Putto Collection (page 8)

Map of the southern (Austrian) Netherlands, 1719. Creator: Joachim Ottens
Map of the southern (Austrian) Netherlands, 1719. Novissima et accuratissima decem Austriacarum in Belgio provinciarum tabula, ut sunt ducatus Brabantiae, Luxembergensis, Limburgensis, et Geldriae

Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust with putti, 1806. Creator: Bartholomeus Ziesenis
Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust with putti, 1806. A bust with putti, on a column

Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust, 1806. Creator: Bartholomeus Ziesenis
Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust, 1806. A bust with grieving putto, on a column

Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust in a niche, 1806. Creator: Bartholomeus Ziesenis
Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust in a niche, 1806

Annunciation to the Shepherds, 1595-1603. Creator: Joachim Anthonisz Wtewael
Annunciation to the Shepherds, 1595-1603. In keeping with the biblical account, the night sky bursts open and the splendour of the Lord shines on the shepherds, some of whom are still asleep

Allegory of Hedvig Eleonora, 1636-1715, crowned by Minerva, 1654. Creator: Jurgen Ovens
Allegory of Hedvig Eleonora, 1636-1715, crowned by Minerva, 1654

Cartoon of Pieter Kouwenburg van Beloys, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
Cartoon of Pieter Kouwenburg van Beloys, 1710-1720. Pieter Kouwenburg van Beloys was a judge of Van Oldenbarnevelt. Rhino with plumes in wreath of cherries and leaves

Cupids, 1881. Creator: Julius Kronberg
Cupids, 1881

Cupid, 1878. Creator: Julius Kronberg
Cupid, 1878

Cartoon of Karel Nys, Provoost, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
Cartoon of Karel Nys, Provoost, 1710-1720. Karel Nys was a provost of Van Oldenbarnevelt; Stork with head in the air. In wreath of flowers and leaves

Cartoon of Jacob Broekhoven, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
Cartoon of Jacob Broekhoven, 1710-1720. Jacob Broekhoven was a judge of Van Oldenbarnevelt; Fox with orange breeches, cloak, bonnet with orange plume, in wreath of grape vines

Cartoon of Hugo Muys van Holy, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
Cartoon of Hugo Muys van Holy, 1710-1720. Hugo Muys van Holy was a judge of Van Oldenbarnevelt; Mouse with 2 swords and white hat with orange plume in wreaths of flowers and leaves

Danaë and the Shower of Gold, 1753. Creator: Jonas Hoffman
Danae and the Shower of Gold, 1753

Bacchus and Ariadne, late 18th century. Creator: Jonas Akerstrom
Bacchus and Ariadne, late 18th century

Map of Noord-Holland and part of Friesland, 1726-1750. Creator: Anon
Map of Noord-Holland and part of Friesland, 1726-1750. At the bottom right the title cartouche with figures around it including a man with a horse, satyrs, putti

Assumption of the Virgin, 1640-1672. Creator: Jacob Willemsz de Wet the elder
Assumption of the Virgin, 1640-1672

Cupid and Venus. Creator: Jan Philipsz van Bouckhorst
Venus with a Burning Heart and Cupid Drawing his Bow

Cupid and Venus. Creator: Jan Philipsz van Bouckhorst
Venus with a Burning Heart and Cupid by her Side

The little art lovers, 1840-1886. Creator: Hippolyte Michaud
The little art lovers, 1840-1886

Three putti with a torch, eagle and bow, 1800-1900. Creator: Anon
Three putti with a torch, eagle and bow, 1800-1900

Allegory of freedom, 1701. Creator: Mattheus Terwesten
Allegory of freedom, 1701

Portrait of Wilhelmina of Prussia in a medallion with allusions to her marriage to Prince William V Creator
Portrait of Wilhelmina of Prussia in a medallion with allusions to her marriage to Prince William V on 4 October 1767 in Berlin (Frederika Sophia Wilhelmina), 1767

The Captain of God's Army Appearing to Joshua, 1660-1663. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
The Captain of God's Army Appearing to Joshua, 1660-1663. Other Title(s): King Amaziah and the Man of God

Aeneas Receiving a New Set of Armour from Venus, 1660-1663. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
Aeneas Receiving a New Set of Armour from Venus, 1660-1663. Other Title(s): Thetis Presenting Achilles with a new Suit of Armor from the Forge of Vulcan

Chronicon Abbatis Urspergen, 1515. Creators: Daniel Hopfer, Burchard of Ursperg
Chronicon Abbatis Urspergen, 1515

Allegory of Peace, 1700-1725. Creator: van Kessel
Allegory of Peace, 1700-1725

Three children with two dogs, 1771. Creator: Juriaan Andriessen
Three children with two dogs, 1771

Three children playing with a goat, 1771. Creator: Juriaan Andriessen
Three children playing with a goat, 1771

