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Cherubs Collection (#3)

"Captivating Cherubs: A Heavenly Presence in Art and Culture" Cherubs, those enchanting celestial beings with their innocent smiles and delicate wings

Background imageCherubs Collection: Trade card for F B Daniell & Son, fine old engravings, London (engraving)

Trade card for F B Daniell & Son, fine old engravings, London (engraving)
8677692 Trade card for F B Daniell & Son, fine old engravings, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card for F B Daniell & Son)

Background imageCherubs Collection: The meeting in Egypt of Proteus, king of Memphis, with Bacchus, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)

The meeting in Egypt of Proteus, king of Memphis, with Bacchus, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)
8683554 The meeting in Egypt of Proteus, king of Memphis, with Bacchus, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680); Palazzo Ducale Estense, Sassuolo, Emilia Romagna

Background imageCherubs Collection: Bacchus tames the tiger that the persecutor Juno sent against him, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)

Bacchus tames the tiger that the persecutor Juno sent against him, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)
8683552 Bacchus tames the tiger that the persecutor Juno sent against him, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680); Palazzo Ducale Estense, Sassuolo, Emilia Romagna

Background imageCherubs Collection: The March to Egypt, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)

The March to Egypt, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)
8683550 The March to Egypt, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680); Palazzo Ducale Estense, Sassuolo, Emilia Romagna, Italy; (add.info.: Sassuolo, Este Ducal Palace)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Bacchus, Lycurgus and Hermes Trismegistus, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)

Bacchus, Lycurgus and Hermes Trismegistus, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)
8683545 Bacchus, Lycurgus and Hermes Trismegistus, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680); Palazzo Ducale Estense, Sassuolo, Emilia Romagna, Italy; (add.info.: Sassuolo)

Background imageCherubs Collection: The ceiling of the Sala dell'Udienza, designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90)

The ceiling of the Sala dell'Udienza, designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90) da Maiano
BEN85160 The ceiling of the Sala dell'Udienza, designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90) da Maiano, after 1470 (photo); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence

Background imageCherubs Collection: Roman Art: Auras sleeping on the arms of Hercules (Heracles). Sculpture on marble

Roman Art: Auras sleeping on the arms of Hercules (Heracles). Sculpture on marble. 1st century (marble)
AIS5364457 Roman Art: Auras sleeping on the arms of Hercules (Heracles). Sculpture on marble. 1st century (marble); (add.info.: Madrid, National Museum of Archaeology.); © Iberfoto

Background imageCherubs Collection: Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub

Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub, playing bugle
7242438 Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub, playing bugle; Collegiale Notre-Dame-de-la-Crypte, Cassel, Hauts-de-France

Background imageCherubs Collection: God the Father and the dove of Holy Spirit, c.1920 (stained glass)

God the Father and the dove of Holy Spirit, c.1920 (stained glass)
8714189 God the Father and the dove of Holy Spirit, c.1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Nativity, Adoration of the Sheperds and Annunciation, 1485

Nativity, Adoration of the Sheperds and Annunciation, 1485
8683302 Nativity, Adoration of the Sheperds and Annunciation, 1485 by Della Robbia, Andrea (1435-1525/28) (workshop of); Museo Civico, Sansepolcro, Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: "Nativity)

Background imageCherubs Collection: St. John the Evangelist, 1651-52 (fresco)

St. John the Evangelist, 1651-52 (fresco)
8683526 St. John the Evangelist, 1651-52 (fresco) by Preti, Mattia (Il Calabrese) (1613-99); Chiesa di San Biagio nel Carmine, Modena, Italy; (add.info.: "St)

Background imageCherubs Collection: The Apparition of the Virgin to Saint Ildephonsus, c.1655 (oil on canvas)

The Apparition of the Virgin to Saint Ildephonsus, c.1655 (oil on canvas)
8682941 The Apparition of the Virgin to Saint Ildephonsus, c.1655 (oil on canvas) by Murillo, Bartolome Esteban (1618-82); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: By Bartolome Esteban Murillo)

