Alcestis Collection

Alcestis and Admetus, 1663-1733. Creator: Gerard Hoet
Alcestis and Admetus, 1663-1733

Siena plate, with Hercules bringing Alcestis before King Admetus, c. 1745 (ceramic)
746003 Siena plate, with Hercules bringing Alcestis before King Admetus, c.1745 (ceramic) by Campani, Ferdinando Maria (fl.c.1745) (attr)

Virgil Reading his Aeneid, 1796 (hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving
828647 Virgil Reading his Aeneid, 1796 (hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving) (also see 745998, 828646) by Bartolozzi

The Death of Alcestis, after Angelika Kauffman (1741-1807), 1796 (hand-coloured etching
828646 The Death of Alcestis, after Angelika Kauffman (1741-1807), 1796 (hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving) (also see 745998, 828647) by Bartolozzi

The Death of Alcestis, after Angelika Kauffman (1741-1807), 1796
745998 The Death of Alcestis, after Angelika Kauffman (1741-1807), 1796, and Virgil Reading his Aeneid (hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving) (also see 828646, 828647) by Bartolozzi

Love bringing Alcestis back from the Grave, 1863 (watercolour, bodycolour
1218065 Love bringing Alcestis back from the Grave, 1863 (watercolour, bodycolour, black and coloured chalks on paper) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Performance of "Alcestis"at Bradfield College (b / w photo)
1628221 The Performance of " Alcestis" at Bradfield College (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

How Admetus won Alcestis for his wife (litho)
5223728 How Admetus won Alcestis for his wife (litho) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: How Admetus won Alcestis for his wife)

Performance of the "Alcestis"of Euripides in the New Theatre, Oxford (engraving)
1050545 Performance of the " Alcestis" of Euripides in the New Theatre, Oxford (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Performance of the "Alcestis"of Euripides by Ladies at Queens College, Harley Street (engraving)
1055233 A Performance of the " Alcestis" of Euripides by Ladies at Queens College, Harley Street (engraving) by English School

The First Greek Play performed in Victoria, the "Alcestis"at Melbourne (b / w photo)
1063628 The First Greek Play performed in Victoria, the " Alcestis" at Melbourne (b/w photo) by English photographer

Hercules wrestling with Death for the body of Alcestis (colour litho)
6020547 Hercules wrestling with Death for the body of Alcestis (colour litho) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The parting of Alcestis and Admetus, with two Etruscan demons (engraving)
3635284 The parting of Alcestis and Admetus, with two Etruscan demons (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The parting of Alcestis and Admetus)

Admetus In The Bridal Chamber
Engraving depicting Admetus, king of Pherae in Thessaly, who - in Greek mythology - saves his wife, Alcestis, from a bridal chamber filled with snakes, placed there by the goddess Artemis

Roman civilization. Admetus and Alcestis, fresco from the Basilica of Ercolano

Red-figure pottery, Volute krater depicting Alcestis embracing A. D. metus and inscription of names
Etruscan civilization, 4th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Volute krater with central scene by the Alcestis Painter depicting Alcestis embracing Admetus and the inscription of their names

Fresco depicting and A. D. metus and Alcestis consulting oracle, from House of Tragic Poet, Pompei, Italy
Roman civilization. Fresco depicting and Admetus and Alcestis consulting the oracle. From the House of the Tragic Poet, Pompei, Italy

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"Alcestis: A Tale of Love, Sacrifice, and Redemption" Step into the world of ancient Greek mythology with "Alcestis, " a captivating story that has inspired artists throughout history. From exquisite Siena plates to hand-colored etchings and engravings, this tale comes alive in various artistic forms. In one scene depicted on a Siena plate from c. 1745, Hercules brings Alcestis before King Admetus. The bravery and determination are beautifully portrayed as she faces her destiny with grace. Virgil Reading his Aeneid in a hand-colored etching from 1796 captures the essence of storytelling itself. As Virgil narrates his epic poem, he transports us to another time and place where we witness the tragic death of Alcestis. The Death is depicted twice in hand-colored etchings from 1796 by Angelika Kauffman. These haunting images evoke deep emotions as we witness the ultimate sacrifice made by Alcestis for her beloved husband. Love bringing Alcestis back from the Grave is portrayed in a delicate watercolor from 1863. This ethereal depiction showcases love's power to conquer even death itself, offering hope amidst despair. From performances at Bradfield College to Oxford University and Queens College in Harley Street, "Alcestis" has been brought to life on stage countless times over centuries. These engravings capture the magic and grandeur of these theatrical productions. "The First Greek Play performed in Victoria" shows how far-reaching this timeless tale has become. Even across continents, its impact resonates deeply within audiences who appreciate its universal themes. Hercules wrestling with Death for the body showcases not only physical strength but also an unwavering determination to defy fate itself. This color lithograph vividly portrays their intense struggle for life against all odds.