Androgyne Collection

Sleeping hermaphrodite, 2nd century AD (marble)
6384344 Sleeping hermaphrodite, 2nd century AD (marble); Palazzo Massimo alle Terme & Museum, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Sleeping hermaphrodite, second century AD)

Sleeping hermaphrodite, 2nd century AD (marble)
6384343 Sleeping hermaphrodite, 2nd century AD (marble); Palazzo Massimo alle Terme & Museum, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Sleeping hermaphrodite, second century AD)

La Sylphide, relating to the story of the same title. A young androgynous character wearing drapery
MMM5484769 La Sylphide, relating to the story of the same title. A young androgynous character wearing drapery, in a natural landscape. Engraving by John Wood (?), after William Humphrys (1794-1865)

Hermaphrodite discovered by Eros in the presence of Aphrodite's sculpted Sadoine (glyptic) Naples
BEN5478236 Hermaphrodite discovered by Eros in the presence of Aphrodite's sculpted Sadoine (glyptic) Naples, Italy National Archaeological Museum; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Marie Angelique Duchemin (1772-1859) wife of Andre Brulon, wife engaged in French army
1707668 Marie Angelique Duchemin (1772-1859) wife of Andre Brulon, wife engaged in French army, 1st wife who received Legion of Honour, 1851

Mixed spa bathing with feasting and music (woodcut)
8663772 Mixed spa bathing with feasting and music (woodcut) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mixed spa bathing with feasting and music, 1519)

Sleeping hermaphrodite, 2nd century AD (marble)
6384342 Sleeping hermaphrodite, 2nd century AD (marble); Palazzo Massimo alle Terme & Museum, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Sleeping hermaphrodite, second century AD)

Public baths for men and women (woodcut)
8663774 Public baths for men and women (woodcut) by Swiss School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Public baths for men and women)

The Hermetic Androgyne: King equals Sun equals Gold, Queen equals Moon equals Silver
534250 The Hermetic Androgyne: King equals Sun equals Gold, Queen equals Moon equals Silver, Dragon equals Mercury equals Volatility and so transmutation

The sleeping hermafroditus, 2nd century (sculpture)
7146629 The sleeping hermafroditus, 2nd century (sculpture) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The sleeping hermafroditus)

Androgynous Woman, Cover of French Satirical Magazine L Assiette au Beurre, 2nd March 1912 (colour litho)
1730195 Androgynous Woman, Cover of French Satirical Magazine L Assiette au Beurre, 2nd March 1912 (colour litho) by French School

Miniature carved scene: Garlanding the Herm, Stephany and Dresch, Bath, c. 1795 (ivory on blue glass)
449860 Miniature carved scene: Garlanding the Herm, Stephany and Dresch, Bath, c.1795 (ivory on blue glass) by Stephany, G. & J

Knight of Eon (1728-1810), French secret agent for the king, he used to cross-dress, engraving
1703330 Knight of Eon (1728-1810), French secret agent for the king, he used to cross-dress, engraving by Bradel, P. Jean Baptiste (fl.1768-83); French, out of copyright

Attis dancing, Hellenistic period, second half 2nd century BC, from Myrina (terracotta)
XIR287263 Attis dancing, Hellenistic period, second half 2nd century BC, from Myrina (terracotta) by Greek, (2nd century BC); Height: 39, 5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Atys)

Attis dancing, Hellenistic period, second half 2nd century BC, from Myrina (terracotta)
XIR287264 Attis dancing, Hellenistic period, second half 2nd century BC, from Myrina (terracotta) by Greek, (2nd century BC); Height: 39, 5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Atys)

Gnostic Eucharist, copy of gnostic casket, engraved by Thierry freres (19th century
CHT287224 Gnostic Eucharist, copy of gnostic casket, engraved by Thierry freres (19th century) (litho) (b/w photo) (side panel of 287227) by Boilly

Gnostic Eucharist, side panel of a gnostic casket found at Essarois (Burgundy) (engraving
DGC405783 Gnostic Eucharist, side panel of a gnostic casket found at Essarois (Burgundy) (engraving) (see 405782) by English School

Seated figure with sword, Esie, before 1850 (soapstone)
DBP412912 Seated figure with sword, Esie, before 1850 (soapstone) by Nigerian; height: 78 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Nigerian, out of copyright

Repousse mask of Shiva Ardhanarishvara, c. 11th century (copper)
1201837 Repousse mask of Shiva Ardhanarishvara, c.11th century (copper) by Nepalese School; height: 36.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Hermaphrodite, c. 1915-18 (chalk)
5862565 Hermaphrodite, c.1915-18 (chalk) by Merello, Rubaldo (1872-1922); height 26 cm; Private Collection; Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright

The Hermetic Androgyne: King equals Sun equals Gold, Queen equals Moon equals Silver, Dragon equals Mercury equals Volatility and so transmutation. Miniature from late 17th century German manuscript

Portrait of Maurice Sand (1823-89) (gouache and pierre noire on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR194196 Portrait of Maurice Sand (1823-89) (gouache and pierre noire on paper) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); 37.5x27.5 cm; Musee de la Vie Romantique, Paris

Transgender balance, conceptual artwork
Conceptual artwork based on the popular Transgender Pride symbol devised by Holly Boswell, crossed with the yin-yang symbol, showing calm

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"Androgyne: Exploring the Fluidity of Gender Throughout History" In the realm of art and culture, the concept of androgyny has long fascinated and intrigued humanity. From ancient sculptures to modern illustrations, this captivating notion has been depicted in various forms throughout history. One such representation is "The Sleeping Hermaphroditus, " a second-century sculpture that portrays a figure with both male and female attributes. This masterpiece serves as a timeless reminder of the fluidity of gender identity. Fast forward to 1912, where an iconic cover from the French satirical magazine L'Assiette au Beurre showcases an androgynous woman. The vibrant color lithograph challenges societal norms by blurring traditional gender boundaries. Delving further into historical depictions, we encounter an engraving depicting a public bath scene. Here, individuals gather without regard for conventional gender roles, emphasizing inclusivity and acceptance. Moving on to miniature carved scenes from Bath in 1795, we witness Stephany and Dresch garlanding the herm—a symbol associated with fertility—in ivory on blue glass. This delicate artwork highlights how gender ambiguity was celebrated even centuries ago. A notable figure in history who embraced cross-dressing was Knight of Eon (1728-1810), a French secret agent for the king. An engraving captures their audacity to challenge societal expectations through their choice of attire. Ancient terracotta sculptures also shed light on this topic; Attis dancing during Hellenistic times exemplifies how non-binary identities were acknowledged even in antiquity. These artifacts remind us that diverse expressions of gender have always existed within human societies. Religious symbolism intertwines with androgyny as well—engravings depict Gnostic Eucharist scenes found at Essarois in Burgundy during the 19th century. These intricate carvings reveal spiritual practices embracing duality beyond traditional binary constructs.