Genii Collection

Winged Genii with Hobby Horse and Whip, c. 1520. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Winged Genii with Hobby Horse and Whip, c. 1520

Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520

Canton. The Temple of the Five Genii
Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in

General View in the Grounds of the Temple of the Five Genii
Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in

Temple of the Five Genii and Celebrated Nine Storied Pagoda
Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in

BOOK OF THE DEAD/30
Osiris and Isis within a shrine ; before them a lotus- flower on which stand the four children of Horus, genii of the dead

Roman household gods or Lares in a Lararium shrine, showing two young men, genii of Augustus
6340007 Roman household gods or Lares in a Lararium shrine, showing two young men, genii of Augustus, in tunics and coturn sandals with drinking horns

Wall painting from the necropolis at Tarquinia
6339893 Wall painting from the necropolis at Tarquinia by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Wall painting from the necropolis at Tarquinia)

Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum
6340011 Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum)

View of Saint Peters Basilica, Rome. Esterno di S. Pietro. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World

Marble statue of an Etruscan priest in ceremonial robes. He holds a patera or libation bowl in his right hand. Two Etruscan leaping priests or Salii carrying bronze shields or ancilia in a religious

Ancient Roman housing, barns and towers from Trajan s
Ancient Roman housing, barns and towers from Trajans Column. Granai e torri degli Alloggiamenti. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Compositional study for The Night, 1803 (pen and ink on paper)
XKH157633 Compositional study for The Night, 1803 (pen and ink on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 72.9x50.5 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Genii of the Athletic Games (engraving)
662750 Genii of the Athletic Games (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Genii of the Athletic Games)

Genii Conducting the Bride and Bridegroom, whose Heads are Veiled (engraving)
662925 Genii Conducting the Bride and Bridegroom, whose Heads are Veiled (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Genii Conducting the Bride and Bridegroom)

Preparing for the Pantomime (engraving)
1590157 Preparing for the Pantomime (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preparing for the Pantomime)

A study for the second version of The Morning
XKH144715 A study for the second version of The Morning, 1809 (oil on canvas) (see also 152601 for version without frame) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 152x113 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle

Aladdin Magician

Person Riding a Magic Carpet

Putti with Sea Monsters, plates from the Neue Grotessken Buch, 1610

Four Ovals with Genii, plates from the Neue Grotessken Buch, 1610

Adhim & Kaphira
Adhim and Kaphira comparing the rings by which they have been preserved from the enchantments of the sorcerer Falri. From Merglip the Persian in Tales of the Genii

Ver Sacrum Koloman Moser Lithographische Anstalt Albert Berger
Ver Sacrum, Koloman Moser, Lithographische Anstalt Albert Berger, Secession V. Art exhibition of the Vereinigung bildender Kunstler -sterreichs, lithography, total: height: 100, 20 cm; width: 69

Coat of Arms with a Mask, Held by Two Genii, 1527. Creator: Lucas van Leyden
Coat of Arms with a Mask, Held by Two Genii, 1527

Temple of The 500 Genii, Canton, China circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

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

Vignettes of cupids or genii.. Vignettes of cupids or genii. Above, a painting found in Resina in 1748 depicting the Genii of Apollo

Vignettes of cupids or genii playing at hunting and racing.. Vignettes of cupids or genii playing at hunting and racing. Above, a dynamic depiction of the Genius of the Hunt with spears

Vignettes of Cupids playing at trades or professions.. Vignettes of Cupids playing at trades or professions. Above, two Cupids or genii imitate Capulatores or grape pressers while another stirs grape

Cupids or genii playing games.. Cupids or genii playing games. Above, a cupid holding the mask of Mormolyce, a Greek phantom, frightens two other cupids

Two vignettes of Cupids or genii playing ancient games.. Two vignettes of Cupids or genii playing ancient games. Above, three cupids play on a two-wheeled chariot or Birotum as if rehearsing for

Cupids or genii playing music and games.. Cupids or genii playing music and games. Above, cupids dancing while playing a 10-string lyre and crotales, a bronze percussion instrument

Painting of cupids or genii playing discovered in Resina in 1748.. Painting of cupids or genii playing discovered in Resina in 1748

Horizontal Panel Eagle Flanked Two Genii 1544
Artokoloro

Four Ovals Genii plates Neue Grotessken Buch
Artokoloro

Portrait of Aelia Arisuth, from the Tomb of Aelia Arisuth (fresco)
XZO387292 Portrait of Aelia Arisuth, from the Tomb of Aelia Arisuth (fresco) by Roman, (4th century AD); Gargaresh, Libya; out of copyright

The Two Rose Genies and the Baby in the Field, 1807 / 08 (pen and ink on paper)
XKH157631 The Two Rose Genies and the Baby in the Field, 1807/08 (pen and ink on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 59.3x45.8 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

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

The Morning (second version), c. 1808-9 (oil on canvas) (see 147752)
XKH147751 The Morning (second version), c.1808-9 (oil on canvas) (see 147752) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 152x113 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

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, 1807 (pen and brush in brown and grey wash over pencil on paper) (see
XKH141684 The Morning, 1807 (pen and brush in brown and grey wash over pencil on paper) (see 147752) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 83.6x62.7 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German

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

CHINA: TEMPLE, c1870. Temple of the Five Hundred Genii in Guangzhou, China. Photograph, c1870

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The captivating world of genii comes alive in these diverse and intriguing glimpses. From the enchanting Canton, we find ourselves standing before the majestic Temple of the Five Genii, its grandeur stretching far and wide. The temple's grounds offer a general view that transports us to a realm where magic intertwines with reality. As our eyes wander further they can met by the sight of the celebrated Nine Storied Pagoda nestled within the Temple of the Five Genii. Its towering presence evokes awe and wonder, leaving us yearning to uncover its hidden secrets. Delving deeper into history, we encounter Roman household gods known as Lares in their sacred Lararium shrine. Two young men stand before us, dressed in tunics and coturn sandals while holding drinking horns - genii of Augustus himself. This remarkable discovery from Herculaneum unveils ancient beliefs intertwined with daily life. A wall painting from Tarquinia's necropolis draws our attention next; it portrays yet another depiction of Lares house gods within a Lararium shrine. Their presence serves as a reminder that divine protection was sought even in death. Our journey takes an unexpected turn towards Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome – an architectural marvel that stands tall amidst modernity but still holds echoes of ancient times when they were revered. Intriguingly, we stumble upon a marble statue portraying an Etruscan priest adorned in ceremonial robes. His solemn expression hints at his connection to unseen forces beyond mortal comprehension. Trajan's legacy unfolds before our eyes through ancient Roman housing structures: barns and towers that once housed families who believed in guardian spirits watching over them day and night – perhaps even genii themselves. An artistic study for "The Night" captivates us next; its pen-and-ink strokes bring forth ethereal beings whose essence embodies both darkness and light - true embodiments lurking within shadows or illuminating our path.