Art History Collection

Roman seafood mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Plague doctor, 17th century artwork
Plague doctor. 17th century artwork titled Doktor Schnabel von Rom (Beak Doctor from Rome). The text is in Latin. The costumes bronze mask contained aromatic herbs and reduced exposure to bad air

Count of St Germain, French alchemist
Count of St Germain (c.1712-1784), French alchemist. St Germain was a French courtier and adventurer who rose to prominence in Europe in the mid-18th century

Roman statue of Asclepius. The cult of the deity of Greek medicine, known as Asclepius, dates from the 6th century BC. Asclepius is represented in statues holding a staff around which a serpent

Roman memento mori mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Red mullets and ducks, Roman mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Doves on a drinking vessel, Roman mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Roman memento mori mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Dantes Inferno, suicides and the Harpies
Dantes Inferno. Canto XIII, line 11: Here [suicide tree] the brute Harpies make their nest (at right: Dante and Virgil). Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)

Barber-surgeons, satirical artwork
Barber-surgeons. Satirical artwork depicting barber-surgeons and their patients as monkeys. At bottom, the barber role is being performed, while at top the surgical and medical roles are shown

Medical prescription, satirical artwork
Medical prescription. Satirical artwork titled Of Prescribing Foolishly, showing a patient in bed with a doctor in a fools hat (right) holding aloft a proposed treatment

Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, and her child. Georgiana Cavendish (1757-1806), born Georgiana Spencer, was the first wife of the 5th Duke of Devonshire and a celebrated socialite of her day

Treating foot corns, satirical artwork

Animal magnetism, satirical artwork
Animal magnetism. Satirical artwork depicting a patient and animal magnetism practitioner with animal heads. Animal magnetism was developed by the German physician Franz Mesmer (1734-1815)

Dentistry, satirical artwork
Dentistry. Satirical artwork titled Without Effort, showing a dentist and his assistant removing a patients tooth in a public display area

Johann Joachim Winckelmann
3078234 Johann Joachim Winckelmann; (add.info.: Portrait of Johann Joachim Winckelmann (1717-1768) a German art historian and archaeologist. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

"We have found the Mona Lisa in Florence", front page of 'Excelsior', 13th December 1913 (litho)
LSE3714166 "We have found the Mona Lisa in Florence", front page of 'Excelsior', 13th December 1913 (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of the painter Lambert van Straaten, 1736. Creator: Tako Hajo Jelgersma
Portrait of the painter Lambert van Straaten, 1736

Portrait of Pieter Fransz de Greber, 1736. Creator: Tako Hajo Jelgersma
Portrait of Pieter Fransz de Greber, 1736

Portrait of Cornelis Jacobsz. Delff, 1712-1795. Creator: Tako Hajo Jelgersma
Portrait of Cornelis Jacobsz. Delff, 1712-1795

Portrait of Wilhelm Hermann Werner, 1735. Creator: Tako Hajo Jelgersma
Portrait of Wilhelm Hermann Werner, 1735. Portrait of the painter Wilhelm Hermann Warnar

Portrait of Allaert van Everdingen, 1704-1758. Creator: Sybrand Feitama
Portrait of Allaert van Everdingen, 1704-1758

Portraits of Hendrik Soukens, Frans van Eynden and Roukens, 1757-1819. Creator: Roeland van Eynden
Portraits of Hendrik Soukens, Frans van Eynden and Roukens, 1757-1819

Portrait of Joost Corneliszn. Droochsloot in his studio sitting behind an easel with... 1780-1848
Portrait of Joost Corneliszn. Droochsloot in his studio sitting behind an easel with a landscape, 1780-1848

Portrait of Johann Goll van Franckenstein, with hat, facing left, 1783. Creator: Louis Bernard Coclers
Portrait of Johann Goll van Franckenstein, with hat, facing left, 1783

Portrait of Johannes Franciscus Hoppenbrouwers in front of his easel and A. van den Berg... 1865. Creator: Louis Apol
Portrait of Johannes Franciscus Hoppenbrouwers in front of his easel and A. van den Berg looking on, 1865

Portrait of Carel Lodewijk Hansen, c.1839-c.1840. Creator: Lambertus Johannes Hansen
Portrait of Carel Lodewijk Hansen, c.1839-c.1840

Portrait of Pieter Bzn Barbiers, 1795-1813. Creator: Joannes Pieter Visser Bender
Portrait of Pieter Bzn Barbiers, 1795-1813

Portrait of Wouter Johannes van Troostwijk, 1782-1833. Creator: Jean Bernard
Portrait of Wouter Johannes van Troostwijk, 1782-1833. Portrait of the painter and etcher Wouter Johannes van Troostwijk

Portrait of Gerrit van Schoorl, 1837. Creator: J de Kruyff
Portrait of Gerrit van Schoorl, 1837. According to the inscription on verso: Rural Print Merchant in Alkmaar'. A peddler who sold prints from place to place as he travelled

