Farnese Collection

Portrait of Alessandro Farnese (1545?1592), Duke of Parma, 1557. Artist: Mor, Antonis (Anthonis) (c. 1517-1577)
Portrait of Alessandro Farnese (1545?1592), Duke of Parma, 1557. Found in the collection of Galleria Nazionale, Parma

Pope Paul III, 1468 - 1549
3062209 Pope Paul III, 1468 - 1549.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Born Alessandro Farnese. Hand writing sample.).

Portrait of Sophocles, Farnese type, Vatican museums, Rome, Italy
930382 Portrait of Sophocles, Farnese type, Vatican museums, Rome, Italy; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini.

Farnese, Alessandro (1545-1592). Military man in the service of Philip II of Spain (painting)
CUL4934134 Farnese, Alessandro (1545-1592). Military man in the service of Philip II of Spain (painting); (add.info.: Spanish Netherlands (1579)

Paul III inspired by faith to summon the Council of Trent, 1687. Creator: Ricci, Sebastiano (1659-1734)
Paul III inspired by faith to summon the Council of Trent. (From the Series of the life of Pope Paul III), 1687. Found in the Collection of the Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese, Piacenza.

Alessandro Farnese witnesses the destruction of the Invincible Armada, 1687. Creator: Ricci, Sebastiano (1659-1734)
Alessandro Farnese witnesses the destruction of the Invincible Armada. (From the Series of the life of Pope Paul III), 1687. Found in the Collection of the Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese, Piacenza.

Triumph of Paul III's Fame on death. (From the Series of the life of Pope Paul III), 1687. Found in the Collection of the Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese, Piacenza.

Pope Paul III in front of the Portrait of Luther, 1883. Creator: Vriendt, Albrecht de (1843-1900)
Pope Paul III in front of the Portrait of Luther, 1883. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

The Farnese Hercules, front view [plate 2], 1638. Creator: François Perrier
The Farnese Hercules, front view [plate 2], 1638

The Farnese Hercules, seen from behind [plate 4], 1638. Creator: François Perrier
The Farnese Hercules, seen from behind [plate 4], 1638

The Farnese Hercules, three-quarter view turned to left [plate 3], 1638. Creator: François Perrier
The Farnese Hercules, three-quarter view turned to left [plate 3], 1638

Portrait of Marchioness Clelia Farnese (1556-1613), Second half of the16th cen. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Marchioness Clelia Farnese (1556-1613), Second half of the16th cen. Private Collection

Portrait of Marchioness Clelia Farnese (1556-1613), Second half of the16th cen. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Marchioness Clelia Farnese (1556-1613), Second half of the16th cen. Private Collection

Sala Baglione or Hall of Grotesque, Rocca Meli Lupi, Soragna, Parma, Italy, detail of 2384743
2384745 Sala Baglione or Hall of Grotesque, Rocca Meli Lupi, Soragna, Parma, Italy, detail of 2384743 by Baglione, Cesare (c.1550-1615); Rocca Meli Lupi, Soragna, Parma, Italy; (add.info.: Parma)

Tete de Meduse de la coupe Farnese, au Musee de Naples (engraving)
3645638 Tete de Meduse de la coupe Farnese, au Musee de Naples (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tete de Meduse de la coupe Farnese, au Musee de Naples)

The Farnese Cup: head of Medusa, c. 175 (sardonyx)
LRI3512880 The Farnese Cup: head of Medusa, c.175 (sardonyx) by Egyptian, (2nd century); diam: 20 cm; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; Luisa Ricciarini; Egyptian

Hercules, Known as the Farnese, found at Rome in the Baths of Caracalla. (Museum of Neples) (engraving)
663214 Hercules, Known as the Farnese, found at Rome in the Baths of Caracalla. (Museum of Neples) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules)

The design of the Tazza Farnese (red chalk with gouache on paper)
449300 The design of the Tazza Farnese (red chalk with gouache on paper) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 23.4x21.6 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: After Annibale Carracci)

Alexander Farnese, Duke of Parma
Alexander Farnese (1545-1592), Duke of Parma, Piacenza and Castro, and Governor of the Spanish Netherlands. 16th century

ATLAS (SCULPTURE)
statue of Atlas bearing the globe, known as the Farnese Atlas, in the Museo Nazionale of Napoli; the fig leaf looks suspiciously like a later addition

Pope Paul III, Farnese (engraving)
3635479 Pope Paul III, Farnese (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Paul III, Farnese)

Ranuccio Farnese, 1542 (oil on canvas)
3700883 Ranuccio Farnese, 1542 (oil on canvas) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); 89.7x73.6 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Pope Paul III, Bareheaded, dated 1534. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
Pope Paul III, Bareheaded, dated 1534

Pope Paul III in a Skullcap, ca. 1514-36. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
Pope Paul III in a Skullcap, ca. 1514-36

Billon Quattrino of Paul III (?), Italian, 1534-49. Creator: Unknown
Billon Quattrino of Paul III (?), Italian, 1534-49

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Atreus Farnese, 1574. 1574. Creator: Anon
Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Atreus Farnese, 1574

