Labours Collection

Labours of the months Tres Riches Heures 1413-1416, the Duc de Berry. Illumination on parchment, Chantilly, Musee Conde

Hotel chefs relaxing, Central London
Chefs outside a Central London hotel take a break from their labours, in the fresh air. Date: circa 1950s

Hercules Fighting with the Nemean Lion by ZURBARAN, Francisco de (1598-1664). Scene from a series of the labours of Hercules

Herring Fleet Fisher Women, East Coast of Britain, 1913
Photographs showing three views of fisher women who worked for the herring fleet on the East coast of Britain in 1913. At top, three women stand at the pickling trough, gutting and pickling herring

Penelope and her loom, 1866 (engraving)
537599 Penelope and her loom, 1866 (engraving); (add.info.: Penelope and her loom. In Ancient Greek legend wife of Ulysses, mother of Telemachus and an example of domestic virtue)

Hercules and Diomedes, c. 1560 (marble)
875257 Hercules and Diomedes, c.1560 (marble) by Rossi, Vincenzo di Raffaello de (1525-87); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence, Italy; eGiuliano Valsecchi; Italian, out of copyright

Labour digging up a narrow road for repairs on a burst waterpipe in London. Date: 1901

Colossal statue of Hercules (marble)
2562028 Colossal statue of Hercules (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Hercules fighting the Nemean Lion (colour litho)
957859 Hercules fighting the Nemean Lion (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules fighting the Nemean Lion)

July and August: Leo and Virgo (chromolitho)
1093238 July and August: Leo and Virgo (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: July and August: Leo and Virgo)

May and June: Gemini and Cancer (chromolitho)
1093237 May and June: Gemini and Cancer (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: May and June: Gemini and Cancer)

Hercules fighting Geryon and Perseus receiving gifts to defeat Medusa (colour litho)
957861 Hercules fighting Geryon and Perseus receiving gifts to defeat Medusa (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hunting Notes in France, by a French Artist (engraving)
1061269 Hunting Notes in France, by a French Artist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hunting Notes in France, by a French Artist)

The Castle of Labour, from ;La voie de Povrete ou de Richesse
3112311 The Castle of Labour, from; La voie de Povreteou de Richesse (The Way of Poverty or of Wealth) by Jacques Bruyant

Hurdwar, a Sacred Bathing-Place of the Ganges, and One of the Localities of the Baptist Missionary Societys Labours
1594547 Hurdwar, a Sacred Bathing-Place of the Ganges, and One of the Localities of the Baptist Missionary Societys Labours (engraving) by English School

Rose window depicting the works of the months and the twelve apostles (stained glass)
PC347105 Rose window depicting the works of the months and the twelve apostles (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

September, from the Zodiac Window, 13th century (stained glass)
PC129082 September, from the Zodiac Window, 13th century (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France; (add.info.: earthly cycle of the year; ); French

Herakles and Eurystheus, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438510 Herakles and Eurystheus, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Herakles wrestling with Triton, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438509 Herakles wrestling with Triton, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

The Torments of Purgatory (fresco)
702437 The Torments of Purgatory (fresco) by Koch, Joseph Anton (1768-1839); Casino Massimo, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Part of a cycle of frescoes based on Dante Alighieris Divine Comedy.); German

Hercules and Diomedes - The Wrestlers (marble) (detail of 284896)
ALI284897 Hercules and Diomedes - The Wrestlers (marble) (detail of 284896) by Rossi, Vincenzo di Raffaello de (1525-87); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence

Daisies, Violets, Ladiesmocks and Cuckoo-buds (Loves Labours Lost). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe

The Fight with Malaria by the "Italian Red Cross"in the Roman Campagna (b / w photo)
1628495 The Fight with Malaria by the " Italian Red Cross" in the Roman Campagna (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Count de la Blanche-Epine and his companions engaged in their scientific labours (engraving)
968030 The Count de la Blanche-Epine and his companions engaged in their scientific labours (engraving) by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cretan Bull (colour litho)
957851 Cretan Bull (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cretan Bull. Illustration of Greek vase painting.); © Look and Learn

Hercules Fighting the Lernaean Hydra (stone)
XOU199149 Hercules Fighting the Lernaean Hydra (stone) by Puget, Pierre (1620-94); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen, France; (add.info.: Hercules Terrassing the Hydra of Lerne; ); French, out of copyright

Archaic Ionian Hydria depicting Heracles Bringing Cerberus to Eurystheus, from Cerveteri
BAL33673 Archaic Ionian Hydria depicting Heracles Bringing Cerberus to Eurystheus, from Cerveteri, c.530 BC (pottery) by Greek, (6th century BC); Louvre, Paris, France; Greek, out of copyright

Breaking bulk on board a tea ship (coloured engraving)
729213 Breaking bulk on board a tea ship (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Breaking bulk on board a tea ship in the London docks)

