Hippolyta Collection

Womens Rights / Ancient
The first feminists of the classical period: Lysistrata, Hippolyta, Posthumia and Sappho

Herakles and the Amazons
The ninth labour : In order to obtain the Girdle of Hippolyta, queen of the Amazons, he must first vanquish the Amazons themselves

Hippolyta / Amazon
Hippolyta, the Amazon Queen, in fighting mode

Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Hercule vainqueur... c.1852-1854
Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : Hercule vainqueur d'Hippolyte, between 1852 and 1854

Miss Marion Grey as Hippolyta (gravure)
671576 Miss Marion Grey as Hippolyta (gravure) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Marion Grey as Hippolyta)

Queen Hippolytas Guard, 1908 (w / c)
BRA33265 Queen Hippolytas Guard, 1908 (w/c) by Bell, Robert Anning (1863-1933); 60.4x99 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire, UK; eBradford Museums & Galleries; English

We will, fair queen, up to the mountains top, And mark the musical confusion Of
STC418765 We will, fair queen, up to the mountains top, And mark the musical confusion Of hounds and echo in conjunction, illustration from Midsummer Nights Dream by William Shakespeare

Mrs. Jordan in the Character of Hypolita, c1791, (1910). Artist: John Jones
Mrs. Jordan in the Character of Hypolita, 1910. Dorothea Jordan (1761-1816) was an Anglo-Irish actress, courtesan, and the mistress and companion of the future King William IV of the United Kingdom

Detail from the frieze in the cella of the temple of Apollo at Bassae, 5th century BC
Detail from the frieze in the cella of the temple of Apollo at Bassae, showing Heracles fighting Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons, from the British Museums collection, 5th century BC

Hercules Girdle Hippolyta first quarter 1600
Hercules and the Girdle of Hippolyta, first quarter 1600. Filippo Napoletano (Italian, c. 1587-c. 1629). Graphite; squared in graphite; sheet: 29.9 x 19 cm (11 3/4 x 7 1/2 in.)

Battle of the Amazons, 1616-1618, by Rubens (1577-1640)
Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640). Flemish painter. Battle of the Amazons, 1616-1618. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany

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"Hippolyta: An Ancient Symbol of Women's Rights" In ancient times, the legendary figure stood as a powerful symbol of women's rights and strength. As an Amazon queen, she commanded respect and admiration from her people. Herakles and the Amazons engaged in a fierce battle, where Hippolyta showcased her incredible skills as a warrior. The Battle of the Amazons, immortalized by Rubens in his masterpiece from 1616-1618, depicts the intensity and bravery displayed by these remarkable women. Miss Marion Grey beautifully portrayed Hippolyta in a gravure that captured her regal essence. Even Queen Hippolytas Guard in 1908 celebrated her legacy through vibrant watercolors. The image evokes their loyalty to their fearless leader who fought for justice and equality. Hippolyta's significance transcends time; she is forever etched into history. In John Jones' artwork from c1791 (1910), Mrs. Jordan embodies the character with grace and poise, reminding us of our shared struggle for freedom. Her presence can also be felt at Bassae's temple of Apollo through its intricate frieze dating back to the 5th century BC. This detail showcases how deeply rooted Hippolyta was within society's consciousness even then. Shakespeare further immortalized this iconic figure in "A Midsummer Night's Dream, " where he weaves together love, magic, and enchantment with Hippolyta at its core. Peter Paul Rubens himself recognized the importance of portraying strong female characters like Hippolyta throughout his career as an artist born in Germany but flourishing within Flemish Baroque art movement. Hippolyta remains an enduring symbol for all those fighting for gender equality throughout history—a testament to courage, resilience, and unwavering determination that continues to inspire generations today.