Jaspar Collection

The Great Gale of Last Week (engraving)
1037448 The Great Gale of Last Week (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Gale of Last Week)

The Three Magi on Horseback, 13th century (stained glass)
PC129067 The Three Magi on Horseback, 13th century (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Saint Julien Cathedral, Le Mans, France; French, out of copyright

A carved jasper model of a rhinoceros, c. 1900 (jasper, diamonds
1195942 A carved jasper model of a rhinoceros, c. 1900 (jasper, diamonds, silk and velvet lined wood case) by FabergA©

The historian John Besly, after Jaspar Isaac, 1861. Creator: Charles Meryon
The historian John Besly, after Jaspar Isaac, 1861

Adoration of the Magi (tempera on panel)
BAL5892 Adoration of the Magi (tempera on panel) by Mostaert, Jan (c.1475-c.1555); Selborne Church, Hampshire, UK; (add.info)

Jason and the Argonauts, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Jason and the Argonauts, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Scamander, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Scamander, 1615. Scamander fought on the side of the Trojans during the Trojan War. In this context, he is the personification of the Scamander River that flowed from Mount Ida across the plain

Rhodogune, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Rhodogune, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Comus, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Comus, 1615. In Greek mythology, Comus or Komus is the god of festivity, revels and nocturnal dalliance. Depicted as a young man on the point of unconsciousness from drink with a wreath of flowers

The Nile, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Nile, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

The Players, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Players, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Ajax the Lesser, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Ajax the Lesser, 1615. Locrian Ajax was the leader of the Locrian contingent during the Trojan War. He is a significant figure in the Iliad and is mentioned in the Odyssey

The fall of Phaeton, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The fall of Phaeton, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615

Amphion, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Amphion, 1615. Amphion and Zethus (also Zethos), in ancient Greek mythology, were the twin sons of Zeus by Antiope. They are important characters in one of the two founding myths of the city of

Menecee, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Menecee, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Memnon, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Memnon, 1615. In Greek mythology, Memnon was an Ethiopian king and son of Tithonus and Eos, he brought an army to Troys defense and was killed by Achilles in retribution for killing Antilochus

Fables, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Fables, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Amor, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Amor, 1615. In Roman mythology, Cupid (Latin cupido) is the god of erotic love. He is equated with the Greek god Eros. Another of his Latin names is Amor

Marsh, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Marsh, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

The Bosporus or Bosphorus, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Bosporus or Bosphorus, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615

Cupidons, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Cupidons, 1615. In Roman mythology, Cupid (Latin cupido) is the god of erotic love. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs

The Hours or Days, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Hours or Days, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615

Dodona, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Dodona, 1615. Dodona in Epirus, northwestern Greece, was a prehistoric oracle devoted to the Greek god Zeus and the Mother Goddess identified at other sites with Rhea or Gaia, but here called Dione

Weaver, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Weaver, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

La Naissance, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
La Naissance, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Les Etreines, (Gift), 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Les Etreines, (Gift), 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615

Venus, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Venus, 1615. Venus was a major Roman goddess principally associated with love and beauty, but originally a vegetation goddess and patroness of gardens and vineyards

La Nourriture, (Food), 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
La Nourriture, (Food), 1615. In Greek mythology, the centaurs are a race of creatures composed part human and part horse. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates

Hippolytus, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Hippolytus, 1615. In Greek mythology, Hippolytus (Greek for loose horse) was a son of Theseus and either Antiope or Hippolyte. He was identified with the Roman forest god Virbius

Ariadne, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Ariadne, 1615. Ariadne, in Greek mythology, was daughter of King Minos of Crete and his queen, Pasiphae. She is associated both with the battle of Theseus and the Minotaur; and with the god Dionysus

Pelops and Hippodamia, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Pelops and Hippodamia, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615

Pentheus, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Pentheus, 1615. In Greek mythology, Pentheus was a king of Thebes, son of the Echion and Agave. Pentheus was pulled down and torn limb from limb by his own mother and other Bacchae in their frenzy

Satyrs, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Satyrs, 1615. In Greek mythology, satyrs are young humans, possibly with horse ears, that roamed the woods and mountains, and were the companions of Pan and Dionysus

Midas, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Midas, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Olympus, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Olympus, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Semele, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Semele, 1615. In Greek mythology, Semele, daughter of Cadmus and Harmonia, was the mortal mother of Dionysus by Zeus in one of his two parallel origin myths

The Fisherman, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Fisherman, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Thiodamas, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Thiodamas, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Pasiphae, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Pasiphae, 1615. Wife of King Minos of Crete. When the gods sent Minos a beautiful white bull, he did not sacrifice it as he should have done

Title page of Les Images Des Deux Philostrates, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Title page of Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates. 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs

Pan, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Pan, 1615. Pan is the Greek god of nature who watches over shepherds and their flocks: paein means to pasture. He has the hindquarters, legs, and horns of a goat

Thessalie, (Thessaly), 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Thessalie, (Thessaly), 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615

The Birth, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Birth, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Pelops, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Pelops, 1615. In Greek mythology, Pelops was a son of Tantalus and Dione. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris

Atlas, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Atlas, 1615. In Greek mythology, Atlas was one of the primordial Titans. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris

The Burial of Abdere, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Burial of Abdere, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615

Antigone, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Antigone, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

The Tyrrhenians, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
The Tyrrhenians, 1615. The Tyrrhenians or Tyrsenians is an exonym used by Greek authors to refer to a non-Greek people. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates

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"Jaspar: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of Jaspar, where history and art intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From The Great Gale of Last Week's powerful engraving to The Three Magi on Horseback's exquisite stained glass, each piece tells a unique story. Marvel at the intricate details of a carved jasper model of a rhinoceros from the 1900s, adorned with sparkling diamonds that add an enchanting touch. This masterpiece showcases the craftsmanship and creativity of its time. The historian John Besly immortalized by Charles Meryon captures our attention, reminding us of the importance of preserving history through art. His portrait serves as a testament to his contributions in unraveling the mysteries of our past. In Adoration of the Magi, vibrant tempera paints bring this religious scene to life on wooden panels. It transports us back in time, allowing us to witness this sacred moment with awe-inspiring clarity. Michel de Marolles' depiction of Jason and the Argonauts takes us on an epic adventure filled with mythical creatures and heroic deeds. The artist's skillful brushstrokes breathe life into these legendary figures, making them leap off the canvas. Leonard Gaultier's series captivates us further - Scamander reveals a river god flowing gracefully amidst nature's beauty; Rhodogune exudes elegance as she graces our gaze; Comus enchants with his mischievous charm; The Nile immerses us in its majestic waters; The Players transport us backstage for glimpses behind their theatrical masks; Ajax the Lesser stands tall as he commands attention. Jaspar is not just about individual artworks but also about connecting threads that weave together tales from different eras. It invites you to explore diverse narratives while appreciating artistic brilliance across centuries. So step into Jaspar’s realm – where imagination meets reality – and let these captivating artworks transport you to a world of wonder and inspiration.