Sapho Mytilene Sappho Collection

Greek poet Sapho (Sappho) playing lyre and two of her companions Painting by Jacques Louis Grandin (1780)
JLJ4672453 Greek poet Sapho (Sappho) playing lyre and two of her companions Painting by Jacques Louis Grandin (1780-?) 1808 Paris, Musee Marmottan by Grandin

Sappho. Painting by Soma Orlay Petrich (1822-1880), oil on canvas, circa 1860. Hungarian art, 19th century
LSE4315332 Sappho. Painting by Soma Orlay Petrich (1822-1880), oil on canvas, circa 1860. Hungarian art, 19th century. Magyar Nemzeti Galleria, Budapest, Hungary

Portrait of the Greek poet Sapho (Sappho) playing the lyre Painting by Leopold Burthe (1823-1860) 1849 Sun
JLJ4683696 Portrait of the Greek poet Sapho (Sappho) playing the lyre Painting by Leopold Burthe (1823-1860) 1849 Sun. 1, 06x0, 69 m Carcassonne, Musee des Beaux Arts by Burthe

Portrait of Sapho (Sappho)
GIA4701935 Portrait of Sapho (Sappho). by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Sapho (Sappho).); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

Descent to Limbes: "Orphee, Sapho (Sappho) on the left and a Muse"
JLJ4682580 Descent to Limbes: " Orphee, Sapho (Sappho) on the left and a Muse" Detail of the painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863) decorating the dome of the bibliotheque of the Senat

Sapho (Sappho) poet and lesbian. 18th century engraving
GIA4701929 Sapho (Sappho) poet and lesbian. 18th century engraving. by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sapho (Sappho) poet and lesbian

Sapho (Sappho) and his companions
GIA4701954 Sapho (Sappho) and his companions. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sapho (Sappho) and his companions.); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

Sapho (Sappho) and his companions
GIA4798591 Sapho (Sappho) and his companions. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sapho (Sappho) and his companions.); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

Portrait of Sapho (marble sculpture)
LRI4582369 Portrait of Sapho (marble sculpture) by Greek or Roman; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Sapho (or Sappho, 7th century BC)

Anthem to the Sea Young woman holding a lyre facing the sea
JLJ4572100 Anthem to the Sea Young woman holding a lyre facing the sea. Character evoking the Greek poetess of Antiquite Sapho

Sapho (or Sappho, 7th century BC), Greek poet of Antiquite
XEE4137367 Sapho (or Sappho, 7th century BC), Greek poet of Antiquite. Engraving from 1819 in " Lettres a Emilie sur la mythologie" by Charles Albert Demoustier (1760-1801)

Sapho, Greek poet of Antiquity, 1852 (marble sculpture)
LRI4623594 Sapho, Greek poet of Antiquity, 1852 (marble sculpture) by Pradier, James (Jean-Jacques) (1790-1852); Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Sapho (or Sappho, 7th century BC)

Portrait assumes of Sapho (or sappho) Greek poetess. Roman woman with book and pen
LRI4592354 Portrait assumes of Sapho (or sappho) Greek poetess. Roman woman with book and pen (stylus or style), from Pompei, Naples, Italy, 1st century AD (fresco) by Roman

The Greek poetess Sapho (Sappho) taking part in the sea Painting by Joseph Taillasson
JLJ4602451 The Greek poetess Sapho (Sappho) taking part in the sea Painting by Joseph Taillasson (1745-1809) 18th century Sun

The death of Sapho (Sappho). "Young lady, see or lead us Love
LSE4403488 The death of Sapho (Sappho). " Young lady, see or lead us Love! Under our feet so cute, the gueux digs an abime

Opera "Sapho"by Emile Augier (1820-1889
XEE4178234 Opera " Sapho" by Emile Augier (1820-1889) and Charles Gounod (1818-1893) with singer Krauss in the last act. Engraving in " Le Monde Illustre", 1884

Sapho The Greek poetess Sapho (Sappho) (around 600 BC) sitting on a rock
JLJ4604551 Sapho The Greek poetess Sapho (Sappho) (around 600 BC) sitting on a rock and looking at the sea with melancolia. Painting by Theodore Chasseriau (1819-1856) 1849 Sun

Sapho (or Sappho, 7th century BC), Greek poet of Antiquite
JLJ4673547 Sapho (or Sappho, 7th century BC), Greek poet of Antiquite. Marble sculpture by James Pradier (1790-1852), 1852. Height 1, 11m

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Sappho of Mytilene, also known as Sapho or Sappho, was a Greek poet who left an indelible mark on the world of literature and art. Her lyrical poetry and enchanting melodies have inspired countless artists throughout history. In this captivating painting by Soma Orlay Petrich, we see a mesmerizing portrayal of Sappho. The artist skillfully captures her essence, depicting her with grace and elegance. As she holds a lyre in her hands, one can almost hear the enchanting music that emanates from it. Jacques Louis Grandin's artwork takes us back to 1808 Paris, where we witness another depiction of the legendary poetess. Alongside two companions, Sappho is shown playing the lyre once again. This painting beautifully showcases the camaraderie and artistic spirit that surrounded her. Leopold Burthe's portrait transports us to 1849 Carcassonne, where he immortalizes Sappho's beauty and talent through his brushstrokes. With delicate precision, he captures both her physical features and musical prowess in this stunning piece displayed at Musee des Beaux Arts. Throughout history, various artists have sought to capture the essence of this remarkable figure. From marble sculptures to engravings dating back centuries ago; each artwork pays homage to Sappho's legacy as a poetess extraordinaire. One such engraving from the 18th century portrays not only her poetic genius but also highlights her identity as a lesbian woman—a facet often overlooked or suppressed in historical narratives. As we delve into these artworks portraying Sapho (Sappho) and those around her—her companions—we are reminded of their significance in shaping our understanding of ancient Greece’s cultural landscape. Lastly, an anthem to the sea depicts a young woman standing before its vastness while holding a lyre—an ode perhaps inspired by none other than Sappho herself.