Ceres Collection (#2)

Venus, Bacchus, and Ceres, probably 1588. Creator: Jacob Matham
Venus, Bacchus, and Ceres, probably 1588

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1738: The Triumph of Bacchus and Ceres, 1738. Creator: M Sorello
The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1738: The Triumph of Bacchus and Ceres, 1738

Sine Cerere et Baccho Friget Venus, c. 1600. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Sine Cerere et Baccho Friget Venus, c. 1600

The Cult of Ceres, 1596. Creator: Jan Saenredam
The Cult of Ceres, 1596

Peace comes to console men and bring them Abundance, before 1871. Creator: Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta
Peace comes to console men and bring them Abundance. Reduced copy of central part of the ceiling of the Salon de la Paix at the Hotel-de-Ville, painted by Delacroix, before 1871

Allegorical Figure of Summer Flanked by Pomona and Ceres, c. 1630

Carro di Cerere (Chariot of Ceres). Creator: Pietro de Angelis
Carro di Cerere (Chariot of Ceres)

The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1756: The Temple of Ceres, 1756. Creator: Giuseppe Pozzi
The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1756: The Temple of Ceres, 1756

Polifemo e Palemonio Argonauti condotti da Cerere. Creator: Balthasar Moncornet
Polifemo e Palemonio Argonauti condotti da Cerere

Ceres or summer, between 1652 and 1655. Creator: Charles le Brun
Ceres or summer, between 1652 and 1655

Feast of Ceres, n.d. Creator: Lodovico Lipparini
Feast of Ceres, n.d

Colossal Prize Bride-Cake Exhibited at the Albany State Fair, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Colossal Prize Bride-Cake Exhibited at the Albany State Fair, 1850. Wedding cake made by Benjamin Briare, ...elevated on ornamented scroll pedestals...with a bridal wreath of flowers

Ceres, 1752. Creator: Jan Wandelaar
Ceres, 1752

In Greek mythology, Demeter was the goddess of agriculture. In Roman mythology, she is associated with Ceres

Villa Cimbrone, Ravello, Amalfi coast, Salerno, Campania, Italy. The temple of Ceres Goddess

Steamer Ceres, 1899. Creator: J.B. Bowney
Steamer Ceres, 1899

Ceres, 1830. Creator: Josef Klieber
Ceres, 1830

Lady Alexandra Haig as Ceres at the Fete Champetre at Ashcombe House given by Cecil Beaton and Sir Michael Duff-Assheton-Smith, 1937. The theme is Society Nymphs and Shepherds. Date: 1937

Reconstruction of the Mystic Temple of Ceres in Eleusis 1812 Date: 1812

Earth-Mother (variously Ceres, Isis, Virgo, Cybele, etc. ) in a chariot drawn by lions - the favoured transport of
illustration of Earth-Mother (variously Ceres, Isis, Virgo, Cybele, etc.) in a chariot drawn by lions - the favoured transport of Cybele

Ceres, Matroosberg, Snow, alpine, chilly, clouds, cold, cold front, colour image
Ceres, Matroosberg, Snow, alpine, chilly, clouds, cold, cold front, colo, Gallo Landscapes, 547201071

Commonwealth Aircraft CA-28 Ceres ZK-BPU (msn CA-28-4), of Aerial Farming of NZ Ltd. at Milson NZ. on 5 January 1961. Date: 1961

Statue of Ceres at the Villa Cimbrone, Ravello, Amalfi Coast (Costiera Amalfitana), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility and considered a lawgiver, after a mural in Pompeii, Italy
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The Roman goddess Ceres, marble statue from ancient Rome, Italy, digital reproduction of an original from the 18th
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Demeter or Ceres, Ludovisi collection (coarse marble)
3042822 Demeter or Ceres, Ludovisi collection (coarse marble) by Roman; Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Altemps, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Detail of the Altoviti hall ceiling, 16th century (fresco)
7130068 Detail of the Altoviti hall ceiling, 16th century (fresco) by Vasari, Giorgio (1511-74); Museo Nazionale del Palazzo di Venezia, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Detail of the Altoviti hall ceiling)

Cerere (Ceres) (oil on canvas)
1108952 Cerere (Ceres) (oil on canvas) by Dossi, Battista (c.1474-1548); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: In ancient Roman religion)

Ceres and Bacchus, 1600s (oil on canvas)
XOS5887442 Ceres and Bacchus, 1600s (oil on canvas) by Spranger, Bartholomaeus (1546-1611); 197.2x133.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: by Bartholomaeus Spranger (1546-1611))

Plate 19: Ceres at right, leaning on a pedestal, refusing to assist Psyche, from the St... 1530-60
Plate 19: Ceres at right, leaning on a pedestal, refusing to assist Psyche, from the Story of Cupid and Psyche as told by Apuleius, 1530-60

Ceres Seeking Her Daughter (The Mocking of Ceres), 1610. Creator: Hendrik Goudt
Ceres Seeking Her Daughter (The Mocking of Ceres), 1610

Ceres Searching for Her Daughter, . n. d. Creator: Hendrik Goudt
Ceres Searching for Her Daughter, .n.d

The Pleasures of the Seasons: Summer, c. 1730 (oil on copper)
487841 The Pleasures of the Seasons: Summer, c.1730 (oil on copper) by Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-61); 38.1x54.6 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: Ceres)

