Humilating Collection

Woman in the pillory (engraving)
8626635 Woman in the pillory (engraving) by Bachmann, Hans (1852-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman in the pillory)

Humiliation of the Roman army by the Samnites at the Caudine Forks (engraving)
8635773 Humiliation of the Roman army by the Samnites at the Caudine Forks (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The shaving ceremony for young sailors
MMM5482879 The shaving ceremony for young sailors; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: The shaving ceremony for young sailors)

Scottish soldier asking a clerk for an interview with his master, 1827
3478927 Scottish soldier asking a clerk for an interview with his master, 1827; (add.info.: Scottish soldier asking a clerk for an interview with his master)

Capture of Ye Mingchen, Chinese Governor of Canton, by the British, 1857 (engraving)
8676343 Capture of Ye Mingchen, Chinese Governor of Canton, by the British, 1857 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Ye Mingchen)

Richard II resigning the Crown, 1399 (litho)
8661399 Richard II resigning the Crown, 1399 (litho) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard II resigning the Crown, 1399)

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220516 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

Jesus en Butte a Tous les Outrages, Dans la Cour du Grand Pretre (engraving)
8629371 Jesus en Butte a Tous les Outrages, Dans la Cour du Grand Pretre (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus en Butte a Tous les Outrages)

Prisoners wearing the cangue, early 20th century (print)
3790076 Prisoners wearing the cangue, early 20th century (print); (add.info.: Prisoners wearing the cangue, a device used for corporal punishment and humiliation)

The Passion of Christ: Jesus get his clothes removed, 18th century (oil on canvas)
AIS5365841 The Passion of Christ: Jesus get his clothes removed, 18th century (oil on canvas) by Viladomat, Antonio (1678-1755); (add.info)

Scene from the New Testament: Crowning with Thorns (fresco)
885844 Scene from the New Testament: Crowning with Thorns (fresco) by Barna da Siena (fl.1350-55); Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta, San Gimignano

The Mocking of Christ, 1612-13, (painting)
7130058 The Mocking of Christ, 1612-13, (painting) by Honthorst, Gerrit van (1590-1656); Santa Maria della Vittoria, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The Mocking of Christ, 1612-13, Gerard van Honthorst)

The coronation of thorns, late 16th-early 17th century (oil on canvas)
7063035 The coronation of thorns, late 16th-early 17th century (oil on canvas) by Spada, Lionello (1576-1622); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome

Lucreces death: Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia, Roman lady of the 6th century BC)
XEE4192602 Lucreces death: Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia, Roman lady of the 6th century BC) was the victim of violence by his cousin Sextus Tarquin, the son of Tarquin the Superb

Lucretia (oil on canvas, 1580)
LRI4574997 Lucretia (oil on canvas, 1580) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Lucrece Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia)

The Death of Lucretia, Detail. 15th century (Tempera on wood)
LRI4607538 The Death of Lucretia, Detail. 15th century (Tempera on wood) by Lippi, Filippino (c.1457-1504); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

History of Ancient Rome: Lucrece, Brutus and Collatinus. Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia)
XEE4404669 History of Ancient Rome: Lucrece, Brutus and Collatinus. Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia, Roman lady) was the victim of violence by his cousin Sextus Tarquin, the son of Tarquin the Superb

The suicide of Lucretia, 1657 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4574651 The suicide of Lucretia, 1657 (oil on canvas) by Cagnacci, Guido (1601-63); 87x66 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon

The suicide of Lucretia (painting, 1640-1642)
LRI4622149 The suicide of Lucretia (painting, 1640-1642) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The suicide of Lucrece Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia)

Sextus Tarquinius driven from Rome and is threatened by relatives of Lucretia. Detail from The Death of Lucretia
LRI4607545 Sextus Tarquinius driven from Rome and is threatened by relatives of Lucretia. Detail from The Death of Lucretia

The Story of Lucretia. Jorg Breu the Elder (ca 1475-1537) German painter. Pen and black ink on paper
542913 The Story of Lucretia. Jorg Breu the Elder (ca 1475-1537) German painter. Pen and black ink on paper. by Breu, Joerg the Elder (c.1475-1537); Universal History Archive/UIG

Young woman making fun of an older woman, 1908 (illustration)
7229269 Young woman making fun of an older woman, 1908 (illustration) by Vincent, Rene (1871-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young woman mocking an older woman: she laughs in her face)

The English Bulldog and the Corsican bloodhound - after the Battle of Waterloo, 1895 (illustration)
7211551 The English Bulldog and the Corsican bloodhound - after the Battle of Waterloo, 1895 (illustration) by Roberts, Piercy (fl.1791-1828); (add.info)

King Wilhelm I of Prussia receiving the captured Emperor Napoleon III the day after the Battle of Sedan
7184949 King Wilhelm I of Prussia receiving the captured Emperor Napoleon III the day after the Battle of Sedan, 1870 (coloured engraving) by German School

Thief cast out into the wilderness for robbing a store, United States (litho)
7201189 Thief cast out into the wilderness for robbing a store, United States (litho) by Jellicoe, John (fl.1888); Private Collection; (add.info)

Humiliation de Louis le Debonnaire (engraving)
7193994 Humiliation de Louis le Debonnaire (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humiliation de Louis le Debonnaire)

King Wilhelms Shoe Cleaner (engraving)
7157245 King Wilhelms Shoe Cleaner (engraving) by Le Petit, Alfred (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Wilhelms Shoe Cleaner)

Deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752 (engraving)
7173383 Deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752)

Lucretia (engraving)
2810996 Lucretia (engraving) by Scharf, George Junior (1820-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lucretia. Illustration for Lays of Ancient Rome by Lord Macaulay (Longman)

Death of Lucretia
LLM461854 Death of Lucretia by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Lucretia. Illustration for Historia de Europa by Emilio Castelar (1895)

Lucretia among her maidens (engraving)
654094 Lucretia among her maidens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lucretia among her maidens)

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"Unveiling the Depths of Humiliation: Artistic Depictions of Suffering and Shame" This collection of artworks delves into the theme of humiliation, exploring various instances where individuals have been subjected to degrading treatment. From biblical scenes to historical narratives, these masterpieces capture moments that evoke a profound sense of vulnerability and disgrace. In "The Passion of Christ: Jesus get his clothes removed, " we witness the stripping away of Jesus' garments, symbolizing the ultimate act of humiliation before his crucifixion. The artist's use of oil on canvas brings forth an intense emotional response as we contemplate this pivotal moment in Christian history. Another striking portrayal is seen in "Scene from the New Testament: Crowning with Thorns, " a powerful fresco depicting Christ enduring torment at the hands of Roman soldiers. The artist skillfully captures every detail, emphasizing both physical pain and psychological anguish. Similarly, "Christ Crowned with Thorns (Mocked Christ)" presents a vivid image that evokes empathy for Christ's suffering. Through meticulous brushstrokes on canvas, this 1620 artwork conveys not only physical torment but also societal mockery directed towards Jesus. Moving beyond religious themes, "The Rape of Lucrece" explores another form of humiliation inflicted upon a woman by her own kin. This woodcut from William Shakespeare's poems portrays Lucrece as she endures violence at the hands of Sextus Tarquin—a tale that highlights power dynamics and gender-based degradation. In contrast to these scenes rooted in ancient times, "Tarquinus and Lucretia" depicts a tragic event from Roman history through oil on canvas. Here we witness Lucretia's despair after being violated by Tarquin—an unsettling reminder that even in antiquity such acts were perpetrated against women. These artworks serve as reminders that throughout history humans have endured various forms of humiliation—whether it be through religious persecution or personal tragedy.