Polyhymnia Collection

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

Statue of Angerona, goddess of Rome, or Polinnia (Polyhymnia), muse of poetry. Seated with her finger on her lips
FLO4997287 Statue of Angerona, goddess of Rome, or Polinnia (Polyhymnia), muse of poetry. Seated with her finger on her lips

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

Polyhymnia, plate fifteen from Apollo and the Muses, c.1465. Creator: Unknown
Polyhymnia, plate fifteen from Apollo and the Muses, c.1465

Statue of Angerona, goddess of Rome, or Polinnia (Polyhymnia), muse of poetry. Seated with her finger on her lips. Copperplate engraving after an illustration by Giacomo Bossi from Pietro Paolo

Polyhymnia, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
Polyhymnia, ca. 1540-45

The apotheosis of Homer, bas-relief by Greek sculptor Archelaus of Priene
6340189 The apotheosis of Homer, bas-relief by Greek sculptor Archelaus of Priene by Migliavacca, Innocente (19th century); (add.info.: The apotheosis of Homer)

Polyhymnia. Creator: Kaulbach, Hermann von (1846-1909)
Polyhymnia. Private Collection

Statue of Zeus or Jupiter at Olympia, giant seated figure by the Greek sculptor Phidias around 435 BC at the sanctuary of Olympia, Greece. Giove Olimpico

Polyhymnia (lyrical poetry) and Euterpe (music) (chromolitho)
735751 Polyhymnia (lyrical poetry) and Euterpe (music) (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Polyhymnia (lyrical poetry) and Euterpe (music)

Sarcophagus of the Muses, Roman (marble)
PWI105604 Sarcophagus of the Muses, Roman (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; out of copyright

The Dance of Apollo with the Muses
AII79450 The Dance of Apollo with the Muses by Peruzzi, Baldassarre (1481-1536); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Capotoline sarcophagus bas relief representing the Nine Muses
6340162 Capotoline sarcophagus bas relief representing the Nine Muses by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Capotoline sarcophagus bas relief representing the Nine Muses)

Apollo presiding over the Music of the Spheres, from Practica Musicae
CHT163696 Apollo presiding over the Music of the Spheres, from Practica Musicae by Franchino Gaffurio, first published in 1496, illustration from Revue d Histoire du Theatre

MUSE / POLYHYMNIA
THE MUSE OF SONG, AND MIME

Polyhymnia, 1869. Creator: Giuseppe Fagnani
Polyhymnia, 1869

The Muse Polyhymnia. Creator: Romano, Giulio, (Workshop)
The Muse Polyhymnia. Found in the Collection of Museo dell Accademia Etrusca e della Citta di Cortona

The Muse Polyhymnia, ca 1459. Creator: Francesco del Cossa (1436-1478)
The Muse Polyhymnia, ca 1459. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The Muse Polyhymnia, First third of 17th cen. Found in the Collection of Muse e du Louvre, Paris

Four Muses (From Regia Carmina by Convenevole da Prato). Artist: Pacino di Buonaguida (active 1302-1343)
Four Muses (From Regia Carmina by Convenevole da Prato). Found in the collection of British Library

Polyhymnia, Muse of Eloquence, 17th century. Artist: Simon Vouet
Polyhymnia, Muse of Eloquence, 17th century. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Statue of Polyhymnia, Muse of Sacred Song, Oratory, and Singing. Roman, after a Greek model of the mid 4th century BC. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Polyhymnia heroic hymns Tarocchi series D Apollo
Polyhymnia (heroic hymns) (from the Tarocchi series D: Apollo and the Muses, #15), before 1467. Master of the E-Series Tarocchi (Italian, 15th century). Engraving hand-colored with gold

Polyhymnia Muse Eloquence Erato Lyrical Poetry
Polyhymnia, Muse of Eloquence; Erato, Muse of Lyrical Poetry; Apollo, God of Light, Eloquence, Poetry and the Fine Arts with Urania, Muse of Astronomy; Calliope, Muse of Epic Poetry; Clio

Polyhymnia Muse Eloquence 1800 Charles Meynier
Polyhymnia, Muse of Eloquence, 1800. Charles Meynier (French, 1768-1832). Oil on canvas; overall: 275 x 177 cm (108 1/4 x 69 11/16 in.)

Polyhymnia, Calliope and Urania, Greek muses.. Handcolored copperplate engraving engraved by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf after illustrations by Leonard Defraine from Mythology in Prints

The harmony of the spheres. Apollo, god of music, oversees the eight muses connected to eight gods and goddess. Date: 15th century

Polyhymnia ca 1540-45 Etching Sheet trimmed
Artokoloro

Polyhymnia ca 1540-45 Engraving Sheet trimmed
Artokoloro

Muses Euterpe Polyhymnia Calliope Clio Terpsichore
Artokoloro

Minerva with the Muses (oil on canvas)
XIR71579 Minerva with the Muses (oil on canvas) by Stella, Jacques (1596-1657); 116x162 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Polyhymnia, Hendrick Goltzius, 1592

Poetry and Music, the Nine Muses inspiring Arion, Orpheusan Pythagoras, under the
XJF147315 Poetry and Music, the Nine Muses inspiring Arion, Orpheusan Pythagoras, under the auspices of the Personified Air, source of all Harmony

Landscape with three music-making muses, Eustache Lesueur Bernard Picart, 1683 - 1733

MUSE: POLYHYMNIA. Muse of sacred poetry; German line engraving, late 19th century

Polyhymnia, Euterpe
Polyhymnia muse of mime and Euterpe muse of flute-playing

The Muses (Zuccaro)
Clio - Thalia - Terpsichore - Euterpe - Polyhymnia - Calliope - Erato - Urania - Melpomene

The Muses (Bell)
Clio - Thalia - Terpsichore - Euterpe - Polyhymnia - Calliope - Erato - Urania - Melpomene

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"Polyhymnia: The Muse of Lyrical Poetry and Music" Step into the world of ancient art and mythology as we explore the captivating figure of Polyhymnia, one of the nine Greek muses. This Roman mosaic from the 3rd-4th century AD, found in Torre de Palm, depicts a stunning portrayal of these inspirational goddesses. In this enchanting mosaic, Polyhymnia stands alongside her fellow muses Calliope and Urania. Their graceful forms exude elegance and creativity, reminding us of their role as patrons of literature, science, and the arts. Another depiction by an anonymous artist showcases Polyhymnia herself during the Renaissance period. Created between 1540-1545, this artwork captures her divine beauty with intricate details that highlight her significance in inspiring poets and musicians throughout history. The influence extends beyond visual arts; she is also celebrated in sculpture. In "The Apotheosis of Homer, " sculpted by Archelaus of Priene, we witness a breathtaking bas-relief where she pays homage to the legendary poet himself. Her presence emphasizes how poetry intertwines with music to create masterpieces that transcend time. Hermann von Kaulbach's rendition further immortalizes Polyhymnia's essence through his statue depicting her serene countenance. As viewers gaze upon this masterpiece created between 1846-1909, they can almost hear melodies flowing from her lips – a testament to her connection with Euterpe, muse of music. Ancient Rome recognized Polinnia or Angerona as their own version - a goddess associated with silence and secrecy. A majestic statue dedicated to either deity reminds us that inspiration takes many forms across different cultures. Chromolithographs bring forth vibrant colors when portraying both Euterpe's musical prowess and Polyhymnia's lyrical poetry side by side.