Belisarius Collection

Belisarius Begging
BELISARIUS Byzantine general under Emperor Justinian I, in disgrace, forced to beg in the street

Belisarius (505-565) Byzantine general under Justinian I. Belasarius refusing the crown of Italy offered to him by
532035 Belisarius (505-565) Byzantine general under Justinian I. Belasarius refusing the crown of Italy offered to him by the Goths in 540

The Death of Belisarius Wife (oil on canvas)
490136 The Death of Belisarius Wife (oil on canvas) by Kinsoen, Francois-Joseph (1771-1839); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info)

The siege of Rome 537-538AD
908875 The siege of Rome 537-538AD by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published Hutchinson & Co circa 1920)

The Byzantine general Belisarius, old and blind, begging for food on the streets of Constantinople (engraving)
5229138 The Byzantine general Belisarius, old and blind, begging for food on the streets of Constantinople (engraving) by English School

Belisarius carrying his young guide (engraving)
964441 Belisarius carrying his young guide (engraving) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon (1770-1837) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belisarius, Byzantine general of the Roman Empire)

Belisarius (engraving)
727753 Belisarius (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belisarius. Illustration for A Pictorial History of the Worlds Great Nations by Charlotte M Yonge)

Belisarius Begging (pen and gray ink on ivory)
989694 Belisarius Begging (pen and gray ink on ivory) by Karpff, Jean-Jacques Casimir (1770-1829); 12.8x9.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Belisarius Begging. Jean-Jacques Karpff (1770-1829)

Roman Ruins with the Blind Belisarius (oil on canvas)
LMG128871 Roman Ruins with the Blind Belisarius (oil on canvas) by Pannini or Panini, Giovanni Paolo (1691/2-1765); 142.3x132.1 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Temple Newsam House)

Entry of Belisarius into Rome (engraving)
653978 Entry of Belisarius into Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entry of Belisarius into Rome)

Belisarius attacking the Ostrogoths in Rome, 536 (engraving)
3647169 Belisarius attacking the Ostrogoths in Rome, 536 (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belisarius attacking the Ostrogoths in Rome, 536)

Pursuit of the Ostrogoths by Belisarius (engraving)
971194 Pursuit of the Ostrogoths by Belisarius (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pursuit of the Ostrogoths by Belisarius)

The Byzantine general Belisarius as an old man (engraving)
3647167 The Byzantine general Belisarius as an old man (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Byzantine general Belisarius (c505-565) as an old man

The Belisarius (engraving)
1616979 The Belisarius (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Belisarius. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 April 1843)

Asrael and Belisar (chromolitho)
734763 Asrael and Belisar (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asrael and Belisar)

Belisarius Begging for Alms (engraving)
725725 Belisarius Begging for Alms (engraving) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belisarius Begging for Alms)

Byzantine General Belisarius conquering Rome in 536
LLM454528 Byzantine General Belisarius conquering Rome in 536 by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Byzantine General Belisarius conquering Rome in 536)

Byzantine soldiers of Belisarius gaining access to the besieged city of Naples via its disused aqueduct
5229136 Byzantine soldiers of Belisarius gaining access to the besieged city of Naples via its disused aqueduct, 536 (engraving) by English School

Belisarius leads the Roman Army against the Goths (engraving)
655696 Belisarius leads the Roman Army against the Goths (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belisarius leads the Roman Army against the Goths)

Belisaire Receiving the Hospitality of a Farmer who has Worked Under His Orders
2645230 Belisaire Receiving the Hospitality of a Farmer who has Worked Under His Orders, 1787 (oil on canvas) by Robert, Hubert (1733-1808)

Belisarius (engraving)
964810 Belisarius (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belisarius. General of the Byzantine Empire (circa 500 - 565 AD)

Belisarius, 1806. Creator: Auguste Gaspard Louis Desnoyers
Belisarius, 1806

Belisarius, End of 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Fabre, Francois-Xavier Pascal
Belisarius, End of 18th-early 19th century. Found in the Collection of Musee Fabre, Montpellier

Entry of Belisarius into Rome, (536 AD), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Entry of Belisarius into Rome, (536 AD), 1890. Flavius Belisarius (c500-565) a general of the Byzantine Empire, during the Gothic War entered Rome unopposed in late spring 536 AD

Belisarius, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Belisarius, 1882. Private Collection

Belisarius Begging for Alms. Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
Belisarius Begging for Alms. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