Allegorical portrait of Carlos III standing on a pedestal flanked by figures (War and Peac... 1778)
Allegorical portrait of Carlos III standing on a pedestal flanked by figures (War and Peace?), 1778

Allegory of Freedom, 1790. Creator: Johannes van Dregt
Allegory of Freedom, 1790

Allegory on the Dutch Raid on the Medway (1667), with a Portrait of Cornelis de Witt, 1668. Creator: Cornelis Bisschop
Allegory on the Dutch Raid on the Medway (1667), with a Portrait of Cornelis de Witt, 1668

Portrait of a man, possibly a member of the van Citters family, 1678. Creator: Gaspar Netscher
Portrait of a man, possibly a member of the van Citters family, 1678

Allegory, unknown date. Creator: Anon
Allegory, unknown date

Portrait of Johannes Goedaert, 1734-1785. Creator: Jan Stolker
Portrait of Johannes Goedaert, 1734-1785. Dutch 17th-century naturalist, entomologist and painter

The Holy Virgin's chronology book of hours, c.1400. Creator: Unknown
The Holy Virgin's chronology book of hours, c.1400

Allegory of the Death of William V, Prince of Orange, 1806. Creator: Nicolaas Pieneman
Allegory of the Death of William V, Prince of Orange, 1806

Four Putti with Grapes, c.1725-c.1774. Creator: Anon
Four Putti with Grapes, c.1725-c.1774

Four Putti Carrying a Fruit Basket, c.1725-c.1774. Creator: Anon
Four Putti Carrying a Fruit Basket, c.1725-c.1774

Ceres, Venus, Bacchus and Sleeping Amor, c.1705-c.1754. Creator: Jacob de Wit
Ceres, Venus, Bacchus and Sleeping Amor, c.1705-c.1754. Design for an overmantel

Aurora, mid 17th-early 18th century. Creator: School of Carlo Cignani
Aurora, mid 17th-early 18th century

Apollo, mid 17th-early 18th century. Creator: School of Carlo Cignani
Apollo, mid 17th-early 18th century

Industry: design for a wall painting in Rotterdam, c.1908-c.1917. Creator: Huib Luns
Industry: design for a wall painting in Rotterdam, c.1908-c.1917. Shipyard with workers; cherubs and gods above

Sea: design for a wall painting in Rotterdam, c.1908-c.1917. Creator: Huib Luns
Sea: design for a wall painting in Rotterdam, c.1908-c.1917. Poseidon, cherubs, seahorses, steamship and buoy

Title page for art book with coloured drawings, 1745-1808. Creator: Gerard van Nijmegen
Title page for art book with coloured drawings, 1745-1808. Round cartouche with title, surrounded by female figures and putti

The four church fathers discuss the Lord's Supper. Creator: Pieter de Grebber
The four church fathers discuss the Lord's Supper

Ornament with sacrificial Vestal Virgin, 1677-1755. Creator: Elias van Nijmegen
Ornament with sacrificial Vestal Virgin, 1677-1755

Design for a room painting with stone arches with a fountain and a view of a garden, 1677-1755

Mourning putti hanging garlands on a monument, 1677-1755. Creator: Elias van Nijmegen
Mourning putti hanging garlands on a monument, 1677-1755. Design for a painting

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"Putto: The Cherubic Symbol of Beauty and Mythology" In the realm of art, the putto has been a recurring motif, captivating audiences with its innocent charm and ethereal presence. From classical masterpieces to risqué engravings, this cherubic figure has left an indelible mark on artistic expression. One such iconic portrayal is found in Alexandre Cabanel's "The Birth of Venus" (1875), where a putto hovers above the goddess as she emerges from the sea foam. This celestial being adds an enchanting touch to Botticelli's timeless masterpiece. Similarly, in "The Feast of Venus, " we witness a playful gathering of putti surrounding the Roman goddess herself. Their mischievous smiles hint at their role as Cupid's helpers, spreading love and desire throughout ancient mythology. Moving forward through time, Gustav Naujok presents us with his depiction of St. Cecilia (1891). Here, a putto accompanies the saintly figure while she plays her musical instrument – symbolizing heavenly harmony and divine inspiration. However, not all representations are quite so angelic. In an engraved title page from an English priapic novel (1783), we encounter more provocative imagery featuring lascivious putti engaging in amorous pursuits. Such works pushed societal boundaries and explored themes that were considered scandalous at the time. Aubrey Beardsley's illustrations for "The Savoy" further challenge conventions by depicting whimsical yet erotic scenes involving these mythical beings. These intricate drawings showcase Beardsley's unique style while exploring sensuality through the lens of fantasy. Yet amidst these contrasting portrayals lies George Romney's "Lady Hamilton as the Goddess of Health. " Painted around 1790 but rediscovered in 1920s Britain, this artwork depicts Emma Hamilton embodying vitality personified by a charming putto accompanying her graceful form. Beyond paintings and engravings, putti have also found their way into architectural ornamentation.