Background imageCherubs Collection: illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666124 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Cupid presenting the colours before the King

Cupid presenting the colours before the King
5893189 Cupid presenting the colours before the King.; (add.info.: Cupid presenting the colours before the King. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by William Nelson Gardiner after an illustration by)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Cupid relinquishes his bow and arrows and deposits them with

Cupid relinquishes his bow and arrows and deposits them with
5893183 Cupid relinquishes his bow and arrows and deposits them with the; (add.info.: Cupid relinquishes his bow and arrows and deposits them with the British standard)

Background imageCherubs Collection: F : fleurs de lilas - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)

F : fleurs de lilas - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)
DUV4224738 F : fleurs de lilas - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard); 14x9 cm; (add.info.: Chromolithographs from original watercolours)

Background imageCherubs Collection: G : fleurs de giroflee -Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)

G : fleurs de giroflee -Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)
DUV4224735 G : fleurs de giroflee -Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard); 14x9 cm; (add.info.: Chromolithographs from original watercolours)

Background imageCherubs Collection: H : fleurs de pommier - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)

H : fleurs de pommier - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)
DUV4224729 H : fleurs de pommier - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard); 14x9 cm; (add.info.: Chromolithographs from original watercolours)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Assumption of the Virgin Mary. 19th century (woodcut)

Assumption of the Virgin Mary. 19th century (woodcut)
535040 Assumption of the Virgin Mary. 19th century (woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageCherubs Collection: Coronation of the Virgin Mary. 19th century (french woodcut)

Coronation of the Virgin Mary. 19th century (french woodcut)
535034 Coronation of the Virgin Mary. 19th century (french woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageCherubs Collection: Advertisement for Frogmore Jubilee, 1809 (engraving)

Advertisement for Frogmore Jubilee, 1809 (engraving)
8677698 Advertisement for Frogmore Jubilee, 1809 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Frogmore Jubilee, Windsor, Berkshire)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Wednesday, the best day of all (chromolitho)

Wednesday, the best day of all (chromolitho)
8677311 Wednesday, the best day of all (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wednesday, the best day of all)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Barbed wire crinoline (litho)

Barbed wire crinoline (litho)
8664232 Barbed wire crinoline (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbed wire crinoline, 1916)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Faux gilded relief, with Bacchus astride a barrel, surrounded by some dancing cherubs

Faux gilded relief, with Bacchus astride a barrel, surrounded by some dancing cherubs, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting)
8683560 Faux gilded relief, with Bacchus astride a barrel, surrounded by some dancing cherubs, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680); Palazzo Ducale Estense, Sassuolo

Background imageCherubs Collection: Bacchus transforms the Bacchantes into trees, guilty of having cut Orpheus corpse into pieces

Bacchus transforms the Bacchantes into trees, guilty of having cut Orpheus corpse into pieces
8683542 Bacchus transforms the Bacchantes into trees, guilty of having cut Orpheus corpse into pieces, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680); Palazzo Ducale Estense

Background imageCherubs Collection: Meeting of Mark Antony and Cleopatra (fresco)

Meeting of Mark Antony and Cleopatra (fresco)
8683532 Meeting of Mark Antony and Cleopatra (fresco) by Boulanger, Jean (1606-c.1680) & Cialdieri, Girolamo (1641-44)); Palazzo Ducale Estense, Sassuolo, Emilia Romagna, Italy; (add.info.: Sassuolo)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Concerts of Angels, detail, 1651-52 (fresco)

Concerts of Angels, detail, 1651-52 (fresco)
8683518 Concerts of Angels, detail, 1651-52 (fresco) by Preti, Mattia (Il Calabrese) (1613-99); Chiesa di San Biagio nel Carmine, Modena, Italy; (add.info.: "Concerts of Angels")

