Contemplative Collection (#14)

Actress Harareet between takes during the making of the film Ben Hur in Rome October 1958

Actress Harareet between takes during the making of the film Ben Hur in Rome October 1958

Beethoven, 1906. Artist: Franz Hanfstaengl
Beethoven, 1906. A portrait of German composer Ludwig von Beethoven (1770-1827) sitting in a wood. A print from The Girls own Paper, 18 August 1906

Queen Nenzima of the Mangbetu, Belgian Congo (Congo Republic), 1922. Artist: H Lang
Queen Nenzima of the Mangbetu, Belgian Congo (Congo Republic), 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

Leda and the Swan, 1550-1560. Artist: Jacopo Tintoretto
Leda and the Swan, 1550-1560. In Greek Mythology, Leda, the wife of Tyndareus, King of Sparta, was seduced by Zeus, who disguised himself as a swan. From the Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy

Divine Comedy. Paradise. XXI Canto. Dante ascends with Beatr
Divine Comedy. Epic poem written by Dante Alighieri between 1308 and his death in 1321. Paradise. XXI Canto. Dante ascends with Beatrice to the seventh heaven

Bare-chested young man, portrait

Beauty portrait of a young man with moving hair

Fashion shot of a man in a suit and jacket, sitting on a stool

Beauty portrait of a young man washing his hair

Man wearing a smoking, portrait

Young shirtless skater in front of a concrete wall, sitting on his skateboard

Man in underwear lying on the floor in front of a leather sofa

Man, Greek, torso, naked, hands on his head

Defensive woman
MODEL RELEASED. Defensive woman. Naked woman on her the balls of her feet in a crouching defensive position, with her arms wrapped around her knees

Woman looking out onto Zen garden, Kyoto, Japan

Dreaming on the windowsill
BAL34353 Dreaming on the windowsill by Siegert, August Friedrich (1820-83); Josef Mensing Gallery, Hamm-Rhynern, Germany; German, out of copyright

As the late afternoon sun bathes a lone Balanites tree and the red oat grass of the Mara plains in golden light, distant storm clouds and a double rainbow fill the sky

Marie Curie, Polish-born French physicist, c1920. Curie (1867-1934), double Nobel Prize winner, seated in her laboratory. (Colorised black and white print)

Looking down upon the stream, he stood awhile deep in thought, c1912 (1912). Julius Caesar sailed to Epirus with seven legions of his army

The Lake, c1834. Artist: William Etty
The Lake, c1834. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXIX. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1932]

Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. Artist: G Cooke
Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. English philosopher, scientist and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626)

Studies of water eddies, c1513 (1954). Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Studies of water eddies, c1513 (1954). Found in the collection of the Royal Library, Windsor Castle, Windsor. A print from Leonardo da Vinci by Ludwig H Heydenreich. (London, 1954)

The Blue Veil, 1904. Artist: George Henry
The Blue Veil, 1904. A print from The Girls Own Annual, 3 December 1904

John Hunter, 18th century Scottish surgeon, (19th century). Artist: GH Adcock
John Hunter, 18th century Scottish surgeon, (19th century). Hunter (1728-1793) delivered a unique series of lectures on the theory and practice of surgery, which attracted many famous students

John Keats, English poet, 19th century. Portrait of Keats (1795-1821), one of the pricipal members of the English Romantic movement

Christina Georgina Rossetti, English poet, (1912). Artist: WA Mansell
Christina Georgina Rossetti, English poet, (1912). Christina Rossetti (1830-1894) was the sister of artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti. Supplement to The Bookman, 1912

John the Baptist in the Wilderness, 1490-1495. Artist: Geertgen tot Sint Jans
John the Baptist in the Wilderness, 1490-1495. From the Staatliche Museen, Berlin, Germany

St Jerome, 1521. Artist: Albrecht Durer
St Jerome, 1521. From the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, Lisbon, Portugal

The Elegant, 19th century. From a private collection

The Actor, Bando Mitsugoro, 1844. Artist: Utagawa Kunisada
The Actor, Bando Mitsugoro, 1844. From a private collection

Samuel Franklin Cody, 1912. American-born Cody invented the manlifting kite as a means for military observation. On 16 October 1908 he made the first powered flight in Britain in his British Army

