Greeks Collection (page 8)

Le Tombeau des Naiades, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035641 Le Tombeau des Naiades, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Nuit, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035639 La Nuit, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Danse des Fleurs, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035626 La Danse des Fleurs, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Bucoloques en Pamphylie, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035625 Bucoloques en Pamphylie, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Rencontre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035631 La Rencontre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Lettre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035620 La Lettre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

L Amour, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035600 L Amour, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Les Danses au Clair de Lune, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035630 Les Danses au Clair de Lune, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Boethius and Pythagoras of Samos (engraving)
1700775 Boethius and Pythagoras of Samos (engraving) by French School; (add.info.: Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius, commonly known as Boethius (c)

Aphrodite, Hephaistos, Eros (Cupid) and Charities - from an illumination of the 15th century
LSE4088878 Aphrodite, Hephaistos, Eros (Cupid) and Charities - from an illumination of the 15th century by French School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aphrodite)

La Desir, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035643 La Desir, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Elegies a Mytilene, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035642 Elegies a Mytilene, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Les Conseils, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035636 Les Conseils, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Lune aux Yeux Bleus, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035634 La Lune aux Yeux Bleus, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Bilitis, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035628 Bilitis, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

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

Le Deramantnier, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035605 Le Deramantnier, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Le Vieillard et les Nymphes, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035598 Le Vieillard et les Nymphes, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Les Bijoux, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035601 Les Bijoux, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Riviere de la Foret, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035629 La Riviere de la Foret, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Representation of Bellerophon, riding Pegase, killing the chimere (representation of Bellerophon, on Pegasus)
XEE4417377 Representation of Bellerophon, riding Pegase, killing the chimere (representation of Bellerophon, on Pegasus, spearing the Chimera)

First Balkan War: a Turkish prisoner wounds, hospitalizes in Elassona, stabs the Greek nurse
XEE4188534 First Balkan War: a Turkish prisoner wounds, hospitalizes in Elassona, stabs the Greek nurse, came to change his bandage

Strike, but listen, response made by Alcibiade (450-404 BC), Athenian statesman
XEE4403920 Strike, but listen, response made by Alcibiade (450-404 BC), Athenian statesman and strategist to the threats of Eurybiade

Alcibiade (450-404 BC), Athenian statesman and strategy defends Socrates in a fight
XEE4403911 Alcibiade (450-404 BC), Athenian statesman and strategy defends Socrates in a fight. In " Beautes de l histoire ancienne ou faits et dits memorables des grands hommes", 1827

"Le sacrifice de Polyxene"Polyxene sacrifiee par Neoptoleme sur la tombe d Achille
FIA5368063 " Le sacrifice de Polyxene" Polyxene sacrifiee par Neoptoleme sur la tombe d Achille. Peinture d Angelo Maria Costa (1670-1721) 18eme siecle Serpoukhov

Aphrodite (colour litho)
7150573 Aphrodite (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aphrodite. Illustration for El Desnudo en el Arte (M Uson, 1906)

Centaur during wedding of Pelops and Hippodamia (fresco, 1st century AD)
LRI4642346 Centaur during wedding of Pelops and Hippodamia (fresco, 1st century AD) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

South Africa. Second Boer War. Attack to the English camp of Tweefontein (1902). Illustration by Achille Beltrame
CUL4892925 South Africa. Second Boer War. Attack to the English camp of Tweefontein (1902). Illustration by Achille Beltrame. Engraving. by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); (add.info.: South Africa)

How Spartan youth was trained (litho)
3106033 How Spartan youth was trained (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: How Spartan youth was trained. Illustration for Newnes Pictorial Knowledge (1932)

La Bague Symbolique, Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035597 La Bague Symbolique, Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Greek antiquite: black vase with a warrior
JLJ4658640 Greek antiquite: black vase with a warrior. by Greek; (add.info.: Greek antiquite: black vase with a warrior.); Photo © Photo Josse

Triumphal procession of Eros, Ancient Greek God of love and sex (engraving)
7147473 Triumphal procession of Eros, Ancient Greek God of love and sex (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Triumphal procession of Eros)

Painting on cut: Representation of Heracles waving a chair to knock out his music master, 470 BC. BNF, Medal Office
XEE4117907 Painting on cut: Representation of Heracles waving a chair to knock out his music master, 470 BC. BNF, Medal Office

Works of Hercules: "Hercule triumphant du geant aux trois corps Geryon"(Labor of Heracles)
XEE4417385 Works of Hercules: " Hercule triumphant du geant aux trois corps Geryon" (Labor of Heracles, Hercules killing the Monster Geryon)

