Generous Collection (#2)

ITALIAN LEGIONARIES
Italian legionaries leave Spain for home with a nation's blessing for their generous courage in fighting the Nationalist cause in the civil war Date: 1938

L'Aumone d'un Mendiant (oil on canvas)
476730 L'Aumone d'un Mendiant (oil on canvas) by Courbet, Gustave (1819-77); 210.9x175.3 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow, Scotland; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Beggars receiving alms at the door of a house, 1648 (Etching)
7393380 Beggars receiving alms at the door of a house, 1648 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 17 x 13, 5 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Wheat offered by the Hospital Santa Maria della Scala (painting on wood)
885926 Wheat offered by the Hospital Santa Maria della Scala (painting on wood) by Vecchietta, Lorenzo di Pietro (c.1412-80); Archivio di Stato, Siena

Money Offered by the hospital Santa Maria della Scala (painting on wood)
885922 Money Offered by the hospital Santa Maria della Scala (painting on wood) by Vecchietta, Lorenzo di Pietro (c.1412-80); Archivio di Stato, Siena

Charity (painting on wood)
885767 Charity (painting on wood) by Pacchiarotti, Giacomo (1474-1539/40); Pinacoteca Nazionale, Siena, Tuscany, Italy

Charity, 1469, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146307 Charity, 1469, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Charity, 1469, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Saint Martin and the beggar, 17th century (painting)
7352767 Saint Martin and the beggar, 17th century (painting) by Carlone, Giovanni Battista (1592-1677); Chiesa di San Martino di Paravanico, Ceranesi, Liguria, Italy; (add.info.: Artiste: Carlone)

Madonna and Child enthroned with st Martin and st Rosalia, 1500 circa, (oil on wood)
7146785 Madonna and Child enthroned with st Martin and st Rosalia, 1500 circa, (oil on wood) by Garofalo, Benvenuto Tisi da (1481-1559); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Christian charity, c. 1610 (oil on canvas)
7352759 Christian charity, c.1610 (oil on canvas) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 122x94 cm; Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa, Liguria

Mercy of Alexander, 17th century (oil on canvas)
7352702 Mercy of Alexander, 17th century (oil on canvas) by Piola, Domenico the Elder (1627-1703); 158x220 cm; Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa, Liguria

Cycle of the Seven Works of Corporal Mercy: Visiting the Sick, (The Visit to the Sick in Pammatone)
7352701 Cycle of the Seven Works of Corporal Mercy: Visiting the Sick, (The Visit to the Sick in Pammatone), 1640-47 (oil on canvas) by Wael

Alms from St. Thomas of Villanova, 17th century (painting)
7352765 Alms from St. Thomas of Villanova, 17th century (painting) by Fiasella, Domenico Il Sarzana (1589-1669) ; Santa Maria della Consolazione, Genoa

Hospitality to Strangers, 1920 (fresco transfered to polyester)
LAF470893 Hospitality to Strangers, 1920 (fresco transfered to polyester) by Woestyne, Gustave van de (1881-1947); 66.5x74x3.2 cm; Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Ghent, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

The Parable of the Great Supper, c. 1884 (Oil on canvas)
7212779 The Parable of the Great Supper, c.1884 (Oil on canvas) by Rich, William George (1857-after 1901); The Ms Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Rich)

The Parable of the Lost Sheep, c. 1884 (Oil on canvas)
7212778 The Parable of the Lost Sheep, c.1884 (Oil on canvas) by Rich, William George (1857-after 1901); The Ms Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Rich)

The Parable of the Prodigal Son, c. 1884 (Oil on canvas)
7212777 The Parable of the Prodigal Son, c.1884 (Oil on canvas) by Rich, William George (1857-after 1901); The Ms Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Rich)

Leopold Hugo giving a drink to an enemy seeking to kill him, 1896 (illustration)
7304527 Leopold Hugo giving a drink to an enemy seeking to kill him, 1896 (illustration) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Law proclaiming the purchase by France of the rights to the photographic inventions of Daguerre & Niepce
ARH257973 Law proclaiming the purchase by France of the rights to the photographic inventions of Daguerre & Niepce, 7th August 1839 (pen & ink on paper) by French School

Robert II of France, aka The Pious, giving alms to a poor man
7269248 Robert II of France, aka The Pious, giving alms to a poor man.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert II of France, aka The Pious, giving alms to a poor man. Robert II, c)

Tobit Burying the Dead in Defiance of the Orders of Sennacherib, (oil on canvas)
990059 Tobit Burying the Dead in Defiance of the Orders of Sennacherib, (oil on canvas) by Castiglione, Giovanni Francesco (1641-1716); 65x80.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Anne Morgan, 1915 (b / w photo)
498779 Anne Morgan, 1915 (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne Morgan (1873-1952) American philanthropist, suffragist

The Princess Sits in Judgement, illustration from The Childrens Tennyson: Stories in Prose
IL244701 The Princess Sits in Judgement, illustration from The Childrens Tennyson: Stories in Prose and Verse from Alfred Lord Tennyson by May Byron, 1910 (colour litho) by Price

Caricature of Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919) illustration from Millionaires of America, 1902 (colour litho)
CHT231110 Caricature of Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919) illustration from Millionaires of America, 1902 (colour litho) by Fornaro, Carlo de (1872-1949); Private Collection; © Archives Charmet

