Genie Collection (#3)

Babylonian lion-headed terracotta monster, probably representing one of the seven evil genii, 699BC. From the British Museums collection

Roman wallpainting showing Mount Vesuvius and Bacchus (Dionysus) or the Genius Loci, Pompeii, Italy
Roman wallpainting, Pompeii, Italy; showing Mount Vesuvius and the figure of Bacchus (Dionysus) god of wine wearing clusters of grapes or of the Genius Loci. The snake is a protective cthonic deity

Statuette of the genie La Balafre, Bactrian, end of 3rd to the start of 2nd millenium BC
Statuette of the genie La Balafre (the scarred one), Bactrian, end of 3rd to the start of 2nd millenium BC. The genies body is covered with snake scales. The scar symbolises a destructive ritual

Statue of a Hindu evil genie, 1828. Illustration from L Inde Francaise. (Paris, 1828)

Bronze Spirit of the Nile statuette with offering, Late Period, c664BC-323BC. Louvre

La France Maritime - Engineering Officer. 19th century

Aladdin, Winter Gardens Theatre, Morecambe
Aladdin at the Winter Gardens Theatre, Morecambe. 2 January 1939. The centre pages contain photos of the leading performers, including Violet Barrie as Aladdin (The Ideal Boy)

Crazy theatrical costume from the early 20th century, part Eastern, part mythical, part Cumberland sausage...!! Date: circa 1910s

Aladdin, touring to Theatre Royal, Bournemouth, 26 January 19?? Written and Invented by F Leslie Moreton. The three female figures in the vision are labelled Wealth, Fame and Power. circa 1910s

Aladdin, Touring Production, The Hall, Goudhurst, Kent, 29 January and 3 February 1913 (two nights only). Aladdin is lighting the lamp with the Genies cigarette

Alfs Button, a play by W A Darlington, a version of the Aladdin story. First produced Portsmouth, 25 August 1924, then Golders Green, London, 22 September 1924, then the Princes Theatre

Aladdin, Royal Opera House, Leicester, 26 December 1903. 1903

Aladdin, Opera House and Empire Theatre, York, 10 January 1910. Venues which did not produce their own pantomimes, but hosted touring companies

Algeria - Timgad - Temple of the Genius of the Colony
Temple of the Genius of the Colony at Timgad, Algeria - a Roman colonial town in the Aures Mountains of Algeria, founded by the Emperor Trajan around AD 100. Date: circa 1910s

Bas relief Assyrian Genie. 9th century BC. Archeological Mus
Chaldean Assyrian relief sculpture slab from the northwest palace of King Ashurnasirpal II of a Genie standing. 881-859 BC. from Nimrud. Istanbul Archaeological Museum. Turkey

Front of a columnar sarcophagus. Early Christian. 300-325 AD
Front of a columnar sarcophagus depicting a shepherd carrying a ram on his shoulders, flanked by two seasonal genii. Origin unknown. 300-325 AD. Vatican Museums. Vatican City

Victorian Scrap - Aladdin rubs the ring and the geni appears. late 19th century

The Green Lamp by R Raleigh Kiny
Promotional postcard of The Green Lamp by R. Raleigh Kiny. First produced at the Theatre Royal, Plymouth, 27th June and the Artillery Theatre, Woolwich, on 8th August 1927

Place de la Bastille with the July Column, Paris
Place de la Bastille with the July Column. Date: Circa 1880s

Fisherman Afrite Genie 1868 Wood engraving image
Artokoloro

Celesta, spirit creature of the universe, spreads stars throughout the cosmos

A ghostly female spirit spreads stars and planets throughout the universe
A ghostly female spirit dressed in turquoise stars spreads stars and planets throughout the universe

Goddess of the stars holding planet Earth in her hand
Goddess of the stars stands near a large heart-shaped nebula while holding planet Earth in her hand

Adora, Goddess of the Heavens, spreads stars, planets and moons throughout the universe

Vesta spreads bright stars among the constellations of the universe

A study for the second version of The Morning, 1809 (oil on canvas) (see
XKH152601 A study for the second version of The Morning, 1809 (oil on canvas) (see also 144715 for framed version) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 152x113 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Arions Sea Journey, 1809 (w / c on paper)
XKH144702 Arions Sea Journey, 1809 (w/c on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 50.6x118.4 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; (add.info.: Greek poet of the 7th century BC)

