Allegorical Painting Collection

Portrait of Henry, 5th Lord Windsor (1562-1615) from
STC146139 Portrait of Henry, 5th Lord Windsor (1562-1615) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Mrs J Schmidt-Keiser widow painter Willem Hendrik Schmidt
Mrs A J Schmidt-Keiser, widow of the painter Willem Hendrik Schmidt (1809-49), the teacher of Jacob Spoel, with her brother J N Keiser and her ten-year-old son, Portrait of Mrs A.J

Inscivs non honorabitur Sadeler AEgidius Flemish
Inscivs non honorabitur, Sadeler, AEgidius, Flemish, 1568-1629, Spranger, Bartholomeus, Flemish, 1546-1611, Engraving, print after Bartholomeus Sprangers allegorical painting, The Triumph of Wisdom

Anti-Bolshevik propaganda poster from World War I
France, 20th century, Second World War. Siberie Jamais! Anti-Bolshevik propaganda poster

Four Humors with their animals
The Four Humors with their representative animals. Choleric, with lion: Sanguine, with ape: Phlegmatic, with sheep: Melancholic, with pig

Father Thames and his Offspring
Father Thames Introducing his Offspring to the Fair City of London, the offspring being Diphtheria, Scrofula and Cholera. More an open sewer than a river

Effects of burning Old King Coal
Effects of burning " Old King Coal" on London. The fog caused Asthma, Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Pleurisy, etc. John Tenniel cartoon from " Punch", London, 1880

Dirty Father Thames : More an open sewer than a river, the disgusting state of the Thames in London in 1849, the year of the Great Stink when Parliament was suspended because of the smell

Allegorical painting showing United Germany
Allegorical painting showing a United Germany (Germania) circa 1880. On right of the dais Emperor William I presents the Teutonic Knights to Germania

Poster advertising aerial transport, by L. Boucher, 1946
Posters, France, 20th century. Air France Orient - Extreme-Orient. Poster advertising the aerial transport by L. Boucher, 1946

Attic pelike with Hercules and the personification of Old Age, from Cerveteri
Etruscan civilization. Attic pelike with Hercules and the personification of Old Age, from Cerveteri

Allegory of annexation of Lombardy to Piedmont: Meneghino, traditional character of city of Milan, embraces Gianduia
Italy, 19th century. Allegory of the annexation of Lombardy to Piedmont: Meneghino, traditional character of the city of Milan, embraces Gianduia

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"Exploring the Depths of Allegorical Painting: From Historical Portraits to Political Propaganda" This captivating collection of allegorical paintings takes us on a journey through time, revealing the intricate symbolism and hidden messages within each artwork. Starting with "Portrait of Henry, 5th Lord Windsor (1562-1615)", we are introduced to the concept of allegory as a means to convey deeper meanings beyond mere representation. The artist, Mrs J Schmidt-Keiser widow painter Willem Hendrik Schmidt, skillfully captures Lord Windsor's essence while incorporating symbolic elements that reflect his character and achievements. Moving forward, we encounter works like "Inscivs non honorabitur Sadeler AEgidius Flemish", where the Four Humors are depicted alongside their corresponding animals. This piece serves as a reminder of humanity's complex nature and its connection to the animal kingdom. The powerful painting titled "Father Thames and his Offspring" showcases both the beauty and devastation caused by mankind's relationship with nature. It depicts how our actions can either nurture or harm our environment, highlighting the importance of responsible stewardship. Another thought-provoking piece is "Effects of burning Old King Coal", which delves into industrialization's impact on society. Through vivid imagery, it portrays both progress and pollution resulting from coal consumption during an era when environmental concerns were gaining recognition. Contrasting this somber tone is "Dirty Father Thames", an allegorical painting that humorously criticizes London's polluted river in Victorian times. Its satirical approach sheds light on societal issues while providing comic relief amidst serious subject matter. Shifting gears towards political commentary, we encounter works such as "Allegorical painting showing United Germany". Here, unity is symbolized through visual representations that bridge cultural divides within Germany during a significant historical period. Continuing down this path is a poster advertising aerial transport by L. Boucher in 1946 - an allegory of progress and modernization.