The Death of Hercules, from The Labours of Hercules, 1548 (engraving on paper)
2972667 The Death of Hercules, from The Labours of Hercules, 1548 (engraving on paper) by Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-50); 53x78 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Gift of Mr. and Mrs

The Modern Hercules! or, Tomahawks Anniversary (colour litho)
3648194 The Modern Hercules! or, Tomahawks Anniversary (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Modern Hercules)

Hercules and the lion and Amazon Armour (colour litho)
957857 Hercules and the lion and Amazon Armour (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and the lion and Amazon Armour)

Hercules fighting Geryon and Geryon with Athena and Dionysos (colour litho)
957843 Hercules fighting Geryon and Geryon with Athena and Dionysos (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hector and Diomedes (colour litho)
957827 Hector and Diomedes (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hector and Diomedes. Illustration of Greek vase painting.); © Look and Learn

Hercules Fights the Lernian Hydra, 1731 (engraving)
STC134108 Hercules Fights the Lernian Hydra, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Commencing the labours of the day (engraving)
6010316 Commencing the labours of the day (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commencing the labours of the day)

Marble statuette of Hercules and the Erymanthian boar (marble)
1216395 Marble statuette of Hercules and the Erymanthian boar (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); height: 53 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Italy Hercules)

Hercules and the Centaurs (colour litho)
957868 Hercules and the Centaurs (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and the Centaurs)

Labours of Hercules, Salone dei Cinquecento (marble)
875154 Labours of Hercules, Salone dei Cinquecento (marble) by Rossi, Vincenzo di Raffaello de (1525-87); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence, Italy; eGiuliano Valsecchi; Italian

The "Pas De Deux!"(engraving)
2777188 The " Pas De Deux!" (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Pas De Deux!" Cartoon, 3 August 1878)

Dormeilleuse, High Alps, the scene of Felix Neffs labours (engraving)
669776 Dormeilleuse, High Alps, the scene of Felix Neffs labours (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dormeilleuse, High Alps)

Rose window depicting the last fifteen days of the world and the works of the months
PC344875 Rose window depicting the last fifteen days of the world and the works of the months (stained glass) by French School, (15th century); Angers Cathedral, France; French, out of copyright

Hercules and Deianeira, 1517 (panel)
BI88641 Hercules and Deianeira, 1517 (panel) by Gossaert, Jan (Mabuse) (c.1472-c.1533); 36.8x26.6 cm; The Henry Barber Trust, The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Hercules Supporting the World Flanked by Euclid and Ptolemy, from the Camerino
BEN124355 Hercules Supporting the World Flanked by Euclid and Ptolemy, from the Camerino, 1596 (fresco) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Palazzo Farnese, Rome

Source of the Ganges, Scene of the Early Labours of the Baptist Missionary Society (engraving)
1594533 Source of the Ganges, Scene of the Early Labours of the Baptist Missionary Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Source of the Ganges)

Virgo and Treading Grapes, Calendar for the feast days celebrated in September, c
940599 Virgo and Treading Grapes, Calendar for the feast days celebrated in September, c.1500 (vellum) by Bourdichon, Jean (1457-1521)

Detail from The Allegory of Christian Learning, Capellone degli Spagnoli
875232 Detail from The Allegory of Christian Learning, Capellone degli Spagnoli, 1365-67 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Museo di Santa Maria Novella, Florence

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"Labours: A Journey Through Time and Strength" Step into the world of labours, where history unfolds through captivating imagery. From the exquisite Labours of the Months Tres Riches Heures in 1413-1416, commissioned by Duc de Berry, to hotel chefs finding solace in Central London, these diverse scenes depict the essence of hard work and dedication. Witness Hercules' legendary strength as he fearlessly battles with the Nemean Lion, both in a magnificent marble sculpture from c. 1560 and a vibrant colour lithograph. Marvel at Herring Fleet Fisher Women on Britain's East Coast in 1913 as they demonstrate their resilience amidst challenging conditions. Transport yourself back to 1901 when labourers diligently dig up narrow roads for waterpipe repairs in bustling London. Explore Robert Adam's Vases and Friezes that once adorned grand spaces, showcasing craftsmanship intertwined with labour. Behold colossal statues of Hercules that command attention with their sheer size and power. Feel his might as he strangles the Nemean Lion depicted vividly using red, yellow & black chalks along with brushwork on paper from around 1620. Immerse yourself further into Hercules' realm through The Wrestlers - an awe-inspiring marble masterpiece capturing his intense struggle against Diomedes. And let July and August come alive through a chromolithograph featuring Leo and Virgo – celestial symbols representing labour during those months. In this captivating journey encompassing artistry, mythology, historical moments, and everyday life experiences across centuries; we celebrate labours – be it physical or intellectual – reminding us of humanity's indomitable spirit throughout time.