Aristides Collection

An illiterate voter asking Aristides to write his name on a shard of pottery used as a ballot (colour litho)
6000261 An illiterate voter asking Aristides to write his name on a shard of pottery used as a ballot (colour litho) by Wulff

Aristides and the Citizen (colour litho)
960731 Aristides and the Citizen (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristides and the Citizen)

Portrait of Aristides (engraving)
819530 Portrait of Aristides (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristides, ancient Athenian statesman)

Aristides (engraving)
811060 Aristides (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristides. Athenian statesman, 530 BC - 468 BC. Engraving by John Chapman)

Great Men of Old, Aristides the Just (engraving)
2792803 Great Men of Old, Aristides the Just (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Men of Old, Aristides the Just. Illustration for Chatterbox (1893)

Aristide et le Paysan (engraving)
3645557 Aristide et le Paysan (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristide et le Paysan. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1870)

Ship dashed against ship, till the Persian dead strewed the deep like flowers
3082574 Ship dashed against ship, till the Persian dead strewed the deep like flowers, illustration from The Story of Greece, 1930s (colour litho) by Crane

Pictures from Grecian history (colour litho)
3622280 Pictures from Grecian history (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pictures from Grecian history.); © Look and Learn

Aristides (engraving)
655551 Aristides (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristides. Illustration from The Illustrated History of the World (Ward Lock, c 1880)

Clipper Ships: Aristides (colour litho)
6021628 Clipper Ships: Aristides (colour litho) by Spurling, Jack (1870-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristides)

"I am tired of hearing every one praise him for his justice, "replied the peasant (engraving)
2786884 " I am tired of hearing every one praise him for his justice, " replied the peasant (engraving) by English School

Aristides Agramonte, (1868-1931), 1920s. Artist: Aristides Agramonte
Dr Aristides Agramonte. Born in Puerto Principe in 1869, studied medicine in the United States and belonged to a research group which studied yellow fever in 1900

The Banishment of Aristides. After a 19th century engraving by Frederick Smythe from a painting by British artist Benjamin Robert Haydon

Aristides, C. Ad 140. Athenian Christian Philosopher. Engraved By J. W. Cook
Aristides, C.Ad 140. Athenian Christian Philosopher. Engraved By J.W.Cook

Summer evening at Hammars repair yard, 1885, by Albert Edel
Albert Edelfelt (1854-1905). Finnish painter. Summer evening at Hammars repair yard, 1885. National Museum of Art. Copenhagen. Denmark

Aristides the Just
ARISTIDES THE JUST Athenian statesman Date: 530 ? - 468 ? BC

Aristides (Athenian statesman, c. 550-c. 467 BC) and the Illiterate
Illustration of a Aristides (Athenian statesman, c.550-c.467 BC) and the Illiterate

Two Ostrakons of Aristides, Athenian politicians
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. The two Ostrakons of Aristides, called the Just (circa 530-462 b.C.) and of Themistocles (530/520-471 a.C.), Athenian politicians. 482 b. C

Aristides and the Farmer
Asked by Aristides why he had voted against him, the farmer replies, Because I m fed up with everyone describing you as Aristides the Just

Aristides Ostracised
Aristides the Just, victor of the Battle of Marathon, is approached in the Agora by an illiterate citizen, asking him to carve his name on a shell. Aristides is then ostracised

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Aristides, the embodiment of justice and wisdom, is a figure that transcends time. In the summer evening at Hammars repair yard in 1885, captured by Albert Edel's brushstrokes, Aristides stands tall amidst the bustling activity. His presence exudes authority and integrity as he navigates through the chaos. In another scene depicted in a colour lithograph, an illiterate voter seeks Aristides' assistance to etch his name on a shard of pottery used as a ballot. This humble act showcases not only Aristides' literacy but also his willingness to help those less fortunate. He understands that every voice matters in shaping society. Through various engravings and lithographs, we witness different aspects of Aristides' life. In one portrait engraving, his stern expression reveals determination and unwavering commitment to justice. Great Men of Old immortalizes him as "Aristides the Just, " emphasizing his reputation for fairness. Even in moments of conflict and turmoil, such as ships colliding against each other until Persian bodies blanket the sea like flowers, Aristides remains steadfast. Pictures from Grecian history remind us that amidst chaos and destruction, true leaders rise above adversity with grace. Clipper Ships: Aristides showcases his influence beyond land; even on turbulent waters, he commands respect and admiration. His legacy extends far beyond political boundaries - it encompasses all facets of life. Yet despite all these accolades bestowed upon him by others for his justness, there are dissenting voices too. A peasant expresses weariness towards constant praise for Aristides' virtue in an engraving titled "I am tired of hearing everyone praise him for his justice. " This moment reminds us that even great men have their critics; however unjustified they may be. Aristide et le Paysan captures this dichotomy beautifully - showcasing both adoration and skepticism surrounding this legendary figure who has left an indelible mark on history. In the end, Aristides remains an enigma.