Gaius Marcius Coriolanus Collection

Interview Between Coriolanus and His Wife and Mother, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Interview Between Coriolanus and His Wife and Mother, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier

Mr Vandenhoff as Coriolanus, Coriolanus, Act II, Scene III (engraving)
971677 Mr Vandenhoff as Coriolanus, Coriolanus, Act II, Scene III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Vandenhoff as Coriolanus, Coriolanus, Act II)

Coriolanus, Act V, Scene III (engraving)
971679 Coriolanus, Act V, Scene III (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coriolanus, Act V, Scene III)

Mr Creswick as Coriolanus, Coriolanus, Act V, Scene III (engraving)
971680 Mr Creswick as Coriolanus, Coriolanus, Act V, Scene III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Creswick as Coriolanus, Coriolanus, Act V, Scene III)

Gaius Marcius Coriolanus, Roman general (engraving)
2788664 Gaius Marcius Coriolanus, Roman general (engraving) by Burghers, Michael (1647-1727); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gaius Marcius Coriolanus, Roman general)

Volumnia Reproaching Brutus and Sicinius (Coriolanus), c1870. Artist: J Stephenson
Volumnia Reproaching Brutus and Sicinius (Coriolanus), c1870. From The Works of Shakspere, by Charles Knight. [Virtue & Co. Limited, London, c1870]

Coriolanus parting from his Wife and Family, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Coriolanus parting from his Wife and Family, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

O my mother, thou hast saved Rome, but thou hast lost thy son, c1912 (1912). Artist: Ernest Dudley Heath
O my mother, thou hast saved Rome, but thou hast lost thy son, c1912 (1912). Veturia was a Roman matron and mother of the Roman general Gaius Marcius Coriolanus

Volumnie and Veturie in front of Coriolan, c1638-1639. Artist: Eustache Le Sueur
Volumnie and Veturie in front of Coriolan, c1638-1639. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris, France

Cupids with Doves and a Torch, 17th centruy. Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Cupids with Doves and a Torch, 17th century. Tiepolo, Giandomenico (1727-1804). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Coriolanus Before the Gates of Rome, c1730. Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Coriolanus Before the Gates of Rome, c1730. Tiepolo, Giambattista (1696-1770). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Gaius Marcius Coriolanus
Illustration of a Gaius Marcius Coriolanus, a Roman general Returning to Rome as an Enemy

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"Gaius Marcius Coriolanus: A Roman General and Tragic Hero" In this captivating collection of images, we delve into the life and legacy of Gaius Marcius Coriolanus, a prominent figure in ancient Rome. The first engraving takes us back to an intimate interview between Coriolanus and his wife and mother, their expressions filled with concern and love, and is followed by two engravings depicting Mr Vandenhoff and Mr Creswick as Coriolanus in Act II, Scene III, showcasing the character's strength and determination. Moving forward, we witness another intense scene from Act V, Scene III where Coriolanus confronts his enemies with unwavering resolve. The artist beautifully captures the emotions running high during this pivotal moment. We are then transported to a poignant image titled "Volumnia Reproaching Brutus and Sicinius, " painted by J Stephenson in 1870. This artwork portrays Volumnia's powerful words as she defends her son's actions while questioning those who betrayed him. The next piece by John Leech depicts a heart-wrenching farewell between Coriolanus and his beloved wife and family. Their expressions reveal the pain of separation as duty calls him away from their embrace. Ernest Dudley Heath's artwork titled "O my mother, thou hast saved Rome but thou hast lost thy son" echoes the sacrifice made by both mother and son for the greater good. Eustache Le Sueur presents us with an intriguing painting featuring Volumnie alongside Veturie in front of Coriolan - perhaps symbolizing their influence on his decisions or offering guidance during challenging times. Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's Cupids with Doves and a Torch adds a touch of romance amidst the turmoil surrounding our protagonist. Finally, Tiepolo returns with another masterpiece entitled "Coriolanus Before the Gates of Rome. " This grand composition showcases our hero standing before the city he once defended, contemplating his next move.