Galatea Collection

Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw
Promotional postcard for Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw. First produced in England at His Majestys Theatre, 11th April 1914

AMERICAs CUP, 1886. The Mayflower saluted by the fleet while crossing the bow of the Galatea on the fourth tack in the first race on 7 September 1886, New York

Pygmalion and Galatea, c. 1890. Artist: Gerome, Jean-Leon (1824-1904)
Pygmalion and Galatea, c. 1890. Found in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

HMS Galatea, British light cruiser
HMS Galatea (71), British Arethusa class light cruiser. Date: circa 1935

Norway lobster and shrimp
Norway lobster, Nephrops norvegicus 1, and shrimp, Atya scabra 2. Nefrope di Norvegia, Atia spinosa. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle

The Trinity House yacht 'Galatea', 1850
3330466 The Trinity House yacht 'Galatea', 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of the Trinity House yacht 'Galatea'. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Marbled white, Melanargia galathea (Galatea butterfly, Papilio galatea) with caterpillar
FLO4683697 Marbled white, Melanargia galathea (Galatea butterfly, Papilio galatea) with caterpillar. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Galatea, detail, Raphael (1483-1520), second panel from the south, Loggia of Galatea, the west side, ground floor
493638 Galatea, detail, Raphael (1483-1520), second panel from the south, Loggia of Galatea, the west side, ground floor, Villa della Farnesina

Galatea, 1622. Creator: Cortona, Pietro da (1596-1669)
Galatea, 1622. Found in the Collection of the Accademia di San Luca.

Galatea, 1619. Creator: Werner Jacobsz. van den Valckert
Galatea, 1619

Galathea, 1587. Creator: Philip Galle
Galathea, 1587. Series: Nymphs, pl. 3

Galatea and Acis, 1651. Creator: Adriaen van Nieulandt
Galatea and Acis, 1651. Other Title(s): The triumph of the sea goddess Galathea?

Galatea, 17th century. Creator: Anon
Galatea, 17th century

Galatea Vase (image 1 of 5), c.1695. Creator: Massimiliano Soldani
Galatea Vase (image 1 of 5), c.1695

Atis and Galathea, 1761. Creator: Pompeo Batoni
Atis and Galathea, 1761

Deck of Galatea, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Deck of Galatea, between 1880 and 1899

The Birth of Galatea, 1885. Creator: Charles William Campbell
The Birth of Galatea, 1885. Greek mythology: ivory statue carved by Pygmalion of Cyprus, which came to life

The Triumph of Galatea, c. 1520. Creator: Peregrino da Cesena
The Triumph of Galatea, c. 1520

Acis and Galatea, n.d. Creator: Chrispijn van den Broeck
Acis and Galatea, n.d

Polyphemus Throwing Boulder at Acis, with Galatea (recto), and Pholyphemus Lifting Boulder (verso), n.d

Pygmalion and Galatea, 1593. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Pygmalion and Galatea, 1593

Sarcophagus with pagan figures, from the cloister of the castle of Vincigliata, Fiesole Fiesole castle of Vincigliata, cloister Sarcophagus Early Middle Ages, Europe

Frontal view of Galatea holding a sprig of coral, work located in the National Museum of Bargello, Florence Florence National Museum of Bargello Statue Mannerism

Sarcophagus with Nereids and Tritons, marble, Art of the fourth and fifth centuries, cloister of the Vincigliata Castle, Fiesole Fiesole Vincigliata Castle, cloister Sarcophagus Early Middle Ages

Pygmalion and Galatea, before 1819. Creator: Girodet de Roucy Trioson, Anne Louis (1767-1824)
Pygmalion and Galatea, before 1819. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Galatea and Boreas statues in Catherine Park, Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo), near St. Petersburg, Russia

Piper PA-18 Super Cub ZK-BQY
Piper PA-18-95 Super Cub ZK-BQY (msn 18-5769), at Hamilton, NZ. in October 1963. (This aircraft was written off, at Galatea, on 29 October 1967). Date: 1963