Figurehead: "Ceres", 1935 / 1942. Creator: Elizabeth Fairchild
Figurehead: " Ceres", 1935/1942

Principal Greek gods on Mount Olympus
6340157 Principal Greek gods on Mount Olympus by Freschi, Roberto (19th century); (add.info.: Principal Greek gods on Mount Olympus)

Ceres, Bacchus and Venus, by Janssens, Abraham (ca. 1573-1632). Oil on canvas, 1605-1615. Dimension : 184, 5x236 cm
FIA5409176 Ceres, Bacchus and Venus, by Janssens, Abraham (ca. 1573-1632). Oil on canvas, 1605-1615. Dimension : 184, 5x236 cm

Detail of the vault: lunette representing Psyche who asks Ceres to help her
2384688 Detail of the vault: lunette representing Psyche who asks Ceres to help her, Chamber of Cupid and Psyche (Sala di Amore e Psiche), 1526-1528 by Romano

Detail of the vault: lunette representing Ceres and Juno defending Eros, Chamber of Cupid and Psyche
2384687 Detail of the vault: lunette representing Ceres and Juno defending Eros, Chamber of Cupid and Psyche (Sala di Amore e Psiche), 1526-1528 by Romano

The Eleusinian Mysteries, initiations for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis, Greece
6340197 The Eleusinian Mysteries, initiations for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis, Greece by Fumagalli (19th century); (add.info.: The Eleusinian Mysteries)

Allegories of Summer and Autumn (Bacchus and Ceres), Northern Wall, lunette above the Door to the Garden
2632644 Allegories of Summer and Autumn (Bacchus and Ceres), Northern Wall, lunette above the Door to the Garden, Hall of Olympus, 1560-1561 (fresco) by Veronese

Allegories of Summer and Autumn (Bacchus and Ceres), Northern Wall, lunette above the Door to the Garden
2632643 Allegories of Summer and Autumn (Bacchus and Ceres), Northern Wall, lunette above the Door to the Garden, Hall of Olympus, 1560-1561 (fresco) by Veronese

Ceres, Roman goddess of agriculture and grain, 1772 (engraving)
7235602 Ceres, Roman goddess of agriculture and grain, 1772 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ceres, Roman goddess of agriculture, grain crops)

The Eleusinian Mysteries, initiations for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis, Greece
6340194 The Eleusinian Mysteries, initiations for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis, Greece by Fumagalli (19th century); (add.info.: The Eleusinian Mysteries)

Paola Gonzaga as the Goddess Ceres, from the Room of Diana and Actaeon, detail of 2384753, 15241524
2384775 Paola Gonzaga as the Goddess Ceres, from the Room of Diana and Actaeon, detail of 2384753, 15241524 by Parmigianino (Francesco Mazzola) (1503-40); Rocca Sanvitale, Fontanellato, Parma

Paola Gonzaga as the Goddess Ceres, from the Room of Diana and Actaeon, detail of 2384753, 1524
2384774 Paola Gonzaga as the Goddess Ceres, from the Room of Diana and Actaeon, detail of 2384753, 1524 by Parmigianino (Francesco Mazzola) (1503-40); Rocca Sanvitale, Fontanellato, Parma

Ceres, Bacchus and Venus, c. 1550-1610 (oil on canvas)
7240784 Ceres, Bacchus and Venus, c.1550-1610 (oil on canvas) by Venetian School, (16th century); 109.2x85 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Ceres and Venus seated)

Ceres or Isis, ancient Roman marble sculpture (engraving)
7149126 Ceres or Isis, ancient Roman marble sculpture (engraving) by Corbould, Henry (1787-1844) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Roman marble statue of Ceres or Isis)

Gewerbe Ausstellung 1896: Die Eckgruppen im Kuppelsaal (b / w photo)
7157816 Gewerbe Ausstellung 1896: Die Eckgruppen im Kuppelsaal (b/w photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Die Eckgruppen im Kuppelsaal)

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Ceres, the ancient Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, has captivated artists and historians alike throughout history. In Greek mythology, she is known as Demeter, the mother of Persephone. The tale of their bond and Persephone's abduction by Hades forms the basis for the changing seasons. One artistic representation that showcases Ceres' significance is "A landscape with wood; Diana offers a hare to a nymph; Silenus and Ceres in foreground" by Abraham Govaerts. This painting beautifully portrays Ceres alongside other mythological figures in a lush woodland setting. In astronomy, Ceres takes on another meaning as one of the dwarf planets in our solar system. Earth and Moon share this celestial stage with dwarf planets like Ceres, highlighting its cosmic importance. Moving beyond art and science, there are various references to Ceres in different contexts. For instance, the Short S23 Empire Flying Boat G-AETX was named "Ceres, " paying homage to its majestic presence in aviation history. The Commonwealth Aircraft CA-28 Ceres ZK-BPU also bears this name proudly as it soars through the skies. Even statues at Villa Cimbrone on Italy's Amalfi Coast depict her gracefulness amidst breathtaking surroundings. Not limited to visual representations alone, pigeons have also been associated with her name - Black and Dun Barbs being specific breeds linked to her symbolism. From mythology to space exploration, from paintings to aircrafts - each reference adds depth to our understanding of who or what exactly "Ceres" represents. Whether it be an ancient deity or a celestial body millions of miles away from us today – all these diverse connections remind us that human imagination knows no bounds when it comes to honoring this timeless figure.