Suppliant Collection

The Rebuke of Adam and Eve, 1740. Creator: Charles-Joseph Natoire
The Rebuke of Adam and Eve, 1740

Book of Hours, 1300-1400. Creator: Unknown
Book of Hours, 1300-1400. Men and women kneeling with hands raised in supplication

Arab at Prayer, c1860. Creator: Charles Théodore Frère
Arab at Prayer, c1860

A reception by the Mikado, in former times.; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
A reception by the Mikado, in former times.; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875.From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Buddhist high-priest worshipped by his subordinates; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist high-priest worshipped by his subordinates; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

La Suppliante, 1829. Creator: Claude-Marie Dubufe
La Suppliante, 1829. The Supplicant, detail of clasped hands

La Suppliante, 1829. Creator: Claude-Marie Dubufe
La Suppliante, 1829. The Supplicant. Woman wearing an expression of intense devotion, her lips parted, gaze turned towards heaven

Suppliant Kneeling before the Virgin and Child, c. 1519. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Suppliant Kneeling before the Virgin and Child, c. 1519

Scene from Dutch History: Supplicants before Ruler, n.d. Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe
Scene from Dutch History: Supplicants before Ruler, n.d

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Suppliant; Supplicant; Supplikant (engraving)
7197638 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Suppliant; Supplicant; Supplikant (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suppliant; Supplicant; Supplikant)

St Valentines Day bank note from the Bank of Love, Temple of Hymen, promising to pay the entire love of the suppliant, signed by the Governor of the bank, Cupid. Date: 1867

Otto IV receiving the Suppliant Prencess Beatrix (engraving)
655760 Otto IV receiving the Suppliant Prencess Beatrix (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Otto IV receiving the Suppliant Princess Beatrix)

Emperor Henry IV, a suppliant to Pope Gregory VII (engraving)
971198 Emperor Henry IV, a suppliant to Pope Gregory VII (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emperor Henry IV, a suppliant to Pope Gregory VII)

Study for Mary Magdalene, 1870s. Creator: Unknown
Study for Mary Magdalene, 1870s

Sketch for The Coronation of Napoleon, c1807, (1921). Creator: Jacques-Louis David
Sketch for The Coronation of Napoleon, c1807, (1921). Le Couronnement de l Empereur. Preparatory study for a painting of the coronation of Emperor Napoleon I (1769-1821)

Sketch of Josephine at Napoleons coronation, 2 December 1804, (1921). L Imperatrice Josephine au couronnement. Preparatory study from life of Napoleons empress consort Josephine de Beauharnais

Statuette of supplicant kneeling. Held at the Louvre

Binzeru, The Japanese God of Healing

Noble, Officer, Etc C14
A seated nobleman reproves a suppliant, while an official looks on; all are wearing long gowns, the suppliant is plainly dressed and bare- headed Date: 14th century

St Valentines Day bank note from Lovers Banking Company
St Valentines Day bank note from the Lovers Banking Company, Temple of Hymen, promising to pay the entire love of the suppliant, signed by the Governor of the bank, Cupid. Date: circa 1860s

St Valentines Day bank note from the Bank of Love, Temple of Hymen, promising to pay the entire love of the suppliant, signed by the Governor of the bank, Cupid. 1860s

A Rich Man Spurns a Ragged Beggar, from A Christall Glass of Christian Reformation
XJF100256 A Rich Man Spurns a Ragged Beggar, from A Christall Glass of Christian Reformation by Stephen Bateman, 1569 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by English School

Feasting Fox
A feasting fox resents the intrusion of a suppliant crocodile

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In the realm of art and history, the concept of a suppliant takes center stage. From ancient engravings to modern-day banknotes, this captivating figure has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. One such depiction is found in Charles-Joseph Natoire's masterpiece "The Rebuke of Adam and Eve" from 1740. Here, we witness their supplication before a higher power, seeking forgiveness for their transgressions. Their humble posture and pleading eyes evoke a sense of remorse that resonates with viewers across time. Moving forward in time, we encounter an engraving titled "Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Suppliant; Supplicant; Supplikant. " This intricate artwork captures the essence of supplication through its detailed portrayal of a person kneeling with hands clasped together in fervent prayer. The artist skillfully conveys the vulnerability and desperation inherent in being a supplicant. A surprising twist awaits us on St Valentine's Day when we stumble upon a banknote from the Bank of Love adorned with images symbolizing love and devotion. Among them is an image depicting two lovers engaged in supplication - perhaps beseeching for eternal love or reconciliation. History also offers glimpses into moments where powerful figures find themselves as suppliants. Otto IV receiving Princess Beatrix showcases how even royalty can be humbled by circumstances beyond their control. Similarly, Emperor Henry IV finds himself as a suppliant before Pope Gregory VII, highlighting the complexities within religious power dynamics. Artistic renderings further explore this theme through various lenses. A study for Mary Magdalene portrays her as a penitent suppliant seeking redemption for her past sins while Orestes' plea to Apollo depicts his desperate entreaty for justice after committing matricide. Even Napoleon Bonaparte cannot escape this motif as seen in sketches related to his coronation ceremony.