Pandoras Box Collection

Pandora opens the box - Greek mythology
Pandora was the first human female created by the Greek gods. She was intensely curious about the contents of a box (or storage jar, depending on the translation) and when she opened it, greed, envy

Pandora. Pandora (the all-gifted ) was the first mortal woman according to the Greek poet Hesiod. She was sent by Zeus as a gift to Epithemus

Opening of Pandoras box, scene from A Wonder Book, by Nathaniel Hawthorne (colour litho)
5996258 Opening of Pandoras box, scene from A Wonder Book, by Nathaniel Hawthorne (colour litho) by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of Pandoras box)

Pandora, 1873. Creator: Alexandre Cabanel
Pandora, 1873. Cabanel, a professor of painting at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, specialized in portraits of "High Society." Here

The Show-man, 1799. Creator: Monogrammist J.A
The Show-man, 1799. Keep your eye close to the Glass - and you will see a large / vide place full of Death and Destruction - where more / plagues await de frequenters den contained in de famous Box

Pandora Opening Her Box, 1557. Creator: Master Z.B.M
Pandora Opening Her Box, 1557

Pandora Opening Her Box, 1557. Creator: Master Z.B.M
Pandora Opening Her Box, 1557

Pandora desires to open the box - Greek mythology
Pandora was the first human female created by the Greek gods. She was intensely curious about the contents of a box (or storage jar, depending on the translation) and when she opened it, greed, envy

Pandora wonders at the box - Greek mythology
Pandora was the first human female created by the Greek gods. She was intensely curious about the contents of a box (or storage jar, depending on the translation) and when she opened it, greed, envy

Pandora, ca. 1914. Creator: Odilon Redon
Pandora, ca. 1914

In Greek mythology, Pandora disobeyed Zeus and opened the box that contained all of the evils of the world

The Deplorable State of America, or Sc___h Government, March 22, 1765. March 22, 1765. Creator: Anon
The Deplorable State of America, or Sc___h Government, March 22, 1765

Pandora (engraving)
1624075 Pandora (engraving) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pandora. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 June 1882)

Pandora (chromolitho)
975932 Pandora (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pandora. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Opening of Pandoras Vase, 1834 (oil on mahogany panel)
1065291 The Opening of Pandoras Vase, 1834 (oil on mahogany panel) by Howard, Henry (1769-1847); Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum

Study for Pandora, 1902 (w / c on paper)
PNH452576 Study for Pandora, 1902 (w/c on paper) by Rheam, Henry Meynell (1859-1920); 75.5x35.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English, out of copyright

A sudden swarm of winged creatures brushed past her, illustration from
STC411992 A sudden swarm of winged creatures brushed past her, illustration from A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 1928 (colour litho) by Rackham

Pandora, 1871 (oil on canvas)
NUL104670 Pandora, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 128.2x77.4 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Pandoras Box, (oil on canvas)
989753 Pandoras Box, (oil on canvas) by Comerre, Leon Francois (1850-1916); 180x83 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pandoras Box. Leon Francois Comerre (1850-1916). Oil on canvas

Pandora, 1910-2 (oil on canvas)
4073400 Pandora, 1910-2 (oil on canvas) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); 143.5rx62.9 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Pandora, from Promethee Enchaine by Aeschylus, pub. 1941 (pochoir print)
3474130 Pandora, from Promethee EnchaAneby Aeschylus, pub. 1941 (pochoir print) by Schmied, Francois-Louis (1873-1941); The Stapleton Collection; Swiss, out of copyright

Pandora Crowned by the Seasons, 1824 (oil on canvas)
LMG112911 Pandora Crowned by the Seasons, 1824 (oil on canvas) by Etty, William (1787-1849); 87.6x111.8 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery)

Pandora opening the box (colour litho)
1094769 Pandora opening the box (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pandora opening the box)

Pandora opens the box, illustration for The Greek Mythological Legend
CHT163212 Pandora opens the box, illustration for The Greek Mythological Legend, published in 1910 (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Epimetheus Receiving Pandora, 1834 (oil on mahogany panel)
1065289 Epimetheus Receiving Pandora, 1834 (oil on mahogany panel) by Howard, Henry (1769-1847); Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum, London; eSir John Soanes Museum; English

Pandora by J Gibson, R A (chromolitho)
961734 Pandora by J Gibson, R A (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pandora by J Gibson, R A)

The Opening of Pandoras Box, 1918 (screen print)
2622108 The Opening of Pandoras Box, 1918 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage illustration of Pandora opening Pandoras Box; screen print)

Pandora and Epimetheus, scene from A Wonder Book, by Nathaniel Hawthorne (colour litho)
5996259 Pandora and Epimetheus, scene from A Wonder Book, by Nathaniel Hawthorne (colour litho) by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pandora and Epimetheus)

Epimetheus opening Pandoras box, 1531-76. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Epimetheus opening Pandoras box, 1531-76

Pandora's Box
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Hermes presenting Pandora to King Epimetheus, 1611. Creator: Goltzius
Hermes presenting Pandora to King Epimetheus, 1611. Found in the collection of Art Museum Basel

Second Half of the 19th cen. Found in the Collection of Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de Buenos Aires

Pandora, 1906. Found in the Collection of The Knohl Collection

Pandora Reclining in a Wooded Landscape. Artist: Hersent, Louis (1777-1860)
Pandora Reclining in a Wooded Landscape. Private Collection

Pandora, 1871. Artist: Rossetti, Dante Gabriel (1828-1882)
Pandora, 1871. Private Collection

Pandora. In Greek mythology Pandora opened a jar thereby releasing all the evils of humanity. From Ilustracion Artistica, published 1887

Pandora, 1885. Artist: Crane, Walter (1845-1915)
Pandora, 1885. Private Collection

Pandoras box, 1880s. Artist: Yoshitoshi, Tsukioka (1839-1892)
Pandoras box, 1880s. From a private collection

Pandoras Box, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Pandoras Box, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Pandoras Box, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Pandoras Box, 1733. A plate from Le Temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

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"Pandora's Box: Unleashing the Mysteries of Greek Mythology" In Greek mythology, Pandora opens the box, unleashing chaos and despair upon the world. This captivating scene from Nathaniel Hawthorne's "A Wonder Book" comes to life in a vivid color lithograph. Pandora, driven by her insatiable curiosity, desires to open the box despite warnings. Odilon Redon's artwork depicts Pandora herself in 1914, capturing her contemplative state as she wonders at the mysterious contents within the box. The image reflects her internal struggle between temptation and caution. An anonymous political cartoon titled "The Deplorable State of America" satirizes government corruption with a clever nod to Pandora's infamous act. It serves as a reminder that opening certain figurative boxes can have dire consequences. Engravings and chromolithographs further immortalize this mythical tale throughout history. Artists like Odilon Redon and others bring their unique interpretations to life through various mediums. "The Opening of Pandora's Vase, " an oil painting on mahogany panel from 1834, portrays this pivotal moment with exquisite detail and emotion. Similarly, a watercolor study for Pandora in 1902 showcases delicate brushwork capturing her essence. As we delve into this mythological narrative, we are transported back in time when winged creatures brushed past Pandora during her fateful encounter. These illustrations evoke wonderment and intrigue while reminding us of the power unleashed when curiosity gets the better of us. Pandora's Box remains an enduring symbol that warns against succumbing to our deepest desires without considering their potential consequences. From ancient mythology to modern artistry, it continues to captivate our imagination and serve as a cautionary tale for generations to come.