Allegory Painting Collection (page 13)

France, Paris, Caricature of three orders State, Clergy and Nobility
France - 18th century. French Revolution. Caricature of the three orders: the State, the Clergy and the Nobility

France, Vizille, Allegory of Freedom, 1790, oil on canvas
France - 18th century. Allegory of Freedom, 1790, oil on canvas

France, Paris, Declaration of Rights of Man and of the Citizen
French Revolution (1789-1792). Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen decreed by the National Assembly and accepted by the King on August 26, 1789

Germany, Dresden, Italy and Germany, 1828, oil on canvas
Johann Friedrich Overbeck (1789-1869), Italy and Germany, 1828, oil on canvas, 95x105 cm

France, Paris, Painting of La Fayette swearing during Feast of the Federation on July 14, 1790
France - 18th century. French Revolution. La Fayette (1757-1834) swears during the Feast of the Federation on July 14, 1790. Detail

Austria, Vienna, Eucharist in a Garland of Flowers
Johannes Antonius van der Baren (1615-1686/87), The Eucharist in a Garland of Flowers

Russia, The Bolshevik, 1920
Boris Kustodiev (1878-1927), The Bolshevik, 1920

France, Paris, Caricature of three orders
France - 18th century. French Revolution. Caricature of the three orders: the Clergy and the Nobility dancing

France, Genealogical tree of the Virgin Mary, miniature from the manuscript Speculum Virginae (folio 23) of the Abbey of Saint-Vst 13th century, Bibliotheque De La Ville (City Library)

France, Paris, Allegory of the Freedom of Worship
France - 19th century. Allegory of the Freedom of Worship, granted by Napoleon I in 1802

Germany, Vienna, Love Carving the Bow
Parmigianino (Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola, 1503-1540), Love Carving the Bow

France, Paris, Napoleon I and Papal Representatives Sign Concordat, Allegory, 1802
France - 19th century - Allegory. Napoleon I and papal representatives sign Concordat, 1802

Fresco portraying a Hellenistic court scene from Villa Boscoreale, Rome
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Fresco portraying a Hellenistic court scene. From Villa Boscoreale (Rome)

Tunisia, Susa, Mosaic work depicting the poet Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro, 70 A.C... - 19 A.C)
Tunisia, Susa, Mosaic work depicting the poet Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro, 70 A.C... - 19 A.C...) writing the Aeneid sitting between the muses Clio and Melpomene 4th century A.D

Relief depicting one of the Parcae spinning the thread of life
Roman civilization, 3rd century A.D. Relief depicting one of the Parcae spinning the thread of life

Italy, Campania, Boscoreale, fresco 1st Century B.C. Italy, Naples, Museo Archeologico Nazionale (Archaeological Museum), Roman art

Italy, Rome, Ara Pacis Augustae, erected 13-9 B. C. relief depicting goddess Tellus
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Rome. Ara Pacis Augustae, erected 13-9 b.C. to celebrate peace established by Augustus

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"Exploring the Depths of Allegory: A Retro Style Desert Scene with Old Gas Station and Saguaro Cactus" Step into a time capsule as this allegory painting takes us back to a retro-style desert scene, complete with an old gas station and towering saguaro cacti. Symbolizing the solidarity of labor, this artwork captures the essence of May Day celebrations in "Solidarity of Labour: Labours May Day. " Drawing inspiration from La Fontaine's Fables, we witness the cunning nature of animals in "The Fox and the Goat. " This allegorical masterpiece reminds us to be cautious when making decisions that may lead to regret. William Hogarth's "The Rake's Progress - In Bedlam" delves into the consequences of indulgence and excess. Through vivid brushstrokes, we are transported to a chaotic mental institution where our protagonist faces his downfall. Prepare for an encounter with mythical creatures as "The Sea Monster" emerges from beneath turbulent waves. This captivating piece challenges our perception of reality while reminding us that danger lurks beneath calm waters. Traveling to Austria, Vienna in 1894, we uncover "The Bad Mothers, " an oil on canvas representation measuring 105x200 cm. Delving into societal expectations and maternal roles, this allegory painting invites contemplation on motherhood's complexities. Fairy tales come alive through symbolic imagery in works like "Hansel and Gretel, " cautioning against temptation lurking within enchanted forests. Meanwhile, Little Red Riding Hood encounters her infamous adversary in a chilling portrayal titled "Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf. " Intriguing narratives continue with classics such as "Wolf and the Seven Young Kids, " teaching valuable lessons about trust amidst deception. The timeless tale of perseverance unfolds through Aesop's fable depicted in "Tortoise and Hare. " Siblings embark on enchanting adventures in Jacob Grimm's fairy tale adaptation titled "Little Sister and Little Brother - Bruderchen und Schwesterchen.