Many Headed Collection

Vajrabhairava with Vajravetali, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Vajrabhairava with Vajravetali, 18th century. The enlightened wrathful deity Vajrabhairava, Buddhist conqueror of death, embraces his female partner, Vajravetali

Shiva Performing the Dance of Bliss while Vishnu and Brahma Provide Musical Accompaniment, c1760. Creator: Unknown
Shiva Performing the Dance of Bliss while Vishnu and Brahma Provide Musical Accompaniment, c1760

Buddhist Deity Bonten, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist Deity Bonten, 19th century

Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma Adoring Kali (image 1 of 7), c1740. Creator: Unknown
Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma Adoring Kali (image 1 of 7), c1740

Cartoon of Pieter Jansz. Schaegen, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
Cartoon of Pieter Jansz. Schaegen, 1710-1720. Pieter Jansz. Schaegen was a judge of Van Oldenbarnevelt; Many headed dragon, in wreath of flowers and leaves

Aeneas descends into the underworld. Creator: Philip Tideman
Aeneas descends into the underworld

Jackson slaying the many headed monster, 1828 (colour litho)
PNP256367 Jackson slaying the many headed monster, 1828 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Vishnu Narayana, floating on Sheshanaga (painted relief)
DND111534 Vishnu Narayana, floating on Sheshanaga (painted relief) by Indian School; Jalaram Temple, Bilimora, Gujarat, India; Dinodia

Hercules and Cerberus: Hercules grasps the collar of Cerberus, two demons appear at left, from the series The Labors of Hercules, 1608

Ragini Khambavati, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set, 1750 / 70. Creator: Unknown
Ragini Khambavati, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set, 1750/70

God Brahma, Pala Period, c. 9th century. Creator: Unknown
God Brahma, Pala Period, c. 9th century

Stamnos representing Heracles and the Hydra of Lerna, 480-460 BC (ceramic)
LRI3512893 Stamnos representing Heracles and the Hydra of Lerna, 480-460 BC (ceramic) by Greek, (5th century BC); Museo Archeologico Regionale, Palermo

Kambhavati Ragini of Malkos, 1591 (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
874470 Kambhavati Ragini of Malkos, 1591 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Husain, Ali & Hatim (fl.1591); 20.8 x11.11 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Hercules Fighting with the Hydra of Lernea, 1550. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
Hercules Fighting with the Hydra of Lernea, 1550

Hercules and Cerberus, 1550. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
Hercules and Cerberus, 1550

The Babylon Harlot seated on the Seven-Headed Beast, from the Apocalypse. n. d
The Babylon Harlot seated on the Seven-Headed Beast, from the Apocalypse.n.d

The Beast with Seven Heads and Ten Horns, from the Apocalypse. n. d. Creator: Jean Duvet
The Beast with Seven Heads and Ten Horns, from the Apocalypse.n.d

Page from a Dispersed Shiva Mahatmya (Great Tales of Shiva), ca. 1710. Creator: Unknown
Page from a Dispersed Shiva Mahatmya (Great Tales of Shiva), ca. 1710

Khambavati Ragini... from a Dispersed Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), 1700-1725
Khambavati Ragini: Page from a Dispersed Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), 1700-1725. Khamabhavati accompanied by a female attendant offers a tray of fruits to Brahma

One of the Twelve Devas: Bonten, 14th century. Creator: Unknown
One of the Twelve Devas: Bonten, 14th century

The Virgin as the Woman of the Apocalypse, c. 1623-4 (oil on panel)
3077055 The Virgin as the Woman of the Apocalypse, c.1623-4 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 64.5x49.8 cm; J

Krishna as a boy subduing the snake Kalilya, Madras, 16th-17th century (bronze)
BAL4552 Krishna as a boy subduing the snake Kalilya, Madras, 16th-17th century (bronze) by Indian School, (16th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Indian, out of copyright

Bronze figure of Vishnu, protected by a many-headed serpent
A bronze figure of Vishnu, standing on a throne and protected by a many-headed serpent, possibly Shesha

The submission of Kaliya, Basohli, Pahari School, 1700-65 (w / c on paper)
BAL3033 The submission of Kaliya, Basohli, Pahari School, 1700-65 (w/c on paper) by Pahari School (18th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Indian, out of copyright

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"Unleashing the Many-Headed: A Journey through Mythology and Art" Embark on a captivating journey through time as we explore the mesmerizing tales of heroes battling formidable many-headed creatures. From ancient Greek mythology to Indian folklore, these stunning artworks depict the timeless struggle between good and evil. In "Jackson slaying the many headed monster, 1828, " witness President Andrew Jackson's triumph over political adversaries in a colorful lithograph that symbolizes his unwavering determination. "Hercules and Cerberus: Hercules grasps the collar of Cerberus, two demons appear at left" transports us to ancient Greece, where Hercules confronts the ferocious three-headed dog guarding the gates of Hades. The intensity captured in this artwork is palpable. A glimpse into Indian art reveals "Ragini Khambavati, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set, 1750/70. " This exquisite painting showcases a beautiful woman immersed in music while hinting at her connection with divine energies. The enigmatic "God Brahma, Pala Period, c. 9th century" invites us into Hindu mythology. With multiple heads representing creation and cosmic knowledge, Brahma embodies wisdom beyond mortal comprehension. Travel back even further to classical antiquity with "Stamnos representing Heracles and the Hydra of Lerna. " This ceramic masterpiece captures Heracles' epic battle against an immortal serpent-like creature whose regenerating heads pose an insurmountable challenge. Delve deeper into musical traditions with "Kambhavati Ragini of Malkos, 1591. " This vibrant watercolor painting reflects India's rich cultural heritage by depicting a ragini—a melodic mode—associated with specific times or seasons. "Heinrich Aldegrever's Hercules Fighting with the Hydra of Lernea" portrays another rendition of this legendary clash. The intricate details highlight both Herculean strength and strategic prowess.