Billy Goat Collection

Cartoon of Adriaan Ploos, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
Cartoon of Adriaan Ploos, 1710-1720. Adriaan Ploos was the judge of Van Oldenbarnevelt; goat with violin and cloak, in garland of flowers and leaves

Portrait of a boy with a billygoat, 1652. Creator: Jan Albertsz. Rotius
Portrait of a boy with a billygoat, 1652

The Witches Sabbath, 1797-1798, by Goya
Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828). Spanish painter. The Witches Sabbath, 1797-1798. Lazaro Galdiano Museum. Madrid. Spain

Picking Blossom
NOO55564 Picking Blossom by Affleck, William (1869-1943); Private Collection; Photo © John Noott Galleries, Broadway, Worcestershire, UK

Goat, c. 1938. Creator: John W Kelleher
Goat, c. 1938

Albanian shepherdess, c1890. An engraving from Robert Browns The Countries of the World, published by Cassell, (London & Paris, c1890)

Two putti goat tambourine he-goat billy-goat
Two putti with a goat and tambourine, he-goat, billy-goat, tambourine, cupids: amores, amoretti, putti, Jacob Hoolaart, Dordrecht, 1728 - 1789, paper, etching, h 78 mm × w 80 mm

Two putti buck tambourine he-goat billy-goat
Two putti with buck and tambourine, he-goat, billy-goat, tambourine, cupids: amores, amoretti, putti, Jacob Hoolaart, Dordrecht, 1728 - 1789, paper, etching, h 79 mm × w 77 mm

Hebrew priests pedestal Title page Hadrian Relandus
Hebrew priests on a pedestal Title page for Hadrian Relandus, Antiquitates sacrae veterum hebraeorum, 1708 Antiqvitates sacrae vetervm hebraeorvm (title on object)

Fall female snake Eve offers Adam apple tree
Fall with female snake, Eve offers Adam an apple from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Around a branch of the tree is the snake that has the face of a woman

Buck barn -goat billy-goat shed Jan Kobell II
Buck at a barn, he-goat, billy-goat, shed, Jan Kobell (II), 1788, paper, etching, h 80 mm × w 90 mm

Figures farmstead farm solitary house landscape
Figures at a farmstead, farm or solitary house in landscape, wheelbarrow, he-goat, billy-goat, Jabes Heenck (mentioned on object), Northern Netherlands, 1780, paper, etching, h 210 mm × w 253 mm

Relief, billy goat, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4, ca, 25512528 B. C, Egypt, Memphite Region
Relief, billy goat, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4, ca, 25512528 B.C, Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, Pyramid Temple, Amenemhat I, 192022, Limestone, h, 32 cm, 12 5/8, w, 50, 19 11/16, section

Battle between Purity and horniness, Arnold Houbraken, 1710 - 1719

Bucks head, Pieter Janson, 1780-1851

MT, Glacier National Park, above Logan Pass, Mountain Goat (Billy Goat) in meadow
USA, Montana, Glacier National Park, above Logan Pass, Mountain Goat (Billy Goat) in meadow, with Hidden Lake

WA, Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Ingalls Lake area, Billy Goat on snow

WA, Alpine Lakes Wilderness, mountain goat

Mountain Goat Billy(Oreamnos Americanus), Lowell Lake and Glacier in distance, Kluane National Park, Yukon, Canada

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"Billy Goat: A Symbol of Power, Beauty, and Mystery" In the eerie painting "The Witches Sabbath" by Goya, a billy goat stands tall amidst a gathering of witches, exuding an aura of strength and dominance. Its presence in this dark scene hints at its association with the supernatural. Contrasting this image is "Picking Blossom, " where a gentle goat peacefully grazes on blossoms. This portrayal showcases the softer side of these creatures, emphasizing their connection to nature's beauty. John W Kelleher's sculpture titled "Goat" captures the essence of this animal's majestic form. The artist skillfully portrays its muscular build and proud stance, highlighting its regal qualities. An Albanian shepherdess tends to her flock in another depiction. Among them is a billy goat that commands attention with its impressive horns and commanding presence. It symbolizes protection and guidance for both animals and humans alike. Even historical figures recognized the significance of billy goats. Maurice of Nassau, Prince of Orange, had his portrait painted alongside one - showcasing his power as a leader while drawing upon the symbolism associated with these magnificent creatures. In WA's Alpine Lakes Wilderness photograph, we see a male mountain goat traversing rocky terrain effortlessly. Its sure-footedness represents resilience and adaptability in challenging environments - traits often attributed to these remarkable animals. Artistic representations also explore mythical elements tied to billy goats. Two putti play tambourines atop he-goats in captivating sculptures that evoke curiosity about their role in folklore or ancient rituals. Hebrew priests are depicted standing on pedestals adorned with carvings representing billy goats on Title pages created by Hadrian Relandus. These symbols likely held religious significance within their cultural context but remain enigmatic today. A biblical reference emerges when observing Jan Kobell II's painting "Buck barn-goat shed.