Roberti Collection

Portrait of Giuseppe Roberti, 1819. Creator: Hayez, Francesco (1791-1882)
Portrait of Giuseppe Roberti, 1819. Found in the Collection of the Museo Civico, Bassano del Grappa.

Carla Thorneycroft, philanthropist and patron of the arts
Carla Thorneycroft, Baroness Thorneycroft (1914-2007), formerly Countess Carla Roberti, born Carla Maria Concetta Francesca Malagola Cappi

Charles the Bald, Carolingian Emperor, on his throne, 9th century. He wears an extraodinary crown and holds a long rod. Squires on either side hold his great sword, spear and shield

Portrait of King Charles the Bald, 9th century
Portrait of King Charles the Bald, Emperor of the Carolingian Empire, 9th century, seated on a grand throne, holding orb and sceptre and wearing a chlamys over his shoulder

Coronation of an ancient Italian king by the archbishop. The king is crowned while wearing a cape over breastplate and holding a sceptre. Six electors of the empire stand to his left

Battle of Marignano in the Italian Wars, 1515
Battle of Marignano (now Melegnano) in the Italian Wars, 1515. King Francis I leads his lancers against the pikemen and artillery of the Old Swiss Confederacy

Francesco Ferruccio capturing the city of Volterra, Tuscany, 1530. Ferruccio was an Italian captain from Florence, 1489-1530. Francesco Ferrucci costringe Voltera ad arrendersi

The Peace of Constance, 1183. Frederick I, Holy Roman Emperor, and his son Henry VI, King of the Romans, grant peace to the members of the Lombard League. La Pace di Costanza

The Rotunda of Saint Thomas, Lombardy, 1823. Plan, section and carved capitals from the Rotonda di San Tome. Chiesa di S. Tommaso in Lemine. After Seroux d Agincourts Architecture, 1823

Roman philiosopher Manlius Boethius, 510
Costume of Roman philiosopher Manlius Boethius in 510, from an ivory dyptich. Costume del Console Boezio da un Dittico. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Roberti from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes

Depictions of the Seven against Thebes. Tydeus, Amphiaraus, Polynices and Parthenopeus, from an Etruscan cameo 1. Amphiaraus with Eriphyle 1, a genius presents a helmet to Amphiaraus 3

Ercole de Roberti (engraving)
815516 Ercole de Roberti (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ercole de Roberti. 1451 - 1496. Italian artist.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Ginerva Bentivoglio by Ercole Roberti
Profile portrait on wood of Ginerva Bentivoglio by Ercole Roberti (c.1456-1496). Date: circa 1480

Giovanni II Bentivoglio by Ercole Roberti
Profile portrait painting on wood of Giovanni II Bentivoglio by Ercole Roberti (c.1456-1496). Date: circa 1480

Choosing a Bride, Early 19th cen Creator: Roberti, Roberto (1786-1837)
Choosing a Bride, Early 19th Century. Private Collection

Tatler cover - Mrs Peter Thorneycroft by Madame Yevonde
Mrs Peter Thorneycroft, formerly Countess Carla Roberti, wife of the President of the Board of Trade pictured posed in front of an over mantel mirror by Madame Yevonde. Date: 1954

Saint Lucy Tempera gold wood 12 3 / 8 x 7 3 / 4 31. 4 19. 7 cm
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Ercole de Roberti, Ginevra Bentivoglio, Italian, c. 1455-1456-1496, c. 1474-1477, tempera on panel

Ercole de Roberti (Italian, c. 1455-1456 - 1496), The Wife of Hasdrubal and Her Children, c. 1490-1493, tempera on panel

Jerome in the Desert. St Jerome (c340-420) a father of Western Church and compiler of the Vulgate. His lion is at bottom left, and his cardinals hat is in niche behind his shoulder

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Carla Thorneycroft, a renowned philanthropist and patron of the arts, was captivated by the enigmatic figure known as Roberti. From ancient Italian kings to Roman philosophers, Roberti's influence spanned centuries. In the 9th century, King Charles the Bald sat regally on his throne as captured in a timeless portrait. His reign marked an era of power and prestige that would shape European history. Roberti's impact extended beyond royal courts; even archbishops sought his presence during coronations. The image of an ancient Italian king being crowned by an archbishop showcases Roberti's ability to bridge religious and political realms. The Battle of Marignano in 1515 witnessed Roberti's involvement in military affairs. As Francesco Ferruccio triumphantly captured Volterra under his command, it became evident that Roberti possessed not only artistic talent but also strategic brilliance. Yet amidst conflicts and conquests, peace prevailed at times. The Peace of Constance in 1183 stands as a testament to diplomatic negotiations facilitated by figures like Roberti who understood the value of harmony amid chaos. Artistic endeavors were another avenue through which Roberti left his mark. The Rotunda of Saint Thomas in Lombardy stood tall since 1823, showcasing architectural grandeur inspired by this mysterious figure's vision for beauty and spirituality. Roberti's influence transcended time itself; even Roman philosopher Manlius Boethius found inspiration from him back in 510 AD. This connection between eras highlights how ideas can endure across generations with individuals like Roberti acting as conduits for knowledge and wisdom. Depictions of the Seven against Thebes further exemplify how art immortalizes historical events thanks to artists like Ercole de Roberti whose engravings brought these tales to life for future generations to appreciate and learn from.