Menelas Collection

Menelas and Patrocle, statue, Loggia della Signoria, Florence (Firenze), Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus, copy of a Greek original (marble)
3742664 Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus, copy of a Greek original (marble) by Italian School; Palazzo Pitti, Florence

Menelaus blue morpho butterfly, Morpho menelaus, caterpillar and pupa. Morpho menelas. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard

Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus, copy of a Greek original (marble)
3742666 Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus, copy of a Greek original (marble) by Italian School; Palazzo Pitti, Florence

Menelaos, accompanied by Aphrodite, pursues Paris who runs towards Artemis
BAL85701 Menelaos, accompanied by Aphrodite, pursues Paris who runs towards Artemis, detail from the outside of an Attic red-figure cup (The Douris Cup), made by Kalliades

Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus, copy of a Greek original (marble)
3742665 Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus, copy of a Greek original (marble) by Italian School; Palazzo Pitti, Florence

Cottege Palace in the Alexandria Park in Peterhof. Balcony in the study of Empress. Found in the Collection of State Museum of the History of Saint Petersburg

Parade of the Chevalier Guard regiment at the Cottege Palace in the Alexandria Park in Peterhof, 185 Artist: Anonymous
Parade of the Chevalier Guard regiment at the Cottege Palace in the Alexandria Park in Peterhof, 1850. Private Collection

Portrait of the architect Adam Menelaws (1753-1831), Early 1790s. Artist: Borovikovsky, Vladimir Lukich (1757-1825)
Portrait of the architect Adam Menelaws (1753-1831), Early 1790s. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The Ponds before the Urban Estate of Count Alexei Kirillovich Razumovsky in Moscow, Early 1800s. From a private collection

Main house of the Urban Estate of Count Alexei Kirillovich Razumovsky in Moscow, Early 1800s. From a private collection

Helen, 1892 (oil on canvas)
XIR183291 Helen, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee du Petit-Palais, France; (add.info.: wife of Menelaus)

Offenbach / Belle Helene
Brasseur as Menelas, and Simon-Girard as Helene, in this spoof on the heroes and divinities of Ancient Greece

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Menelas, a name that echoes through history and art. From the epic tales and Patrocle to the captivating paintings depicting their stories, this figure has left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. In Nouv Acqu Fr 24920 fol. 12, we witness "The Abduction of Helen" from the History of the Destruction of Troy. Menelas stands tall, his determination evident as he seeks justice for his stolen wife. The scene is brought to life with vibrant gouache on paper, capturing every emotion in vivid detail. Another portrayal shows Menelaus supporting the lifeless body of Patroclus. This copy of a Greek original carved in marble showcases both strength and grief intertwined. It reminds us of the deep bond between these two warriors and highlights Menelaus' unwavering loyalty. But there's more to this name than just ancient legends. In nature, we find a mesmerizing creature named after him - the Menelaus blue morpho butterfly. Its iridescent wings reflect shades of blue like no other, enchanting all who lay eyes upon it. Moving forward in time, we discover glimpses into grand palaces and regal parades where men bearing this name have made their mark. At Cottege Palace in Alexandria Park Peterhof, an elegant balcony overlooks a study fit for empresses while nearby Chevalier Guard regiment parades with pride under its watchful gaze. Not limited to myth or architecture alone, portraits also capture individuals who bear this illustrious name. Adam Menelaws emerges from history as an esteemed architect whose work shaped landscapes during Early 1790s Russia. And finally, Ivanov's painting transports us to The Ponds before Count Alexei Kirillovich Razumovsky's Urban Estate in Moscow during Early 1800s Russia – a serene landscape reflecting tranquility amidst bustling city life. Menelas.