The Evening, 1803 (ink on paper)
XKH141688 The Evening, 1803 (ink on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 95.2x64 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; (add.info)

The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper) (see also 141681)
XKH141687 The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper) (see also 141681) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 71.7x48.2 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Night, 1803 (ink on paper)
XKH141686 Night, 1803 (ink on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 95.2x64 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; (add.info)

Study for the lower half of The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper)
XKH141685 Study for the lower half of The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 81.3x111.5 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper)
XKH141682 The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 84x63.3 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; (add.info)

The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper) (see also 141687)
XKH141681 The Morning, 1803 (ink on paper) (see also 141687) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 73x50.8 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

ARABIAN NIGHTS: FISHERMAN. The genie comes out of the jar. Drawing, 1898, by Henry J. Ford for the Story of the Fisherman from Arabian Nights

Departure of Genius by E Kosa - Death of Jaroslav Vrchlicky
The Departure of Genius by E Kosa - A painting mouring the passing of Jaroslav Vrchlicky (1853-1912) - one of the greatest Czech lyrical poets. Date: circa 1912

Playbill postcard for Alfs Button
The most popular manifestation of Orientalism after WWI seems to have been Alfs Button. W.A Darlingtons novel appeared in1920, was filmed (silent movie) the same year

French Sheperdesses and their Sheep
A Market Vignette - French Sheperdesses and their Sheep Date: circa 1906

Statue of a Hindu evil genie. Coloured lithograph from L Inde francaise, 1828

Winged Genie. Protective Genie
Winged Genie. Protective genie. Assyrian art. Relief on rock. Proc: IRAQ. Khorsabad. Palace of Sargon II

Boy with Genie (?)

Genie

For Miracle brand oranges from California
CRATE LABEL, 1928. For Miracle brand oranges from California

ARABIAN NIGHTS, 1903. The Fisherman and the Afrite. Wood engraving from an American edition of 1903

MYTHOLOGY: PEGASUS. Pegasus and the Genie of Art. Line drawing after an antique French engraving

Aladdin by Lilian Govey. The Genie appears from the bottle. A fairy tale from One Thousand and One Nights Date: 1912

From Aladdin by Katharine Cameron. Cameron was a Glasgow born illustrator and an associate of Jessie M King and the Mackintoshes. 1904

Aladdin Summons Genie
After rubbing the lamp, Aladdin comes face-to-face with a huge genie of a frightful appearance

Afrite Turns into a Dog
An Afrite, or evil genie, turns into a dog and rushes at the kings daughter

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"Unleashing the Magic: Exploring the Enigmatic Genie" Step into a world of enchantment and wonder as we delve into the captivating realm of genies. Inspired by Arabian Nights and Aladdin, these mythical beings have captured our imagination for centuries. From the vibrant pantomime designs of Aladdin to the mesmerizing tale of the Fisherman and Djinn, genies have woven their way into folklore and literature. The poster for Aladdin at Grand Theatre, Halifax beckons us to embark on a magical journey filled with laughter and adventure. In "The New Aladdin" by James T Tanner and W H Risque, we witness a spectacular pantomime production that brings this timeless story to life. With dazzling costumes and breathtaking sets, it transports us to a world where wishes come true. Even Rudyard Kipling couldn't resist exploring genie magic in his famous work "How the Camel got his Hump". The Djinn's Great Magic sparks curiosity about their extraordinary powers. But genies aren't limited to tales alone; they've also found their place in musical comedy productions like "Out of the Bottle". These performances bring joyous melodies intertwined with mystical narratives that leave audiences spellbound. Beyond entertainment, genies have even made appearances in unexpected places. The Northrop F-89J Scorpion O-21911 aircraft earned its nickname "Scorpion Genie" due to its impressive capabilities during combat missions. It soared through skies like an otherworldly force unleashed upon adversaries. Intriguingly, history reveals Kaiser Wilhelm II depicted as Aladdin releasing not a benevolent genie but instead unleashing death itself through his actions during World War I. This haunting portrayal reminds us that power can be both transformative and destructive. Art has also immortalized these supernatural beings throughout time. A winged genie relief from Assyrian king Sargon II's palace showcases their ethereal beauty dating back to 722-705 BC.