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The Order of the Lion D Or, c19th century
The Order of the Lion D Or. The House-order of the Golden Lion was founded in 1770 by Frederick II of Hesse-Kassel (1720-1785)

Provoking Fidelity L education de petit chien, 1775. Artist: Louis Marin Bonnet
Provoking Fidelity L education de petit chien, 1775. From The Connoisseur Volume XLII. [The Connoisseur Ltd. London, 1915]

Fidelity, 1795. Artist: Daniel Gardner
Fidelity, 1795. From The Connoisseur Volume XLI. [The Connoisseur Ltd. London, 1915]

Fidelia and Speranza, 1784. Artist: Benjamin West
Fidelia and Speranza, 1784. From The Connoisseur Volume L. [The Connoisseur Ltd. London, 1918]

Portrait of a Woman inspired by Lucretia, ca 1530. Artist: Lotto, Lorenzo (1480-1556)
Portrait of a Woman inspired by Lucretia, ca 1530. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Tribal Chiefs Swearing Fidelity to the Sultan of Morocco, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Tribal Chiefs Swearing Fidelity to the Sultan of Morocco, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 27th August 1892

Altarpiece of the Parliament of Paris, c1452. Left: St Louis (Louis IX of France) with a tabard of fleur-de-lys and John the Baptist. Right: Charlemagne and St Denis (carrying his head)

Penelope and her loom, 1886. In Ancient Greek legend Penelope was the wife of Ulysses (Odysseus), mother of Telemachus, and an example of domestic virtue

It is the east and Juliet is the sun, 1856-1858. From Act II, Scene 2 of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare

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Giro D'italia. 1954

Ceremony of investiture of a Knight. Miniature of the 15th century of Tristan and Iseult Poem. Chateau de Chantilly. France

Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). of the court of Henr
Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). German poet of the court of Henry IV. The poet with his beloved holding a dog in her lap, a symbol of fidelity. Fol

Telegram excuse sent by husband to disguise affair
Telegram excuse sent by an older man to his wife to disguise the affair he is having with his young Secretary. Date: 1909

Duke of York taking oath to be faithful to Henry VI
Richard, Duke of York, forced to take an oath of allegiance at St Pauls Cathedral to be faithful to Henry VI. 1452

Act of vassalage. 11th century. Miniature. Ripoll Bible (also known as Farfa Bible). 11th century. Vatican Apostolic Library. Italy

NORDIC RUNE: TYR. Tyr, a Nordic rune for fidelity

Poster, Think of Tomorrow, Buy War Bonds Today. Showing two soldiers looking at a photograph of a woman and child. 1940s

A Girl Embracing a Dog

Philip V of Spain (1683-1746). King of Spain. Oath of allegi
Philip V of Spain (1683-1746). King of Spain. House of Bourbon. Oath of allegiance of the military orders; Golden Fleece, Alcantara and Calatrava. Engraving. 18th century. Colored

Green Book. Book of privileges of the City of Barcelona. Copy illuminated by Arnau Penna, 1380. Vassal. Oath of fealty

Llibre Verd (Green Book). Book of Privileges of the City of Barcelona. Miniature. Copy iluminated by Arnau Penna in 1380. Oath of allegiance to the king. Municipal Archives of History. Barcelona

Italy. Rome. Diana Fountain
Italy. Rome. Four Fountains. Fountain of Goddess Diana. 16th century. Designed by Pietro da Cortona. Detail

Delivery of gifts to a king. Detail of a miniature of the Bi
Delivery of gifts to a king. 11th century. Detail of a miniature of the Bible of St. Peter of Roda illustrated possibly before the year 1050 on the desktop of the monastery of Ripoll

Female Type / Reserved
The faithful, stay-at-home type: reserving a seat for her soldier boy, for when he comes home from the war. Date: 1914

Chapman and Fidelity Buildings, Portland, Maine, USA
Chapman and Fidelity Buildings, viewed from Middle Street, Portland, Maine, USA. Date: 1928

Newgate before 1666
The original Chamberlains Gate (known as Newgate) will be destroyed by the Great Fire in 1666, but will be rebuilt with reasonable fidelity in 1672. Date: before 1666

