C05th Collection

They Crashed into the Persian Army with Tremendous Force
STC306476 They Crashed into the Persian Army with Tremendous Force, illustration from The Story of Greece by Mary Macgregor, 1st edition, 1913 (colour print) by Crane

Virgin and Child with St. Benedict, from the Priory of St. Hippolytus of Vivoin
XIR243430 Virgin and Child with St. Benedict, from the Priory of St. Hippolytus of Vivoin (oil on panel) by French School, (15th century); 112x115 cm; Musee de Tesse, Le Mans

Kitts Cotty House (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF282022 Kitts Cotty House (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: situated one mile from Aylesford; Prince Cartigrimus)

Socrates (469-399 BC) in prison (oil on canvas)
CHT231179 Socrates (469-399 BC) in prison (oil on canvas) by Levy-Dhurmer, Lucien (1865-1953); Private Collection; © Archives Charmet

Lat 15457 f.191 Historiated initial 'S' with a portrait of Hippocrates (460-377 BC) (vellum)
EDI39126 Lat 15457 f.191 Historiated initial 'S' with a portrait of Hippocrates (460-377 BC) (vellum); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France.

Stag Plaque, 400-300 BC (gold, cast in shell mold)
500051 Stag Plaque, 400-300 BC (gold, cast in shell mold) by Scythian; l:4.10 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase Fund; out of copyright

The Marathon: Race in Memory of a Great Greek Victory, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge
IL281073 The Marathon: Race in Memory of a Great Greek Victory, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge (colour litho) by Tennant, C

Attic red-figure calyx krater depicting Hypnos and Thanatos carrying the body of Sarpedon (ceramic) (b / w photo)
XIR224692 Attic red-figure calyx krater depicting Hypnos and Thanatos carrying the body of Sarpedon (ceramic) (b/w photo) by Eucharides Painter (c.500-475 BC); Louvre, Paris, France

The Martyrdom of St. Symphorian, 1834 (oil on canvas)
NUL385957 The Martyrdom of St. Symphorian, 1834 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 407x339 cm; Cathedral of St

Attic red-figure calyx krater depicting Hypnos and Thanatos carrying the body of Sarpedon (ceramic) (detail of 224692)
XIR224693 Attic red-figure calyx krater depicting Hypnos and Thanatos carrying the body of Sarpedon (ceramic) (detail of 224692) (b/w photo) by Eucharides Painter (c.500-475 BC); Louvre, Paris, France

Attila the Hun (c. 406-453) and his hordes overrunning Italy and the Arts, 1838-47 (mural) (b / w photo)
XIR207800 Attila the Hun (c.406-453) and his hordes overrunning Italy and the Arts, 1838-47 (mural) (b/w photo) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); Assemblee Nationale Palais-Bourbon

Bowl, 300-500 (silver)
499570 Bowl, 300-500 (silver) by Iranian School; 6.4x14x28.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The decoration on this bowl--a vine with a little nude, accompanied by musicians)

John Chrysostom Preaching in Constantinople, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
IL322139 John Chrysostom Preaching in Constantinople, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Dudley

Theban night attack on Plataea, 441 BC, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
STC373501 Theban night attack on Plataea, 441 BC, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Ibex-Head Ornament, c. 525-450 BC (bronze)
499533 Ibex-Head Ornament, c.525-450 BC (bronze) by Iranian School; 16.9x6.5x11.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info)

Pericles visits Phidias in the Parthenon, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
IL322116 Pericles visits Phidias in the Parthenon, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Dudley

Leonidas and the Three Hundred at Thermopylae, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
IL322107 Leonidas and the Three Hundred at Thermopylae, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Stewart

The Battle of Marathon, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
IL322106 The Battle of Marathon, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection

The Education of the Children of Clotilde and Clovis, 1868 (oil on panel)
489214 The Education of the Children of Clotilde and Clovis, 1868 (oil on panel) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 64.8x90.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Group of rods, comprising mosaic glass bars depicting stars
619021 Group of rods, comprising mosaic glass bars depicting stars, rosettes and other motifs and patterns, c.5th - 1st century BC (glass)

Warrior, c. mid 5th century (bronze)
476849 Warrior, c.mid 5th century (bronze) by Etruscan; height: 16.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; out of copyright

Howling Wolf, c. 500-200 BC (wood with shell inlays)
500060 Howling Wolf, c.500-200 BC (wood with shell inlays) by Siberian School; h:11.10 w:3.30 d:5.90 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Its subject, size, materials)

Nefertem Amulet, c. 500 BC (gold, lost-wax, solid cast)
500052 Nefertem Amulet, c.500 BC (gold, lost-wax, solid cast) by Lebanese School; h:3.90 w:1.20 d:1.70 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H

Buckle with Animal-Shaped Thorn and Belt Plate, 400s (bronze with traces of gilding
499976 Buckle with Animal-Shaped Thorn and Belt Plate, 400s (bronze with traces of gilding and garnets) by Sarmatian; h:4.30 w:4.50 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; In memory of William M

Hippocampus, 400-300 BC (bronze)
499939 Hippocampus, 400-300 BC (bronze) by Thracian; h:6.50 w:12.00 d:1.10 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund; out of copyright

