Half Brother Collection

Walter Raleigh (1552-1612) English courtier and navigator, favourite of Elizabeth I
527791 Walter Raleigh (1552-1612) English courtier and navigator, favourite of Elizabeth I and half-brother of Humphrey Gilbert, said to have introduced Tobacco and Potatoes into England

Portrait of Johannes van Rees (1662-1690/91), Half Brother of Elisabeth van Oosten, as a Child, 1663

Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, c
Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Timurid dynasty (ca. 1370-1507), c.1480/90

Iskander Comforts the Dying Darius, 1590. Creator: Unknown
Iskander Comforts the Dying Darius, 1590

The Mission to the Assyrian Christians of Kurdistan (engraving)
1060968 The Mission to the Assyrian Christians of Kurdistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mission to the Assyrian Christians of Kurdistan)

Gates Learjet 25XR HZ-SMB (msn 25-073), of Sheikh Salem Bin Laden, (a half-brother of the infamous Osama), at London Heathrow Airport, in July 1987. Date: 1987

Bayeux tapestry, known as Embroidery of Queen Mathilde, 1077 (tapestry)
XIR183136 Bayeux tapestry, known as Embroidery of Queen Mathilde, 1077 (tapestry) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Prisoner Banko, Half-Brother and Chosen Successor of the Late Mlimo (engraving)
1050954 The Prisoner Banko, Half-Brother and Chosen Successor of the Late Mlimo (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prisoner Banko)

The King and Queen of Siam, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
The King and Queen of Siam, 1898. Portrait of King Chulalongkorn (1853-1910) and his agnatic half-sister and consort Saovabha Phongsri (1864-1919). Der Konig und die Konigin von Siam

Louis and Charles Taking Strasburg Oath Before Their Armies, (842AD), 1890
Louis and Charles Taking " Strasburg Oath" Before Their Armies, (842AD), 1890. The Oaths of Strasbourg were pledges of allegiance between Louis the German (c 806-876)

William the Conqueror seizing his Brother Odo, Bishop of Bayeaux & Earl of Kent, 1773. William, then Duke of Normandy, made his half-brother Odo, Bishop of Bayeaux in 1049

Dukes of Exeter and Surrey deliver the Kings message to the Duke of Lancaster, 19th Century
Interior of Chester Castle when the Dukes of Exeter and Surrey deliver the Kings message to the Duke of Lancaster, facsimile copy from Le Prinse et mort du Roy Richart by Jean Creton reprinted 19th

Odo, Earl of Kent and Bishop of Bayeux, seized by his brother William I, 1082 (1793)
Odo, Earl of Kent and Bishop of Bayeux seized by his brother William I for having aspired to the Papal dignity, 1082 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Young god Khrishna with a cow and his half-brother Bala Rama, 10th century
The young Khrishna strikes the cow with his cowherds flail. The cow, with calf, stands beneath the Bo-tree, with Khrisnas half-brother Bala Rama standing behind. from the V&As collection, 10th century

Charles William Frederick Emicon, 3Rd. Prince Of Leinigen, 1814-1856. Half Brother Of Queen Victoria. From A Portrait By R.J. Lane. From The Book The Girlhood Of Queen Victoria 1832-1840

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THE MISSION TO THE ASSYRIAN CHRISTIANS OF KURDISTAN: 1. The Patriarchs Church at Kochanes, East View; 2. The Patriarch Mar Shimoor; 3. The Archdeacon of Tyari; 4

Portrait of Johannes van Rees as a Child, Half Brother of Elisabeth van Oosten, formerly entitled Portrait of a Boy perhaps from the van Riebeeck Family, attributed to Willem Jansz. Ploy, 1663

William Augustine Washington III (1757-1810)
WILLIAM AUGUSTINE WASHINGTON III (1757-1810). American soldier and son of George Washingtons half-brother. Drawing by Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin, 1804

SARAH TAYLOE WASHINGTON (1765-1835). Sister of John Tayloe III, and wife of William Augustine Washington III, son of George Washingtons half-brother

Marble portrait bust of Valentinian II or his half-brother Gratian: c. 375. Byzantine

James Stewart, Earl of Moray (c1531-1570) Scottish statesman. Natural son of James V of Scotland and half-brother of Mary Queen of Scots. Regent of Scotland during minority of James VI

Don John or Juan of Austria (1545-1578), Spanish soldier. Illegitimate son of Emperor Charles V, half-brother of Philip II of Spain

Humphrey Gilbert (1539ja-1583) English soldier and navigator, half-brother of Walter Raleigh. In 1583 took possession of Newfoundland for the English crown

Walter Raleigh (1552-1612) English courtier and navigator. Favourite of Elizabeth I. Half-brother of Humphrey Gilbert. Said to have introduced Tobacco and Potatoes into England

Walter Raleigh (1552-1612) English courtier and navigator. Favourite of Elizabeth I. Half-brother of Humphrey Gilbert. Said to have introduced Tobacco and Potatoes into England

James Stewart, Earl of Moray (c1531-1570) Scottish statesman, known as The Good Regent. Natural son of James V of Scotland and half-brother of Mary Queen of Scots

A Japanese woman with half-brothers Minamoto no Yoshitsune (1159-1189) and Minamoto no Yoritomo (1147-1199)
YOSHITSUNE & YORITOMO. A Japanese woman with half-brothers Minamoto no Yoshitsune (1159-1189) and Minamoto no Yoritomo (1147-1199), who would later become warriors. Woodcut by Toyokuni Utagawa, 1840s

(1719-1752). Half-brother and teacher of George Washington. Line engraving, 19th century
LAWRENCE WASHINGTON (1719-1752). Half-brother and teacher of George Washington. Line engraving, 19th century

PETER I & IVAN V. Russian co-czars Peter I and his half-brother Ivan V on throne, who ruled together, 1682-1696. Wood engraving, 17th century

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"Exploring the Complexities of Half-Brother Relationships Through Art and History" From ancient tales to modern times, the bond between half-brothers has been a subject of fascination. In Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius, depicted in a page from the Shahnama of Firdausi, we witness compassion transcending blood ties. Iskander Comforts the Dying Darius, an anonymous masterpiece from 1590, captures another poignant moment where familial love triumphs over rivalry. The image speaks volumes about human connection amidst political turmoil. The Mission to the Assyrian Christians of Kurdistan engraving takes us on a journey showcasing how half-brothers can unite for a noble cause. It reminds us that shared ancestry can bridge divides and bring hope to those in need. Intriguingly, even aviation history offers insights into this theme with Gates Learjet 25XR HZ-SMB. This aircraft symbolizes progress and innovation while reminding us that half-brothers can soar together towards success. The Bayeux tapestry's Embroidery of Queen Mathilde (1077) tells stories through intricate needlework but also hints at hidden narratives within family dynamics. Half-brothers' relationships are often complex webs woven throughout history. The Prisoner Banko's portrayal as both half-brother and chosen successor sheds light on power struggles within families across cultures. It serves as a reminder that lineage does not always guarantee harmony or smooth transitions. Artistic renditions like Amnon and Tamar by Guercino or The Rape of Tamar by Eustache Le Sueur explore darker aspects of these relationships—where betrayal disrupts familial bonds—a stark contrast to moments filled with compassion and unity. Moving forward in time, The King and Queen of Siam captured in 1898 showcases how half-siblings can navigate cultural differences while maintaining respect for one another—an example worth emulating even today.