Works of Hercules: "Hercules killing the lion of Nemee"(First labor of Heracles)
XEE4417373 Works of Hercules: " Hercules killing the lion of Nemee" (First labor of Heracles, Hercules slaying the Nemean lion)

Odyssee d Homere: Ulysses killing penelopes pretendents on his return to Ithaca
XEE4417422 Odyssee d Homere: Ulysses killing penelopes pretendents on his return to Ithaca. (Homers Odyssey: the hero Odysseus killing her wifes pretenders at his return to Ithaca)

Epigrammes dans l Ile de Chypre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035619 Epigrammes dans l Ile de Chypre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier

Sacrificial death of Codrus, King of Athens (engraving)
3646999 Sacrificial death of Codrus, King of Athens (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sacrificial death of Codrus, King of Athens)

The Twelve Works of Hercules, 15th century (bronze)
BEN5479907 The Twelve Works of Hercules, 15th century (bronze) by Pollaiolo, Antonio (c.1431-98); (add.info.: The Twelve Works of Hercules)

Capture of Jerusalem by Ptolemy Soter
FIA5404632 Capture of Jerusalem by Ptolemy Soter. by Fouquet, Jean (c.1420-80); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

"Pan et la nymphe Syrinx"(Pan and Nymph Syrinx) Peinture de Sebastien Bourdon (1616-1671)
FIA5355629 " Pan et la nymphe Syrinx" (Pan and Nymph Syrinx) Peinture de Sebastien Bourdon (1616-1671) 17eme siecle State Open-air Museum Palace Gatchina, Saint Petersbourg by Bourdon

Woman comparing herself with a statue of Venus de Milo (colour litho)
7150544 Woman comparing herself with a statue of Venus de Milo (colour litho) by Lejeune, Adolphe-Frederic (1830-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Veneto-Austro-Ottoman War (Third Austro-Ottoman War or Seventh Venice-Ottoman War)
LRI4634261 Veneto-Austro-Ottoman War (Third Austro-Ottoman War or Seventh Venice-Ottoman War) " Battle between Venitians and Turks in Corfu, Greece

Persee killing the Meduse. Painting by Giovanni Romanelli (1601-1662) decorating the ceiling of the Antonine Hall
JLJ4604874 Persee killing the Meduse. Painting by Giovanni Romanelli (1601-1662) decorating the ceiling of the Antonine Hall, bedroom of the summer apartments of Queen Anne of Austria (1601-1666)

Representation of Hercules Terrassant Ante, King of Libya (Heracles (Hercules) killing Antaeus with a bearhug
XEE4417387 Representation of Hercules Terrassant Ante, King of Libya (Heracles (Hercules) killing Antaeus with a bearhug) From " Mythology of Youth " by Pierre Blanchard 1803

Andromache and Ulysses (engraving)
XEE4162511 Andromache and Ulysses (engraving) by Rochegrosse, Georges (1859-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pierre de Coubertin - First Olympic Committee - Olympic Games Athens, 1896
LSE4106649 Pierre de Coubertin - First Olympic Committee - Olympic Games Athens, 1896 by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Greeks: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Ancient Greece" Step into the realm of ancient Greece, where history and mythology intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the majestic Acropolis in Athens to the iconic Parthenon, every corner of this land whispers tales of valor and intellect. In 1787, "The Death of Socrates" immortalized one of history's greatest philosophers, showcasing his unwavering commitment to truth. Leonidas I, the revered King of Sparta who died in 480 BC, stands tall in a monumental tribute that echoes his legendary bravery at Thermopylae. Journeying further into Attica reveals the Tholos of Athena Pronaia—a remarkable sanctuary that exudes divine beauty. The Battle of Salamis comes alive as we envision Greek ships fiercely clashing against Persian forces, forever etching their triumph into our collective memory. Phaistos Disc—an enigmatic artifact from XV century BC Phaistos—unleashes mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Meanwhile, Daphni Monastery's Christ Pantocrator radiates spiritual serenity amidst lush surroundings. Witness how Surgeon William Maillard earned his Victoria Cross during Candia's turmoil through an awe-inspiring lithograph. Ares and Aphrodite grace us with their presence through timeless Greek artistry—symbolizing war and love entwined within humanity's essence. Delve deeper into Crete's mythical past as you gaze upon a restored Taureador Fresco from Knossos Palace—the very heartland where Minos reigned supreme. Maps meticulously outline Knossos' architectural marvels surrounding its grand palace—a testament to Minoan civilization’s ingenuity. As we explore these fragments from antiquity, let us celebrate Greeks for their indomitable spirit that shaped Western civilization. Their legacy endures through centuries—inspiring generations with wisdom and artistic brilliance.