Fortitude Collection

Running of the bulls (Encierro), San Fermin festival, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain, Europe

Humphrey Jennings Fires Were Started (1943)

Bronze lion statue outside the HSBC Bank Headquarters, rubbing its paws is said to bring good luck, Central, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Allegory of Good Government, 1338-40 (fresco)
BEN58179 Allegory of Good Government, 1338-40 (fresco) by Lorenzetti, Ambrogio (1285-c.1348); Palazzo Pubblico, Siena, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Bull fighting, San Fermin festival, Plaza de Toros, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain, Europe

Firefighting Marines battle a huge blaze
December 7, 2011 - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Marines battle a huge blaze during a pit fuel fires training exercise at the burn pit

Firemen neutralize a fire
May 23, 2007 - Firemen neutralize a fire during a field training exercise at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina

Allegory of the glorious exploits of Swedish kings, 1693. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Allegory of the glorious exploits of Swedish kings, 1693

Allegory of Queen Dowager Hedvig Eleonora's guardianship, 1692. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Allegory of Queen Dowager Hedvig Eleonora's guardianship, 1692

Allegorical Figure of a Woman with a Club (Fortitude?), c.1740-1750. Creator: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Allegorical Figure of a Woman with a Club (Fortitude?), c.1740-1750

The cardinal virtue of Fortitude represented by a seated woman, her right hand on... ca. 1480-1520. Creator: Anon
The cardinal virtue of Fortitude represented by a seated woman, her right hand on a column (possibly a modern impression), ca. 1480-1520

Fortitude. Creator: Martin de Vos
Fortitude

Fortitudo. Creator: Master I. B
Fortitudo

Esquisse pour l'église Saint-Jacques-Saint-Christophe de la Villette : La Force, c.1843
Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Jacques-Saint-Christophe de la Villette : La Force, c.1843. Fortitude or Strength

Fortitude (or Strength) Flanked by Two Satyrs, n.d. Creator: Paolo Veronese
Fortitude (or Strength) Flanked by Two Satyrs, n.d

Fortitude (Study for the "Cabinet du roi" [King's Study]), 1541/45. Creator: Francesco Primaticcio
Fortitude (Study for the "Cabinet du roi" [King's Study]), 1541/45

Three Sketches: Fortitude, a Sandal, and Grotesques (recto); Sketches of Grotesques... 1560/69. Creator: Unknown
Three Sketches: Fortitude, a Sandal, and Grotesques (recto); Sketches of Grotesques, and Roman Cuirass (verso), 1560/69

Fortitude: Unexecuted Design for the Monument to the First Duke of Marlborough, c. 1733

Fortitude, plate 36 from Genii and Virtues, c.1465. Creator: Unknown
Fortitude, plate 36 from Genii and Virtues, c.1465

New York City, Manhattan, NY Public Library, Fortitude Lion Statue

In harness across the ice, illustration from The Romance of Canada (colour litho)
IL283071 In harness across the ice, illustration from The Romance of Canada (colour litho) by Stott, W.R.S. (1878-1939); Private Collection

Allegory of the Fortress, Detail of the vault (fresco)
6336444 Allegory of the Fortress, Detail of the vault (fresco) by Jacopo di Cione, (fl.1368-94); Palazzo dei Giudici e dei Notai, Florence

Guided by Matchless Fortitude, To Peace and Truth Thy Glorious Way Hast Ploughed, 1919 (w / c on paper)
2616720 Guided by Matchless Fortitude, To Peace and Truth Thy Glorious Way Hast Ploughed, 1919 (w/c on paper) by Matthews

Triumph of Glory announced by Fame standing among the Cardinal Virtues, 1743 (fresco)
5949091 Triumph of Glory announced by Fame standing among the Cardinal Virtues, 1743 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Loschi Motterle, Vicenza, Veneto

Allegorical tapestry, Brussels, late 16th - early 17th century (silk & wool)
2974823 Allegorical tapestry, Brussels, late 16th - early 17th century (silk & wool) by Reymbouts, Martin (16th-17th century) (workshop of); 343x390 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

King David weeping and praying for the life of his sick child
3057872 King David weeping and praying for the life of his sick child, and then accepting with fortitude the childs death, c.1896 (stained glass) by Burne-Jones

Entrance to Mr. Holdens Family Vault in St. Bride s
Entrance to Mr. Holdens Family Vault in St. Brides churchyard, one of the few relics after the Fire of London 1666. Built in 1657 with coat of arms above the door

Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II
XIR345884 Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany and Marguerite of Foix, 1502-07 (plaster cast from marble) (b/w photo) by Colombe

Art and Commerce; Justice; Prudence; Temperance; and Fortitude, (pencil
824130 Art and Commerce; Justice; Prudence; Temperance; and Fortitude, (pencil, pen and brown ink on mount) by Thornhill, James (1675-1734); 20.3x17.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

