Hierarchy Collection (page 2)

Portrait of the Artists Great-Granduncle Yizhai at the Age of Eighty-Five
5667140 Portrait of the Artists Great-Granduncle Yizhai at the Age of Eighty-Five (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School (16th century); 156.8 x 96.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Saker Falcon, (pencil and watercolour)
824062 Saker Falcon, (pencil and watercolour) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); 54.3x36.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saker Falcon. Joseph Wolf (1820-1899). Pencil and watercolour

The Court of the Animals, illustration of Canto IV of Goethes Reineke Fuchs
703381 The Court of the Animals, illustration of Canto IV of Goethes Reineke Fuchs (chalk, pen & ink, w/c and bodycolour on paper) by Tischbein

Gebon no zu (colour woodblock print)
2637063 Gebon no zu (colour woodblock print) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 36.3x25.2 cm; New York Public Library, USA; Japanese, out of copyright

A Fox Taking a Crow; Rav Och Krakor, 1884 (oil on canvas)
659656 A Fox Taking a Crow; Rav Och Krakor, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Liljefors, Bruno Andreas (1860-1939); 50.8x64.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fox Taking a Crow; Rav Och Krakor)

The coronation of Alexander III, 1883 (ink, w / c, gouache)
1195727 The coronation of Alexander III, 1883 (ink, w/c, gouache) by Mikishchin, Mikhail (1835-1896); 50x70.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mikishchin)

Fish Hawk, 1830 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving)
985898 Fish Hawk, 1830 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving) by Audubon, John James (1785-1851) (after); 98.5x65.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fish Hawk; Falco Hallaetus)

America Nursing Spanish Noble Boys, c. 1770 (oil on canvas)
652232 America Nursing Spanish Noble Boys, c.1770 (oil on canvas) by Peruvian School (18th century); 87.5x65 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Hierarchy of the Church, from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum
472236 The Hierarchy of the Church, from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum by Elias Ashmole, 1652 (engraving) by Vaughan, Robert (fl.1622-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: God is shown at the head)

Cover of Socialism: Fabian Essays, 1889 (engraving)
2639776 Cover of Socialism: Fabian Essays, 1889 (engraving) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Essays edited by George Bernard Shaw and contributed by him, Sydney Olivier)

The Microscope of Rage, the Telescope of Pride and the Eyes of Reason
CHT179942 The Microscope of Rage, the Telescope of Pride and the Eyes of Reason and Common Sense, caricature of the reaction of the nobility and clergy to the French Constitution

Kowtowing court official, Early Tang dynasty, 7th-8th century (painted ceramic)
5320513 Kowtowing court official, Early Tang dynasty, 7th-8th century (painted ceramic) by Chinese School, Tang Dynasty (618-907); length: 58.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Different Social Positions of Women, late 19th century (colour engraving)
CHT164291 Different Social Positions of Women, late 19th century (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sea Otter, Young Male, 1848 (colour lithograph)
985861 Sea Otter, Young Male, 1848 (colour lithograph) by Audubon, John Woodhouse (1812-62) (after); 68.7x54.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea Otter, Young Male; Enhydra Marina)

The Hierarchy of the Heavens, 1579. Creator: Jost Ammon
The Hierarchy of the Heavens, 1579

The Hierarchy of the Heavens. Creator: Jost Ammon
The Hierarchy of the Heavens

Bill Shankly (left) and his new team of backroom staff (left to right): Bob Paisley, assistant manager; Joe Fagan, 1st team trainer; Ron Moran, 2nd team trainer; Reuben Bennett

L audience de l Empereur chinois (The audience of the Chinese Emperor), from Chinoiseries, after 1743

The Last Judgement, ca. 1548-50. Creator: Cornelis Bos
The Last Judgement, ca. 1548-50

The Virgin and Saints Interceding before Christ for the Souls of the Lost, 1771 or before

Landing of Roger Guiscard in Sicily, (1057), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Landing of Roger Guiscard in Sicily, (1057), 1890. Roger Guiscard (c1040-1101) arrived in southern Italy as a young man in 1057. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Solomons Throne, Restored, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Solomons Throne, Restored, 1890. Solomon, king of Israel, reigned c970-931BC. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol. I - Early and Greek History", by Edmund Ollier

Privilege granted by Pope John XIII Dilectioni et Fraternitati to the bishops of Gauls, papyrus document issued in Rome, January 971

Privilege granted by Pope John XIII Agnovimus Qualiter to the Count of Barcelona, ??Borrell II, papyrus document issued in Rome, January 971

Privilege granted by Pope John XIII If pastors ovium Archbishop Ato from Vic, the document granting the pallium to Ato, badge symbolizing the power of the archbishop within the church

Assembly Pau i Treva held in Tortosa on April 28, 1225 and presided over by King Jaime I The Conqueror surrounded by nobles and ecclesiastics

