Classical Scene Collection

The centre of the Saloon ceiling at Nostell Priory, Yorkshire, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam
CLF289881 The centre of the Saloon ceiling at Nostell Priory, Yorkshire, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam, by Eileen Harris, published 2007 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Elaborate work table with folding leaf, painted top with classical scene and glass cover
6338668 Elaborate work table with folding leaf, painted top with classical scene and glass cover by Van Houtman (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Elaborate work table with folding leaf)

Model for a ridicule or small drawstring bag
6338674 Model for a ridicule or small drawstring bag by Sluyter, D. (18th century); (add.info.: Model for a ridicule or small drawstring bag)

Box, c. 1768-69 (gold & enamel)
499476 Box, c.1768-69 (gold & enamel) by French School, (18th century); 4.5x5.9x8.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mrs. Edward B. Greene; French, out of copyright

Snuff Box, 1774-80 (gold & enamel)
499482 Snuff Box, 1774-80 (gold & enamel) by Chazeray, FranAzois (1774-80); 2.9x3.85x7.35 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mrs. Edward B. Greene; French, out of copyright

Box, c. 1810 (gold & enamel)
499481 Box, c.1810 (gold & enamel) by Joanin, F. (fl.1810) (attr. to); 1.95x4.8x9.55 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mrs. Edward B. Greene; Swiss, out of copyright

Rectangular Box, c. 1840-50 (gouache miniatures mounted on gold)
499475 Rectangular Box, c.1840-50 (gouache miniatures mounted on gold) by Leferre, Alexandre (fl.1840-50); 4.5x7.5x8.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mrs. Edward B

Design for Chimney Piece in the Hall at Stowe, c. 1733 (pen & ink with wash over graphite
XYC288951 Design for Chimney Piece in the Hall at Stowe, c.1733 (pen & ink with wash over graphite on paper) by Kent, William (1684-1748); 29.5x21.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art

A Sacrifice to Pan, print made by William Wynne Ryland, 1776 (engraving)
695573 A Sacrifice to Pan, print made by William Wynne Ryland, 1776 (engraving) by Kauffmann, Angelica (1741-1807) (after); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

The Catapult, c. 1868-72 (oil on canvas)
TW426822 The Catapult, c.1868-72 (oil on canvas) by Poynter, Edward John (1836-1919); 155.5x183.8 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: scene shows the Roman siege of Carthage)

Ewer (Pitcher) with Game, Seafood, and Wine Scenes, late 300s
499478 Ewer (Pitcher) with Game, Seafood, and Wine Scenes, late 300s (silver with traces of gilding) by Byzantine, (4th century); 40x14.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Mural design for the Hermitage, St. Petersburg, c. 1840 (w / c on paper)
CHT173072 Mural design for the Hermitage, St. Petersburg, c.1840 (w/c on paper) by Klenze, Leo von (1784-1864); Archives des Tsars, St

The Groves of Versailles. View of the Star or Mountain of Water with Alph persuing Arethusa
XIR288986 The Groves of Versailles. View of the Star or Mountain of Water with Alph persuing Arethusa (oil on canvas) by Cotelle

Calumny Apelles 1560 Engraving first state six
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Classical Scene Figures Gathered Sacrificial Altar
Artokoloro

The Groves of Versailles. L Arc de Triomphe (oil on canvas)
XIR288980 The Groves of Versailles. L Arc de Triomphe (oil on canvas) by Cotelle, Jean the Younger (1642-1708); ChAteau de Versailles, France; (add.info.: Bosquets de Versailles; ); French

The Groves of Versailles. View of the parterres of Trianon with Flora and Zephyr
XIR288979 The Groves of Versailles. View of the parterres of Trianon with Flora and Zephyr (oil on canvas) by Cotelle, Jean the Younger (1642-1708); ChAteau de Versailles

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"The Timeless Beauty of Classical Scenes: Exploring Art and Design through the Ages" Step into a world of elegance and sophistication as we delve into the captivating realm of classical scenes. The centre of the Saloon ceiling at Nostell Priory, Yorkshire, transports us back in time, showcasing the grandeur and mastery of Robert Adam's architectural genius. An elaborate work table adorned with a folding leaf captures our attention, its painted top depicting a mesmerizing classical scene. Protected by a delicate glass cover, this exquisite piece invites us to marvel at the intricate details that bring history to life. Moving on to smaller treasures, we discover a model for a ridicule or small drawstring bag. Crafted with precision and finesse, it reflects the artistry prevalent during its creation in c. 1768-69 – an era where even everyday items were transformed into works of art using gold and enamel. Speaking of gold and enamel masterpieces, our journey leads us to stunning snuff boxes from different periods. Dating from 1774-80 to c. 1810, each box tells its own story through meticulously crafted designs that showcase both opulence and refinement. Continuing our exploration through time, we encounter rectangular boxes from c. 1840-50 featuring gouache miniatures mounted on gold – miniature windows into worlds filled with beauty and grace. The allure extends beyond physical objects as we uncover an enchanting design for a Chimney Piece in the Hall at Stowe created by pen & ink with wash over graphite in c. 1733 – an artistic vision that would have brought warmth and splendor to any space lucky enough to house it. Prints also play their part in capturing classical scenes; "A Sacrifice to Pan" engraving by William Wynne Ryland (1776) immerses us in mythology while "The Catapult" oil painting (c. 1868-72) evokes emotions through skillful brushstrokes.