FARNESE HERCULES
Depicted with his club and the skin of Nemean the Lion

Italy, Lazio, Rome, The Palatine, Farnese Gardens, views from the gardens onto the Forum with the Temple of Romulus

Pope Paul III (1468-1549) viewing Cranachs Portrait of Luther, 1838-1839. Creator: Schorn
Pope Paul III (1468-1549) viewing Cranachs Portrait of Luther, 1838-1839. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Portrait of Pier Luigi Farnese (1503-1547), c. 1546. Creator: Titian (1488-1576)
Portrait of Pier Luigi Farnese (1503-1547), c. 1546. Found in the Collection of Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Portrait of Clelia Farnese (1552-1613), Second half of the16th cen Creator: Pulzone
Portrait of Clelia Farnese (1552-1613), Second half of the16th Century. Private Collection

Lady and the Unicorn, 1534-1540. Creator: Longhi, Luca (1507-1580)
Lady and the Unicorn, 1534-1540. Found in the Collection of Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant Angelo

Alexander Farnese (1545–1592), Duke of Parma. Artist: Anonymous
Alexander Farnese (1545-1592), Duke of Parma. From a private collection

Isabella Farnese (1692-1766), Queen of Spain, second wife of Philip V

Isabel de Farnesio (1692-1766), second wife of Felipe V

Dona Elizabeth Farnese (1692-1766), second wife of Philip V, Queen of Spain from 1714-1746, engraving 1870

Farewell of the Princess of Ursins in Jadraque on December 23, 1714. Queen Elizabeth Farnese, new wife of Philip V, orders the Princess of Ursins, Marie-Anne Tremoille

Hercule Farnese, Roman copy of a Greek work by Lysippus

Detail The Family of Philip V, oil, appearing the king, his second wife Elizabeth Farnese and the future Ferdinand VI

Portrait of Cardinal Alessandro Farnese, 1509-1511. Found in the Collection of Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Allegorical Portrait of Parma Embracing Alessandro Farnese, 1556. Artist: Mazzola Bedoli, Girolamo (c. 1500-1569)
Allegorical Portrait of Parma Embracing Alessandro Farnese, 1556. Found in the collection of Galleria Nazionale, Parma

Portrait of Ranuccio II Farnese (1630?1694), Duke of Parma. Artist: Denys, Jacob (1644-1708)
Portrait of Ranuccio II Farnese (1630?1694), Duke of Parma. Found in the collection of Galleria Nazionale, Parma

Portrait of Pope Paul III Farnese. Artist: Schoen, Erhard (1491-1592)
Portrait of Pope Paul III Farnese. Found in the collection of Herzogliches Museum Gotha

Elisabeth Farnese (1692-1766), Queen of Spain. Artist: Van Loo, Louis Michel (1707-1771)
Elisabeth Farnese (1692-1766), Queen of Spain. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Roma - Farnese Palace, 1910. Began for Cardinal Farnese by Antonio da Sangallo, it was continued by Vignola and completed by Michelangelo

Pope Paul III (1468-1549), 1543 (1930). Artist: Titian
Pope Paul III (1468-1549), 1543 (1930). Born Alessandro Farnese, Pope Paul III was Pope between 1534 and 1549. Original found in the collection of the Museo e Gallerie Nazionale di Capodimonte

The Family of Philip V, King of Spain, 1743. Artist: Van Loo, Louis Michel (1707-1771)
The Family of Philip V, King of Spain, 1743. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

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Farnese: A Legacy of Power and Art in Italy The name Farnese resonates with power, artistry, and a rich historical heritage. One cannot help but be captivated by the various facets that define this illustrious family. One notable representation is the captivating portrait of Alessandro Farnese, Duke of Parma. Painted by Antonis Mor in 1557, it immortalizes his dignified presence and hints at the influence he wielded during his time. Moving beyond portraiture, we encounter Hermathena, a mesmerizing fresco found in Italy. Its intricate details transport us to another era and leave us marveling at the skillful craftsmanship displayed on its walls. As we explore further into their domain, Villa Farnese emerges as a testament to their grandeur. The map of Europe adorning its walls serves as a reminder of their political prowess and far-reaching ambitions. Delving deeper into history, we stumble upon an original map depicting the Battle of Lepanto. This artifact not only showcases their military might but also highlights their significant contributions to Italian history. In Rome stands the iconic Farnese Arch on Via Giulia—a symbol of architectural magnificence that has stood the test of time. Nearby lies Palazzo Farnese; its regal façade beckons visitors to step inside and immerse themselves in opulence. Venturing outside Rome's borders brings us to Rocca Meli Lupi in Soragna—an enchanting hall adorned with grotesque details from Sala Baglione. Each stroke tells a story steeped in mystery and intrigue—testimony to the artistic patronage bestowed upon this family. Artifacts like Tete de Meduse de la coupe Farnese at Musee de Naples remind us that beauty can be found even within ancient engravings. Similarly, The Farnese Cup captures our attention with its sardonyx head of Medusa, a testament to their appreciation for exquisite craftsmanship.