Muses Collection

Beethoven Listening to a Muse, 1912 (charcoal on paper)
3613243 Beethoven Listening to a Muse, 1912 (charcoal on paper) by Alleaume, Ludovic (1859-1941); 44.6x36.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Sappho - House of Muses
Atthis, Telesippa, Megara, Anactoria and Euneica sitting at the feet of the poetess Sappho as she recites some of her work. No

Roman mosaic

Minerva Victorious over ignorance
Minervas Victorious over Ignorance. Spranger, Bartholomaeus (1546-1611). Oil on canvas

Muses - Thalia, Erato
Thalia muse of comic drama and Erato muse of lyric poetry

Muses - Clio, Calliope
Clio muse of history and Calliope muse of epic poetry

Roman mosaic of the Muses. 3rd-4th century AD. Torre de Palm
Roman mosaic of the Muses. From left to right: Calliope, Euterpe, Erato, Thalia, Melpomene, Clio, Polyhymnia, Urania, Terpsichore. 3rd-4th century AD. From Torre de Palma

Rhetorick, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483400 Rhetorick, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

THE NINE MUSES
nine, muses, myth, classical, the, 10043678

Muses - Terpsichore
Terpsichore muse of dance

Faust at his Studies
Faust at his studies muses on the power of magic

Milton / Poems 1645
JOHN MILTON English poet

Galileo presenting his telescope to the Muses, and pointing out a heliocentric system of the universe, 1655-1656
530360 Galileo presenting his telescope to the Muses, and pointing out a heliocentric system of the universe, 1655-1656. Engraving; (add.info.: Note Jupiter and its satellites, the phases of Venus)

Pen drawing of Harmony personified in the figure of Air (AER)
1578288 Pen drawing of Harmony personified in the figure of Air (AER); (add.info.: Pen drawing of Harmony personified in the figure of Air (AER)

Vase with reliefs of the nine Muses, nymphs as archers and nymphs. Chromolithograph by W
FLO4689093 Vase with reliefs of the nine Muses, nymphs as archers and nymphs. Chromolithograph by W. Griggs from Frederick Rathone's Old Wedgwood

Sarcophagus known as the "Muses Sarcophagus", representing the nine Muses and their attributes
529675 Sarcophagus known as the "Muses Sarcophagus", representing the nine Muses and their attributes. First half of the 2nd century AD

Statue of a Greek muse in chiton and sandals, with siren's feathers in her hair
FLO4997309 Statue of a Greek muse in chiton and sandals, with siren's feathers in her hair. In the house of Francesco Lisca in Parione. Copperplate engraving by G

The Chimera was, according to Greek mythology, a monstrous fire-breathing hybrid creature of Lycia in Asia Minor
3480607 The Chimera was, according to Greek mythology, a monstrous fire-breathing hybrid creature of Lycia in Asia Minor, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: The Chimera was)

Vase with reliefs of the nine Muses and Apollo, and tricolor vase with quatrefoils in green and white on blue
FLO4689165 Vase with reliefs of the nine Muses and Apollo, and tricolor vase with quatrefoils in green and white on blue. Chromolithograph by W

The tomb of James Ward, Esq., R.A., Kensal-green Cemetery, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The tomb of James Ward, Esq., R.A., Kensal-green Cemetery, [London], 1864. Monument consisting of '...a monumental headstone, in a coved recess of which has been sculptured by Mr. J. H

Poetry and Poets, 1800s. Creator: Francisco Goya
Poetry and Poets, 1800s. Poetry is symbolised by a woman with a lyre. She is seated near the top of Mount Helicon, abode of the muses, goddesses of poetry

Thalia, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Thalia, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 2

Calliope, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Calliope, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 1

The Arts Round the Bust of Queen Kristina of Sweden. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
The Arts Round the Bust of Queen Kristina of Sweden, Unknown date

The Gallery of the Muses, in the Royal Museum at the Royal Palace, Stockholm, 1796. Creator: Per Hillestrom
The Gallery of the Muses, in the Royal Museum at the Royal Palace, Stockholm, 1796