Head Grotesque Man Profile Facing Right 1500
Artokoloro

Theological Virtues Faith Charity Hope Tempera
Artokoloro

View of Potrel Manor, near Dragey in Normandy (oil on canvas)
BAL7227 View of Potrel Manor, near Dragey in Normandy (oil on canvas) by Griffier, Jan the Elder (c.1645-1718); Roy Miles Fine Paintings; Dutch, out of copyright

Sheet music for Cosi Fan Tutte by Mozart (engraving)
XJF441938 Sheet music for Cosi Fan Tutte by Mozart (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

INNOCENCE DEFENDED BY FIDELITY, BENZONI, 1809-1873, 1851 engraving

The Portrait of Giovanni (?) Arnolfini and his Wife Giovanna Cenami (?) (The Arnolfini
XCF259752 The Portrait of Giovanni (?) Arnolfini and his Wife Giovanna Cenami (?) (The Arnolfini Marriage) 1434 (oil on panel) (detail of 1765) by Eyck

Woman with a Mask (oil on canvas) (detail of 154158)
XIR243098 Woman with a Mask (oil on canvas) (detail of 154158) by Lippi, Lorenzo (1606-65); 70x56 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Angers, France; Italian, out of copyright

Woman with a Mask (oil on canvas)
XIR154158 Woman with a Mask (oil on canvas) by Lippi, Lorenzo (1606-65); 70x56 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Angers, France; Italian, out of copyright

Blazon of the Chamber of Rhetoric The Pellicaen Haarlem, with the crucifixion in allegorical frame, print maker: Jacob Matham, Hendrick Goltzius, 1597

Advertisement for Expanded Fittings furniture -- female model (Geraldine Hill) posing. 1959

The Language of Hats
A French postcard describing the Language of Hats !! Date: circa 1908

Marcus Stone (1840-1921) British history painter. Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn Observed by Queen Catherine (Catherine of Aragon), in doorway, whose portrait is on wall behind them

Portrait of a Young Boy with a Dog, 1658. Oil on canvas. Jacob van Loo (1614-1670) Dutch painter

Tobit and Anna, 1626, oil on panel. Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn (1606-1669) Dutch painter. Tobit, recently blinded, prays after rebuked for accusing Anna of stealing a goat

Altarpiece of the Parliament of Paris. Left: St Louis (Louis IX of France) with tabard of fleur-de-lys, and John the Baptist

Christ crucified, centre, with Virgin Mary and St John the Apostle on left and right of cross. 2nd from left, St John the Baptist. 2nd from right, St Denis, patron saint of Paris, carrying his head

INNOCENCE DEFENDED BY FIDELITY, BENZONI, 1809-1873, 1851 engraving

A Dog Playing with a Stick in His Mouth

Man and Dog. Black Great Dane

Young Woman. Dog

Pregnant Woman with Dog

Group of Students Outdoors

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"Fidelity: A Timeless Bond Across Art and History" From the serene gaze of Venus of Urbino, painted by Titian in 1538, to the enchanting melodies preserved on a phonograph recording, it has been an enduring theme throughout human existence, and is a concept that transcends time and mediums, weaving its way into various forms of art and life. In Benjamin Britten's musical masterpiece "Fidelity Countess of Cranbrook, " we witness the harmonious marriage between sound and emotion. Just as Odysseus returns to his faithful wife Penelope after years of trials and tribulations, this composition captures the essence of loyalty in every note played. "The Parable of the Talents" depicted on canvas in 1884 reminds us that fidelity extends beyond personal relationships. It urges us to nurture our talents with unwavering commitment, for they are gifts entrusted to us by a higher power. The Portrait of Giovanni Arnolfini and his Wife Giovanna Cenami serves as a testament to marital devotion. In their intertwined hands lies not only love but also trust—a bond unbreakable even amidst uncertainty. Tobias and Sara embark on their wedding night journey in a painting from circa 1520, symbolizing fidelity's role in new beginnings. Their union represents not just physical intimacy but also emotional connection—an unyielding promise made under moonlit skies. In Tsuru from Momoyo-gusa (The World of Things), published in 1909 through vibrant woodcut colors, we find fidelity personified through nature itself. The graceful crane stands tall as an emblematic figure representing loyalty—its elegant form mirroring steadfastness against all odds. Francisco de Goya's Allegory of the Villa Madrid transports us back to 1810 when Spain faced turmoil. Fidelity emerges as both shield and sword during times of adversity—a guiding light leading individuals towards unity despite chaos surrounding them.