Self portrait, 1786-1810. Creator: Hermanus Fock
Self portrait, 1786-1810. Self-Portrait of the painter Hermanus Fock. Half-length, facing front, with top hat. In the background a painting on an easel

Portrait of Pieter Martinus Gregoor, c.1790-c.1829. Creator: Hendrik Willem Caspari
Portrait of Pieter Martinus Gregoor, c.1790-c.1829

Portrait of E.W.G. Bagelaar, 1781-1815. Creator: Gerrit Jacobus Geusendam
Portrait of E.W.G. Bagelaar, 1781-1815

Portrait of Cornelis de Grient, 1775. Creator: Gerard van Nijmegen
Portrait of Cornelis de Grient, 1775

Portrait of Antonie van den Bosch, 1802. Creator: Gabriël van Rooijen
Portrait of Antonie van den Bosch, 1802

Portrait of Daniel Adolphe Robert Jones, 1841. Creator: Eugene Francois de Block
Portrait of Daniel Adolphe Robert Jones, 1841

Portrait of Christian Henning, 1751-1822. Creator: Christian Henning
Portrait of Christian Henning, 1751-1822

Portrait of Christiaan Couwenberg, 1630-1647. Creator: Christiaan Couwenberg
Portrait of Christiaan Couwenberg, 1630-1647. Self-portrait (?)

Portrait of Zacharias Blijhooft, 1823. Creator: Christiaen Kramm
Portrait of Zacharias Blijhooft, 1823

Portrait of Johannes Warnardus Bilders, 1841. Creator: Christiaen Kramm
Portrait of Johannes Warnardus Bilders, 1841. Design for a print

Portrait of Jan Evert Grave, 1773-1838. Creator: Anthonie van den Bos
Portrait of Jan Evert Grave, 1773-1838

Portrait of Michiel van Mierevelt, holding Jacob Willemsz. Delff painting, 1792. Creator: Aert Schouman
Portrait of Michiel van Mierevelt, holding Jacob Willemsz. Delff painting, 1792

Portrait of Jan van Gool, 1720-1749. Creator: Aert Schouman
Portrait of Jan van Gool, 1720-1749. Design for a print

Portrait of Adriaan de Lelie, with hat on, 1765-1820. Creator: Adriaan De Lelie
Portrait of Adriaan de Lelie, with hat on, 1765-1820. Portrait of the painter Adriaan de Lelie, with glass in hand and wearing fur-trimmed hat

Self -portrait of Willem George Frederik Heijmans, 1825-1868. Creator: Willem George Frederik Heijmans
Self -portrait of Willem George Frederik Heijmans, 1825-1868

Self -portrait Tako Hajo Jelgersma, 1712-1795. Creator: Tako Hajo Jelgersma
Self -portrait Tako Hajo Jelgersma, 1712-1795

Self -portrait of Pieter Alardus Haaxman, 1834-1887. Creator: Pieter Haaxman
Self -portrait of Pieter Alardus Haaxman, 1834-1887

Self -portrait of Lambertus Johannes Hansen, 1840. Creator: Lambertus Johannes Hansen
Self -portrait of Lambertus Johannes Hansen, 1840

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"Journey through Art History: From Roman Mosaics to Satirical Artworks and Beyond" Step into the captivating world of art history, where each brushstroke and mosaic piece tells a story that transcends time. Let's embark on an enlightening adventure, starting with the mesmerizing Roman seafood mosaic. Delicate red mullets and ducks come to life in vibrant colors, showcasing the Romans' appreciation for culinary delights. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter intriguing characters like the enigmatic Count of St Germain, a French alchemist whose mysterious existence continues to bewilder us even today. Moving forward, a magnificent statue of Asclepius stands tall before us – a symbol of healing and medicine in ancient Rome. But it is not all beauty and serenity; art also reflects darker aspects of human existence. A haunting Roman memento mori mosaic reminds us of our mortality while urging us to seize every precious moment. Similarly, Dante's Inferno takes us on a harrowing journey through suicides and their torment by the Harpies – an artistic portrayal that provokes contemplation. Shifting gears towards satire, we encounter satirical artworks depicting plague doctors from the 17th century. These whimsical yet thought-provoking pieces shed light on society's response during times of crisis. Barber-surgeons also find themselves at the center stage in satirical artwork as they navigate between haircuts and medical procedures with comical flair. Art has always been intertwined with social commentary throughout history. A satirical depiction of a medical prescription serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, people had their fair share of skepticism towards healthcare practices. Finally, let's turn our attention to Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire – an influential figure who left her mark not only through fashion but also political activism during the Georgian era. Her portrait captures both elegance and strength - embodying how art can immortalize powerful individuals who shape the course of history.