Luxuria Collection

I sette vizi capitale (The seven main sins). Creator: Fabbi, Fabio (1861-1946)
I sette vizi capitale (The seven main sins). Found in the Collection of the Museo Ottocento Bologna.

The Haywain or Tribulations of human life (Tapestry), ca 1550-1565. Creator: Brussels Manufactory (1515-1525)
The Haywain or Tribulations of human life (Tapestry), ca 1550-1565. Found in the collection of the Patrimonio Nacional, Madrid

Allegory of Virtues, ca 1529. Creator: Correggio (1489-1534)
Allegory of Virtues, ca 1529. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

The Seven Deadly Sins: Greed, c. 1570. Creator: Backer, Jacob, de (1540/45-ca. 1600)
The Seven Deadly Sins: Greed, c. 1570. Found in the Collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

The Penitent Mary Magdalene visited by the Seven Deadly Sins, c. 1608-1610. Private Collection

Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue. Artist: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

The Seven Virtues, c. 1450. Artist: Pesellino, Francesco di Stefano (1422-1457)
The Seven Virtues, c. 1450. Found in the collection of the Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham, Alabama

Man Having to Choose between the Virtues and Vices, 1635. Artist: Francken, Frans, the Younger (1581-1642)
Man Having to Choose between the Virtues and Vices, 1635. From a private collection

Luxuria or Lust, 1558. Found in the Collection of Het Noordbrabants Museum, ‘ s-Hertogenbosch

The Seven Deadly Sins. Found in the Collection of Geneva Fine Arts Foundation

The Seven Deadly Sins. Artist: Bosch, Hieronymus (c. 1450-1516)
The Seven Deadly Sins. Private Collection

The Prosperity. Artist: Tintoretto, Domenico (1560-1635)
The Prosperity. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Repentant Mary Magdalene. Artist: Crayer, Caspar de (1584-1669)
The Repentant Mary Magdalene. Found in the collection of Musee des beaux-arts de Valenciennes

Young Man Between Virtue and Vice. Artist: Veronese, Paolo (1528-1588)
Young Man Between Virtue and Vice. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Allegory of Wealth. Artist: Vouet, Simon (1590-1649)
Allegory of Wealth. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Acedia (Sloth) From the series Seven Deadly Sins, 1557. Artist: Bruegel (Brueghel), Pieter, the Elder (ca 1525-1569)
Acedia (Sloth) From the series Seven Deadly Sins, 1557. Found in the collection of the Albertina, Vienna

Allegory of Luxuria, ca 1426. Artist: Pisanello, Antonio (1395-1455)
Allegory of Luxuria, ca 1426. Found in the collection of the Albertina, Vienna

The Seven Virtues, c. 1467-1469. Artist: Guidi (called Scheggia), Antonfrancesco (1441-1476)
The Seven Virtues, c. 1467-1469. Found in the collection of the Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Allegory of Virtue and Riches, ca. 1665-1667. Artist: Schalcken, Godfried Cornelisz (1643-1706)
Allegory of Virtue and Riches, ca. 1665-1667. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Dream of Human Life, after 1533. Artist: Buonarroti, Michelangelo, (School)
The Dream of Human Life, after 1533. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Outer ornamental considered important inner well
Outer ornamental is considered more important than inner well-being. Allegories about human care for the body and the neglect of the soul (series title)

Lust Luxuria Seven Deadly Sins 1558 Engraving
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Lust, Jan van der Bruggen, 1681-1689

Lust, Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, unknown, 1558

Lust (Luxuria), Jacob Matham, Franco Estius, 1593

Debauchery, Raphael Sadeler (I), 1592

Female beholds a richly dressed lady who is chained to the World, Lust and the Devil, Jan Luyken, Pieter Arentsz II, 1687

Woman pointing to richly dressed woman who is led on a string by Sin and is surrounded by death and Satan, Jan Luyken, Pieter Arentsz II, 1687

Picture No. 11072721
Multi-barred Cardinalfish during night dive Batu Angus dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Multi-barred Cardinalfish

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Luxuria, the Latin word for lust or luxury, has been a recurring theme in art throughout history. From the medieval period to the Renaissance and beyond, artists have depicted this vice in various forms and contexts. In "The Seven Virtues" by Pesellino, we see Luxuria as one of the seven deadly sins that humans must overcome to achieve moral perfection. This painting from the 15th century reminds us of the importance of self-control and temperance. Hieronymus Cock's engraving titled "Luxury" captures the allure and temptation associated with indulgence. The black-and-white photo emphasizes the contrast between light and darkness, symbolizing our struggle between virtue and vice. In "Luxuria or Lust, " Luxuria takes center stage as an embodiment of desire and sensuality. Created in 1558, this artwork serves as a cautionary tale about succumbing to earthly pleasures without restraint. "The Penitent Mary Magdalene visited by the Seven Deadly Sins" portrays Luxuria alongside other vices seeking redemption from Mary Magdalene. This piece from the early 17th century reminds us that even those consumed by sin can find forgiveness through repentance. Andrea Mantegna's masterpiece "Minerva Expelling Vices from the Garden of Virtue" depicts Luxuria being banished along with other sins. The artist highlights how virtue triumphs over temptation when guided by wisdom. Hieronymus Bosch's depiction of "The Seven Deadly Sins" showcases Luxuria among a grotesque ensemble representing all vices. His intricate details serve as a reminder of humanity's propensity for sinful desires if left unchecked. Domenico Tintoretto's painting titled "Prosperity" presents an alternative perspective on luxuries - it celebrates abundance and material wealth while urging viewers not to let these possessions corrupt their souls.