In a town captured and pillaged by soldiers, the Chevalier de Bayard gives two young ladies the money their mother had
3622102 In a town captured and pillaged by soldiers, the Chevalier de Bayard gives two young ladies the money their mother had given him (colour litho) by Beuzon

Generosity distributing gifts, 1734 (fresco)
5949107 Generosity distributing gifts, 1734 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Loschi Motterle, Vicenza, Veneto

Generous Statue At Epsom Epsom 17 June 1995 Date: 17 June 1995

Breakfast in bed (colour litho)
7150935 Breakfast in bed (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Old Testament stories: the Egyptians giving presents to the Israelites (chromolitho)
7157121 Old Testament stories: the Egyptians giving presents to the Israelites (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Testament stories)

On est volontiers genereux du bien d autrui (engraving)
7191099 On est volontiers genereux du bien d autrui (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On est volontiers genereux du bien d autrui)

Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (engraving)
7172453 Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20)

King Alfred the Great sharing his last loaf of bread with a poor pilgrim during the privations caused by the Danes
7147392 King Alfred the Great sharing his last loaf of bread with a poor pilgrim during the privations caused by the Danes, Athelney, Somerset, 878 (engraving) by American School

Melchizedek, King of Salem, bringing bread and wine to Abraham (engraving)
7172283 Melchizedek, King of Salem, bringing bread and wine to Abraham (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Melchizedek, King of Salem)

Man taking a recently orphaned girl into his care (engraving)
7185829 Man taking a recently orphaned girl into his care (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man taking a recently orphaned girl into his care)

A welcome visit (chromolitho)
7201757 A welcome visit (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A welcome visit. Illustration from The Infants Magazine (S W Partridge and Co, London)

Z: Zoe makes dresses for poor children
6523576 Z: Zoe makes dresses for poor children. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: in " Moral Alphabet in Action. In Paris at all novelty merchants)

B: Charity, she brings relief to a poor woman
6523553 B: Charity, she brings relief to a poor woman. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: in " Moral Alphabet in Action. In Paris at all novelty merchants)

X: Xavier gives hospitality to an old peasant in his fathers castle
6523575 X: Xavier gives hospitality to an old peasant in his fathers castle. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: in " Moral Alphabet in Action)

Saint Martin and the Beggar, 1597 / 1600. Creator: El Greco
Saint Martin and the Beggar, 1597/1600

Old Schoolfellows, from "Illustrated London News", July 7, 1855
Old Schoolfellows, from " Illustrated London News", July 7, 1855

Saint Martin, on horseback, giving his cloak to a beggar... 1760-1800
Saint Martin, on horseback, giving his cloak to a beggar, angels overhead, 1760-1800

Lead, Kindly Light, amid the Encircling Gloom, lead thou me on
659901 Lead, Kindly Light, amid the Encircling Gloom, lead thou me on!...and with the Morn those Angel Faces Smile, which I Have Loved Long Since, and Lost Awhile, 1894 (oil on board) by Paton

Charity (oil on canvas)
476563 Charity (oil on canvas) by Kaulbach, Wilhelm von (1805-74); 77.5X62.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Portrait of William Perry, Aged 21, Standing, Full Length
652174 Portrait of William Perry, Aged 21, Standing, Full Length, in a Gold Embroidered Brown Coat, by a Balustrade, with the Colosseum Beyond, (oil on canvas) by David

The Benefactor (engraving)
3646519 The Benefactor (engraving) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Benefactor)

The Princess Charity (colour litho)
3621903 The Princess Charity (colour litho) by Emmerson, Henry Hetherington (1831-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Princess Charity)

A girl giving a little peasant boy her bunch of flowers (colour litho)
3622148 A girl giving a little peasant boy her bunch of flowers (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Louise of Prussia at the Christmas market in Berlin (colour litho)
3621029 Queen Louise of Prussia at the Christmas market in Berlin (colour litho) by Knotel, Richard (1857-1914); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Generosity: A Timeless Virtue Embodied in Art and History" In the realm of generosity, few names shine as brightly as John Passmore Edwards. Known for his philanthropic endeavors, he left an indelible mark on society, forever etched in our hearts. Vanity Fair and Spy captured the essence of generosity through their illustrations. Cecil Aldin's masterpiece "Jack and Jill" depicted a heartwarming scene where kindness knows no bounds. Meanwhile, Kenny Meadows' portrayal of Timon of Athens showering coins and jewels symbolized excessive generosity that captivated audiences back in 1840. Even tragic events like the RMS Titanic had stories of benevolence within them. Mrs Herman's compensation claim showcased how acts of giving can transcend even the darkest moments. The Italian Legionaries exemplified selflessness through their noble actions. Their dedication to serving others resonated deeply with those they helped along their path. Art has long been a medium to depict charity and compassion towards those less fortunate. From L'Aumone d'un Mendiant by an unknown artist to Beggars receiving alms at the door of a house etching from 1648, these works remind us that lending a helping hand is timeless. The Hospital Santa Maria della Scala demonstrated its commitment to aiding others through both wheat offered and money given paintings on wood. These visual representations serve as reminders that institutions too can embody the spirit of generosity. Charity itself became immortalized in various forms throughout history - from tempera grassa on wood painting dating back to 1469 to Saint Martin and the beggar's poignant depiction from the 17th century. Each artwork tells tales of compassion transcending time. Generosity is not merely an act; it is a virtue that defines humanity at its best. Through artistry, historical accounts, and personal anecdotes alike, we are reminded that there will always be individuals willing to extend their hands towards those in need.