Canopus Collection (#2)

Two sparrows set on fire and a falcon from Lights of Canopus
3619848 Two sparrows set on fire and a falcon from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Scholar from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619833 Scholar from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Folio 2b from Ms)

Short Empire flying boat Canopus on the Medway, Kent
Short Empire flying boat Canopus (G-ADHL) on the Medway, Kent. It was the first one to be built in the Empire series. Date: circa 1940s

Recent Evolutions of the Channel and Mediterranean Squadrons (litho)
1593738 Recent Evolutions of the Channel and Mediterranean Squadrons (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

A traveler cures the princess and a malicious goldsmith is crucified from Lights of
3619866 A traveler cures the princess and a malicious goldsmith is crucified from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum

A merchants daughter brings her jewels to the princess from Lights of Canopus
3619864 A merchants daughter brings her jewels to the princess from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A snake and a crows chicks from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619850 A snake and a crows chicks from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A farmers corn supply being attacked by mice from Lights of Canopus
3619842 A farmers corn supply being attacked by mice from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

An old merchant advising his three sons from Lights of Canopus
3619840 An old merchant advising his three sons from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

King HumAuya'n FAul hunting in the company of his vizier
3619834 King HumuyA'n Ful hunting in the company of his vizier, Khujastah Ruy from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School

Incipit page with illuminated headpiece from Lights of Canopus
3619832 Incipit page with illuminated headpiece from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A butcher kills a cow for a peasant and his wife to be distributed as alms from Lights of
3619831 A butcher kills a cow for a peasant and his wife to be distributed as alms from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School

A king and a dervish from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619846 A king and a dervish from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Folio 31b from Ms)

Cat targeted by an archer in a courtyard from Lights of Canopus
3619837 Cat targeted by an archer in a courtyard from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

The king of aAaalab (Aleppo), his daughter, the vizier
3619862 The king of aaalab (Aleppo), his daughter, the vizier, and a goldsmith from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School

A treacherous maid lies dead after having been forced to take poison she had prepared for
3619860 A treacherous maid lies dead after having been forced to take poison she had prepared for her queen from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School

GhAunim, his friend Sala'm and a stone lion near a river from Lights of Canopus
3619844 Ghunim, his friend SalA'm and a stone lion near a river from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum

A prince with three companions from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619867 A prince with three companions from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A traveler is saved by a monkey from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619865 A traveler is saved by a monkey from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A king and a holy man meeting in front of a cave from Lights of Canopus
3619859 A king and a holy man meeting in front of a cave from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

An evil lion, tricked by a hare, looks into a well and sees his reflection from Lights of
3619853 An evil lion, tricked by a hare, looks into a well and sees his reflection from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School

A despotic king, a dog, a fox, a man, and a horse with maimed legs from Lights of Canopus
3619849 A despotic king, a dog, a fox, a man, and a horse with maimed legs from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum

The king of aAaalab (Aleppo) and his two sons from Lights of Canopus
3619841 The king of aaalab (Aleppo) and his two sons from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A poor father and his son from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619838 A poor father and his son from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Two hawks and a crows nest from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619836 Two hawks and a crows nest from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Egyptians divinities (coloured engraving)
997806 Egyptians divinities (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Hadrians Villa: The Canopus (Avanzi del Tempio Dio Canopo nella Villa Adriana in Tivoli), ca. 1769

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Tivoli, Villa Adriano, the Canopus and statues

Central Italy, Lazio, Tivoli. Hadrians Villa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Canopus

Hadrians Villa. Statue in the Canopus. God Mars. 2nd centur
Italy. Hadrians Villa. Imperial Villa built by Emperor Hadrian (76-138). 2nd century. Statue in the Canopus. God Mars. Tivoli

Allied warships, Dardanelles, February 1915, WW1
Allied warships which took part in the bombardment of the Dardanelles in February 1915. They are: HMS Dublin, Euryalus, Cornwallis, Amethyst, Sapphire, Vengeance, Lord Nelson, Implacable, Agamemnon

Italy, Tivoli, Amazon statue at The Canopus in Hadrians Villa
Italy - Lazio Region - Tivoli (Rome province) - Hadrians Villa (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1999), 2nd century. The Canopus. Detail, Amazon statue

