Recumbant Collection

One Corpse, from the cycle Death and the Maiden (engraving)
AFC263573 One Corpse, from the cycle Death and the Maiden (engraving) by Bromse, August (1873-1925); Private Collection; Czech, out of copyright

Effigy of Eleanor of Aquitaine (photo)
NUL265622 Effigy of Eleanor of Aquitaine (photo) by French School, (13th century); Fontevrault Abbey, Fontevrault (Fontevraud), France; (add.info.: Eleanor of Aquitaine (1122-1204)

Recumbant Chinese scholar figure (jade)
451586 Recumbant Chinese scholar figure (jade) by Chinese School; length: 15 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

Effigy of Henry II (1133-1189) King of England (stone) (b / w photo)
XIR159291 Effigy of Henry II (1133-1189) King of England (stone) (b/w photo) by French School, (13th century); Fontevrault (Fontevraud), Loire, France; French, out of copyright

Effigy of Eleanor of Aquitaine (c. 1122-1204) Queen of France
XIR158141 Effigy of Eleanor of Aquitaine (c.1122-1204) Queen of France, then of England (stone) (b/w photo) (see also 158142) by French School, (13th century); 227 cm long cm; Fontevrault Abbey

Effigy of Eleanor of Aquitaine (c. 1122-1204) Queen of France
XIR158142 Effigy of Eleanor of Aquitaine (c.1122-1204) Queen of France, then of England (stone) (b/w photo) by French School, (13th century); cm; Fontevrault Abbey, Fontevrault (Fontevraud)

Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy takes a Rest in the Woods, 1891, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy takes a Rest in the Woods, 1891, (1965). Portrait of Russian author Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) reading in a forest

Portrait of the Painter Constantin Alexandreyevich Korovin, 1891, (1965). Creator: Valentin Serov
Portrait of the Painter Constantin Alexandreyevich Korovin, 1891, (1965). Russian impressionist artist Konstantin Alekseyevich Korovin (1861-1939) was a friend of Serov s

The Picnic, 1863, (1937). Creator: Edouard Manet
The Picnic, 1863, (1937). A nude woman casually lunching with two fully dressed men, this work sparked controversy when it was exhibited in the 1863 Salon des Refuses in Paris

Reclined Buddha, Wingaba, Rangoon, 1900. Creator: Unknown
Reclined Buddha, Wingaba, Rangoon, 1900. From " Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes". [Rowe & Co. Ltd. Rangoon, 1900]

Chair designed by Josef Hoffmann, Sitzmachine, 1905, (2018) Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Chair designed by Josef Hoffmann Sitzmachine. Made by Jacob u. Josef Kohn, Wien um 1905 (2018). Geometric patterns with reclining backrest and armrests

La Lecture, late 19th century, (c2014-2017). Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
La Lecture. Henri Berge (1870-1937)

Decorative Figure, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Decorative Figure, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Nymphe, 1859, (1937). Artist: Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot
Nymphe, 1859, (1937). From Verve - Vol.1, No. 1, December 1937. [Verve, France, 1937]

Odalisque, 1870. Artist: Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Odalisque, 1870. The painting is part of the Chester Dale Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

Madame Recamier, 1800, (c1915). Artist: Jacques Louis David
Madame Recamier, 1800, (c1915). The painting is held by the Musee du Louvre, Paris. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

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"Captivating Recumbant: Exploring the Art of Rest and Contemplation" Delve into the world figures, where art captures moments of repose and introspection. From classical masterpieces to modern creations, these captivating depictions invite us to pause and reflect. Leda and the Swan, a mesmerizing oil painting from 1570 by an unknown artist, portrays Leda in a recumbant position as she encounters Zeus disguised as a swan. The sensuous composition invites contemplation on themes of desire and transformation. In One Corpse, part of the Death and the Maiden engraving cycle, we witness a haunting depiction of death's embrace with a young maiden in her final rest. This powerful image prompts reflection on mortality and the ephemeral nature of life. The effigy of Eleanor of Aquitaine, captured both in stone sculpture and photography, showcases her regal composure even in repose. These representations pay homage to this influential queen who left an indelible mark on medieval Europe. A jade figure depicting a recumbant Chinese scholar transports us to ancient times when scholars sought solace amidst their studies. The intricate craftsmanship invites contemplation on wisdom and tranquility. Henry II's stone effigy immortalizes his dignified presence even after his passing. In black-and-white photography, it exudes an aura that transcends time while evoking thoughts about power dynamics during medieval England. Leo Tolstoy finds respite in Il ya Repin's painting from 1891; his reclined posture suggests deep contemplation amid nature's beauty. Similarly, Valentin Serov's portrait reveals Constantin Alexandreyevich Korovin at rest—a momentary escape from artistic endeavors. Edouard Manet’s masterpiece The Picnic depicts leisurely figures reclining outdoors—an invitation for viewers to join them in relaxation amidst lush surroundings. It encourages us to savor simple pleasures and embrace idleness.