Olympian Collection

Pergamon Altar. Hecate fighting against the giant Klytios ne
Pergamon Altar. Built by order of Eumenes II Soter. 164-156 BC. Marble and limestone. Gigantomachy. South frieze. The three-faceted goddess Hecate fighting with a torch

WILMA RUDOLPH (1940-1994). American track and field athlete. Crossing the finish line to win the 400-meter relay for the United States at the Summer Olympic Games in Rome, Italy, 8 September 1960

Discus thrower statue
Statue of a discus thrower (discobolus). Marble statue in the Vatican Museums, Italy, depicting a nude, male athlete preparing to throw a discus

Mrs Bryan Guinness (Diana Freeman Mitford) as Venus
Front cover photograph from The Sketch of the Hon. Mrs. Bryan Guinness, formerly the Hon. Diana Mitford, cast as the role of Venus at the Olympian Party

Mrs Charles Sweeny as Astrae the Star-Maiden
Mrs Charles Sweeny, formerly Miss Margaret Whigham and later the Duchess of Argyll (1912 - 1993), pictured as Astrae, the Star-Maiden for the Olympian Party at Claridges on 5 March 1935 in aid of

OLYMPICS: BOXING, 1924. The American Olympic Boxing team. Photograph, 1924

OLYMPIC GAMES, 1948. Fanny Blankers-Koen of the Netherlands (right) and Maureen Gardner (left) of England finishing the 80 meter hurdle event at Wembley Stadium, London, England, 4 August 1948

Helsinki Olympics - Gymnasts
Three female gymnasts used as the subject for a promotional card for the Helsinki Olympic Games of 1952. Date: 1952

Statue of Zeus in Ancient Olympia
Statue of Zeus in Olympia. coloured historical artwork. This statue was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and was 12 metres high inside the Temple of Zeus in Olympia, Greece

The Statue of Jupiter at Olympia, published 1610. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
The Statue of Jupiter at Olympia, published 1610. From The Seven Wonders of the World, pl. 1

Lytton, Neville, Honorable, portrait photograph, 1914 Apr. 12. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Lytton, Neville, Honorable, portrait photograph, 1914 Apr. 12

Alexander Consecrating the Altars for the Twelve Olympian Gods, 1545/1547. Creator: Perino del Vaga
Alexander Consecrating the Altars for the Twelve Olympian Gods, 1545/1547

The Admission of Psyche to Olympia, c. 1635. Creator: François Perrier
The Admission of Psyche to Olympia, c. 1635

The Wedding Feast of Cupid and Psyche, c. 1635. Creator: François Perrier
The Wedding Feast of Cupid and Psyche, c. 1635

Le Titan, 1884. Creator: Alexandre Cabanel
Le Titan, 1884

The musical contest between the Muses on one side and the Pierides on the other, judg... 1750-1850. Creator: Anon
The musical contest between the Muses on one side and the Pierides on the other, judged by the gods of Olympus, 1750-1850

Football player Jim Thorpe, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Football player Jim Thorpe, between 1910 and 1920. Athlete and Olympic gold medalist James Francis Thorpe was the first Native American to win a gold medal for the United States in the Olympics

Titans Storming Mount Olympus, c.1770-72. Creator: Henry Fuseli
Titans Storming Mount Olympus, c.1770-72

Athena, from Cabinet Reynst; Variarum imaginum a celeberrimis artificibus pictarum... c. 1650
Athena, from Cabinet Reynst; Variarum imaginum a celeberrimis artificibus pictarum Caelaturae (Cabinet Reynst: Engravings of various images painted by famous artists), c. 1650

Athena, from Cabinet Reynst; Variarum imaginum a celeberrimis artificibus pictarum... c. 1650
Athena, from Cabinet Reynst; Variarum imaginum a celeberrimis artificibus pictarum Caelaturae (Cabinet Reynst: Engravings of various images painted by famous artists), c. 1650

SALLY GUNNEL HOLDING HER GOLD AND BRONZE MEDALS WON AT THE 1992 OLYMPICS ON RETURN TO WORK 13/08/1992

Tessa Sanderson at 35, looks forward to her fifth Olympic Games in 1992 - 04 / 02 / 1992
Tessa Sanderson at 35, looks forward to her fifth Olympic Games in 1992 - 04/02/1992

Three former Olympic competitors who will spearhead ITVs coverage of the 1980 Olympic Games, pictured with Dickie Davies at the London Weekend Studios

John Curry, the former European figure skating champion, arrives at Solihull Ice Rink, where he hopes to pass on a few tips to promising youngsters. 10th June 1988

Swimmer Bobby Lord (in pool) with coach Graham Symonds. 8th November 1965

Skating superstar John Curry back in Birmingham - where he learnt his skills - at the Silver Blades Ice Rink. 14th November 1985

