Muses Collection (#10)

Student wearing a suit and glasses, sitting in front of a painting

Sarcophagus known as the Muses Sarcophagus, representing the nine Muses
Sarcophagus known as the " Muses Sarcophagus", representing the nine Muses and their attributes. Marble, first half of the 2nd century AD, found by the Via Ostiense

Fountain in the Grove of the Muses at the Chateau de Marly which was built by Louis XIV of France between 1679 and 1684 as a retreat from the Palace of Versailles

Apollo and the Muses (Parnassus), 1631-1632. Oil on canvas. Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665) French classical painter. Parnassus, mountain near Delphi, Greece

Chemistry allegory, 18th-century artwork
Chemistry allegory. 18th-century artwork representing chemistry. At top is an eagle above crowned figures with a lion and a griffin

Virgil and the Muses. Roman art. Mosaic. Proc: TUNISIA. Sousse. Hadrumetum

Calliope! The wonderful Operonicon or Steam Car of the Muses, as it appears in the gorgeous street pagent sic of the Great European Zoological Association!... Date 1874

Parnassos Oros
Mount Parnassus, near Delphi, is where Apollo and the Muses hang out : the other peak is sacred to Bacchus, hence the association of poets with wine and ale. Date: 1850

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Detail of Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

EVRV2D-00193
Detail of the Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

Inspiration by Tremator
Colour illustration by Tremator showing an artist at his easel searching for inspiration, which arrives in the form of fantastical, fairy-like muses

Greece Parnassos
Mount Parnassos (or Parnassus) near Delphi is associated with Apollo and the Muses, and consequently perceived as the source of poetry and music

The Muses and Athena
The Muses reveal to Athena the existence of the Pierian Spring, in Thessaly, source of inspiration for artists, musicians and writers

Muses and Magpies
The Muses are challenged by the nine daughters of Pieros to a singing contest; but the talentless females are sadly out-sung and are turned into magpies for their presumption

Apollo Dances with Muses
They dance with their patron, Apollo

Muses - Urania
Urania muse of astronomy

Polyhymnia, Euterpe
Polyhymnia muse of mime and Euterpe muse of flute-playing

Muses and Apollo
The Nine Muses dance with their patron and friend, Apollo (known as Apollo Musagete when playing this role)

The Muses (Zuccaro)
Clio - Thalia - Terpsichore - Euterpe - Polyhymnia - Calliope - Erato - Urania - Melpomene

The Muses (Bell)
Clio - Thalia - Terpsichore - Euterpe - Polyhymnia - Calliope - Erato - Urania - Melpomene

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In the realm of art and literature, they have always held a captivating allure. From Sappho's enchanting verses to the House of Muses, their influence knows no bounds. Just like Minerva Victorious over ignorance in that mesmerizing Roman mosaic, these divine beings inspire us to reach new heights. Among them are Thalia and Erato, who grace us with laughter and love through their poetic touch. Clio and Calliope guide our pens as we delve into history's depths, weaving tales that stand the test of time. Even Beethoven himself found solace in listening to his muse, as depicted in the evocative charcoal sketch from 1912. A glimpse at a Roman mosaic reveals the timeless beauty of these ethereal figures; they dance across its surface with grace and elegance. The Torre de Palm mosaic transports us back to an era where creativity flourished under their watchful eyes. Rhetorick comes alive within the pages of The Gentleman's Recreation by Richard Blome - a testament to how muses ignite our eloquence and rhetoric skills. As we explore THE NINE MUSES' vast domain, Terpsichore leads us on a rhythmic journey filled with music and dance. Faust immerses himself in profound studies while Milton's poems echo through centuries past - both driven by inspiration bestowed upon them by these celestial beings. Their presence is undeniable; they breathe life into every stroke of genius. Let us embrace this eternal connection between artist and muse, for it is through their guidance that masterpieces are born.