Fruitfulness Collection

FREYR
Freyr is the brother of Freja, and the Scandinavian god of fruitfulness, crops, sun and rain

Pomona, late 17th-early 18th century. Creator: Robert Tournieres
Pomona, late 17th-early 18th century

Achelous Defeated by Hercules, The Origin of the Cornucopia. (Allegory of Fruitfulness), 1649. Creator: Jacob Jordaens
Achelous Defeated by Hercules. The Origin of the Cornucopia. (Allegory of Fruitfulness), 1649

Vertumnus and Pomona, 1613 (oil on canvas)
5670799 Vertumnus and Pomona, 1613 (oil on canvas) by Goltzius, Hendrik (1558-1617); 90x149.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info)

Vertumnus and Pomona (oil on copper)
5058836 Vertumnus and Pomona (oil on copper) by Avont, Pieter van (c.1600-32); 55 x 73 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info)

Autumn, from a series of tile panels for the Dutch Kitchen
BAL14762 Autumn, from a series of tile panels for the Dutch Kitchen, 1867-8 (glazed earthenware tile) by Poynter, Edward John (1836-1919); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Fruit Still Life in a Landscape, c. 1862-72 (oil on canvas)
3588521 Fruit Still Life in a Landscape, c.1862-72 (oil on canvas) by Roesen, Severin (c.1820-72); 92.1x128.3 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; German, out of copyright

Landscape, Fruit and Flowers, 1862 (lithograph)
3614081 Landscape, Fruit and Flowers, 1862 (lithograph) by Palmer, Frances Flora Bond (Fanny) (c.1812-76); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Portrait of a Lady as Pomona (oil on canvas)
3937464 Portrait of a Lady as Pomona (oil on canvas) by Ranc, Jean (1674-1735); 94x83 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info)

Landscape with Vertumnus and Pomona, c. 1595-1600 (oil on canvas mounted on board)
3367002 Landscape with Vertumnus and Pomona, c.1595-1600 (oil on canvas mounted on board) by Bloemaert, Abraham (1566-1651); 86.4x99.1 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT

Pomona, 1564-5 (oil on canvas)
3087018 Pomona, 1564-5 (oil on canvas) by Vriendt, Frans (Floris) de (1518/9-70); 115.5x134 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm

Allegory fertile Friesland Title page B Schotanus
Allegory of fertile Friesland Title page for: B. Schotanus, Representation of the glory of Friesland, 1718, Astronomy is central on a pedestal, with a map of Friesland on its thigh

Autumn, 1641 (etching)
XJF407361 Autumn, 1641 (etching) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: from a set of 4 female figures symbolising the four seasons; ); Czech, out of copyright

Month / March
En moy vient bien fructifiant [I am the month of fruitfulness]

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"Fruitfulness: A Bountiful Celebration of Life's Harvest" In the realm of art, the concept has been depicted in various forms throughout history. From ancient mythological tales to still life masterpieces, artists have captured the essence of abundance and fertility through their creations. One such portrayal is seen in "Vertumnus and Pomona, " painted by an unknown artist in 1613. This oil on canvas artwork showcases Vertumnus, the Roman god of seasons and change, wooing Pomona, the goddess of fruitful abundance. Their union symbolizes the harmonious cycle of growth and fruition that nature bestows upon us. Another rendition can be found in "Fruit Still Life in a Landscape" by an unidentified painter from c. 1862-72. This captivating oil on canvas composition transports us to a lush landscape teeming with vibrant fruits. The meticulous attention to detail reminds us of nature's generosity and its ability to provide sustenance for our bodies and souls. The theme continues with "Landscape, Fruit and Flowers, " a lithograph created in 1862 by an anonymous artist. Here we witness a picturesque scene where fruits intertwine with blossoming flowers against a backdrop of serene landscapes. It serves as a gentle reminder that fruitfulness extends beyond mere nourishment; it encompasses beauty, harmony, and serenity. Moving away from traditional depictions is "The Infancy of Bacchus" painted around 1700-10 by another unknown artist. This oil on canvas masterpiece portrays Bacchus as an infant surrounded by grapes – symbols synonymous with fertility – hinting at his future role as the god associated with wine-making and revelry. "Pomona, " painted by another unidentified artist in 1564-5, showcases this Roman goddess herself amidst bountiful harvests while embodying fecundity personified through her graceful presence.