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Taming Collection

"Taming the Wild: A Journey of Mastery and Connection" In the realm of taming, there lies a profound bond between man and beast

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Taming Collection: Alexander & Bucephalus
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Taming Collection: Circus scene. Illustration by G鲡rd Laplau (1938-2009)
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Taming Collection: Netsuke in the form of a demon queller and a small demon, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
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Taming Collection: Saint Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio
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Taming Collection: Taming horse. Roman painting. Domus. 4th C. Merida (Augusta
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Taming Collection: Bucking Bronco, 1903 (oil on canvas laid down on masonite)
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Taming Collection: Le Dressage Man training (breaking) a horse, 19th century Watercolour
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Taming Collection: Lily Brayton as Katharina in The Taming of the Shrew
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Taming Collection: Christ as Apollo or Orpheus with his lyre taming the animals, 4th century
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Taming Collection: Isarda or kotah preparatory drawing of the taming of an elephant, c. 1720 (ink & gouache on paper)
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Taming Collection: Ring Master, illustration from Voyage aux Pyrenees by Hippolyte Taine (1828-93), Hachette, Paris
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Taming Collection: J (letter shown by a saltimbank and his learned dog)
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Taming Collection: The Monkey and the Whip (woodcut)
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Taming Collection: Detail from a monumental relief of Alexander taming Bucephalus, c. 1850-59 (marble)
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Taming Collection: Detail from a monumental relief of Alexander taming Bucephalus, c. 1850-59 (marble)
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Taming Collection: Detail from a monumental relief of Alexander taming Bucephalus, c. 1850-59 (marble)
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Taming Collection: Saint Jerome and the Lion, illustration from Helmet & Cowl: Stories of Monastic
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Taming Collection: Houndsman to King Francis I, France, 16th century. 1867 (engraving)
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Taming Collection: Taming
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Taming Collection: Jesus Christ as Orpheus (engraving)
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Taming Collection: Le Dompteur Noir - poster for the Folies-Bergere
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Taming Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Mors; Bit; Gebisz (engraving)
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Taming Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Dresseur; Horse-breaker; Zureiter (engraving)
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Taming Collection: Alexander the Great taming Bucephalus (litho)
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Taming Collection: Virgin and unicorn (woodcut)
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Taming Collection: 7177246
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Taming Collection: The bull leaping fresco. Found Knossos, 1600-1400 BC
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Taming Collection: Detail of the Bull Leaping Fresco. Found in Knossos, 1600-1400 BC
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Taming Collection: Bear Show, 2nd - 3rd century (marble tablet engraved)
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Taming Collection: Dressage of wild horses, from the book 'Trujillo del Peru'or '
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Taming Collection: The Voyage of Life: Manhood (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas)
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Taming Collection: The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas)
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Taming Collection: Elephants in India (engraving)
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Taming Collection: St Gerasimus and the lion (chromolitho)
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Taming Collection: Scene from 'Taming of the Shrew'(engraving)
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Taming Collection: Christopher Sly (engraving)
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Taming Collection: A gift from Menelik (colour litho)
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Taming Collection: The Bull Baiters, illustration from Myths of Crete and Pre-Hellenic Europe
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Taming Collection: Hercules and Cerberus (fresco)
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Taming Collection: The Bronco Buster, 1889 (bronze with brown patina)
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Taming Collection: The Tamer, c. 1888 (pen & ink on paper)
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Taming Collection: Performing polar bears 1903
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Taming Collection: Performing cats 1903
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Taming Collection: Herr Sawade
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Taming Collection: Lion and lion tamer in a cage (colour litho)
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Taming Collection: The Voyage of Life: Childhood, 1842 (oil on canvas)
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Taming Collection: The Voyage of Life: Childhood (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas)
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Taming Collection: Folio from a manuscript on elephant training (pen & ink and w / c on paper)


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"Taming the Wild: A Journey of Mastery and Connection" In the realm of taming, there lies a profound bond between man and beast. From ancient tales to modern spectacles, this captivating art has transcended time and culture. One such legendary duo is that of Alexander & Bucephalus. Their story echoes through history as a testament to trust and companionship. Together, they conquered lands unknown, their spirits intertwined in an unbreakable bond. Imagine stepping into a vibrant circus scene, where performers defy gravity with grace and precision. Géard Laplau's enchanting illustration captures the essence - a delicate balance between control and freedom. Delving deeper into the mystic realms, we encounter netsuke in the form of a demon queller subduing a small demon. In this Meiji Period masterpiece, we witness not only physical restraint but also an inner battle for dominance over our own demons. Saint Francis stands before us as he confronts the fearsome Wolf of Gubbio. Through compassion rather than force, he demonstrates that true taming comes from understanding and embracing one another's nature. The wild west brings forth images of cowboys atop bucking broncos; their determination etched on canvas by skilled artists like those who painted "Bucking Bronco" in 1903. It symbolizes mankind's relentless pursuit to tame even the most untamed forces within ourselves. Roman paintings unveil scenes from ancient times when horse tamers showcased their prowess at Domus Augusta in Merida during the 4th century AD. These equestrian masters understood that true power lies not in breaking horses' spirits but forging an alliance based on mutual respect. From legends to propaganda posters during WW1, animals were used as symbols representing nations being tamed or controlled by opposing forces. Such imagery reminds us how manipulation can distort reality while highlighting humanity's desire for dominion over others.