Homosexuals Collection

Naked modelling
Nude modelling by the sea. Naked artist is painting a friend. 1910. Date: 1910

Two ladies walking down a winding lane (engraving)
8634851 Two ladies walking down a winding lane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two ladies walking down a winding lane)

Radclyffe Hall, English poet and novelist (b/w photo)
8675962 Radclyffe Hall, English poet and novelist (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radclyffe Hall (1880-1943), English poet and novelist

The world upside down, 19th century (Epinal print))
ELD4836729 The world upside down, 19th century (Epinal print)); Private Collection; (add.info.: The world upside down, an imaginary land: a man wearing woman clothes (transvestite) - Epinal print

Two Young Women Kissing (Deux jeunes femmes s'embrassant), c. 1790-1794 (oil on canvas)
7488076 Two Young Women Kissing (Deux jeunes femmes s'embrassant), c. 1790-1794 (oil on canvas) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845); (add.info)

An Erotic Scene, mid 19th century (gouache with gold paint on paper)
1196916 An Erotic Scene, mid 19th century (gouache with gold paint on paper) by Qajar School (19th century); 17.3x11.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Ganymede, 1560 circa (bronze)
7146182 Ganymede, 1560 circa (bronze) by Ammannati, Bartolomeo (1511-92) (attr. to); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Ganymede, 1560 circa)

Ganymede, 1548-1550 (marble)
7146180 Ganymede, 1548-1550 (marble) by Cellini, Benvenuto (1500-71); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Ganymede, 1548-1550, Benvenuto Cellini, marble)

Bacchus and Ampelos, 1548-50 circa, (marble)
7146205 Bacchus and Ampelos, 1548-50 circa, (marble) by Vinci, Pierino da (1530-1553); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bacchus and Ampelos, 1548-50 circa)

Apollo and Hyacinthus, 1548 circa (marble)
7146184 Apollo and Hyacinthus, 1548 circa (marble) by Cellini, Benvenuto (1500-71); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Apollo and Hyacinthus, 1548 circa)

Jupiter and Ganymede, 18th century (painting)
7129462 Jupiter and Ganymede, 18th century (painting) by Mengs, Anton Raphael (1728-79); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Jupiter and Ganymede, Anton Raphael Mengs)

Group with Bacchus leaning on a Satyr, 130-150 AD (marble)
7146211 Group with Bacchus leaning on a Satyr, 130-150 AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Ganymede and the eagle, 1st/2nd century AD (marble)
7146679 Ganymede and the eagle, 1st/2nd century AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Ganymede and the eagle, 1st/2nd century AD)

Ganymede, 18th century (marble)
7146873 Ganymede, 18th century (marble) by Coustou, Guillaume I (1677-1746); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Ganymede, marble, signed by Guillame Coustou (1716-1777)

Roses dans la Nuit, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035637 Roses dans la Nuit, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Chant Pastoral, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035627 Chant Pastoral, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035603 Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035622 Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Marquise de Merteuils visit to Cecile de Volangess bedchamber, illustration from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre
3025986 Marquise de Merteuils visit to Cecile de Volangess bedchamber, illustration from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803) pub

La Flute, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035635 La Flute, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Vie de Bilitis, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035623 Vie de Bilitis, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Lykas, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035599 Lykas, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Caricature depicting King Henry III of France as a homosexual monster (engraving)
7186160 Caricature depicting King Henry III of France as a homosexual monster (engraving) by French School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Tombeau des Naiades, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035641 Le Tombeau des Naiades, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Nuit, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035639 La Nuit, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Danse des Fleurs, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035626 La Danse des Fleurs, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Portrait of Arthur Rimbaud aged 17, 1871 (coloured photo)
7286041 Portrait of Arthur Rimbaud aged 17, 1871 (coloured photo) by Carjat, Etienne (1828-1906); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bucoloques en Pamphylie, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035625 Bucoloques en Pamphylie, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Bedroom scene from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803) pub. 1934 (pochoir print)
3025985 Bedroom scene from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803) pub. 1934 (pochoir print) by Barbier

La Rencontre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035631 La Rencontre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Lettre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035620 La Lettre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

L Amour, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035600 L Amour, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Les Danses au Clair de Lune, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035630 Les Danses au Clair de Lune, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Desir, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035643 La Desir, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Elegies a Mytilene, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035642 Elegies a Mytilene, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Les Conseils, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035636 Les Conseils, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Lune aux Yeux Bleus, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035634 La Lune aux Yeux Bleus, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Bilitis, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035628 Bilitis, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035624 Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Le Deramantnier, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035605 Le Deramantnier, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Le Vieillard et les Nymphes, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035598 Le Vieillard et les Nymphes, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Les Bijoux, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035601 Les Bijoux, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Riviere de la Foret, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035629 La Riviere de la Foret, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

La Bague Symbolique, Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035597 La Bague Symbolique, Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

A gentleman kneels before a monk in a library, 18th century. 1911 (engraving)
7234827 A gentleman kneels before a monk in a library, 18th century. 1911 (engraving) by Borel, Antoine (1743-1810) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Epigrammes dans l Ile de Chypre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3035619 Epigrammes dans l Ile de Chypre, illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, by Pierre Louys, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier

"Thank you, sir;you re a gentleman!"(litho)
5998237 " Thank you, sir; you re a gentleman!" (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Thank you, sir; you re a gentleman)

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"Exploring the Rich History and Artistic Representations of Homosexuality" From ancient sculptures to modern illustrations, the depiction of homosexuality has been a recurring theme in art throughout history. The naked modelling figures like Ganymede, portrayed in bronze and marble during the 16th century, showcase the beauty and sensuality celebrated by artists. In Bacchus and Ampelos, another marble masterpiece from that era, we witness an intimate connection between two male figures. This portrayal challenges societal norms while highlighting love's diverse expressions. Apollo and Hyacinthus further exemplify same-sex relationships through their delicate marble forms. Their story serves as a reminder that love knows no boundaries or gender restrictions. Moving forward in time, an 18th-century painting titled Jupiter and Ganymede captures a moment of desire between two mythological characters. This artwork emphasizes how homosexuality was not only acknowledged but also embraced by some cultures throughout history. Even ancient Roman sculptures such as Group with Bacchus leaning on a Satyr (130-150 AD) or Ganymede and the eagle (1st/2nd century AD) depict homoeroticism openly, reflecting acceptance within certain societies at that time. Shifting gears to more recent works, we encounter Je Chant ma Chair & ma Vie from Les Chansons de Bilitis illustrated by Pierre Louys in 1922. This pochoir print celebrates lesbian love through its evocative imagery. Similarly, Roses dans la Nuit from the same collection showcases passionate connections between women expressed through artistry. These prints challenge taboos surrounding female same-sex relationships during early 20th-century France. Through these various artistic representations spanning centuries, it becomes evident that homosexuality is not merely a contemporary phenomenon but rather an intrinsic part of human existence since antiquity. These artworks serve as powerful reminders of our shared humanity regardless of sexual orientation – celebrating love in all its beautiful forms across time and cultures.