Cherubs Collection (#5)

Nativity, mid-17th-early 18th century. Creator: Manner of Carlo Maratta  (1625-1713)   
Nativity, mid-17th-early 18th century

Drinking-Fountain by Mr. J. Durham. A.R.A. in the exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Drinking-Fountain by Mr. J. Durham. A.R.A. in the exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1876. The bronze double drinking-fountain, designed by Mr. Joseph Durham...was originally intended by Mr

The Judgement of Paris. Creator: Hans von Aachen
The Judgement of Paris, Unknown date

Justitia and Aequitas, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Justitia and Aequitas, early-mid 18th century

Landscape with the Rest on the Flight into Egypt. Creator: David Teniers I
Landscape with the Rest on the Flight into Egypt, Unknown date

Venus Bewailing the Death of Adonis, mid-17th century. Creator: Workshop of Thomas Willeboirts Bosschaert
Venus Bewailing the Death of Adonis, mid-17th century

Jupiter and Callisto, 1655. Creator: Caesar Boëtius van Everdingen
Jupiter and Callisto, 1655

Flowers in a Vase with a Putto, 17th century. Creator: Isabella Peeters
Flowers in a Vase with a Putto, 17th century

Légende de l'an 1850. Creator: Honore Daumier
Legende de l'an 1850. Legend of the year 1850. St. Montalembert, renoncant a ramener les Parisiens dans le chemin de la vertu, remonta

Christ on the cross, late 17th-early 18th century. Creator: Jean Ranc
Christ on the cross, late 17th-early 18th century

Jacob's Dream, 1557-1558. Creator: Giorgio Vasari
Jacob's Dream, 1557-1558. As recounted in the Old Testament book of Genesis, on his way to Haran, Jacob lay down in the wilderness to sleep, resting his head on a stone

St Catherine Imploring Pope Gregory XI to Return from Avignon to Rome, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Marco Benefial
St Catherine Imploring Pope Gregory XI to Return from Avignon to Rome, early-mid 18th century. Catherine is persuading the Pope to return to Rome to end the Avignon Papacy

Venus and the Rose, 1564. Creators: Gaspare Osello, Giorgio Ghisi
Venus and the Rose, 1564

Mercury Departing from Antwerp. Fragment of a larger painting, early 17th century. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Mercury Departing from Antwerp. Fragment of a larger painting, early 17th century

Scene from Antiquity, 1746. Creator: Johan Frederik Horling
Scene from Antiquity, 1746

Karl XII, 1682-1718, King of Sweden, late 17th-early 18th century. Creator: Workshop of David von Krafft
Karl XII, 1682-1718, King of Sweden, late 17th-early 18th century

Illustration of Various Subjects, 1779. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration of Various Subjects, 1779

Apollo and Phaëthon, c1731. Creator: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Apollo and Phaethon, c1731

Head of a Cherub, 17th century. Creator: Daniele Crespi
Head of a Cherub, 17th century

St Lawrence. Creator: Felice Ficherelli
St Lawrence, Unknown date

Self portrait with Allegories, 1691. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Self portrait with Allegories, 1691

Three Allegorical Figures Bearing the Portrait of Karl XI of Sweden, c17th century. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Three Allegorical Figures Bearing the Portrait of Karl XI of Sweden, c17th century

Venus and Adonis, 1603. Creator: Cornelis Cornelisz van Haarlem
Venus and Adonis, 1603

Worship of Venus, early 17th century. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Worship of Venus, early 17th century

Venus. Creator: Unknown
Venus, Unknown date

The Eucharist. Creator: Workshop of Francisco de Zurbarán
The Eucharist, Unknown date

Ulrik, 1684-1685, Prince of Sweden. Creator: Workshop of David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl
Ulrik, 1684-1685, Prince of Sweden, Unknown date

The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt, mid-late 17th century. Creator: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo
The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt, mid-late 17th century

The Judgement of Paris. Creator: Søren Kiær
The Judgement of Paris, Unknown date

The Holy Family. Creator: Jan van den Hoecke
The Holy Family, Unknown date

The Martyred St. Catherine of Alexandria with Angels, 1625-1650. Creator: Unknown
The Martyred St. Catherine of Alexandria with Angels, 1625-1650

The Assumption of the Virgin, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Carlo Innocenzo Carlone
The Assumption of the Virgin, early-mid 18th century

Copy of Titian's "Allegory of Alfonso d'Avalos, Marchese del Vasto", c1833

Mars and Venus (image 2 of 2), 16th century. Creator: Enea Vico
Mars and Venus (image 2 of 2), 16th century

The Departure of Elisabeth of France for Spain, after 1858. Creator: Eugene Isabey
The Departure of Elisabeth of France for Spain, after 1858. During his youth, this early Romantic artist joined Eugene Delacroix and Richard Parkes Bonington (1802-28)

Portrait of Allaert van Everdingen, 1704-1758. Creator: Sybrand Feitama
Portrait of Allaert van Everdingen, 1704-1758

The Alchemy, 1606. Creator: Paulus de Kempenaer
The Alchemy, 1606

Venus and Vulcan at the Forge, mid-1550s. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
Venus and Vulcan at the Forge, mid-1550s

Apollo, Pan and a Putto Blowing a Horn, 1560s. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
Apollo, Pan and a Putto Blowing a Horn, 1560s. Series: Set of Four Ceiling Designs for Galerie d'Ulysse of Fountainbleau

Allegory of Carnal Love, after 1535. Creator: Cristofano di Michele Martini
Allegory of Carnal Love, after 1535

The Holy Family with the Infant St John. Creator: Unknown
The Holy Family with the Infant St John, Unknown date

Sculpture. Creator: Unknown
Sculpture, Unknown date

The Adoration of the Magi. Creator: Unknown
The Adoration of the Magi, Unknown date

The Judgement of Paris, 1728. Creator: Noël-Nicolas Coypel
The Judgement of Paris, 1728

St Rosa of Lima. Creator: Anon
St Rosa of Lima, Unknown date. In 1617 a thirty-one-year-old woman, born as Isabel Flores y de Oliva, died in her hometown Lima in Peru

Putto in front of a Hedge of Roses. Creator: Unknown
Putto in front of a Hedge of Roses, Unknown date. Manner of Francesco Pesellino

Venus and Cupid, early 16th century. Creator: Lucas Cranach the Elder
Venus and Cupid, early 16th century

The Marriage of Charles X Gustavus, 1654, (mid-late 17th century). Creator: Jurgen Ovens
The Marriage of Charles X Gustavus, 1654, (mid-late 17th century). Alternative title: Consummation ceremony after the wedding of King Carl Gustav and Queen Hedwig Eleanor in 1654

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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.