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"Unveiling the Legends: From Shadows to Triumphs" Step into a world where legends come alive, where shadows hold secrets and triumphs are etched in history

Background imageLegendary Collection: Native American painting on animal skin, 19th century. Artist: Silver Horn

Native American painting on animal skin, 19th century. Artist: Silver Horn
Native American painting on animal skin, 19th century. A Sioux (Dakota) North American Plains Indian painting on skin showing various episodes in tribal legends

Background imageLegendary Collection: Roman statue of Hercules

Roman statue of Hercules. This marble statue of Hercules, 3.17 metres high, is a copy made by Glycon in 200-210 AD of a smaller original Greek bronze sculpture of the 4th century BC by Lysippus

Background imageLegendary Collection: Bill Evans

Bill Evans
Hanna Lee Tidd

Background imageLegendary Collection: Saint George and the Dragon, c.1471 ( tempera colours, gold leaf, gold & silver paint and ink)

Saint George and the Dragon, c.1471 ( tempera colours, gold leaf, gold & silver paint and ink)
8677952 Saint George and the Dragon, c.1471 ( tempera colours, gold leaf, gold & silver paint and ink) by Lathem, Lieven van (c.1430-93); J

Background imageLegendary Collection: Buick pulling an Airstream Trailer in Pisa, Italy as part of a Wally Byam 1956 European Caravan

Buick pulling an Airstream Trailer in Pisa, Italy as part of a Wally Byam 1956 European Caravan

Background imageLegendary Collection: Hercules and the Hydra. (print)

Hercules and the Hydra. (print)
7419901 Hercules and the Hydra. (print) by Vouet, Simon (1590-1649) (after); (add.info.: Hercules kills the Hydra, the second of Hercules twelve labours)

Background imageLegendary Collection: Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses. (print)

Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses. (print)
7419980 Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses. (print) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (after); (add.info.: Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses: Calliope, Clio, Erato, Euterpe, Melpomene)

Background imageLegendary Collection: Cat Of Okazaki (Okazaki Neko), 1893 (ink and colour on paper)

Cat Of Okazaki (Okazaki Neko), 1893 (ink and colour on paper)
8599106 Cat Of Okazaki (Okazaki Neko), 1893 (ink and colour on paper) by Kunichika, Toyohara (1835-1900); 35.6x24.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Background imageLegendary Collection: Scene from a Ghost Story: The Okazaki Cat Demon, 7th month, 1847 (ink and colour on paper)

Scene from a Ghost Story: The Okazaki Cat Demon, 7th month, 1847 (ink and colour on paper)
8599101 Scene from a Ghost Story: The Okazaki Cat Demon, 7th month, 1847 (ink and colour on paper) by Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1798-1861); 35.5--25.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Background imageLegendary Collection: Greek mythology: the Judgment of Paris (relief)

Greek mythology: the Judgment of Paris (relief)
IMB4822540 Greek mythology: the Judgment of Paris (relief); (add.info.: Greek mythology: the Judgment of Paris. The shepherd Paris must choose the most beautiful of the three goddesses from Aphrodite)

Background imageLegendary Collection: Kamada Matahachi, a Man of Unmatched Power from Matsuzaka, Ise

Kamada Matahachi, a Man of Unmatched Power from Matsuzaka, Ise, Kills a Big Cat from the Mountains of Suzaka
8599110 Kamada Matahachi, a Man of Unmatched Power from Matsuzaka, Ise, Kills a Big Cat from the Mountains of Suzaka, c.1840 (ink, colour and embossing on paper) by Kuniyoshi

Background imageLegendary Collection: Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses. (print)

Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses. (print)
7419981 Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses. (print) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (after); (add.info.: Apollo dancing with his nine Olympian Muses: Calliope, Clio, Erato, Euterpe, Melpomene)

Background imageLegendary Collection: St George (d. c303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut)

St George (d. c303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut)
536736 St George (d. c303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Patron saint of England, Catalonia, Genoa, Greece, Portugal)

Background imageLegendary Collection: Merlin and Arthur (bronze)

Merlin and Arthur (bronze)
NGW186865 Merlin and Arthur (bronze) by John, William Goscombe (1860-1952); 61x25 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Background imageLegendary Collection: Mount Shasta in northern California is among the largest and most active volcanoes in the Cascade

Mount Shasta in northern California is among the largest and most active volcanoes in the Cascade Range. The peak reaches 14, 160 feet in height

Background imageLegendary Collection: Dracula Castle in Bran, Transylvania, Romania

Dracula Castle in Bran, Transylvania, Romania

Background imageLegendary Collection: Statue of Artemis, goddess of the hunt in Greek mythology, from Ephesus (engraving)

Statue of Artemis, goddess of the hunt in Greek mythology, from Ephesus (engraving)
7147480 Statue of Artemis, goddess of the hunt in Greek mythology, from Ephesus (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Artemis)

