Mecene Collection

Saint Isidore, patron of the plowers. An angel helps Saint Isidore plow a field with a
XEE4176001 Saint Isidore, patron of the plowers. An angel helps Saint Isidore plow a field with a plow. 19th century. Engraving after the painting by Luc Olivier Merson (1846-1920)

The Italian painter and sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti called Michel Ange (Michelangelo or Michelangelo)
ELD4845752 The Italian painter and sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti called Michel Ange (Michelangelo or Michelangelo, 1475-1564) showing one of his works to Vittoria Colonna (1490-1547)

View of the Mecene villa and waterfalls in in Tivoli, Italy. 19th century
ELD4965680 View of the Mecene villa and waterfalls in in Tivoli, Italy. 19th century (engraving from "The Wonders of the World" by Huard)

Renaissance: Courtyard scene, artists and poets at the time of the regne of Cosimo (Cosimo de Medici)
ELD4846373 Renaissance: Courtyard scene, artists and poets at the time of the regne of Cosimo (Cosimo de Medici), known as Cosimo the Ancient Medicis (1389-1464) in Florence"

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): A young boss and his workers pose at the door of a workshop with their tools, 1910
LUX4727542 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): A young boss and his workers pose at the door of a workshop with their tools, 1910; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Misia Sert, 1898 (b/w photo) (b/w photo)
3434449 Misia Sert, 1898 (b/w photo) (b/w photo); (add.info.: Art. Photo d'Alfred Natanson, France, vers 1898. Art. Misia Sert, wife of the french patronThadee Natanson at the "Relais")

France, Rhone-Alpes, Isere (38), Grenoble: Workshop of a Metallurgical Factory Forclum with the workers at their post
LUX4755979 France, Rhone-Alpes, Isere (38), Grenoble: Workshop of a Metallurgical Factory Forclum with the workers at their post, 1910; (add.info.: France, Rhone-Alpes, Isere (38)

Ninon de Lenclos or Anne " Ninon" de l'Enclos, 1616-1705, French author
FLO4572067 Ninon de Lenclos or Anne " Ninon" de l'Enclos, 1616-1705, French author, courtesan and patron of the young Moliere and Voltaire

Saint James the Major, (Epinal print)
THT4306349 Saint James the Major, (Epinal print); (add.info.: Representation of Saint James the Major, patron of travelers. Epinal print.); © Jacques Marthelot. All rights reserved 2024.

Les Hommes du jour, Satirique en N & B, 1919_5_11: War of 14 -18, Profit Profit
ICA4940364 Les Hommes du jour, Satirique en N & B, 1919_5_11: War of 14 -18, Profit Profit, Pacifism - Patron/Bourgeois Illustration by Maudet; (add.info.: Les Hommes du jour, Satirique en N & B)

Art. The french patron Tadeusz Natanson (Thadee Natanson), husband of Misia Sert. Photo, France, c.1898 (b/w photo)
3434435 Art. The french patron Tadeusz Natanson (Thadee Natanson), husband of Misia Sert. Photo, France, c.1898 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Art. Photo, France, vers 1898. Art)

Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, 1796 (engraving)
FLO4706992 Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, 1796 (engraving); (add.info.: Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem)

France, Aquitaine, Gironde (33), Bordeaux: harvest in Bordeaux, arrival in the vineyard in a cart pulled by oxen
LUX4766982 France, Aquitaine, Gironde (33), Bordeaux: harvest in Bordeaux, arrival in the vineyard in a cart pulled by oxen - Patron of the estate in hat and costume and five pickers

Saint George and the Dragon (painting on canvas) by Cosme Tura (1430-1495). Detail. Museo dell'Opera del Duom
VEN5028400 Saint George and the Dragon (painting on canvas) by Cosme Tura (1430-1495). Detail. Museo dell'Opera del Duom

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): hospital, a boss and his whole team in professional pose: supervisor, nurses
LUX4786707 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): hospital, a boss and his whole team in professional pose: supervisor, nurses

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Blere: Usine Guerive et Verry - A worker
LUX4770267 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Blere: Usine Guerive et Verry - A worker, a foreman and the boss in front of a winding, 1911; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

Portrait of Saint Martin, patron saint of beggars and vagabonds, with two disabled beggars at his feet
FLO5000741 Portrait of Saint Martin, patron saint of beggars and vagabonds, with two disabled beggars at his feet. By an unknown German artist circa 1460

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37): internal view of a dairy with 3 workers and the boss at work, 1900
LUX4760766 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37): internal view of a dairy with 3 workers and the boss at work, 1900; (add.info.: France, Centre)

Portrait of Alfred Douet (1875-1952), art collector by Charles Bellentant, 1916
ETI4396691 Portrait of Alfred Douet (1875-1952), art collector by Charles Bellentant, 1916..

