Magnanimity Collection

Scenes of Divine Justice and Judgment of Solomon, c.1560-70 (silk and wool)
CUL4903959 Scenes of Divine Justice and Judgment of Solomon, c.1560-70 (silk and wool); 330x450 cm; (add.info.: The Seven Virtues)

Scenes of Divine Justice and Judgment of Solomon, c.1560-70 (silk and wool)
CUL4904030 Scenes of Divine Justice and Judgment of Solomon, c.1560-70 (silk and wool); 330x450 cm; (add.info.: The Seven Virtues)

Scenes of Divine Justice and Judgment of Solomon, c.1560-70 (silk and wool)
CUL4903996 Scenes of Divine Justice and Judgment of Solomon, c.1560-70 (silk and wool); 330x450 cm; (add.info.: The Seven Virtues)

The generosity of Scipio Africanus, c.1557. Creator: Gambara, Lattanzio (around 1530-1574)
The generosity of Scipio Africanus, c.1557. Found in the Collection of the Museo di Santa Giulia, Brescia

The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, c1500. Creator: Michele da Verona
The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, c1500

Fete at Norton Hall, the seat of C. Cammell, Esq. 1860. Creator: J. Sugman
Fete at Norton Hall, the seat of C. Cammell, Esq. 1860. Event to celebrate the 50th birthday of landowner, businessman and manufacturer Charles Cammell

The Continence of Scipio, 1765-1770. Creator: Giacinto Diana
The Continence of Scipio, 1765-1770

"Restored", by J. Clark, 1862. Creator: Unknown. "Restored", by J. Clark, 1862. Creator: Unknown
"Restored", by J. Clark, 1862. Engraving of a painting....what charming studies of character are this father and daughter, going perhaps to, or coming from, church

The Prince at Grass and The Prince in Clover, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO193109 The Prince at Grass and The Prince in Clover, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The History of Hannibal, c. 1570 (tapestry)
CUL4894073 The History of Hannibal, c.1570 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); (add.info.: The History of Hannibal: Hannibal in Italy. ca. 1570)

Magnanimity of the Black Prince. A. D. 1356 (colour litho)
670074 Magnanimity of the Black Prince. A.D. 1356 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magnanimity of the Black Prince. A.D. 1356)

Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco)
5949079 Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Cordellina, Montecchio Maggiore, Vicenza, Veneto

Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco)
5949080 Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Cordellina, Montecchio Maggiore, Vicenza, Veneto

Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco)
5949078 Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Cordellina, Montecchio Maggiore, Vicenza, Veneto

The Continence of Scipio, c. 1706. Creator: Sebastiano Ricci
The Continence of Scipio, c. 1706. [The Roman general Scipio Africanus refuses to hold a woman as a captive of war]

Emperor Napoleon I according Madame de Polignac the grace of her husband
872826 Emperor Napoleon I according Madame de Polignac the grace of her husband (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan, Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt

"With malice towards none;with charity for all". President Lincolns entry into Richmond, April 4th
2775172 " With malice towards none; with charity for all". President Lincolns entry into Richmond, April 4th, 1865 (chromolitho) by American School

Honour to the vanquished (chromolitho)
2815927 Honour to the vanquished (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Honour to the vanquished. Napoleon passing a column of Austrian prisoners)

Prince Edward serves John of Artois at table after having defeated him at Poitiers
984765 Prince Edward serves John of Artois at table after having defeated him at Poitiers, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub

The Magnanimous Minister, Chastising Prussian Perfidy. -vide-Morning Chronicle April
The Magnanimous Minister, Chastising Prussian Perfidy.-vide-Morning Chronicle April 28th, May 2, 1806

Prince Edward serves John of Artois at table after having defeated him at Poitiers, 1356 (1864). Edward the Black Prince (1330-1376) consoles John of Artois (1321-1387)