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)

The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
5863915 The Birth of Venus (detail), c.1485 (tempera on canvas) by Botticelli, Sandro (Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi) (1444/5-1510); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageLegendary Collection: 'Achille pleure la mort deAchilles Lamenting the Death of Patroclus

"Achille pleure la mort deAchilles Lamenting the Death of Patroclus
FIA5365171 " Achille pleure la mort deAchilles Lamenting the Death of Patroclus by Gay, Nikolai Nikolajevitch (1831-94); Belorussian National Gallery, Minsk

Background imageLegendary Collection: Life of William Tell - Open-air performance - Switzerland

Life of William Tell - Open-air performance - Switzerland
A open-air performance at Rugenwald zu Matten of a dramatization of the life of William Tell - Interlaken, Switzerland. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Wild Hunt of Odin, 1872 (oil on canvas)

The Wild Hunt of Odin, 1872 (oil on canvas)
3086601 The Wild Hunt of Odin, 1872 (oil on canvas) by Arbo, Peter Nicolai (1831-92); 166x240.5 cm; Nasjonalgalleriet, Oslo, Norway; Norwegian, out of copyright

Background imageLegendary Collection: Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham

Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham
Robin Hood tricks the Sheriff of Nottingham (and robs him of his gold). circa 1195

Background imageLegendary Collection: King Alfred of Wessex burns the cakes

King Alfred of Wessex burns the cakes
One popular legend from the life of Alfred the Great (849-899 AD), originating from 12th century chronicles, tells how after fleeing to the Somerset Levels

Background imageLegendary Collection: Boro Fan, Frank Boynton also known as Bam Bam, 9th January 1991

Boro Fan, Frank Boynton also known as Bam Bam, 9th January 1991

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Headless Horseman Pursuing Ichabod Crane, 1858. Creator: John Quidor

The Headless Horseman Pursuing Ichabod Crane, 1858. Creator: John Quidor
The Headless Horseman Pursuing Ichabod Crane, 1858

Background imageLegendary Collection: Altdorf, Switzerland - Statue of William Tell

Altdorf, Switzerland - Statue of William Tell
1910

Background imageLegendary Collection: Italy, Sicily, Erice, A Trinacria, ancient symbol of Sicily

Italy, Sicily, Erice, A Trinacria, ancient symbol of Sicily

Background imageLegendary Collection: Clock and Hercules, Mercury and Minerva sculptures, Grand Central Terminal Railway

Clock and Hercules, Mercury and Minerva sculptures, Grand Central Terminal Railway
USA, New York City, Manhattan, Clock and Hercules, Mercury and Minerva sculptures, Grand Central Terminal Railway Station

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Immaculate Conception, 1627. Creator: Guido Reni

The Immaculate Conception, 1627. Creator: Guido Reni
The Immaculate Conception, 1627

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Birth of the Monkey, 1922. Creator: Unknown

The Birth of the Monkey, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Birth of the Monkey, 1922. The Monkey King, Sun Wukong, a legendary characters in the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West vy Wu Cheng en with origins dating to Song dynasty

Background imageLegendary Collection: Ruyter, (1607-1676), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Ruyter, (1607-1676), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Ruyter, (1607-1676), 1830. Michiel de Ruyter (1607-1676) Dutch admiral during the Anglo-Dutch Wars, folk hero known for his part in the Raid on the Medway

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Story of Psyche, 1908. Artist: Maurice Denis

The Story of Psyche, 1908. Artist: Maurice Denis
The Story of Psyche, 1908. (Panel 1. Eros is Struck by Psyches Beauty). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Battle of Clavigo (fresco)

The Battle of Clavigo (fresco)
XOT359174 The Battle of Clavigo (fresco) by Altichiero da Zevio, (1330-85); Capella di San Giacomo, Padua, Italy; (add.info.: The Battle of Clavijo (844)

Background imageLegendary Collection: Freyja and the Necklace, 1890. Artist: James Doyle Penrose

Freyja and the Necklace, 1890. Artist: James Doyle Penrose
Freyja and the Necklace, 1890. Freya, goddess of love, who wore a necklace as a sign of social status. Illustration from Teutonic Myths and Legends by Donald A Mackenzie, 1890

Background imageLegendary Collection: Idun and the Apples, 1890. Artist: James Doyle Penrose

Idun and the Apples, 1890. Artist: James Doyle Penrose
Idun and the Apples, 1890. Idun is the keeper of apples that give the gods eternal youth. Illustration from Teutonic Myths and Legends by Donald A Mackenzie, 1890

Background imageLegendary Collection: Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Iraq

Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Iraq. Part of the Southern Palace of Nebuchadnezzar II built in the 6th century BC, these ruins are speculated to be the remains of the famous Hanging Gardens that he