Floor Mosaic Panel: Grape Harvester with Peacock, 400s (marble tesserae)
499743 Floor Mosaic Panel: Grape Harvester with Peacock, 400s (marble tesserae) by Byzantine, (5th century); 133.5x144.8 wt:292 lbs cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Spouted Pitcher, 300-600 (silver)
499467 Spouted Pitcher, 300-600 (silver) by Byzantine; 10.8x18.8 d:5.80 weight:298 grams cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info)

Ibex Eating, c. 400-600 (stucco (gypsum plaster) with traces of paint)
491224 Ibex Eating, c.400-600 (stucco (gypsum plaster) with traces of paint) by Sasanian School; h:30.80 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: From about AD 224 until about 650)

Confucius
PNP367593 Confucius by Chinese School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Confucius (551-479 BC), Chinese thinker and social philosopher; ); Peter Newark Pictures; Chinese, out of copyright

Confucius (ink on paper)
PNP367585 Confucius (ink on paper) by Tanyu, Kano (1602-74); Private Collection; (add.info.: Confucius (551-479 BC), Chinese thinker and social philosopher; ); Peter Newark Pictures; Japanese

The Repulse of Attila (brown wash heightened with gouache on paper)
622885 The Repulse of Attila (brown wash heightened with gouache on paper) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after); 38.8x58 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Chimera (bronze)
XIR444214 Chimera (bronze) by Etruscan; 78.5x129 cm; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Chimere; ); out of copyright

Arcadius, illustration from The Universal Historical Dictionary by George Crabb
LLM438633 Arcadius, illustration from The Universal Historical Dictionary by George Crabb, published 1825 (digitally enhanced image) by English School

Aspasia, illustration from History of Greece by Victor Duruy, published 1890 (digitally enhanced image)
LLM438573 Aspasia, illustration from History of Greece by Victor Duruy, published 1890 (digitally enhanced image) by American School

The naval battle in the harbour of Syracuse (litho)
STC416116 The naval battle in the harbour of Syracuse (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Second Battle of Syracuse)

The Battle of Marathon (litho)
STC416107 The Battle of Marathon (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Marathon, 490 BC; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Head of a prince, from Persepolis, 5th-4th century BC (lapis lazuli) (see also 226189)
XIR415737 Head of a prince, from Persepolis, 5th-4th century BC (lapis lazuli) (see also 226189) by Achaemenid, (550-330 BC); National Museum of Iran, Tehran, Iran; Iranian, out of copyright

Bowl, c. 350-600 (silver)
491503 Bowl, c.350-600 (silver) by Byzantine School; h:6.05 w:16.10 wt: 516.3 grams cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund; out of copyright

Buckle with Embossed Head in Profile, 400-600 (gold, lapis lazuli, and glass)
491347 Buckle with Embossed Head in Profile, 400-600 (gold, lapis lazuli, and glass) by Byzantine School; h:4.50 w:2.55 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Grace Rainey Rogers Fund; out of copyright

Attic Black-figure amphora depicting athletes (ceramic)
XCF306872 Attic Black-figure amphora depicting athletes (ceramic) by Greek School, (5th century BC); Private Collection; Greek, out of copyright

Relief depicting a fish and a cross, from the cemetery of Ermant
XIR346626 Relief depicting a fish and a cross, from the cemetery of Ermant, 4th-5th century (limestone) by Coptic; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Ma 3034; ); out of copyright

The Forum Romanum (b / w photo)
JHL358866 The Forum Romanum (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple of Castor and Pollux, built 495 BC; ); English, out of copyright

Two Men Fighting a Tiger, flooring from the Grand Imperial Palace, Constantinople
EAM315990 Two Men Fighting a Tiger, flooring from the Grand Imperial Palace, Constantinople, 5th-6th century (mosaic) by Byzantine; Arasta Mosaic Museum

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"C05th: A Journey Through Ancient Battles and Sacrifices" Step back in time to the 5th century, where history unfolds with tremendous force. Picture a scene of chaos as they crashed into the Persian Army, leaving an indelible mark on the annals of warfare. Marvel at the Virgin and Child with St. Benedict, a masterpiece from the Priory of St. Hippolytus of Vivoin. This captivating artwork captures divine serenity amidst a tumultuous era. Transport yourself to Kitts Cotty House through an enchanting engraving that reveals its timeless beauty. The black and white photo adds an air of mystery to this historic landmark. Behold the majestic Stag Plaque, cast in gold using ancient shell mold techniques dating back to 400-300 BC. It symbolizes strength and grace, reminding us of our connection to nature's wonders. Immerse yourself in "The Marathon, " depicted vividly in color litho within Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge. Experience the exhilaration and honor that emanate from this great Greek victory. Witness a revolt unfold before your eyes on a Cassone panel depicting Rome's turmoil in 451 BC and Appius Claudius' tragic demise. The oil painting brings forth emotions tied to power struggles throughout history. Feel your heart ache as you witness Saints Savin and Cyprian enduring unimaginable pain with iron hooks tearing their flesh apart – a haunting image from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix. Gaze upon an Attic red-figure calyx krater portraying Hypnos and Thanatos tenderly carrying Sarpedon's lifeless body – captured beautifully even in black-and-white photography. Experience martyrdom through "The Martyrdom of St. Symphorian, " painted meticulously on canvas in 1834; it serves as a poignant reminder of sacrifice for one's beliefs.