Adultress Collection

Paolo Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini, 1905 (marble)
8683397 Paolo Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini, 1905 (marble) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); Musee Rodin, Paris, France; (add.info.: "Paolo Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini")

Two postcards fantasy the wife and a friend around 1900 (photo)
PCT4256520 Two postcards fantasy the wife and a friend around 1900 (photo); © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2023

King Louis XIV (1638-1715) and his mistress Madame de Montespan or Athenais de Montespan
ELD4928940 King Louis XIV (1638-1715) and his mistress Madame de Montespan or Athenais de Montespan

Paolo and Francesca da Rimini in Hell
8683377 Paolo and Francesca da Rimini in Hell, before 1861 (India ink wash and white tempera on brown tinted paper) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Musee d'Art Moderne et Contemporain, Strasbourg

Winter evenings at home (litho)
8663959 Winter evenings at home (litho) by Pont (Graham Laidler) (1908-40); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winter evenings at home. A game of hide and seek)

Illustration for the novel Joseph Balsamo, 19th century (engraving)
PCT4293137 Illustration for the novel Joseph Balsamo, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: King Louis XV receives in Versailles Madame Dubarry (Countess Jeanne du Barry or Becu, 1743-1793)

Paolo and Francesca, 1909 (oil on canvas)
8683393 Paolo and Francesca, 1909 (oil on canvas) by Previati, Gaetano (1852-1920); Galleria d'arte moderna e contemporanea, Ferrara, Emilia Romagna

Dido's despair, caricature making fun of Horatio Nelson and Lady Emma Hamilton's relationship
MMM5481908 Dido's despair, caricature making fun of Horatio Nelson and Lady Emma Hamilton's relationship, 1801 (engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); National Maritime Museum, London

Christ with the Adulterous Woman, 1550-1580

Sir Richard Worsley. Portrait. (print)
7419960 Sir Richard Worsley. Portrait. (print) by Cardon, Antoine (1772-1813); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2023

Charger, c. 1750 (porcelain)
XOS5878252 Charger, c

Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, detail, c. 1700 (oil on wood)
7305331 Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, detail, c.1700 (oil on wood) by Cranach, Lucas the Elder (1472-1553) (after); Nasjonalmuseet, Oslo

Adultery, c. 1850 (engraving)
1702134 Adultery, c

Adultery, c. 1830 (engraving)
1702147 Adultery, c

Punishment of infidelity (engraving)
7186167 Punishment of infidelity (engraving) by Italian School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punishment of infidelity)

Two red-coat soldiers running off with a tailors wife, Georgian, 1831 (engraving)
7234801 Two red-coat soldiers running off with a tailors wife, Georgian, 1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson

Cunigunde of Luxembourg, wife of the Holy Roman Emperor Henry II
7147862 Cunigunde of Luxembourg, wife of the Holy Roman Emperor Henry II

Infidelity of women (woodcut)
7201536 Infidelity of women (woodcut) by Italian School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Infidelity of women)

Satirical depiction of an adulterous woman and a cuckold (copper engraving)
7201532 Satirical depiction of an adulterous woman and a cuckold (copper engraving) by French School

Punishments for adultery (colour litho)
7201511 Punishments for adultery (colour litho) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punishments for adultery)

Jesus Christ and the woman caught in adultery (engraving)
7149701 Jesus Christ and the woman caught in adultery (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus Christ and the woman caught in adultery)

Jesus and the woman caught in adultery (engraving)
7172458 Jesus and the woman caught in adultery (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus and the woman caught in adultery (John 8)

Unfaithful wife (colour litho)
7201535 Unfaithful wife (colour litho) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unfaithful wife being visited by her lover as her husband rides away)

Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, after 1532 (oil on wood)
FIA5331927 Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, after 1532 (oil on wood) by Cranach, Lucas the Younger (1515-86); 84x123 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Husband discovering and punishing his wifes lover (copper engraving)
7201579 Husband discovering and punishing his wifes lover (copper engraving) by French School

Husband pretending to be asleep while his wife is in bed with her lover (woodcut)
7201497 Husband pretending to be asleep while his wife is in bed with her lover (woodcut) by German School

Punishment of an adulterous couple (woodcut)
7201494 Punishment of an adulterous couple (woodcut) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punishment of an adulterous couple)

Francesca da Rimini and Paolo Malatesta (oil painting)
7172251 Francesca da Rimini and Paolo Malatesta (oil painting) by Feuerbach, Anselm (1829-80); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francesca da Rimini and Paolo Malatesta)

Christ and the Adultress, c. 1525 (oil on canvas)
827724 Christ and the Adultress, c.1525 (oil on canvas) by Kemmer, Johann (c.1495-1561); 86.5x96 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ and the Adultress. Johann Kemmer (b.1495). Oil on panel

Italian cartoon on the adulterous wife, 17th Century (litho)
5208510 Italian cartoon on the adulterous wife, 17th Century (litho) by Italian School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian cartoon on the adulterous wife, 17th Century)

Scarlet Letter protagonist Hester Prynne
Hester Prynne and her daughter Pearl, from Hawthornes " The Scarlet Letter". Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Hunt from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1836

Hester Prynne wearing the Scarlet Letter A in a scene from Hawthornes novel. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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"Exploring the Complexities of Adultery Through Art and History" Joseph and the Potiphar's wife, 17th century (oil on canvas): This captivating painting depicts the biblical tale of Joseph resisting the advances of Potiphar's wife, showcasing the consequences of temptation. Christ and the adulteress, c. 1545-48 (oil on canvas): A powerful portrayal of forgiveness and compassion as Jesus confronts a woman caught in adultery, reminding us that redemption is possible even in our darkest moments. C. 1510 (tempera on wood): Another rendition of this iconic scene emphasizes Christ's wisdom and mercy when faced with society's judgmental gaze towards those who have strayed from societal norms. Portrait of French criminal Marie Catherine Taperet Lescombat and her lover Henri Mongeot (engraving): An intriguing glimpse into a real-life scandal where love led to crime; this engraving captures both their defiance against social conventions and their eventual downfall. Charger, c. 1750 (porcelain): This exquisite porcelain piece symbolizes how adultery was often associated with luxury or indulgence during this era – a reminder that infidelity transcends class boundaries. Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, detail, c. 1700 (oil on wood): The intricate details within this artwork highlight not only Jesus' ability to challenge societal norms but also his empathy towards individuals facing condemnation for their actions. Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, c. 1700 (oil on wood): A larger composition capturing an important moment where Jesus challenges religious authorities while offering hope to those burdened by guilt or shame due to their choices. Criminal Conversation - [Trials for Adultery: or, The History of Divorces. London: S. Bladon, 1780. ].