Metamorphosis of the Pierides, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Metamorphosis of the Pierides, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 45

Portrait medallion from Frans Greenwood held by a muse, 1748. Creator: Aert Schouman
Portrait medallion from Frans Greenwood held by a muse, 1748

Erato, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Erato, 1592. Series: The Nine Muses, pl. 7

Urania, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Urania, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 9

Polyhymia, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Polyhymia, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 8

Euterpe, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Euterpe, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 6

Terpsichore, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Terpsichore, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 5

Clio, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Clio, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 4

Athena with the Muses, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Athena with the Muses, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 44

Le Triomphe de Voltaire, 1778/79. Creator: A. Duplessis
Le Triomphe de Voltaire, 1778/79

Front page, Vol. 28, Jan. to June 1846. Creator: Unknown
Front page, Vol. 28, Jan. to June 1846. Allegorical figures, with references to London's position as an international port, and centre for the arts and sciences

Apollo and the Muses on Parnassus, 1677-1755. Creator: Elias van Nijmegen
Apollo and the Muses on Parnassus, 1677-1755. Design for a painting

Muse with Lute, 1528-1594. Creator: Jacopo Tintoretto
Muse with Lute, 1528-1594

Thalia, c.1797. Creator: D. Watson
Thalia, c.1797

Apollo and Marsyas (Apollo and Daphnis), c. 1497. Creator: Perugino (ca. 1450-1523)
Apollo and Marsyas (Apollo and Daphnis), c. 1497. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Pegasus, 1663-1665. Creator: Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678)
Pegasus, 1663-1665. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

A Muse, 1815/1818. Creator: John Vanderlyn
A Muse, 1815/1818

Melpomene, probably c. 1470. Creator: Master of the S-Series Tarocchi
Melpomene, probably c. 1470

Erato, probably c. 1470. Creator: Master of the S-Series Tarocchi
Erato, probably c. 1470

Esquisse pour le salon des Lettres de l'Hôtel de ville de Paris : Les muses... c.1891-1896
Esquisse pour le salon des Lettres de l'Hotel de ville de Paris : Les muses parisiennes (plafond), between 1891 and 1896. Muses of Paris, ceiling design

Esquisse pour le salon des Lettres de l'Hôtel de ville de Paris : Les muses... c.1891-1896
Esquisse pour le salon des Lettres de l'Hotel de ville de Paris : Les muses parisiennes (plafond), between 1891 and 1896. Muses of Paris, ceiling design

The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1739: Mount Parnassus with Apollo, the Muses, and pegasus. Creator: M Sorello
The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1739: Mount Parnassus with Apollo, the Muses, and Pegasus

Apollo and the Muses, c. 1700

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In the realm of art and literature, they have always held a captivating allure. From Sappho's enchanting verses to the House of Muses, their influence knows no bounds. Just like Minerva Victorious over ignorance in that mesmerizing Roman mosaic, these divine beings inspire us to reach new heights. Among them are Thalia and Erato, who grace us with laughter and love through their poetic touch. Clio and Calliope guide our pens as we delve into history's depths, weaving tales that stand the test of time. Even Beethoven himself found solace in listening to his muse, as depicted in the evocative charcoal sketch from 1912. A glimpse at a Roman mosaic reveals the timeless beauty of these ethereal figures; they dance across its surface with grace and elegance. The Torre de Palm mosaic transports us back to an era where creativity flourished under their watchful eyes. Rhetorick comes alive within the pages of The Gentleman's Recreation by Richard Blome - a testament to how muses ignite our eloquence and rhetoric skills. As we explore THE NINE MUSES' vast domain, Terpsichore leads us on a rhythmic journey filled with music and dance. Faust immerses himself in profound studies while Milton's poems echo through centuries past - both driven by inspiration bestowed upon them by these celestial beings. Their presence is undeniable; they breathe life into every stroke of genius. Let us embrace this eternal connection between artist and muse, for it is through their guidance that masterpieces are born.