Background imageCherubs Collection: Concerts of Angels, 1651-52 (fresco)

Concerts of Angels, 1651-52 (fresco)
8683511 Concerts of Angels, 1651-52 (fresco) by Preti, Mattia (Il Calabrese) (1613-99); Chiesa di San Biagio nel Carmine, Modena, Italy; (add.info.: "Concerts of Angels")

Background imageCherubs Collection: Cupid takes the oath of allegiance

Cupid takes the oath of allegiance
5893186 Cupid takes the oath of allegiance.; (add.info.: Cupid takes the oath of allegiance. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by William Nelson Gardiner after an illustration by Princess Elizabeth)

Background imageCherubs Collection: On the manufacture of guns for the Republic of Venice by Carlo Camozzi di Bergamo (fl.1712)

On the manufacture of guns for the Republic of Venice by Carlo Camozzi di Bergamo (fl.1712), in Italian and Latin
8859410 On the manufacture of guns for the Republic of Venice by Carlo Camozzi di Bergamo (fl.1712), in Italian and Latin, illustrated manuscript on paper, Venice

Background imageCherubs Collection: Musician Angels. Two children (Putto - Putti): one plays the bagpipes

Musician Angels. Two children (Putto - Putti): one plays the bagpipes and the other plays the twisted trumpet
BEN5463659 Musician Angels. Two children (Putto - Putti): one plays the bagpipes and the other plays the twisted trumpet. Bas relief (Bas-relief) made by Agostino di Duccio, around 1450

Background imageCherubs Collection: Two Putti Supporting an Architrave

Two Putti Supporting an Architrave
3118897 Two Putti Supporting an Architrave; (add.info.: Two Putti Supporting an Architrave by John Michael Rysbrack. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageCherubs Collection: A : fleurs de cyclamens - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)

A : fleurs de cyclamens - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)
DUV4224757 A : fleurs de cyclamens - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard); 14x9 cm; (add.info.: Chromolithographs from original watercolours)

Background imageCherubs Collection: C : fleurs de chrysanthemes - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)

C : fleurs de chrysanthemes - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)
DUV4224750 C : fleurs de chrysanthemes - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard); 14x9 cm; (add.info.: Chromolithographs from original watercolours)

Background imageCherubs Collection: B : fleurs de myosotis - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)

B : fleurs de myosotis - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard)
DUV4224758 B : fleurs de myosotis - Flowers alphabet G. B. editeur, Paris, 1904 (postcard); 14x9 cm; (add.info.: Chromolithographs from original watercolours)

Background imageCherubs Collection: illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666114 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Trade card for L Wetten & Son, confectioners, London (engraving)

Trade card for L Wetten & Son, confectioners, London (engraving)
8677617 Trade card for L Wetten & Son, confectioners, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card for L Wetten & Son, confectioners)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Trade card for Ahlborn's silks and velvets, London (chromolitho)

Trade card for Ahlborn's silks and velvets, London (chromolitho)
8677583 Trade card for Ahlborn's silks and velvets, London (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card for Ahlborn's silks and velvets)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Two putti, one playing the cornamuse, the other playing the trumpet

Two putti, one playing the cornamuse, the other playing the trumpet, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of
BEN85131 Two putti, one playing the cornamuse, the other playing the trumpet, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Two putti, one playing the tabor, the other playing the nakers

Two putti, one playing the tabor, the other playing the nakers, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of
BEN85129 Two putti, one playing the tabor, the other playing the nakers, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Two putti with metal percussion beaters, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta

Two putti with metal percussion beaters, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti
BEN85128 Two putti with metal percussion beaters, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81), c.1450 (marble); Tempio Malatestiano, Rimini

Background imageCherubs Collection: Two putti playing lutes, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti

Two putti playing lutes, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti
BEN85126 Two putti playing lutes, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81), c.1450 (marble); Tempio Malatestiano, Rimini