The Continence of Scipio. Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

The Continence of Scipio Africanus, 1600. Artist: Mander, Karel van, the Elder (1548-1606)
The Continence of Scipio Africanus, 1600. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Scipio Africanus Freeing Massiva. Artist: Tiepolo, Giambattista (1696-1770)
Scipio Africanus Freeing Massiva. Found in the collection of Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

The Triumph of Scipio Africanus. Artist: Apollonio di Giovanni di Tommaso (ca. 1415-1465)
The Triumph of Scipio Africanus. Private Collection

An Allegory (Vision of a Knight), c. 1504. Artist: Raphael (1483-1520)
An Allegory (Vision of a Knight), c. 1504. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, c1727-1769. Artist: Francesco Fontebasso
The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, c1727-1769. Fontebasso, Francesco (1709-1769). Found in the collection of the State M. Ciurlionis Art Museum, Kaunas

The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, 1640. Artist: Nicolas Poussin
The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, 1640. Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Louis XIV Presenting Peace to Europe, early 18th century. Artist: Francois Lemoyne
Louis XIV Presenting Peace to Europe, early 18th century. Louis XIV (1638-1715), King of France from 1643, known as The Sun King (Le Roi Soleil)

The Family of Darius before Alexander, 333 BC, (c1745). Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
The Family of Darius before Alexander, 333 BC, (c1745). After the Battle of Issus in 333 BC, the family of Darius III of Persia was at the mercy of Alexander the Great who treated them with

continence Scipio magnanimity man woman kneel
The continence of Scipio, The magnanimity of Scipio. The man and the woman kneel before the general Scipio who reunites the couple with a hand gesture. Precious crockery is on the stairs

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Magnanimity of Emperor Napoleon towards the Princess of Hatzfeld, 1806 (colour litho)
XIR781324 Magnanimity of Emperor Napoleon towards the Princess of Hatzfeld, 1806 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Allegory of Magnanimity; Luca Giordano, Italian (Neapolitan), 1634 - 1705; about 1670; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 180.3 x 180.3 cm (71 x 71 in.)

Family of Darius before Alexander. After battle of Issus (333 BC) Darius IIIs family were at mercy of Alexander the Great who treated them with magnanimity

LORENZETTI, Ambrogio (1285-1348). Allegory of the Good Government. 1338-1340. ITALY. Siena. Public Palace. Located in the Sala dei Nove. Detail of the Magnanimity. On her feet, soldiers

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Magnanimity, a virtue that transcends time and cultures, is beautifully depicted in various works of art throughout history. In the tapestry "The History of Hannibal, " created around 1570, we witness the magnanimous spirit of this great military leader. Similarly, in the lithograph "Magnanimity of the Black Prince" from 1356, we are reminded of noble acts performed by historical figures. One cannot overlook Scipio Africanus when discussing magnanimity. The frescoes depicting his character showcase his generosity and benevolence towards others. Whether it be through Sebastiano Ricci's painting "The Continence of Scipio" or Giambattista Tiepolo's fresco "The Magnanimity of Scipio, " these artworks capture moments where he exemplifies this admirable trait. Even Emperor Napoleon I recognized the importance as he granted Madame de Polignac her husband's grace. This act demonstrates how even those with immense power can choose to show compassion and forgiveness. In American history, President Lincoln embodied magnanimity during his entry into Richmond on April 4th, 1865. His famous quote "With malice towards none; with charity for all" reflects his commitment to reconciliation and unity after a long and divisive civil war. Lastly, let us not forget about honoring the vanquished as shown in chromolithographs like "Honour to the Vanquished. " Magnanimity extends beyond victory; it includes treating defeated opponents with respect and dignity. Throughout centuries and across different mediums such as tapestries, lithographs, frescoes, and paintings - from ancient Rome to medieval Europe to modern America - artists have captured moments that embody magnanimity. These artworks serve as reminders that true greatness lies not only in triumph but also in one's ability to extend kindness and mercy towards others.