Bonifacio VIII (c. 1235-1303), Pope (1294-1303), miniature of their Decretals (Liber
Bonifacio VIII (c.1235-1303), Pope (1294-1303), miniature of their Decretals (Liber sextus decretalium cum apparatu Ionnis Andreae), copy manuscript on parchment in Italy

Face of a lady, illuminated initial letter of Decretals (Liber sextus decretalium cum Apparatu Ionnis Andreae), manuscript on parchment made in Italy

The Countess Receives The Banners, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]. Charlotte Stanley, Countess of Derby and her children

King Charles the First in the House of Commons, c1787
King Charles the First in the House of Commons, demanding the Five impeached Members to be delivered up to his Authority, c1787

His Majesty Reviewing the Volunteers on the 4th of June, 1799, 1800 (1909). Artist: Samuel William Reynolds
His Majesty Reviewing the Volunteers on the 4th of June, 1799, 1800 (1909). After Robert Ker Porter (1777-1842). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

La Fuente De La Vida, (The Fountain of Grace), 1430-1455, (c1934). Artist: Jan van Eyck
La Fuente De La Vida, (The Fountain of Grace), 1430-1455, (c1934). A theological allegory responding to a point of medieval

The new municipal council of Paris, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
The new municipal council of Paris, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 17th June 1900

The Disputation on the Holy Sacrament, 1508-1509. Artist: Raphael
The Disputation on the Holy Sacrament, 1508-1509. The fresco can be seen as a portrayal of the Church Militant below, and the Church Triumphant above

Maesta, (Madonna with Angels and Saints), 1308-1311. Artist: Duccio di Buoninsegna
Maesta, (Madonna with Angels and Saints), 1308-1311. Found in the collection of the Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena, Italy

The Holy Virgin with the Christ Child and Saints, c1278-1318. Artist: Duccio di Buoninsegna
The Holy Virgin with the Christ Child and Saints, c1278-1318

The relation of Man, the microcosm, with the Universe, the macrocosm, c1617. The spheres of the Sun, Moon and planets and the hierarchy of angels and archangels

Prohedriai in the Greek Theatre of Priene, Turkey, 20th century. One of five chairs reserved for dignitaries and seat of honor directly in front of or around the orchestra in the Greek theatre

Tibetan painting of the wheel of transmigratory existence
A Tibetan painting of the wheel of transmigratory existence. The images are, from the top clockwise: Gods, Demigods, tormented spirits, hells, animals, human

The organisation of the imperial government, 18 May, 1804, 19th century

Celebrations at the Opera in Paris in honour of the Franco-Russian Dual Alliance, 1893. Artist: Henri Meyer
Celebrations at the Opera in Paris in honour of the Franco-Russian Dual Alliance, 1893. Dual Alliance was a political and military pact that developed from friendly contacts in 1891 to a Military

Hierarchy of the Church, 1652. Artist: Robert Vaughan
Hierarchy of the Church, 1652. God at the head, the Pope below flanked by angels, kings, priests and laity, with demons falling into the flames of Hell below

Diagram showing mans position in the universe, 1617-19. Artist: Robert Fludd
Diagram showing mans position in the universe, 1617-19. Relation of man (the microcosm), with the universe (the macrocosm), showing spheres of Sun, Moon and planets

Still-Life, hat of mandarin dignitaries in silk and velvet, nineteenth century

Illustration of ancient Indian caste system showing Brahmans, Kshatriyas, Vaishya, and Sudras

France (15th c. ). The hierarchy of the social
France (15th c.). The hierarchy of the social class. Picture belonging to a codex owned by king Charles VIII, where are represented the characteristic estates of the medieval society. Gothic art

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"Hierarchy: A Complex Network of Power and Order" In the natural world, hierarchy is evident as the majestic Red Deer SM 1511 stands tall, showcasing its dominance over others. Similarly, the Gray Wolf in Minnesota exhibits submissive behavior, acknowledging its place within the pack. Even in human society, hierarchy plays a significant role. Renowned psychologist Vladimir Bekhterev studied decision-making hierarchies to understand how power dynamics shape our choices. Art also reflects this concept. "The Coronation of the Virgin in Paradise" depicts a heavenly scene where order and authority are celebrated through an oil painting from 1438. From military forces to naval fleets, Turkey showcases various levels with Vice Admirals leading Captains who command Navy Officers and Sailors. This structured system ensures efficient operations and coordination. Beyond human constructs, even architectural marvels like exterior spiral staircases symbolize hierarchical progression as one ascends towards higher levels or positions. Throughout history, coronation processions have exemplified hierarchical structures with their typical grandeur and pomp. These events signify the transfer of power from one ruler to another while reinforcing societal order. Zooming out into space reveals yet another form of hierarchy—the universe itself—with planets orbiting around zodiac signs that govern their movements. This cosmic organization reminds us that even celestial bodies adhere to a predetermined order. Whether observed in nature's wildlife or deeply ingrained within social systems and artistic expressions, hierarchy remains an intricate web connecting individuals and entities alike—a delicate balance between power dynamics and harmonious coexistence.