La Force, a personification of Fortitude, 1743 (oil on canvas)
752342 La Force, a personification of Fortitude, 1743 (oil on canvas) by Nattier, Jean-Marc (1685-1766); 130.8x113.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Ms Hunter 36 f. 110r The Three Scenes of the Temptation, from Vita Christi
GUL232028 Ms Hunter 36 f.110r The Three Scenes of the Temptation, from Vita Christi, by Ludolf of Saxony, c.1300-77/78 (vellum) by German School, (14th century); Glasgow University Library

This Superbly Elegant Frontispiece (engraving)
816321 This Superbly Elegant Frontispiece (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: This Superbly Elegant Frontispiece Represents Britannia (attended by Prudence)

Triumph of Federigo da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino; Federigo
SCP69441 Triumph of Federigo da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino; Federigo and the four Cardinal Virtues in a triumphal car drawn by white unicorns, winged Victory holding the ducal coronet

Ms 43-1950 (5v) Christs Temptation, Daniel destroying Bel
FIT274590 Ms 43-1950 (5v) Christs Temptation, Daniel destroying Bel, from Speculum Humanae Salvationis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); 14.3x19.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Allegory of Strength (wood and bronze)
FTB165433 Allegory of Strength (wood and bronze) by Brustolon, Andrea (1662-1732); Ca Rezzonico, Museo del Settecento, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Virtue of Fortitude, Tomb of Saint Peter, c. 1336 (marble)
3496976 Virtue of Fortitude, Tomb of Saint Peter, c.1336 (marble) by Balduccio, Giovanni (1290-1339); Chiesa di Sant Eusebio, Peglio, Como, Lombardy

Guided by Matchless Fortitude, by Julia Matthews, WW1
Guided by Matchless Fortitude, To Peace and Truth Thy Glorious Way Hast Ploughed, watercolour by Julia Matthews, First World War. circa 1918

Fortitude (engraving)
3505665 Fortitude (engraving) by Matham, Jacob (1571-1631); 21.75x14.61 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Dimensions)

Virtue of Fortitude, Tomb of Saint Peter, c. 1336 (marble) (detail of 3496976)
3496969 Virtue of Fortitude, Tomb of Saint Peter, c.1336 (marble) (detail of 3496976) by Balduccio, Giovanni (1290-1339); Chiesa di Sant Eusebio, Peglio, Como, Lombardy

Strength, fascimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD328109 Strength, fascimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Cicognara, Antonio (fl.1483-1500) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Women, 1861 (oil on canvas)
491570 The Women, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Charlton, John (1849-1917); 244.3x152.2 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

David Consoled, c. 1896 (stained glass)
6313612 David Consoled, c.1896 (stained glass) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 416.5x89 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Fortitude (David Consoled), c. 1896 (stained glass)
6313611 Fortitude (David Consoled), c.1896 (stained glass) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 416.5x89 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Statues on the outside of Guildhall, City of London (litho)
5226796 Statues on the outside of Guildhall, City of London (litho) by Carter, John (1748-1817) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statues on the outside of Guildhall, City of London)

The Reynolds Window depicting the Seven Virtues (hand-coloured engraving)
778188 The Reynolds Window depicting the Seven Virtues (hand-coloured engraving) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92) (after); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Fortitude (or Strength) Flanked by Two Satyrs (brush & brown wash
2971461 Fortitude (or Strength) Flanked by Two Satyrs (brush & brown wash, heightened with lead white (partially oxidized), over black chalk, on blue laid paper, squared in black chalk) by Veronese

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Fortitude, a virtue that transcends time and place, is exemplified in various forms across the globe. In the heart of Pamplona, Spain, during the exhilarating Running of the Bulls (Encierro) at the renowned San Fermin festival, one witnesses an awe-inspiring display of fortitude. As brave souls sprint through narrow streets alongside raging bulls, their determination and resilience shine through. In Humphrey Jennings' iconic film "Fires Were Started, " we witness another manifestation as firefighters battle a massive blaze with unwavering courage. Their selflessness and dedication to protecting lives and property serve as a testament to human strength in times of adversity. A bronze lion statue outside HSBC Bank Headquarters stands proudly in London's financial district. Legend has it that rubbing its paws brings good luck—a symbolic act embodying fortitude as individuals seek prosperity amidst challenges. The Plaza de Toros in Pamplona hosts gripping bullfights during the San Fermin festival. Here, matadors demonstrate immense bravery while facing formidable beasts head-on—an embodiment intertwined with tradition and culture. Across continents, standing Buddha statues symbolize inner strength and resilience against life's trials. These serene figures inspire us to cultivate our own fortitude when faced with obstacles on our spiritual journey. Andrea Mantegna's masterpiece "Triumph of the Virtues" depicts Fortitude among other virtues triumphing over vices—a reminder that moral courage can conquer all adversities encountered along life's path. In Canada's icy landscapes depicted in "The Romance of Canada, " pioneers harnessed their physical strength to traverse treacherous terrains—showcasing not only their endurance but also their indomitable spirit rooted in fortitude. An allegorical fresco titled "Allegory of the Fortress" portrays fortified walls guarding against external threats—an emblematic representation highlighting how steadfastness protects what is dear to us.