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Horatii Collection

"The Horatii: A Tale of Ancient Roman Legend and Artistic Depictions" The Horatii, a legendary tale from ancient Rome, has captivated artists throughout history

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Oath of the Horatii. Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)

The Oath of the Horatii. Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
The Oath of the Horatii. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Horatii Entering Rome. Creator: Adriaen van Stalbemt

The Horatii Entering Rome. Creator: Adriaen van Stalbemt
The Horatii Entering Rome, Unknown date

Background imageHoratii Collection: Les Horaces de l'Elysée, 1851. Creator: Honore Daumier

Les Horaces de l'Elysée, 1851. Creator: Honore Daumier
Les Horaces de l'Elysee, 1851. The Horatii of the Elysee. Satire depicting French politicians as the Horatii, triplet warriors of Roman legend

Background imageHoratii Collection: Tomb of the Horatii and the Curiatii, warriors of ancient Roman legend (litho)

Tomb of the Horatii and the Curiatii, warriors of ancient Roman legend (litho)
5997051 Tomb of the Horatii and the Curiatii, warriors of ancient Roman legend (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb of the Horatii and the Curiatii)

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Oath of the Horatii (engraving)

The Oath of the Horatii (engraving)
669789 The Oath of the Horatii (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oath of the Horatii. From a Painting by David)

Background imageHoratii Collection: Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii (engraving)

Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii (engraving)
669598 Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii)

Background imageHoratii Collection: Monument of the Horatii and Curiatii (engraving)

Monument of the Horatii and Curiatii (engraving)
654092 Monument of the Horatii and Curiatii (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument of the Horatii and Curiatii)

Background imageHoratii Collection: The oath of the Horatii (engraving)

The oath of the Horatii (engraving)
2808012 The oath of the Horatii (engraving) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The oath of the Horatii.); © Look and Learn

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Battle of the Horatii, (black chalk, pen and brown ink

The Battle of the Horatii, (black chalk, pen and brown ink
827549 The Battle of the Horatii, (black chalk, pen and brown ink, brown wash heightened with white) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546); 27.1x47.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Horatii (engraving)

The Horatii (engraving)
655601 The Horatii (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Horatii. Illustration from The Illustrated History of the World (Ward Lock, c 1880)

Background imageHoratii Collection: Monument to the Horatii and the Curiatii, warriors of ancient Roman legend (engraving)

Monument to the Horatii and the Curiatii, warriors of ancient Roman legend (engraving)
5216676 Monument to the Horatii and the Curiatii, warriors of ancient Roman legend (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii, 1783. Creator: Jean Francois Janinet

The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii, 1783. Creator: Jean Francois Janinet
The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii, 1783

Background imageHoratii Collection: Monument of the Horath and Curiath, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Monument of the Horath and Curiath, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Monument of the Horath and Curiath, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890]

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Horatii Entering Rome

The Horatii Entering Rome. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Background imageHoratii Collection: Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii, 1852. Artist: John Leech

Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

Background imageHoratii Collection: The grief of the sister of Horatius, c1912 (1912). Artist: Ernest Dudley Heath

The grief of the sister of Horatius, c1912 (1912). Artist: Ernest Dudley Heath
The grief of the sister of Horatius, c1912 (1912). When she saw Horatius wearing on his shoulders the cloak of her betrothed, she broke into bitter sobs

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Oath of the Horatii (Study), 1784. Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)

The Oath of the Horatii (Study), 1784. Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
The Oath of the Horatii (Study), 1784. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Oath of the Horatii, 1791. Artist: Armand Charles Caraffe

The Oath of the Horatii, 1791. Artist: Armand Charles Caraffe
The Oath of the Horatii, 1791. According to the Roman historian Livy, the Horatii were three Roman brothers who agreed to fight the Curiatii, three brothers from Alba Longa

Background imageHoratii Collection: Oath Horatii print harrow engraving etching lithograph

Oath Horatii print harrow engraving etching lithograph
The Oath of Horatii, print, harrow: engraving, etching, lithograph, Jurriaan Andriessen, 1752 - 1819, paper, ink, graphite (mineral), brush, h 87 mm × w 114 mm

Background imageHoratii Collection: Jacques-Louis David (1748-1825). French painter. Oath of the

Jacques-Louis David (1748-1825). French painter. Oath of the
Jacques-Louis David (1748-1825). French painter. Neoclassical. Oath of the Horatii, 1784. Oil on Canvas. Museum of Louvre. Paris. France

Background imageHoratii Collection: Oath of the Horatii by Jacques-Louis David

Oath of the Horatii by Jacques-Louis David
Illustration of a Oath of the Horatii by Jacques-Louis David

Background imageHoratii Collection: The Oath of the Horatii (detail of a group of women to the right), c. 1783 (oil on canvas)

The Oath of the Horatii (detail of a group of women to the right), c. 1783 (oil on canvas)
XIR895698 The Oath of the Horatii (detail of a group of women to the right), c.1783 (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825) (attr.to); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHoratii Collection: TOMB OF THE HORATII. The Tomb of the Horatii and Curiatii on the Appian Way near Albano, Italy

TOMB OF THE HORATII. The Tomb of the Horatii and Curiatii on the Appian Way near Albano, Italy. Line engraving, late 19th century


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"The Horatii: A Tale of Ancient Roman Legend and Artistic Depictions" The Horatii, a legendary tale from ancient Rome, has captivated artists throughout history. One such artist was Jacques Louis David, a renowned French painter of the 18th and 19th centuries. His masterpiece, "The Oath of the Horatii, " depicts a solemn moment before battle as three brothers swear their loyalty to Rome. David's painting became an iconic representation of patriotism and sacrifice. Its emotional intensity resonated with viewers who admired the bravery and dedication portrayed by the Horatii brothers. This powerful image inspired other artists to explore different aspects of this legend. Engravings depicting scenes like "Combat between the Horatii and Curiatii" or "Monument to the Horatii and Curiatii" emerged, showcasing various interpretations of this epic conflict. Jean Francois Janinet created another notable artwork titled "The Combat of the Horatii and Curiatii. " This piece captures the fierce battle between these rival warrior groups in exquisite detail. Even beyond paintings and engravings, sculptures also paid homage to this timeless story. The Tomb of the Horatii stands as a testament to their valor while serving as a reminder that legends can transcend time. Intriguingly, an unknown creator crafted a Monument dedicated to both sets of warriors -the Horatiis and Curiatiis- in 1890. This monument symbolizes not only their individual heroism but also acknowledges their shared fate in shaping Roman history. From black chalk drawings to lithographs, each artistic interpretation adds depth to our understanding of this captivating legend. The legacy left behind by these depictions ensures that future generations will continue marveling at the courage displayed by those involved in combat for honor and country – forever immortalized through art.