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Campaspe Collection

"Captivating Campaspe: A Tale of Love and Art" In the realm where love and art intertwine, Cupid and my Campaspe played at cards for kisses

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Apelles Painting Campaspe, 1620-1629. Creator: Frans Francken II

Apelles Painting Campaspe, 1620-1629. Creator: Frans Francken II
Apelles Painting Campaspe, 1620-1629

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Box, c1770. Creator: Unknown

Box, c1770. Creator: Unknown
Box, c1770

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Cupid and my Campaspe played at cards for kisses (litho)

Cupid and my Campaspe played at cards for kisses (litho)
3655848 Cupid and my Campaspe played at cards for kisses (litho) by Bell, Robert Anning (1863-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cupid and my Campaspe played at cards for kisses)

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Venus Anadyomene (colour litho)

Venus Anadyomene (colour litho)
2802029 Venus Anadyomene (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Venus Anadyomene)

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Apelles Painting Campaspe, c. 1630 (oil on panel)

Apelles Painting Campaspe, c. 1630 (oil on panel)
5672012 Apelles Painting Campaspe, c.1630 (oil on panel) by Haecht, Willem van II (1593-1637); 104.9x148.7 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague, The Netherlands; (add.info.: According to Pliny)

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Cupid and my Campaspe play d at cards for kisses (colour litho)

Cupid and my Campaspe play d at cards for kisses (colour litho)
979672 Cupid and my Campaspe play d at cards for kisses (colour litho) by Bell, Robert Anning (1863-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cupid and my Campaspe play d at cards for kisses)

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Apelles Painting Alexander and Campaspe. Creator: Master IQV

Apelles Painting Alexander and Campaspe. Creator: Master IQV
Apelles Painting Alexander and Campaspe

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Apelles Painting Campaspe, c. 1630

Apelles Painting Campaspe, c. 1630
Apelles Painting Campaspe, c.1630. Found in the collection of The Mauritshuis, The Hague

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Apelles Painting Campaspe. Artist: Vleughels, Nicolas (1668-1737)

Apelles Painting Campaspe. Artist: Vleughels, Nicolas (1668-1737)
Apelles Painting Campaspe. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Alexander Ceding Campaspe Apelles Jerome-Martin Langlois

Alexander Ceding Campaspe Apelles Jerome-Martin Langlois
Alexander Ceding Campaspe to Apelles; Jerome-Martin Langlois (French, 1778 - 1838); 1819; Black and white chalk, gray washes, heightened with white gouache; 39.1 x 51.4 cm (15 3, 8 x 20 1, 4 in.)

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Alexander Great Campaspe Studio Apelles Giovanni Battista

Alexander Great Campaspe Studio Apelles Giovanni Battista
Alexander the Great and Campaspe in the Studio of Apelles; Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (Italian, 1696 - 1770); Italy; about 1740; Oil on canvas; 42.5 × 54 cm (16 3, 4 × 21 1, 4 in.)

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Apelles Painting Campaspe in the Presence of Alexander the Great

Apelles Painting Campaspe in the Presence of Alexander the Great. Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
Apelles Painting Campaspe in the Presence of Alexander the Great. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lille

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Apelles Painting Alexander Campaspe Etching Sheet

Apelles Painting Alexander Campaspe Etching Sheet
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Background imageCampaspe Collection: The Studio of Apelles (oil on panel)

The Studio of Apelles (oil on panel)
XCF282092 The Studio of Apelles (oil on panel) by Haecht, Willem van II (1593-1637); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander the Great (356-323 BC); ); Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Alexander Ceding Campaspe to Apelles

Alexander Ceding Campaspe to Apelles; Jerome-Martin Langlois, French, 1778 - 1838; 1819; Black and white chalk, gray washes, heightened with white gouache; 39.1 x 51.4 cm (15 3/8 x 20 1/4 in.)

Background imageCampaspe Collection: Alexander the Great and Campaspe in the Studio of Apelles

Alexander the Great and Campaspe in the Studio of Apelles; Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, Italian, 1696 - 1770; Italy, Europe; about 1740; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 42.5 x 54 cm (16 3/4 x 21 1/4 in.)



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"Captivating Campaspe: A Tale of Love and Art" In the realm where love and art intertwine, Cupid and my Campaspe played at cards for kisses. Their affectionate game captured in a lithograph, their hearts entwined as they gambled with passion. Venus Anadyomene, depicted in a vibrant color lithograph, stands as a symbol of beauty and desire. Her presence adds an ethereal touch to the story of Campaspe's enchantment. Apelles, the renowned artist of his time, immortalized this captivating tale through his masterful paintings. In one such masterpiece from 1630, he portrays Apelles painting Campaspe with delicate brushstrokes on a panel. The oil medium brings forth every detail of her grace and allure. Another painting by Apelles showcases Alexander the Great captivated by the beauty of Campaspe. This depiction reveals not only her physical charm but also her magnetic presence that bewitched even kings. Nicolas Vleughels took inspiration from Apelles' work to create his own interpretation of Campaspe's portrait. His rendition captures her essence with finesse and elegance. Jacques Louis David delves deeper into this narrative by illustrating Campaspe in the presence of Alexander himself. The tension between them is palpable as she holds court before him - an intriguing moment frozen in time forevermore. The story takes an unexpected turn when Alexander cedes Campaspe to Apelles after realizing his deep affection for her. Jerome-Martin Langlois beautifully depicts this poignant scene where love triumphs over power. Giovanni Battista presents us with another glimpse into Apelles' studio where he meticulously paints Alexander alongside his beloved muse, Campaspe. Their connection portrayed through each stroke on canvas speaks volumes about their profound bond. An etching sheet showcasing yet another masterpiece by Apelles reminds us that art has no boundaries.