Piper PA-18 Super Cub ZK-BTZ
Piper PA-18-95 Super Cub ZK-BTZ (msn 18-7513), at Hamilton, NZ. in November 1963. (This aircraft was written off, at Galatea, on 29 October 1967). Date: 1963

Study For Pygmalion And Galatea, c. 1797 (chalk on paper)
6041274 Study For Pygmalion And Galatea, c.1797 (chalk on paper) by Gauffier, Louis (1761-1801); 18.1x24.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

View of the Loggia di Galatea, 1511-1514 (fresco)
2646173 View of the Loggia di Galatea, 1511-1514 (fresco) by Italian School, (16th century); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174)
2646183 The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

Detail with Aci and the nymph Galatea, East Wall, Chamber of Cupid and Psyche (Sala di Amore e Psiche), 1526-1528
2384698 Detail with Aci and the nymph Galatea, East Wall, Chamber of Cupid and Psyche (Sala di Amore e Psiche), 1526-1528 by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (and workshop); Palazzo del Te, Mantua

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 Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174)
2646181 The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174)
2646178 The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco)
2646174 The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

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

The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174)
2646180 The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

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

The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174)
2646179 The Triumph of Galatea, 1513-14 (fresco) (detail of 2646174) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

Loggia of Galatea
2646169 Loggia of Galatea by Italian School, (16th century); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina, the Loggia of Galatea: frescoes)

Galatea Figurehead, c. 1940. Creator: Mary E Humes
Galatea Figurehead, c. 1940

Galatea, with a fan, and Polyphemus, from Pompeii, 60-80 AD (fresco)
LRI3900475 Galatea, with a fan, and Polyphemus, from Pompeii, 60-80 AD (fresco) by Roman, (1st century AD); 59x65 cm; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Mr Ws Gilbert (engraving)
3628011 Mr Ws Gilbert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Ws Gilbert. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1895.); © Look and Learn

Pygmalion and Galatea, c. 1890 (oil on canvas)
3493189 Pygmalion and Galatea, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 88.9 x 68.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: In Ovids narrative poem Metamorphoses)

Photograph of Galatea PH, Peckham, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1934

Annual Schooner Race of the Royal Thames Yacht Club, the Yachts at the Mouse Light Ship (engraving)
1587644 Annual Schooner Race of the Royal Thames Yacht Club, the Yachts at the Mouse Light Ship (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Galatea: A Tale of Art, Love, and Triumph" In the realm of literature, it has captivated hearts since her creation in George Bernard Shaw's iconic play "Pygmalion. " From a lifeless statue brought to life by Pygmalion's love, she embodies the power of transformation and self-discovery. Stepping beyond the pages, Galatea found herself amidst grandeur during America's Cup in 1886. As The Mayflower gracefully sailed past her on that historic day, Galatea stood tall as a symbol of elegance and strength. Not limited to fictional tales or maritime events alone, it also graced the seas as HMS Galatea—a British light cruiser embodying naval prowess and resilience. Delving into culinary delights, one cannot ignore Norway lobster and shrimp—delicacies that evoke images of Galatean beauty with their vibrant colors and intricate forms. Just like Pygmalion sculpted his beloved masterpiece with care and precision. Artists throughout history have sought inspiration from this timeless figure. Jean-Leon Gerome captured her allure in his painting "Pygmalion and Galatea, " showcasing their eternal bond amidst an enchanting garden at Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris. Taking flight into modern times, even aircrafts bear homage to this mythical muse. Piper PA-18 Super Cubs ZK-BQY and ZK-BTZ soar through the skies with grace akin to Galatea herself. From chalk sketches to elaborate frescoes, artists such as Anne Louis Girodet de Roucy Trioson immortalized Pygmalion's devotion towards his creation in various renditions of "Study for Pygmalion And Galatea. " Beyond canvas or stage productions lie tangible tributes scattered across Catherine Park near St Petersburg—the statues of Boreas alongside our beloved heroine stand proudly as testaments to enduring artistry.