Les Images Ou Tableaux Collection

Menoeceus (engraving)
3480544 Menoeceus (engraving); (add.info.: Menoeceus. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenare, Paris, 1615)

Amphion plays his Lyre, 1615 (engraving)
3480546 Amphion plays his Lyre, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Amphion plays his Lyre. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates)

Les Toiles de Minerva, c. 1615 (engraving)
3480535 Les Toiles de Minerva, c.1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Les Toiles de Minerva Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates)

Adoration of the Goddess Venus, 1615 (engraving)
3480532 Adoration of the Goddess Venus, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Adoration of the Goddess Venus)

Hippolytus, 1615 (engraving)
3480434 Hippolytus, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Hippolytus (Ancient Greek tragedy by Euripides), based on the myth of Hippolytus, son of Theseus

Semele, 1615 (engraving)
3480427 Semele, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Semele. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

Semele, 1615 (engraving)
3480430 Semele, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Semele. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

The Fishermen, 1615 (engraving)
3480426 The Fishermen, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: The Fishermen. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

Les Marecages (The swamplands), 1615 (engraving)
3480540 Les Marecages (The swamplands), 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Les Marecages (The swamplands)

Polyphemus the giant son of Poseidon and Thoosa in Greek mythology
3480519 Polyphemus the giant son of Poseidon and Thoosa in Greek mythology, one of the Cyclopes described in the Odyssey, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier

Pasiphae, mother of the minotaur, 1615 (engraving)
3480425 Pasiphae, mother of the minotaur, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Pasiphae, mother of the minotaur)

Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food), 1615 (engraving)
3480533 Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food), 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food)

Phorbas slain by Apollo, 1615 (engraving)
3480523 Phorbas slain by Apollo, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Phorbas slain by Apollo. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates)

Themistocles, 1615 (engraving)
3480520 Themistocles, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Themistocles (c. 524-459 BC); Athenian politician and general

Pelops Wins Hippodamia, 1615 (engraving)
3480432 Pelops Wins Hippodamia, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Pelops Wins Hippodamia. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates)

Pentheus, king of Thebes resisting Dionysus, 1615 (engraving)
3480431 Pentheus, king of Thebes resisting Dionysus, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Pentheus, king of Thebes resisting Dionysus)

Memnon, 1615 (engraving)
3480545 Memnon, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Memnon. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

The Bosphorus, 1615 (engraving)
3480539 The Bosphorus, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: The Bosphorus. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

Les Heures (The Hours), 1615 (engraving)
3480537 Les Heures (The Hours), 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Les Heures (The Hours). Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates

Ariadne, 1615 (engraving)
3480433 Ariadne, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Ariadne. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

Dante muses on Aesops fables, 1615 (engraving)
3480543 Dante muses on Aesops fables, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Dante muses on Aesops fables)

The palaestra (ancient Greek wrestling school), 1615 (engraving)
3480522 The palaestra (ancient Greek wrestling school), 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: The palaestra (ancient Greek wrestling school)

According to Greek mythology, Pygmies once encountered Heracle, 1615 (engraving)
3480521 According to Greek mythology, Pygmies once encountered Heracle, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: According to Greek mythology, Pygmies once encountered Heracles)

Neptune with Amymone, daughter of Danaus, whom he prevents being assaulted by a satyr
3480541 Neptune with Amymone, daughter of Danaus, whom he prevents being assaulted by a satyr, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Neptune with Amymone, daughter of Danaus)

Les Cupidons (The Cupids), 1615 (engraving)
3480538 Les Cupidons (The Cupids), 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Les Cupidons (The Cupids)

Dodone, 1615 (engraving)
3480536 Dodone, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Dodone. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

The birth of a divinity, 1615 (engraving)
3480534 The birth of a divinity, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: The birth of a divinity. Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates)

Silenus, 1615 (engraving)
3480518 Silenus, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Silenus. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs)

Ino throws herself and Melicertes into the sea, 1615 (engraving)
3480517 Ino throws herself and Melicertes into the sea, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Ino throws herself and Melicertes into the sea)

Perseus rescues Andromeda, 1615 (engraving)
3480508 Perseus rescues Andromeda, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Perseus rescues Andromeda)

La Nourriture Greek mythological allegory, 1615 (engraving)
3480435 La Nourriture Greek mythological allegory, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: La Nourriture (Food of centaurs) Greek mythological allegory

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"Les images ou tableaux: A Glimpse into the Engraved Art of 1615" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of 17th-century engravings. These exquisite works of art, such as "Amphion plays his Lyre, " "Les Toiles de Minerva, " and "Adoration of the Goddess Venus, " offer a window into an era rich with creativity and cultural significance. Transporting us to ancient Greek mythology, we encounter powerful figures like Hippolytus, Semele, Polyphemus, and Pasiphae. Each engraving tells a unique story that captivates our imagination and sparks curiosity about these mythical characters' lives. As we delve deeper into this collection, we stumble upon scenes from everyday life depicted in engravings like "The Fishermen" or "Les Marecages (The swamplands). " These glimpses into ordinary existence provide a stark contrast to the mythological narratives but are equally fascinating in their own right. Amongst these engravings is also "Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food), " which reminds us of the importance placed on celebrating nature's bounty during festive times. This artwork serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, people cherished traditions centered around gratitude for sustenance provided by hunting and agriculture. Furthermore, we come across dramatic moments frozen in time through engravings like "Phorbas slain by Apollo. " Such scenes not only showcase artistic skill but also evoke emotions within us as viewers. The intensity captured within each line etched onto paper leaves an indelible mark on our minds. These engravings serve as windows to another era—a testament to human creativity throughout history. They allow us to appreciate both the beauty found in mythology's tales and the simplicity inherent in everyday life centuries ago. So take a moment to explore these remarkable pieces.