Gleyre Collection

La Danse des bacchantes (The Dance of Bacchantes), 1849. Found in the Collection of Palais de Rumine, Lausanne

Les Brigands romains (The Roman Bandits), 1831. Found in the Collection of Muse e du Louvre, Paris

The Helvetians Force the Romans to Pass Under the Yoke, 1858. Artist: Charles Gleyre
The Helvetians Force the Romans to Pass Under the Yoke, 1858. The triumph of the Helvetii over the Romans at Agen in 107 BC. From a private collection

Ulysses and Nausicaa, c. 1853. Creator: Gleyre, Charles (1808-1874)
Ulysses and Nausicaa, c. 1853. Private Collection

The Mission of the Apostles, from "Illustrated London News", October 30, 1865
The Mission of the Apostles, from " Illustrated London News", October 30, 1865

The Earthly Paradise, 1869-1874. Found in the Collection of Palais de Rumine, Lausanne

Self-Portrait, 1830-1833. Found in the Collection of Palais de Rumine, Lausanne

Self-Portrait, 1841. Artist: Gleyre, Charles (1808-1874)
Self-Portrait, 1841. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Lost Illusions (The Evening). Artist: Gleyre, Charles (1808-1874)
Lost Illusions (The Evening). Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Hoche (Gleyre)
Lazare HOCHE French military commander Date: 1768 - 1797

Fenelon / Gleyre / Francois
FRANCOIS DE SALIGNAC DE FENELON - French divine and writer who promoted the education of women Date: 1651 - 1715

German poet and critic. Heine on his sick-bed. Steel engraving after a drawing, 1852, by Charles Gabriel Gleyre
HEINRICH HEINE (1797-1856). German poet and critic. Heine on his sick-bed. Steel engraving after a drawing, 1852, by Charles Gabriel Gleyre

German poet and critic. On his sick-bed. Line engraving after a drawing, 1852, by Charles Gabriel Gleyre
HEINRICH HEINE (1797-1856). German poet and critic. On his sick-bed. Line engraving after a drawing, 1852, by Charles Gabriel Gleyre

Prudhon (Gleyre)
PIERRE PAUL PRUD HON, known as PRUDHON French artist

Voltaire (Gleyre)
FRANCOIS-MARIE AROUET known as Voltaire French writer, depicted sitting rather uncomfortably at a table holding a snuff box, possibly ?

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Charles Gleyre (1808-1874) was a Swiss artist known for his captivating and diverse body of work. From mythological scenes to historical events, Gleyre's paintings were filled with emotion and detail. In "La Danse des bacchantes" (The Dance of Bacchantes, 1849), Gleyre captured the wild energy and frenzy of the mythical female followers of Dionysus. The vibrant colors and dynamic composition bring this ancient ritual to life. Another notable piece is "Les Brigands romains" (The Roman Bandits, 1831), where Gleyre depicted a dramatic encounter between Roman soldiers and bandits. The tension in the scene is palpable as both sides engage in a fierce struggle. It also explored historical themes such as "The Helvetians Force the Romans to Pass Under the Yoke" (1858). This painting portrays an important moment in Swiss history when the Helvetian tribes defeated their Roman oppressors. One of his more intimate works is "Ulysses and Nausicaa" (c. 1853), which depicts a tender moment between Odysseus and Nausicaa from Homer's Odyssey. Gleyre masterfully captures their emotional connection amidst a serene landscape. Religious subjects were not foreign to Gleyre either, as seen in "The Mission of the Apostles, " published in Illustrated London News on October 30, 1865. This powerful image showcases Jesus' disciples spreading His message with determination and conviction. "The Earthly Paradise" (1869-1874) reveals another side of Gleyre's artistry—a dreamlike depiction of lush landscapes inhabited by mythical creatures. It transports viewers into an enchanting realm where imagination reigns supreme. Glimpses into Gleyre's own persona can be found through his self-portraits created at different stages of his life.