Philemon Collection

Philemon and Baucis, two hospitable cottagers, ask the gods that they may die together, so P is turned into an oak tree and B to a linden, their branches intertwining

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Calendar for November with figures of Ezekiel and St. Jude, quote from Epistle to Philemon, disciple, centaur with bow
5912933 Calendar for November with figures of Ezekiel and St. Jude, quote from Epistle to Philemon, disciple, centaur with bow, birds, foliage and castles

Jupiter and Mercury with Baucis and Philemon, c. 1650. Creator: Nicolaes Lauwers
Jupiter and Mercury with Baucis and Philemon, c. 1650

Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis, ca. 1627-70. Creator: Anon
Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis, ca. 1627-70

Jupiter Visits with Philemon and Bacchus, 1809. Creator: Carl Russ
Jupiter Visits with Philemon and Bacchus, 1809

Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Philemon and Baucis, 1612. Creator: Hendrik Goudt
Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Philemon and Baucis, 1612

Philto and Lesbionicus (colour litho)
5201933 Philto and Lesbionicus (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philto and Lesbionicus)

Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis in Philemon and Baucis
Sigrid Arnoldson, Swedish opera singer, coloratura soprano, as Baucis in Gounods opera Philemon and Baucis Date: 1890s

Philemon et Baucis (engraving)
2793359 Philemon et Baucis (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philemon et Baucis. Illustration for La Mythologie by Rene Menard (Delagrave, 1878)

Illuminated calendar for October 1846
Calendar for October with figures of Malachi and St. Simon, quote from Tyrus, disciples, boar, birds, foliage and castles. From an illuminated Book of Hours of the Duke the Anjou. 1380

The strangers entertained
3783951 The strangers entertained by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); (add.info.: The strangers entertained - Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants in the house of Philemon and Baucis)

A scaly set of rascals, illustration from A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys
STC411996 A scaly set of rascals, illustration from A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 1928 (colour litho) by Rackham

Corinth (chromolitho)
5207977 Corinth (chromolitho) by Harper, Henry Andrew (1835-1900); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corinth. Illustration from The Pictorial New Testament (Scripture Gift Mission, London)

Charles Gounod (chromolitho)
734783 Charles Gounod (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Gounod. Liebig card)

Madame Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis in "Philemon et Baucis"(b / w photo)
1603393 Madame Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis in " Philemon et Baucis" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mlle Sigrid Arnoldson, as Baucis in Gounods Opera, "Philemon and Baucis"(b / w photo)
726405 Mlle Sigrid Arnoldson, as Baucis in Gounods Opera, " Philemon and Baucis" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mlle Sigrid Arnoldson)

Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants
3783947 Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); (add.info.: The strangers in the village - Zeus and Hermes disguised as peasants arrive in the village where Philemon)

Philemon and Baucis, 1658. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Philemon and Baucis, 1658

Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Baucis and Philemon, 18th century

Jupiter and Mercury reveal themselves to Philemon and Baucis, 1809. Central theme is the virtue of hospitality

PHILEMON & BAUCIS PHILEMON & BAUCIS
Poor cottagers Philemon and Baucis (husband and wife) entertained the (disguised) travellers Mercury and Jupiter so well that their cottage was transformed into a palace. Date: circa 780 BC

Holland, (1552-1637), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Holland, (1552-1637), 1830. Philemon Holland (1552-1637) English schoolmaster, physician and translator, educated at Trinity College, Cambridge

General Philemon Dickinson, showing high cut coat, c1780, (1937). Creator: Unknown
General Philemon Dickinson, showing high cut coat, c1780, (1937). Philemon Dickinson (1739-1809) American lawyer and politician

The strangers entertained - Greek mythology
Philemon and Baucis, an old married couple, welcomed Zeus and Hermes to their home when the gods arrived, disguised as ordinary peasants. In this illustration, they are providing them with a meal