Background imageCherubs Collection: Two Putti, 1490-1510 (tempera or oil on panel)

Two Putti, 1490-1510 (tempera or oil on panel)
5859745 Two Putti, 1490-1510 (tempera or oil on panel) by Matteo di Giovanni (c.1430-1495); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Matteo di Giovanni)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Catfish, Cattle, Cedar, Cellar, Chain-pump, Chain-shot, Chamois, Cherry, Cherub, Chestnut, Chicken

Catfish, Cattle, Cedar, Cellar, Chain-pump, Chain-shot, Chamois, Cherry, Cherub, Chestnut, Chicken
8650039 Catfish, Cattle, Cedar, Cellar, Chain-pump, Chain-shot, Chamois, Cherry, Cherub, Chestnut, Chicken, Children (engraving) by German School

Background imageCherubs Collection: Portrait of the Cardinal Richelieu, 17th century (engraving)

Portrait of the Cardinal Richelieu, 17th century (engraving)
6266313 Portrait of the Cardinal Richelieu, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Cardinal Richelieu. Cardinal Armand Jean du Plessis, 1st Duke of Richelieu and Fronsac, aka The Red Eminence)

Background imageCherubs Collection: Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub

Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub, playing bugle
7242440 Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub, playing bugle; Collegiale Notre-Dame-de-la-Crypte, Cassel, Hauts-de-France

Background imageCherubs Collection: Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub

Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub, playing bugle
7242439 Interior, tribune organ, organ and sideboard were transformed in 1821, detail: wooden cherub, playing bugle; Collegiale Notre-Dame-de-la-Crypte, Cassel, Hauts-de-France

Background imageCherubs Collection: Tapestry. Enghien. Blinds playing (Le Colin-Maillard, het blindemansspelletje). 348 x 465 cm

Tapestry. Enghien. Blinds playing (Le Colin-Maillard, het blindemansspelletje). 348 x 465 cm
7209780 Tapestry. Enghien. Blinds playing (Le Colin-Maillard, het blindemansspelletje). 348 x 465 cm.; 348x465 cm; (add.info.: Maison Jonathas, 7 rue Montgomer, Enghien, Hainaut)




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"Captivating Cherubs: A Heavenly Presence in Art and Culture" Cherubs, those enchanting celestial beings with their innocent smiles and delicate wings, have long captured the imagination of artists throughout history. From classical paintings to intricate engravings, these cherubic figures have adorned numerous masterpieces, adding a touch of ethereal beauty. In Alexandre Cabanel's renowned painting "The Birth of Venus, " cherubs surround the goddess as she emerges from the sea, symbolizing love and fertility. Their angelic presence enhances the divine atmosphere of this iconic artwork. Jodocus Hondius' engravings also feature cherubs prominently. In his depictions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, these heavenly creatures grace the landscapes with their graceful forms. Their inclusion adds a sense of purity to these picturesque regions. Raphael's masterpiece "The Sistine Madonna" showcases two cherubim at the bottom corners of the painting. With their chubby cheeks and adoring gazes towards Mary and baby Jesus, they epitomize innocence and devotion. Another engraving by Jodocus Hondius portrays Rutlandshire alongside Stanford and Oukham. Here again, we find charming cherubs fluttering above idyllic countryside scenes - a testament to their enduring appeal across different artistic mediums. Beyond visual arts, they have also made appearances in cultural events like Cardinal de La Rochefoucauld's concert at Rome's Argentina Theatre. These winged darlings added an element of whimsy to musical performances that delighted audiences for centuries. From Italian wedding cards to St Luke's depiction of Virgin Mary on canvas, cherubs continue to captivate hearts with their tender expressions and gentle demeanor, and are often associated with important religious events such as Archangel Gabriel announcing good news or witnessing The Ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven. Even in Jean-Baptiste Marie Pierre's "Cupids Target, " part of Les Amours des Dieux, cherubs take center stage.