Virtue Collection

The Attainment; The Vision of the Holy Grail to Sir Galahad, Sir Bors and Sir Percival
BIR68247 The Attainment; The Vision of the Holy Grail to Sir Galahad, Sir Bors and Sir Percival, from the series The Quest for the Holy Grail, 1895-96 (wool, silk)

Cincinnatus called from the plough
Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus (519 BC-438 BC) is called from the plough to serve as Roman Consul

White men bringing cleanliness to native cultures, 1890s
" White mans burden" is to teach cleanliness, described in a Pears Soap ad, 1890s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

The Annunciation, before 1652 (oil on canvas)
XIR158293 The Annunciation, before 1652 (oil on canvas) by Le Sueur, Eustache (1617-55); 297x227 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Hercules at the Crossroads, c. 1596 (oil on canvas)
BEN112980 Hercules at the Crossroads, c.1596 (oil on canvas) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); 167x237 cm; Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian

The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough, 1840. Artist: John Rogers
The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough, 1840. Robert Burns, Scottish poet. Burns (1759-1796) was a pioneer of the Romantic movement

Allegory of Chastity, c. 1330 (fresco)
741526 Allegory of Chastity, c.1330 (fresco) by Giotto (Giotto di Bondone) (c.1266-1337); San Francesco, Lower Church, Assisi

Danejohn Hill, Canterbury, Kent, 1829. Creator: James Baylis Allen
Danejohn Hill, Canterbury, Kent, 1829. The Dane John Mound, a former Roman cemetery, was converted into a motte-and-bailey castle in the 11th century

The Parable of the Talents, c. 1884 (Oil on canvas)
7212780 The Parable of the Talents, c.1884 (Oil on canvas) by Rich, William George (1857-after 1901); The Ms Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Rich)

Charity (engraving)
778191 Charity (engraving) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92) (after); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info)

Lorenzo de Medici and Apollo welcome the muses and virtues to Florence (fresco)
XOT362318 Lorenzo de Medici and Apollo welcome the muses and virtues to Florence (fresco) by Cecco Bravo (Francesco Montelatici) (1607-1661); Palazzo Pitti, Florence

The Fruits of Temperance, The Progress of Intemperance, and Womans Holy War
BAL32916 The Fruits of Temperance, The Progress of Intemperance, and Womans Holy War by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M

The Triumph of the Catholic Doctrine, detail of Practical Theology and Boethius, Hope and St
XIR205494 The Triumph of the Catholic Doctrine, detail of Practical Theology and Boethius, Hope and St. John Damascene, Faith and St. Denys the Areopagite, Charity and St

Statue of Virtue, Arete, on the facade of the Roman Library of Celsus dating from between 110 and 135 AD, at the archaeological site of Ephesus, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Unicorn & Reptiles
A unicorn, with assorted reptiles, and a Latin motto: " Not with might, but with virtue"

Epicurus / Virtus Mihi
EPICURUS Greek philosopher: the Latin inscription reads " Virtue is my only pleasure"

Virgins; Angels; Archangels; Virtues; Powers; Dominations (engraving)
7182256 Virgins; Angels; Archangels; Virtues; Powers; Dominations (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

symbol / emblem / icon, fidelity, white dove in flower basket, Germany, 1917, Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

Bas-relief of the imperial four-horse chariot inside the Arch of Titus in Rome Rome Roman Forum, Arch of Titus Low Relief, Basrelief Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Tugenbrunnen, monumental fountain in Lorenzer Platz in Nuremberg. Germany Nuremberg, Lorenzer Platz Monumental Fountain Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

The 14th century pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, in the Duomo of Pisa. Pisa Pulpit Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870 -1890. Date of Artwork:1302-1311

Marble pulpit, by Benedetto da Maiano, in the Church of Santa Croce in Florence Florence Pulpit Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

The Fountain of the Virtues (Tugendbrunnen) in Nuremberg Germany Nuremberg Monumental Fountain Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Relief representing the imperial Quadriga, driven by a Virtus, bearing Titus accompanied by a Victoria who is crowning him; work conserved in the Arch of Titus

Monument of Pope Sisto IV, work in bronze by Antonio del Pollaiolo kept in St.Peter's Museum of Historical Artistic Treasure, in St.Peter's Basilica

The pulpit of the Cathedral of Pisa, by Giovanni Pisano. Pisa Cathedral Pulpit Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

The pulpit of the Cathedral of Pisa, work by Giovanni Pisano. Pisa Cathedral Pulpit Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Sarcophagus of St. Augustine. Work by Lombardy artists collocated in the Church of St. Pietro in Ciel d'Oro in Pavia Pavia Church of St

The niche with the sarcophagus of the laying king, detail of the Monument of the king Ladislao, sculpture preserved in the Church of S. Giovanni a Carbonara in Naples. Naples Church of S