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: the boss and workers of a carpentry pose with their tools
LUX4750014 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: the boss and workers of a carpentry pose with their tools, 1898 - Atelier Genty; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

Romanesque art: Polychrome wood sculpture and doree of Saint Roch dating from the 14th century. Boss of reapers
JEB4922773 Romanesque art: Polychrome wood sculpture and doree of Saint Roch dating from the 14th century. Boss of reapers. Neuilly-en-Dun (Neuilly en Dun), Cher, Centre, France

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): hospital, a boss and his whole team in professional pose: supervisor, nurses
LUX4786711 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): hospital, a boss and his whole team in professional pose: supervisor, nurses

Saint Hubert, 19th century (Epinal print)
THT4305600 Saint Hubert, 19th century (Epinal print); (add.info.: Saint Hubert, patron of the hunters. Epinal print. End of the 19th century.); © Jacques Marthelot. All rights reserved 2023.

Saint Maurice of the Thebean Legion, Roman military (Saint Maurice of Valais), Coptic Christian martyr in Auganuu
PCT4286760 Saint Maurice of the Thebean Legion, Roman military (Saint Maurice of Valais), Coptic Christian martyr in Auganuu, died 287 - he is the patron saint of the Alpine hunters, Swiss guards

Italy Tuscany San Gimignano, Museum of Sacred Art: The Virgin in Majesty - Maesta de Filippo di Memmo dit Lippo Memmi
JEB4948019 Italy Tuscany San Gimignano, Museum of Sacred Art: The Virgin in Majesty - Maesta de Filippo di Memmo dit Lippo Memmi (1291-1356), fresco, 1317; (add.info.: Italy Tuscany San Gimignano)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Abilly: The workers of the Abilly factory with their boss, 1893
LUX4749911 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Abilly: The workers of the Abilly factory with their boss, 1893; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): A cafe front with the boss and the staff, 1890 - owner villard, absinthe bitter
LUX4752343 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): A cafe front with the boss and the staff, 1890 - owner villard, absinthe bitter; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Ancient Rome: The Latin poet Horace (Horatius Quintus Flaccus) (65-8 BC) reading his odes to the Roman Emperor Augustus
ELD4845185 Ancient Rome: The Latin poet Horace (Horatius Quintus Flaccus) (65-8 BC) reading his odes to the Roman Emperor Augustus (63 BC-14 AD) and Caius Cilnius Maecenas (or Mecene) (around 70 BC)

France, Vosges: In a foundry in the Vosges, the owner of the establishment lays in the middle of his machines, 1910
LUX4811960 France, Vosges: In a foundry in the Vosges, the owner of the establishment lays in the middle of his machines, 1910; (add.info.: France, Vosges: In a foundry in the Vosges)

Roman Antiquite " Caius Cilnius Maecenas dit Mecene (70-8 BC) with Emperor Augustus (63 BC-14 AD)
ELD4962143 Roman Antiquite " Caius Cilnius Maecenas dit Mecene (70-8 BC) with Emperor Augustus (63 BC-14 AD) and Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa (63 BC-12 AD)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): studio portrait of the Marquise de Ganay (Berthe de Behague, 1868-1940, salonniere)
LUX4711091 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): studio portrait of the Marquise de Ganay (Berthe de Behague, 1868-1940, salonniere, mecene and landscaper), late 1880's; (add.info.: France)

Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in The Charivari, 1873-6-18 - The boss of wise people - Francs (people) - Dagobert I
ICA4869779 Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in The Charivari, 1873-6-18 - The boss of wise people - Francs (people) - Dagobert I; (add.info.: Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in The Charivari

La Baionnette, Satirical in Colours, 1916_3_30: War of 14 -18, Profit Profitors, Coal, Tree
ICA4849698 La Baionnette, Satirical in Colours, 1916_3_30: War of 14 -18, Profit Profitors, Coal, Tree, Fire - Boss/Bourgeois - Illustration by Pierre E

French author, courtesan, freethinker, and patron of the arts Ninon de lenclos receiving two lovers
ELD4934366 French author, courtesan, freethinker, and patron of the arts Ninon de lenclos receiving two lovers. 19th century (engraving from "L'alcove des queines" by Jules Beaujoint)

Knight of the Order of Saint Blaise and Knight of the Order of Montjoie. The Order of Saint Blaise was only in Armenia
FLO4708551 Knight of the Order of Saint Blaise and Knight of the Order of Montjoie. The Order of Saint Blaise was only in Armenia in the 12th century

