Roman Charity Collection

Caritas Romana. Allegory of Love, 1772. Creator: Carl Gustaf Pilo
Caritas Romana. Allegory of Love, 1772

Cimon and Pero, c.1655-c.1657. Creator: Willem Drost
Cimon and Pero, c.1655-c.1657

Cimon and Pero (Roman Charity), 1670-1750. Creator: Unknown
Cimon and Pero (Roman Charity), 1670-1750. Copy after Adriaen van der Werff

Cimon and Pero, c.1635. Creator: Workshop of Peter Paul Rubens
Cimon and Pero, c.1635

Cimon and Pero, c.1635. Creator: Govaert Flinck
Cimon and Pero, c.1635

Caritas Romana, n.d. Creator: Abraham Bloemaert
Caritas Romana, n.d

Cimon and Pero, ca. 1650-80. Creator: Cornelis van Caukercken
Cimon and Pero, ca. 1650-80

Roman Charity, c1612. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Roman Charity, c1612. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Cimon and Pero, ca. 1630-1700. Creator: Anon
Cimon and Pero, ca. 1630-1700

Roman Charity (La Chariteromaine). Creator: Claude Mellan
Roman Charity (La Charite romaine)

Cimon and Pero, ca. 1650-90. ca. 1650-90. Creator: Alexander Voet
Cimon and Pero, ca. 1650-90

Cimon and Pero, c. 1630. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
Cimon and Pero, c.1630. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Cimon Pero Roman Charity Caritas Romana Pero breastfeeds
Cimon and Pero (Roman Charity), Cimon and Pero or the Caritas Romana. Pero breastfeeds her father Cimon in prison, on the right a child with outstretched arms

Cimon Pero Roman Charity daughter breastfeeding
Cimon and Pero (Roman Charity), Cimon and Pero. The daughter is breastfeeding her father who is handcuffed in prison. On the right two soldiers in front of a barred window

Cimon Pero Roman Charity Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Cimon and Pero: Roman Charity; Jean-Baptiste Greuze (French, 1725 - 1805); France; about 1767; Oil on canvas; 65.4 × 81.4 cm (25 3, 4 × 32 1, 16 in.)

a Relief Fountainbleau Palace Gallery Francis I
After a Relief in Fountainbleau Palace, Gallery of Francis I: Roman Charity, 1500s. France, 16th century. Etching; sheet: 18.7 x 32.8 cm (7 3/8 x 12 15/16 in.); platemark

La chariteromain (Roman Charity), in an album containing Recueil de Compositions
La charite romain (Roman Charity), in an album containing Recueil de Compositions par Lagrenee Le Jeune (Collection of Compositions by Lagrenee the Younger), 1782-1821

Cimon and Pero, ca. 1631. Creator: Willem Panneels
Cimon and Pero, ca. 1631

La charite romain Roman Charity album containing Recueil de Compositions par Lagrenee
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"Roman Charity: A Tale of Sacrificial Love and Compassion" Throughout history, the timeless tale has captivated artists and viewers alike. This narrative depicts the selfless act of a daughter named Pero, who breastfeeds her imprisoned father Cimon in order to save him from starvation. The story's enduring power is evident in the numerous artistic interpretations it has inspired. One such rendition is Cornelis van Caukercken's "Cimon and Pero, " created between 1650-80. In this painting, we witness Pero's unwavering devotion as she nourishes her father with love and sustenance. Similarly, Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "Roman Charity" from 1612 captures the emotional intensity of this scene, emphasizing the bond between parent and child. The theme continues to resonate in other works like Claude Mellan's "Roman Charity (La Chariteromaine), " which showcases Pero's tenderness towards her father amidst their dire circumstances. Alexander Voet also explores this poignant narrative in his piece titled "Cimon and Pero, " while Willem Panneels' interpretation from around 1631 adds another layer of depth to their relationship. Sebald Beham's artwork from 1544 further immortalizes this tale by highlighting its significance across different eras. Additionally, Jean-Baptiste Greuze delves into the emotional nuances within Roman Charity through his unique portrayal. These various depictions serve as reminders that acts of compassion can transcend time and cultural boundaries. They remind us that love knows no bounds when it comes to caring for our loved ones, even under extreme circumstances. In essence, Roman Charity symbolizes humanity at its finest – an embodiment of sacrificial love that inspires us all to show empathy towards others. It teaches us about resilience in times of adversity and reminds us that familial bonds can endure even through unimaginable hardships.