Detail of the Monument to the king of Naples, Ladislao, sculpture preserved in the Church of S. Giovanni a Carbonara in Naples

Monument of the king of Naples, Ladislao, elevated with respect to his sister Giovanna; work by Andrea and Marco da Firenze, preserved in the Church of S. Giovanni a Carbonara in Naples

Fortitude, by Bonuccio Pardini, carved panel on the holy water stoup in the Baptistery of Pietrasanta, Versilia Pietrasanta Baptistery Low Relief, Basrelief Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Faith, by Bonuccio Pardini, carved panel on the holy water stoup in the Baptistery of Pietrasanta, Versilia Pietrasanta Baptistery Low Relief, Basrelief Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Charity, by Bonuccio Pardini, carved panel on the holy water stoup in the Baptistery of Pietrasanta, Versilia Pietrasanta Baptistery Low Relief, Basrelief Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Justice, by Bonuccio Pardini, carved panel on the holy water stoup in the Baptistery of Pietrasanta, Versilia Pietrasanta Baptistery Low Relief, Basrelief Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Hope, by Bonuccio Pardini, carved panel on the holy water stoup in the Baptistery of Pietrasanta, Versilia Pietrasanta Baptistery Low Relief, Basrelief Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Temperance, by Bonuccio Pardini, carved panel on the holy water stoup in the Baptistery of Pietrasanta, Versilia Pietrasanta Baptistery Low Relief, Basrelief Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Fortitude, high relief decorating a pillar in the chapel of San Sigismondo in the Malatesta Temple, Rimini Rimini Malatesta Temple High Relief High Renaissance, Renaissance

Close-up of the altar in the Saint Bartolo Chapel. The sculpture is by Benedetto da Maiano and is found in the Church of Saint Augustine, in San Gimignano San Gimignano Church of Saint Augustine, St

Temperance, bronze group by Giambologna and his assistants. Palazzo dell'Universit, Genoa. Genoa Palazzo dell'Universit Statue Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Hope, bronze group by Giambologna and his assistants. Palazzo dell'Universit, Genoa. Genoa Palazzo dell'Universit Statue Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Justice, bronze group by Giambologna and his assistants. Palazzo dell'Universit, Genoa. Genoa Palazzo dell'Universit Statue Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Fortitude, bronze group by Giambologna and his assistants. Palazzo dell'Universit, Genoa. Genoa Palazzo dell'Universit Statue Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Faith, bronze group by Giambologna and his assistants. Palazzo dell'Universit, Genoa. Genoa Palazzo dell'Universit Statue Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Charity, bronze group by Giambologna and his assistants. Palazzo dell'Universit, Genoa. Genoa Palazzo dell'Universit Sculptural Group Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Baptismal font, by Andrea Sansovino, in the Baptistery of Volterra Volterra Baptistery, interior Baptismal Font High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Candelabrum for the Easter candle, with base decorated with personifications of the Virtues. Work preserved in the church of S.Domenico Maggiore in Naples. Naples Church of S

Sepulchre of Roberto I d'Angi by Giovanni and Pacio Berti inside the church of S. Chiara in Naples Naples Santa Chiara church Tomb Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

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"Virtue: A Timeless Quest for Moral Excellence" In the realm of chivalry, three noble knights embarked on a sacred mission. "The Attainment; The Vision of the Holy Grail to Sir Galahad, Sir Bors and Sir Percival" depicts their unwavering dedication to virtue as they sought the ultimate symbol of purity. Across time and space, even Cincinnatus was called from his plough to exemplify virtuous leadership. His selflessness in leaving behind his humble farm reminds us that true virtue knows no boundaries. "The Annunciation" captures a moment when Mary's virtuous nature shone through her acceptance of divine destiny. Her humility and faith continue to inspire generations. Through "The Parable of the Talents, " we learn that virtue lies not only in our abilities but also in how we utilize them for the greater good. This timeless lesson urges us to cultivate our talents with purpose and integrity. "Hercules at the Crossroads" portrays a pivotal moment where Hercules faced temptation but chose moral rectitude instead. It serves as a reminder that true virtue requires strength and resilience against life's trials. From Danejohn Hill in Canterbury, Kent, James Baylis Allen immortalized an idyllic landscape where one can find solace amidst nature's beauty—a place where they can flourish undisturbed. John Rogers' masterpiece "The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough" celebrates Robert Burns' ability to channel his creativity while laboring humbly. It teaches us that virtue is not confined by occupation or social status—it resides within each individual waiting to be discovered. Engraved within our hearts is Charity—the embodiment of selflessness and compassion towards others. Its depiction reminds us that acts driven by love are among the highest forms humanity can achieve. Lorenzo de Medici's fresco welcomes muses and virtues into Florence—an ode to their transformative power.