Philemon Baucis beg Jupiter stay together box
Philemon and Baucis beg Jupiter to stay together (in box with 43 drawings), (story of) Philemon and Baucis, Louis Fabritius Dubourg, 1744, paper, ink, pencil, brush, h 123 mm × w 123 mm

Jupiter Mercury Philemon Baucis Mercury sit table
Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis, Jupiter and Mercury sit at the table in the home of the elderly couple Philemon and Baucis

Jupiter Mercury House Philemon Baucis Hendrik Goudt
Jupiter and Mercury at the House of Philemon and Baucis. Hendrik Goudt (Dutch, 1585-1630). Engraving

Philemon, C. 362 Bc To C. 262 Bc. Athenian Poet And Playwright Of The New Comedy
Philemon, C. 362 Bc To C.262 Bc. Athenian Poet And Playwright Of The New Comedy. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

PHILEMON Greek comic poet Date: 361 - 263 BC

French Theatre / Philemon
Philemon A character from Les Vendanges de Suresne by Pierre du Ryer. Date: 1635

Bearded bellbird, Procnias averano, and noisy friarbird, Philemon corniculatus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology

The opera Philemon & Baucis
Jupiter courting the young Baucis in front of her husband Philemon. Artist: Alan Wright Date: 1912

Philemon Pownall
PHILEMON POWNALL British naval commander who gave his life for his country at sea off Ostend. Date: ? - 1780

Philemon Holland
PHILEMON HOLLAND Translator Date: 1552 - 1637

American 18th Century, Dr. Philemon Tracy, c. 1790, oil on paper on board on canvas

Landscape with Philemon and Baucis c. 1625 (oil on panel)
XOS1109192 Landscape with Philemon and Baucis c.1625 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 146x208.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Picture No. 10899555
Noisy Friarbird - with insect prey (Philemon corniculatus ) Date:

Picture No. 10899556
Noisy Friarbird - with insect prey (Philemon corniculatus ) Date:

Picture No. 10899554
Noisy Friarbird - with insect prey (Philemon corniculatus ) Date:

PHILEMON (c368-c264 B. C. ). Greek playwright. Copper engraving, English, 18th century
PHILEMON (c368-c264 B.C.). Greek playwright. Copper engraving, English, 18th century

Philemon, Playwright
PHILEMON Athenian comic poet and playwright, author of 97 works which were evidently extremely popular as he frequently won contests over his rivals

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"Philemon: A Tale of Humble Cottagers and Divine Encounters" In the mythological story and Baucis, we are transported to a time where simplicity and humility were revered virtues. This classical tale tells the heartwarming story of an elderly couple living in a humble cottage, their names forever etched in history. The renowned painting "Jupiter and Mercury in the House and Baucis" by Hendrik Goudt captures this enchanting narrative. It depicts the moment when Zeus himself, disguised as a weary traveler along with his faithful messenger Hermes, seeks shelter at their doorsteps. The couple's hospitality shines through as they welcome these strangers into their home without hesitation. Another artistic portrayal comes from Philto and Lesbionicus, showcasing a colorful lithograph that brings this ancient tale to life once again. Sigrid Arnoldson beautifully embodies Baucis in yet another rendition titled "Madame Sigrid Arnoldson as Baucis in Philemon et Baucis, " her performance capturing the essence of kindness and grace. Even beyond artistry, this timeless story has left its mark on literature too. In an illustration from "A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys, " we witness a scaly set of rascals who meet their match within the pages inspired by Philemon's extraordinary encounter. Corinth itself becomes part of this captivating narrative through a chromolithograph that transports us to ancient Greece - reminding us that even great cities can be touched by tales rooted in simplicity. Charles Gounod adds his own touch with another chromolithograph depicting scenes from this mythical fable; his interpretation further immortalizing Philemon's legacy. Lastly, an illuminated calendar for October 1846 reminds us how stories like these have endured throughout centuries - still celebrated long after they were first told. Through all these various forms of expression, one thing remains constant - the power of kindness and hospitality.