A capriccio with Roman ruins and a scene from the Life of Belisarius. Artist: Panini, Giovanni Paolo (1691-1765)
A capriccio with Roman ruins and a scene from the Life of Belisarius. From a private collection

Belisarius, 1805. Artist: Vigi, Antonio (1764-1844)
Belisarius, 1805. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Belisarius receiving Hospitality from a Peasant, 1779. Artist: Peyron, Jean-Francois-Pierre (1744-1814)
Belisarius receiving Hospitality from a Peasant, 1779. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Belisarius (505-565), Byzantine general under Justinian I, 540 (1830). Belasarius refusing the crown of their kingdom in Italy offered to him by the Goths in 540

Belisarius Jean-Baptiste Stouf French 1752 1826
Belisarius; Jean-Baptiste Stouf (French, 1752 - 1826); about 1785 - 1791; Marble; 60 x 55 x 30 cm, 59.8748 kg (23 5, 8 x 21 5, 8 x 11 13, 16 in. 132 lb.); 2005.19

Belisarius Baron Francois-Pascal-Simon Gerard
Belisarius; Baron Francois-Pascal-Simon Gerard (French, born Italy, 1770 - 1837); Paris, France; 1797; Oil on canvas; 91.8 × 72.5 cm (36 1, 8 × 28 9, 16 in.)

Belisarius Begging For Alms, After The Painting By Jacques-Louis David. According To Popular Legend Belisarius Reduced To The State Of Blind, Homeless Beggar By The Emperor Justinian

Palace Of Belisarius, Turkey, Istanbul. Drawn By W. H. Bartlett
Palace Of Belisarius, Turkey, Istanbul. Drawn By W.H.Bartlett

Belisarius in Triumph
BELISARIUS Byzantine general under Emperor Justinian I, triumphantly celebrated in Constantinople

Belisarius (c. 505-565), Roman commander
Illustration of a Belisarius (c.505-565), Roman commander

Italy / 576 / Belisarius
Belisarius enters Rome Date: 576

Belisarius 17th century Pen brown ink brush brown
Artokoloro

Belisarius; Jean-Baptiste Stouf, French, 1752 - 1826; about 1785 - 1791; Marble; Object (overall): H: 60 x W: 55 x D: 30 cm, 59.8748 kg (1 ft. 11 5/8 in. x 1 ft. 9 5/8 in. x 11 13/16 in)

Belisarius (505-565) Byzantine general under Justinian I. Belasarius refusing the crown of Italy offered to him by the Goths in 540. Woodcut published New York 1830

ROME: BELISARIUS, c537. General Belisarius leading his troops from Rome against the Goths encamped outside the city, c537 A.D. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

Belisarius Portrait
BELISARIUS Byzantine general under Emperor Justinian I alternately celebrated and disgraced

Belisarius Occupies Rome
Byzantine general BELISARIUS, having defeated the Vandals, subdued the Ostrogoths and conquered Sicily, occupies Rome

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"Belisarius: A Tale of Triumph, Tragedy, and Resilience" In the annals of history, few figures have embodied the complexities of human existence quite like Belisarius. From his illustrious military campaigns to his heartbreaking personal losses, this Byzantine general's life was a tapestry woven with triumphs and tribulations. One cannot help but be moved by the poignant image begging on the streets of Constantinople. Once a revered commander who led armies to victory, he now found himself reduced to relying on the mercy of others for sustenance. The engraving captures both his physical blindness and metaphorical blindness as society turned its back on him. Yet amidst these moments of despair, there were glimpses of hope and resilience that defined Belisarius' character. In "Belisarius carrying his young guide, " we witness an act of compassion as he extends a helping hand to another in need, and is a testament to his unwavering spirit even in times when darkness seemed all-encompassing. The paintings depicting Rome under siege serve as reminders of Belisarius' strategic brilliance and determination. Whether it was leading troops into battle against Ostrogoths or defending the city from invaders, he displayed unmatched courage and tactical prowess. As time passed, age took its toll on Belisarius; yet even in old age, he remained steadfast in his pursuit for justice and redemption. The engravings portraying him as an old man reveal lines etched onto his face that tell stories untold - tales filled with sacrifice, loyalty, and unyielding dedication to duty. The entry into Rome marked one of Belisarius' most significant victories - a moment where he reclaimed glory for both himself and Byzantium. Engraved forever in history's pages is this triumphant march through ancient ruins - a symbol not only of military conquest but also symbolic rebirth after years overshadowed by tragedy.