Saint Nicholas, patron of Lorraine, the epinal image, half 19th century
THT4304507 Saint Nicholas, patron of Lorraine, the epinal image, half 19th century.; (add.info.: Saint Nicholas, patron of Lorraine, the epinal image, half 19th century.); © Jacques Marthelot

Lucy Russell, Lucia Harrington, Countess of Bedford (1580-1627), aristocratic patron of the arts
FLO4636706 Lucy Russell, Lucia Harrington, Countess of Bedford (1580-1627), aristocratic patron of the arts and literature in the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras

Illustration for 'Au bonheur des dames' written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266867 Illustration for 'Au bonheur des dames' written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Madonna della Ghiaia with Sponsor Painting by Iacopo Negretti dit Palma il Giovane (the young) (1548-1628)
VEN5027799 Madonna della Ghiaia with Sponsor Painting by Iacopo Negretti dit Palma il Giovane (the young) (1548-1628) 17th century Church Sant'Agostino

Gothic architecture. Noe's story: donor - the cooper. Stained glass from the lower north coast
JEB4845127 Gothic architecture. Noe's story: donor - the cooper. Stained glass from the lower north coast. Cathedrale de Chartres.; (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

Poratrit de Federico Cesi (1585-1630) mecene who founded the Academy of Lincei
XEE5028697 Poratrit de Federico Cesi (1585-1630) mecene who founded the Academy of Lincei; (add.info.: Poratrit de Federico Cesi (1585-1630) mecene who founded the Academy of Lincei

The courtesan and woman of letters Ninon de Lenclos (1620-1705) and her son the knight of Villiers in love with her
ELD4934375 The courtesan and woman of letters Ninon de Lenclos (1620-1705) and her son the knight of Villiers in love with her without knowing that it is her mother

Illustration for 'Au bonheur des dames' written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266809 Illustration for 'Au bonheur des dames' written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), Angers: at the hospital, visit of the boss, interns
LUX4757491 France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), Angers: at the hospital, visit of the boss, interns, nurses and sisters with their medical equipment, 1895; (add.info.: France)

Art. The french painter Henri de Toulouse Lautrec sleeping at the "Relais"
3434434 Art. The french painter Henri de Toulouse Lautrec sleeping at the "Relais", house of the couple Thadee Natanson and Misia Sert at Villeneuve sur Yonne

Michelangelo Buonarroti dit Michel Ange (Michelangelo or Michelangelo, 1475-1564)
XEE5027020 Michelangelo Buonarroti dit Michel Ange (Michelangelo or Michelangelo, 1475-1564) presents a project to Pope Leon X (John of Medicis, 1475-1521) by J

Gothic architecture. Noe's story: donor - the charrons. Stained glass from the lower north coast
JEB4845130 Gothic architecture. Noe's story: donor - the charrons. Stained glass from the lower north coast. Cathedrale de Chartres.; (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

Laurent de Medici (1449-1492) says the Magnificent (Lorenzo de Medici) mecene
ELD4904697 Laurent de Medici (1449-1492) says the Magnificent (Lorenzo de Medici) mecene and the young Michelangelo Buonarroti called Michelangelo (1475-1564)

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"Mécène: A Legacy of Patronage and Support" Throughout history, individuals have emerged as patrons, providing support and encouragement to various fields. From the humble plowers to renowned artists, these benefactors have left an indelible mark on society. In the 12th century, Saint Isidore became known as the patron of plowers. An angel's assistance while he plowed a field symbolized divine intervention in agricultural endeavors. Cross-stitch enthusiasts find inspiration in patterns like the parrot design. This intricate art form allows them to create beautiful embroidery pieces that showcase their creativity and skill. Diego Velázquez's masterpiece "Las Meninas" captures the essence of patronage during Philip IV's reign. The painting immortalizes his family while highlighting their connection with artists and intellectuals of the time. Emperor Charlemagne's interest in education earned him recognition as the patron saint of schools. His visitations to educational institutions emphasized his commitment to learning and fostering knowledge among scholars. In "The Adoration of the Magi, " we witness how patrons' contributions supported religious art throughout history. This detailed tempera painting showcases both devotion and financial support for artistic endeavors. Cangrande della Scala, lord of Verona during the 14th century, played a crucial role as Dante Alighieri's mecène or benefactor. Their relationship fostered Dante's literary genius while Cangrande donned a distinctive blue cap symbolizing his status. Engraving workshops thrived under dedicated patrons who ensured quality craftsmanship prevailed even after nightfall. In this scene, bosses oversee work progress while workers warm themselves by a brazier—a testament to patrons' dedication towards nurturing talent within their industries. Emperor Charlemagne continued his legacy as a supporter of education through encounters with children at school meetings. His unwavering commitment paved the way for him being revered as one of history's most influential advocates for learning.