Leonid Andreyev, Russian author, early 20th century. Andreyev (1871-1919) was a playwright and short story writer who was the leader of the Expressionist movement in Russian literature

William George Armstrong (1810-1900), British industrialist, inventor and scientist, c1890. Armstrong established Elswick Engine Works at Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1847

Kronos, 17th century. Artist: Giacinto Brandi
Kronos, 17th century. Kronos (Chronos) was one of the Greek Titans, and father of Zeus. He was known as Saturn in Roman mythology

Samuel Johnson, English man of letters, 1756-1757. Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Samuel Johnson, English man of letters, 1756-1757. A critic, lexicographer, essayist, biographer and poet, Dr Johnson (1709-1784) was one of the oustanding personalities of 18th century Britain

Spain. Avila. Monument of Teresa of Avila (1515-1582) and Ga
Spain. Castile and Leon. Avila. Monument of Teresa of Avila (1515-1582) and Gate of the Fortress, 12th century

Spain. Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Church. Interior
Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Interior of the church. Choir. Engraving, 19th century. Drawing of G. Mosteyrin. Museum of City History. Barcelona. Spain

Spain. Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Drawing by G. Most
Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Exterior. Engraving, 19th century. Drawing of G. Mosteyrin. Museum of City History. Barcelona. Spain

Spain. Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Nuns orchard. Dra
Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Nuns orchard. Engraving, 19th century. Drawing of G. Mosteyrin. Museum of City History. Barcelona. Spain

Spain. Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Cloister. Drawing
Barcelona. Monastery of Pedralbes. Cloister. Engraving, 19th century. Drawing of G. Mosteyrin. Museum of City History. Barcelona. Spain

Teresa of Avila (1515-1582). Spanish mystic. El Camino de P
Teresa of Avila (1515-1582). Religious reformer of the Carmelite Order and Spanish mystic. El Camino de Perfeccion The Way of Perfection, written also before 1567, at the direction of her confessor

Saint Teresa of A?vila and Saint John of the Cross. They established the Discalced Carmelites. Colored engraving

Teresa of Avila (1515-1582). Religious reformer of the Carmelite Order. Engraving by Capuz. Colored

Leighton / Mayall Photo
FREDERICK, LORD LEIGHTON English artist relaxing in his studio, surrounded by a number of his paintings Date: 1830 - 1896

Leighton / Downey Photo
FREDERICK, LORD LEIGHTON English artist and President of the Royal Academy in later life Date: 1830 - 1896

Leighton / Vanity Fair
FREDERICK, LORD LEIGHTON English artist in aesthetic pose Date: 1830 - 1896

Female Type / Wistful 20C
CONTEMPLATIVE A troubled looking woman looks downwards in a mood of meditation Date: 20th century

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"Contemplative: A Glimpse into the Soul through Art" In this captivating Yardley advertisement from 1962, a woman's serene gaze transports us to a world of introspection and deep thought. Just like the subjects in these timeless artworks, she embodies the essence of contemplation. Briton Riviere's "Christ in the Wilderness" (1898) takes us on a spiritual journey as we witness Christ's solitude and reflection amidst nature's grandeur. The painting speaks volumes about finding solace in moments of quiet contemplation. "The Wanderer above the Sea of Fog" (1818) by Caspar David Friedrich portrays an enigmatic figure standing atop a misty landscape, inviting us to ponder life's mysteries and our place within it. It reminds us that sometimes, looking inward can lead to profound revelations. Christina Rossetti's poem from 1866 captures the essence of contemplation with its evocative verses that delve into themes of love, loss, and spirituality. Her words resonate deeply with those seeking meaning beyond what meets the eye. The Penitent Magdalen depicted in oil on canvas invites viewers to reflect upon redemption and forgiveness. As we observe her sorrowful expression, we are reminded that self-reflection is often accompanied by growth and transformation. A young man wearing an open plaid shirt stands pensively in his backyard—a simple yet powerful image capturing moments when one seeks clarity amidst everyday surroundings. His thoughtful demeanor hints at inner musings waiting to be explored. Through various portraits—of both men and women—we encounter faces filled with depth and emotion. Each brushstroke reveals layers waiting to be unraveled—the cool tones portraying introspection or sensuality reflecting an individual lost in their own thoughts. Whether it is contemplating faith or exploring personal identity, these artworks remind us that taking time for introspection is essential for personal growth.