Athens from Southeast with Temple of Olympian Zeus 1835 Date: 1835

Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens, Attica, Greece

USA, Pennsylvania, Jim Thorpe, statue of Olympian Jim Thorpe

The Temple Of Olympian Zeus, Athens, 1818
An architectural pencil drawing of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, in the centre of Athens, Greece. Construction began in the 6th century BC

Helen Wainwright (1906-1965), also known as Helen Stelling was a diver and swimmer who represented the United States at the 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics

The Victory of Apollo, c. 1716 (oil on canvas)
MAN443320 The Victory of Apollo, c.1716 (oil on canvas) by Thornhill, James (1675-1734); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info)

Heavenly Scene with the Gods of Olympus Surrounding a Chess Board, 1723-1741. Creator: John Carwitham
Heavenly Scene with the Gods of Olympus Surrounding a Chess Board, Poseidon and Pan Below, 1723-1741

Frescoes of the Sala di Psiche by Raphael (1483-1520) and Giulio Romano (c. 1499-1546), Villa Farnesina, Rome (photo)
703138 Frescoes of the Sala di Psiche by Raphael (1483-1520) and Giulio Romano (c.1499-1546), Villa Farnesina, Rome (photo) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); (add.info)

Denarius (Coin) Depicting the God Apollo, about 42 BCE, issued by P. Clodius

Council of the Gods, 1517-18 (fresco)
703080 Council of the Gods, 1517-18 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Triumphal return of an Olympic victor, illustration from The Illustrated History of the World published by Ward Lock
LLM463884 Triumphal return of an Olympic victor, illustration from The Illustrated History of the World published by Ward Lock, c.1880 (litho) by English School

Temples of the Olympian Jupiter and the Acropolis, Athens, Greece Date: 1903

Columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens

The Zeus of Pheidias, loftiest embodiment of divinity in art (colour litho)
3099414 The Zeus of Pheidias, loftiest embodiment of divinity in art (colour litho) by Oakley, Harold (1869-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zeus of Pheidias)

The Chariot of Apollo, 1907-10 (oil on canvas)
FIT55386 The Chariot of Apollo, 1907-10 (oil on canvas) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); 47.6x29.9 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French, out of copyright

Hadrian the Olympian. Coin struck at Cyzicus (engraving)
662967 Hadrian the Olympian. Coin struck at Cyzicus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hadrian the Olympian. Coin struck at Cyzicus)

LtoR: Toni Merkens and Albert Sellinger starting the 1000 metre bike race at the Berlin
DGC446558 LtoR: Toni Merkens and Albert Sellinger starting the 1000 metre bike race at the Berlin Olympic Games, 1936 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Olympian hellebore, Helleborus olympicus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley

Boxer, illustration for Olympia by Adolf Boetticher, 1886 (digitally enhanced image)
LLM463894 Boxer, illustration for Olympia by Adolf Boetticher, 1886 (digitally enhanced image) by English School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Olympian St. Johns wort, Hypericum olympicum (Broad-leaved Olympian St. Johns wort, Hypericum olympicum latifolium). Handcoloured botanical engraving by Weddell from John Sims Curtiss Botanical

Temple of Olympian Zeus, Arch of Hadrian
Modern Athens built from the ruins of ancient Athens, 1800. View from the south-east showing the Temple of Olympian Zeus and its three columns in the foreground, the Arch of Hadrian

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Unleashing the Spirit of Champions: A Glimpse into the World of Olympians" Step back in time to witness the awe-inspiring triumphs and indomitable spirit of legendary athletes who graced the Olympic stage. Wilma Rudolph, an American track and field athlete, etched her name in history as she crossed the finish line, victorious in the 400-meter relay at the Summer Olympics in Rome. Her determination and grace propelled her to greatness. Marvel at a statue honoring a discus thrower, frozen mid-motion, capturing strength and precision that defined these extraordinary competitors. The Pergamon Altar showcases Hecate's fierce battle against Klytios - a symbol of unwavering resilience faced by Olympians. Mrs. Charles Sweeny embodies Astrae, the Star-Maiden herself; radiating celestial beauty while representing aspirations reaching for new heights during this grand event. The American Olympic Boxing team from 1924 stands united with fists raised high – their camaraderie echoing throughout generations as they exemplify courage within adversity. Witness Fanny Blankers-Koen from Netherlands and Maureen Gardner from England hurdling towards victory at Wembley Stadium during London's 1948 Olympic Games – showcasing women breaking barriers on their path to glory. Gymnasts soar through Helsinki Olympics' ethereal atmosphere – defying gravity with every twist and turn; their artistry captivating audiences worldwide. Behold Zeus himself embodied in stone within Ancient Olympia – an emblematic tribute to divine power inspiring mortals to push beyond limits set upon them. Jesse Owens' iconic presence reverberates through time as he defied prejudice amidst Berlin's 1936 Olympics – his remarkable achievements transcending mere sport, becoming symbols of hope for millions around the globe. Wilma Rudolph once again claims victory at Rome's 1960 Summer Olympics by winning gold in the electrifying 100-meter dash – her speed and determination leaving spectators in awe.