Fort and Harbour of Aboukir, Ancient Canopus, Egypt, 1801. Artist: Thomas Milton
Fort and Harbour of Aboukir, Ancient Canopus, Egypt, 1801. The village of Aboukir on Egypts Mediterranean coast stands on what is believed to be the site of Canopus

Canopus, Hadrians Villa (built 125-135), Tivoli, Italy, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Canopus, Hadrians Villa (built 125-135), Tivoli, Italy, c20th century. Hadrians Villa (Villa Adriana in Italian) is a large Roman archaeological complex at Tivoli, Italy

Hadrians Villa. The Canopus. 2nd century. Italy
Italy. Hadrians Villa. Imperial Villa built by Emperor Hadrian (76-138). 2nd century. The Canopus. Tivoli

Hadrians Villa. The Canopus. Statues. 2nd century. Italy
Italy. Hadrians Villa. Imperial Villa built by Emperor Hadrian (76-138). 2nd century. The Canopus. Statues. Tivoli

Card commemorating Falkland Islands naval battle, WW1
Card commemorating Falkland Islands naval battle on 8 December 1914, when the British navy sank four German warships (Scharnhorst, Leipzig, Nurnberg and Gneisenau)

Hadrian Villa Canopus Avanzi del Tempio Dio Canopo nella Villa Adriana
Artokoloro

The Large Magellanic Cloud and bright star Canopus

The southern Milky Way and the extensive Gum Nebula complex
The southern Milky Way from Canis Major to Carina, including Puppis and Vela and the large Gum Nebula complex, an interstellar bubble blown by stellar winds

Winter Milky Way from New Mexico
March 10, 2015 - A vertical sweep with a 15mm ultrawide lens from the horizon to past the zenith, taking in a large part of the northern winter Milky Way

The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus up to the Carina Nebula
The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus (at lower right) up to the Carina Nebula at upper left, with the False Cross in the centre, made of stars from Vela and Carina

BOACs Canopus House, Augusta, Sicily

Short S23 Canopus berths

Short S23 Canopus flying boat forward saloon

Short S23 Canopus flying boat dining saloon

Italy, Latium, Tivoli, Hadrians Villa, statue on river Tiber
Italy - Lazio Region - Tivoli - Hadrians Villa - Canopus

Fresco depicting Io at Canopus in Egypt, consoled by Isis from the House of the Duke d Aumale, Pompeii, Italy
Roman civilization. Fresco depicting Io at Canopus in Egypt, consoled by Isis. From the House of the Duke d Aumale, Pompei, Italy

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"Canopus: A Legacy of Strength and Exploration" In the annals of history, one name stands out as a symbol of strength and exploration - Canopus. From its association with mighty warships to pioneering aircraft, this captivating name has left an indelible mark on various realms. During World War I, the HMS Vengeance and HMS Albion, both British battleships, proudly bore the name Canopus. These formidable vessels played crucial roles in defending their nation's honor amidst the chaos of war. Under the watchful eye of Major Herbert George Brackley - Superintendant extraordinaire - these ships became symbols of resilience and unwavering determination. But it wasn't just battleships that carried forth this illustrious name; aviation also embraced Canopus' spirit. The Short S23 Empire Flying Boat G-ADHL Canopus soared through skies with grace and elegance, while the Boeing Stratocruiser G-AKGK BOAC showcased its might at London Airport. Major Herbert George Brackley continued his legacy by overseeing operations involving de Havilland DH. 106 Comet 4C XS235 Canopus - a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence. Meanwhile, Short Brothers Empire flying boat Canopus took flight under its own banner, further solidifying its place in aviation history. Beyond military might and aviation triumphs lies another facet of Canopus' influence – astronomy. Nestled within the celestial tapestry is the constellation known as Canis Major – home to some of our universe's brightest stars. Even art pays homage to this legendary name; within Hadrian's Villa resides a statue in the enchanting setting called "the Canopus. " Herein lies God Mars himself from ancient times—a timeless tribute to power personified. From land to sea and sky above, whether it be majestic battleships or groundbreaking aircraft models like de Havilland DH. 106 Comet 4C XS235, it has become synonymous with strength and exploration.