Mount Ida Collection

View of the Palace, c. 1900-1700 BC (photo)
XIR245734 View of the Palace, c.1900-1700 BC (photo) by Minoan; Phaestos, Crete; out of copyright

Mount Ida, On the Hudson (engraving)
727878 Mount Ida, On the Hudson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Ida, On the Hudson)

The judgement of Paris (chromolitho)
3100652 The judgement of Paris (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The judgement of Paris)

A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia
1607993 A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia, and the Crimea (engraving) by English School

The Shepherd discovering the Magnetic Stone on Mount Ida with the Iron of his Crook (engraving)
2781321 The Shepherd discovering the Magnetic Stone on Mount Ida with the Iron of his Crook (engraving) by English School

Mount Ida, Island of Crete (engraving)
1103805 Mount Ida, Island of Crete (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Ida, Island of Crete)

The Iliad: Iris dispatched by Zeus on Mount Ida to Troy (engraving)
6026370 The Iliad: Iris dispatched by Zeus on Mount Ida to Troy (engraving) by Jacomb-Hood, George Percy (1857-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iris dispatched by Zeus on Mount Ida to Troy)

The Judgement of Paris(?), 1740-1802. Creator: Giuseppe Canale
The Judgement of Paris(?), 1740-1802

The Judgment of Paris, 16th century. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
The Judgment of Paris, 16th century

Venus and Anchises, c1889-1890, (c1930). Creator: Sir William Blake Richmond
Venus and Anchises, c1889-1890, (c1930). Illustration to the " Epipsychidion", a poem by Percy Bysshe Shelley, depicting the illicit meeting of Venus, goddess of love

View from Mount Ida (Near Troy), c1839. Creator: H Wallis
View from Mount Ida (Near Troy), c1839. The town of Troy in New York State, with the Hudson River and mountains in the distance

NEW YORK: MOUNT IDA, 1839. View of Mount Ida, New York. Steel engraving, 1839

Battle wounds of Aeneas, Roman fresco. Aeneas (centre) has been wounded in battle. He leans upon his spear and rests his left hand on the shoulder of his little son Ascanius, who weeps bitterly

Hoar Frost on Farmland near Wedderburn, and Ida Range, Maniototo, South Island, New Zealand

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"Mount Ida: A Tapestry of Mythology, History, and Beauty" Step into a time capsule as we explore the captivating allure through various artistic depictions. From ancient engravings to chromolithos and woodcuts, this majestic mountain has inspired countless tales throughout history. In the cusp of antiquity, a breathtaking view unfolds before our eyes in "View of the Palace. " Dating back to 1900-1700 BC, this photo transports us to an era where Mount Ida's grandeur was already revered. Its towering presence on the Hudson River is immortalized in an enchanting engraving aptly named "Mount Ida, On the Hudson. " Delve deeper into mythology with "The Judgment of Paris, " depicted in vibrant chromolitho prints. Witness Zeus dispatching Iris from his sanctuary atop Mount Ida to Troy below. This pivotal moment forever altered destiny's course and ignited the flames of war. Travel further east with an engraved map showcasing Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia, and Crimea during times of conflict. Amidst these tumultuous landscapes lies Mount Ida – a silent witness to human strife and resilience. But it is not only wars that define this sacred peak; it holds secrets waiting to be discovered. In another engraving titled "The Shepherd discovering the Magnetic Stone on Mount Ida with the Iron of his Crook, " we glimpse at nature's hidden wonders intertwining with everyday life. Across vast oceans lies another incarnation – nestled within Crete's embrace. An exquisite engraving unveils its serene beauty while evoking curiosity about its mythical significance on this Mediterranean island. Returning once more to Troy's fateful shores, we encounter Giuseppe Canale’s interpretation of "The Judgement of Paris (?). " The timeless tale unfolds anew as three goddesses vie for a golden apple amidst lush surroundings blessed by Mount Ida’s proximity.