Sigismunda Collection

Time smoking a picture, 1761. Artist: William Hogarth
Time smoking a picture, 1761.The allegorical figure of Time is a satire concerning Hogarths belief that art connoisseurs only valued paintings for their age

Sigismonda and the Heart of Guiscardo (oil on canvas)
AGN282325 Sigismonda and the Heart of Guiscardo (oil on canvas) by Haughton, Moses (1772-1848); 91x101 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Sigismunda with the Heart of Guiscardo, 1645. Creator: Francesco Furini
Sigismunda with the Heart of Guiscardo, 1645. Illustrates a scene from Boccaccios Decameron

Sigismonda Drinking The Poison, c1897. Creator: Joseph Edward Southall
Sigismonda Drinking The Poison, c1897

Time Smoking a Picture, ca. 1761. Creator: William Hogarth
Time Smoking a Picture, ca. 1761

Sigismunda, May 5, 1790. Creator: James Basire I
Sigismunda, May 5, 1790. After William Hogarth

Cover of Los trabajos de Persiles y Sigismunda (Works of Persiles and Sigismunda) by Miguel de Cervantes. Madrid, 1617

Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo, 1759. Artist: William Hogarth
Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo, 1759. Inspired by Boccaccios Decameron, written in the mid 14th century. From William Hogarth, by Austin Dobson. [Hachette Et Cie, Paris, 1904]

Sigismonda, with the heart of her husband, 1833. Artist: TW Shaw
Sigismonda, with the heart of her husband, 1833. Engraving after Hogarths Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo of 1759, inspired by Boccaccios Decameron, written in the mid 14th century

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Sigismonda Sigismunda June 4 1795 Etching engraving
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Sigismonda with the Heart of her Husband, engraved by T
XJF396067 Sigismonda with the Heart of her Husband, engraved by T.W. Shaw, from The Works of Hogarth, published 1833 (litho) by Hogarth

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"Sigismunda: A Tale of Love, Tragedy, and Artistic Expression" In the realm of art, Sigismunda's story has been immortalized through various masterpieces. From William Hogarth's captivating depiction in "Time Smoking a Picture" to Francesco Furini's emotional portrayal in "Sigismonda and the Heart of Guiscardo, " her tale continues to captivate audiences. Joseph Edward Southall captured Sigismunda's despair as she contemplates drinking poison in his poignant painting, "Sigismunda Drinking The Poison. " Meanwhile, James Basire I portrayed her with grace and elegance in his work titled simply "Sigismunda. " Thomas Cook delved deeper into Sigismunda's narrative by creating an artwork that spans two decades - from 1808 to 1827 - showcasing the evolution of her character and emotions. This piece serves as a testament to the enduring power of her story. Even literature pays homage to Sigismunda; Los trabajos de Persiles y Sigismunda (Works of Persiles and Sigismunda) features her on its cover, further cementing her place within literary history. William Hogarth returned once again to depict Sigismunda mourning over the heart of Guiscardo in another evocative masterpiece. His attention to detail allows viewers to feel every ounce of grief emanating from "Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo. " TW Shaw took a different approach by focusing solely on Sigismonda herself while clutching onto the heart of her beloved husband. In this rendition, we witness not only sorrow but also strength and determination shining through. Through these artworks spanning centuries, we are reminded that love can be both beautiful and tragic. The timeless allure surrounding Sigismunda lies not only in her heartbreaking story but also in how artists have interpreted it throughout history.