and Faun Embracing (black chalk on paper)
880408 Satyr and Faun Embracing (black chalk on paper) by Robert, Hubert (1733-1808); 20.6x17.3 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of the Joseph F

Oval plaque showing Freemasons badge (enamel)
WAG421344 Oval plaque showing Freemasons badge (enamel) by English School; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; (add.info.: faith, hope and charity)

An art deco sketch representing The Night of The Fauns a theme for one of the festivals or parties at the Excelsior Hotel, Lido, Venice, 1924 Date: 1924

The Warwick Vase (colour litho)
3093851 The Warwick Vase (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Warwick Vase)

Bystander masthead, 1929 - satryrs chasing lady motorist
Bystander masthead design from 10 July 1929 by Jorgen Myller showing a light hearted scene where a lady motorist is pursued by satyrs or fauns as she drives through woodland

The Northampton Vase, black figurie neck Amphora, probably Etruria, c
CH440538 The Northampton Vase, black figurie neck Amphora, probably Etruria, c.540 BC (ceramic) (see also 440539 and 440540) by Greek

Pomona Surprised by Vertumnus and Other Suitors, from The Story of Vertumnus and Pomona
2972833 Pomona Surprised by Vertumnus and Other Suitors, from The Story of Vertumnus and Pomona, 1535-40 (wool & silk, slit & double interlocking tapestry weave) by Flemish School

Schadenfreude (engraving)
5216925 Schadenfreude (engraving) by Knaus, Ludwig (1829-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schadenfreude. Illustration from Moderne Kunst in Meister-Holzschnitten (Richard Bong, Berlin)

A Bacchanalian Revel (oil on canvas)
869419 A Bacchanalian Revel (oil on canvas) by Etty, William (1787-1849); 111x143.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Les Petites Faunesses, 1896 (colour wood engraving)
880519 Les Petites Faunesses, 1896 (colour wood engraving) by Froment, Emile (fl.1896); 21.1x14.6 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Dionysos and satyrs, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438537 Dionysos and satyrs, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Faun (chromolitho)
975946 Faun (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faun. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Fauns (chromolitho)
1093749 Fauns (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fauns. Liebig educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Orpheus charms the wild animals (chromolitho)
1094445 Orpheus charms the wild animals (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orpheus charms the wild animals)

Young Satyr Running with a Birds Nest and Young Satyr Running with an Owl
491282 Young Satyr Running with a Birds Nest and Young Satyr Running with an Owl, 1770s (terracotta) by Clodion, Claude Michel (1738-1814); Birds nest - h:32.00 w:15.20 d:16.40 with base - h

Detail of The Northampton Vase, black figure neck amphora, probably Etruria, c
CH440575 Detail of The Northampton Vase, black figure neck amphora, probably Etruria, c.540 BC (ceramic) (see also 440538, 440539 and 440540) by Greek

Vision Mediterranea, eleven-leaf screen, c. 1925 (oil on giltwood panel)
CH440567 Vision Mediterranea, eleven-leaf screen, c.1925 (oil on giltwood panel) by Sert y Badia, Jose Maria (1876-1945); 358x800 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Spanish

Untitled [Four dancing figures] (pencil)
6200382 Untitled [Four dancing figures] (pencil) by Duncan, John (1866-1945); 20.3x12.7 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Sketch book with the number 13 written on the front cover)

Flotender Faun (etching & mezzotint)
880508 Flotender Faun (etching & mezzotint) by Jahn, Georg (1869-1941); 38.4x34.6 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; © Minneapolis Institute of Art; The William M. Ladd Collection

Bacchanal with a Dancing Couple in the Center. Creator: Willem Basse
Bacchanal with a Dancing Couple in the Center

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1771: A Pleasure Palace Dedicated to Bacchus, 1771

Satyr Carrying a Nymph, 1769 / 1771. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Satyr Carrying a Nymph, 1769/1771

Two Satyrs in a Forest, 1777. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Two Satyrs in a Forest, 1777

Satyr Carrying a Nymph on His Back, 1769 / 71. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Satyr Carrying a Nymph on His Back, 1769/71

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"Exploring the Enchanting World of Fauns: A Captivating Journey through Art and Mythology" Step into a realm where myth and art intertwine, as we delve into the captivating world of fauns. From wall paintings in Germany to timeless literary works, these mystical creatures have left an indelible mark on our cultural heritage. In early 19th century Germany, an unknown artist adorned walls with mesmerizing depictions of fauns. Their mischievous smiles and playful antics brought life to the room, creating a whimsical atmosphere that transported viewers to another time. Edward Knoblauch's play "The Faun" further immortalized these enchanting beings. Through his words, he unveiled their hidden depths - their wild nature juxtaposed with a yearning for connection and understanding. Marcantonio Raimondi's masterpiece "Two Fauns Carrying a Child" showcases the tenderness within these mythical creatures. As they cradle an innocent child, one cannot help but wonder about the untold stories behind this scene frozen in time. Pietro Paulo Bissari's plate from "Antiopa" takes us back to ancient Greece. Here we witness fauns engaging in joyous revelry alongside nymphs and satyrs – a celebration of love conquering lust. From Pierre Louys' "Les Chansons de Bilitis, " emerges an exquisite pochoir print illustrating sensuality intertwined with mythology, and is through such artistic expressions that fauns become symbols of desire and passion throughout history. Freidrich Konig's painting captures the essence of freedom as Ida Kubelweiser dances amidst nature's embrace. The wood serves as both backdrop and partner for her graceful movements - reminiscent of how fauns effortlessly blend into their surroundings. Once again, we encounter "The Triumph of Galatea, " depicted multiple times on canvas by various artists across different eras.