Troilus Collection (page 2)

Spicebush swallowtail, Papilio troilus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812

2654816; out of copyright

2654808; out of copyright

TROILUS AND CRESSIDA. A play by William Shakespeare. Drawing, 19th century

Alabaster urn with relief depicting Achilles ambushing and killing Troilus, son of Priam, Etruscan civilization
Etruscan civilization, 2nd century b.C. Alabaster urn with relief depicting Achilles ambushing and killing Troilus, son of Priam

Detail of Etruscan funerary urn depicting Achilles killing Troilus by walls of Troy
Etruscan civilization. Funerary urn depicting Achilles killing Troilus by the walls of Troy. Detail

The Trojan War: Achilles Tent. ca. 1470. Central

TROILUS AND CRESSIDA. By William Shakespeare. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

TROILUS AND CRESSIDA. The Greek princes before Agamemnons tent (Act I, Scene III) in William Shakespeares Troilus and Cressida. Wood engraving, 19th century

TROILUS AND CRESSIDA. Play by William Shakespeare. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

TROILUS AND CRESSIDA. Pandarus, Paris, and Helen (Act III, Scene I): wood engraving, English, 19th century

TROILUS AND CRESSIDA. Act IV, Scene II of William Shakespeares Troilus and Cressida. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

TROILUS AND CRESSIDA. Cassandra in one of her brain-sick raptures as described by Troilus (Act II, Scene II). Wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert, 1881

Shakespeare - Troilus & Cressida, act v, scene ii. Date c1795 Jany. 1st. Shakespeare - Troilus & Cressida, act v, scene ii. Date c1795 Jany. 1st

Troilus & Cressida / 1800
Act I, Scene II Street scene: Cressida watches with Pandarus & Troilus as a procession of soldiers on horseback goes by

Troilus & Cressida
Act V, Scene II Cressida and Diomedes; C: " As I kiss thee. Nay, do not snatch it from me; "

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"Troilus: A Tapestry of Myth, Literature, and Nature" Step into the world of Troilus, where art and nature intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From portraits of royal dogs to engravings depicting elephants at Stratford-on-Avon, this collection transports you through time and space. Immerse yourself in the epic tale of the Trojan War as you gaze upon Achilles' tent captured in a stunning painting from 1470. Shakespeare's "Troilus and Cressida" comes alive through an intricate illustration that brings forth the complexities of love and war. But it doesn't stop there - delve into the realm of science with Vesalius' groundbreaking work on human anatomy. His meticulous observations are beautifully showcased in his masterpiece "De Humani Corporis Fabrica. " Nature takes center stage as well, with delicate Spicebush swallowtails gracefully perched on Bull thistle or flying towards swamp milkweed. These enchanting creatures remind us of the delicate balance between flora and fauna. As dawn approaches in a wood engraving from 1927, feel the anticipation building for what lies ahead. Yet amidst beauty, tragedy strikes with "The Death of Troilus, " immortalized in another wood engraving capturing raw emotions. Transported back even further in time, explore ancient Greek vase paintings illustrating the sorrowful demise of Troilos. This digitally enhanced image allows us to appreciate both their artistic prowess and storytelling abilities. In this tapestry-like collection encompassing mythology, literature, science, and nature itself - we find ourselves captivated by Troilus' multifaceted journey, and is a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with stories that transcend time and touch our souls.