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Death of Harold, 1902

The Death of Harold, 1902. Death of King Harold, Battle of Hastings, 1066 (1864). Harold II (c1022-1066) was nominated as his successor as King of Angles and Saxons by Edward the Confessor

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Death of Robin Hood, c1835, (1912). Artist: Thales Fielding

The Death of Robin Hood, c1835, (1912). Artist: Thales Fielding
The Death of Robin Hood, c1835, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [ J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Background imageLegendary Collection: Queen Guinevere consort of King Arthur, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald

Queen Guinevere consort of King Arthur, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Queen Guinevere consort of King Arthur. Guinevere is the Queen consort of King Arthur in the Arthurian Legend. From an original drawing by A. K. Macdonald

Background imageLegendary Collection: Sappho, Phaon and Cupid, 1809. Artist: Jacques-Louis David

Sappho, Phaon and Cupid, 1809. Artist: Jacques-Louis David
Sappho, Phaon and Cupid, 1809. According to Greek legend, the poet Sappho fell in love with Phaon, a ferryman from the island of Lesbos, and when he rejected her

Background imageLegendary Collection: Genevieve of Brabant, 19th century. Artist: Wilhelm Friedrich Herbig

Genevieve of Brabant, 19th century. Artist: Wilhelm Friedrich Herbig
Genevieve of Brabant, 19th century. The medieval legend of Genevieve of Brabant tells how she was wrongly accused of adultery by her husband, the palatine Siegfried

Background imageLegendary Collection: Yama-uba with Kintaro, 1840s. Artist: Totoya Hokkei

Yama-uba with Kintaro, 1840s. Artist: Totoya Hokkei
Yama-uba with Kintaro, 1840s. Hokkei, Totoya (1780-1850). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Fall of Icarus, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles

The Fall of Icarus, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
The Fall of Icarus, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Background imageLegendary Collection: Ulysses Lands on the Isle of Calypso, 1737. Artist: Pierre Charles Tremolieres

Ulysses Lands on the Isle of Calypso, 1737. Artist: Pierre Charles Tremolieres
Ulysses Lands on the Isle of Calypso, 1737. From the Musee Fabre, Montpellier, France

Background imageLegendary Collection: The Demon Omatsu Kills Shirosaburo in the Ford, 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

The Demon Omatsu Kills Shirosaburo in the Ford, 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
The Demon Omatsu Kills Shirosaburo in the Ford, 1886. Series: A New Selection of Eastern Brocade Pictures

Background imageLegendary Collection: Chinzei Hachiro Tametomo and Oniyashi on a Beach, 1879. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Chinzei Hachiro Tametomo and Oniyashi on a Beach, 1879. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Chinzei Hachiro Tametomo and Oniyashi on a Beach, 1879. Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan

Background imageLegendary Collection: Taira no Koremochi Slashing at a Demon, 1879. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Taira no Koremochi Slashing at a Demon, 1879. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Taira no Koremochi Slashing at a Demon, 1879. Series: A Mirror of Great Warriors of Japan

Background imageLegendary Collection: Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889

Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889



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"Unveiling the Legends: From Shadows to Triumphs" Step into a world where legends come alive, where shadows hold secrets and triumphs are etched in history. In this captivating journey, we explore the realms of extraordinary tales that have shaped our perception of greatness. John William Waterhouse's masterpiece "I am half sick of shadows, c1911" transports us to a realm where mystery intertwines with beauty. The enigmatic allure beckons us to unravel its hidden meanings and immerse ourselves in its ethereal charm. As we venture further, we encounter the indomitable spirits of Edmund Hillary and Tensing, conquerors of Mount Everest. Their courageous ascent reminds us that human determination knows no bounds; it is through perseverance that legends are born. In the realm of sportsmanship stands W. G. Grace, an icon whose prowess on the cricket field remains unparalleled. His name echoes through time as a testament to skill and dedication. Little India unveils another facet of legendry with pictures depicting various Hindu Gods for sale. These divine beings inspire devotion and capture our imagination with their mythical powers. Mick the Miller races into our hearts as one of the greatest greyhounds ever known. With lightning speed coursing through his veins, he became a symbol of tenacity and grace on tracks across nations. The 1924 Olympics witnessed Harold Abrahams' triumphant victory in the 100m race—a moment frozen in time when sheer willpower propelled him towards glory amidst fierce competition. From ancient times emerges Beowulf manuscript page—words etched onto parchment telling tales steeped in heroism and valor. It serves as a reminder that even ink can carry within it legendary stories waiting to be discovered anew. The Emerald Tablet or Tabula Smaragdina whispers secrets from alchemical realms—an enigmatic text believed to hold profound wisdom about transmutation and enlightenment—a treasure sought by seekers throughout centuries past. "The Attainment.