Terpsichore Collection

DANCE: HARKNESS THEATRE. Mural by Enrique Senis-Oliver from the proscenium arch of the Harkness Theatre, on Broadway and 62nd Street in New York City, depicting dancers paying homage to Terpsichore

Advert for Palais de Danse, Hammersmith, London, 1921 - the temple of terpsichore Date: 1921

Roman mosaic of the Muses. 3rd-4th century AD. Torre de Palm
Roman mosaic of the Muses. From left to right: Calliope, Euterpe, Erato, Thalia, Melpomene, Clio, Polyhymnia, Urania, Terpsichore. 3rd-4th century AD. From Torre de Palma

Muses - Terpsichore
Terpsichore muse of dance

Terpsichore, 1592. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Terpsichore, 1592. From The Nine Muses, pl. 5

The Muse Terpsichore, c. 1768. Creator: Augustin Pajou
The Muse Terpsichore, c. 1768

Terpsichore, plate thirteen from Apollo and the Muses, c.1465. Creator: Unknown
Terpsichore, plate thirteen from Apollo and the Muses, c.1465

Celebrities in the guise of Gods and Muses - Anrep Mosaic
Celebrities in the guise of Gods and Muses - represented in mosaics in the National Gallery, London Entrance Hall - the work of Boris Anrep (1883 - 1969), a Russian mosaicist active in Britain. 1933

The Big Five J Class yachts racing downwind, 1934. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Big Five J Class yachts racing downwind, 1934

Melpomene, Terpsichore and Erato, Greek muses.. Handcolored copperplate engraving engraved by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf after illustrations by Leonard Defraine from Mythology in Prints

Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
3362170 Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Terpsichore, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1542-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Terpsichore, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1542-45

Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail of the rear part with the bare shoulders and the chignon, 1820 (marble)
6343001 Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail of the rear part with the bare shoulders and the chignon, 1820 (marble) by Monti, Gaetano Matteo (1776-1847); Seminario Vescovile, Cremona

Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail of the hand, 1820 (marble)
6343000 Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail of the hand, 1820 (marble) by Monti, Gaetano Matteo (1776-1847); Seminario Vescovile, Cremona, Italy; (add.info.: Tersicore danzante (Danzatrice), 1820

Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail of the feet, 1820 (marble)
6342999 Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail of the feet, 1820 (marble) by Monti, Gaetano Matteo (1776-1847); Seminario Vescovile, Cremona, Italy; (add.info.: Tersicore danzante (Danzatrice), 1820

Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail, 1820 (marble)
6342998 Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), detail, 1820 (marble) by Monti, Gaetano Matteo (1776-1847); Seminario Vescovile, Cremona, Italy; (add.info.: Tersicore danzante (Danzatrice), 1820

Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), 1820 (marble)
6342997 Dancing Terpsichore (Dancer), 1820 (marble) by Monti, Gaetano Matteo (1776-1847); Seminario Vescovile, Cremona, Italy; (add.info.: Tersicore danzante (Danzatrice), 1820

Divinities of the Greeks and Romans (coloured engraving)
998045 Divinities of the Greeks and Romans (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Terpsichore (dance) (chromolitho)
735754 Terpsichore (dance) (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terpsichore (dance)

Statue of Zeus or Jupiter at Olympia, giant seated figure by the Greek sculptor Phidias around 435 BC at the sanctuary of Olympia, Greece. Giove Olimpico

Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
ALI168790 Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Portrait of Mademoiselle Guimard as Terpsichore (oil on canvas)
993953 Portrait of Mademoiselle Guimard as Terpsichore (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); 195.5x120.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Turkey Trot, The Agony of Terpsichore
Page from The Bystander showing Oscar and Suzette demonstrating various steps from the new ragtime dance, the Turkey Trot, which they were performing at the London Hippodrome in 1912

Terpsichore, muse of dance, holding a lyre
Terpsichore, muse of dance, holding a cithara or lyre. Copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli from his Antiquities of Herculaneum (Antichita di Ercolano), Rome, 1789

Terpsichore (engraving)
3653677 Terpsichore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terpsichore, Antique statue in the Vatican)

Terpsichore, Muse of the Choral Dance (photogravure)
961174 Terpsichore, Muse of the Choral Dance (photogravure) by Baudry, Paul (1828-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terpsichore)

Sarcophagus of the Muses, Roman (marble)
PWI105604 Sarcophagus of the Muses, Roman (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; out of copyright

Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
PHD838 Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

The Dance of Apollo with the Muses
AII79450 The Dance of Apollo with the Muses by Peruzzi, Baldassarre (1481-1536); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Muse of Music, c. 1800 (oil on paper)
CJP126434 The Muse of Music, c.1800 (oil on paper) by English School, (19th century); 30.4x20.3 cm; Private Collection; eCharles Plante Fine Arts; English, out of copyright

Sarcophagus of the Muses, detail depicting Calliope, Polyhymnia and Terpsichore, c
XIR155910 Sarcophagus of the Muses, detail depicting Calliope, Polyhymnia and Terpsichore, c.160 AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Polymnia, muse of music)

Terpsichore and Erato, by Henry Holiday (engraving)
5208887 Terpsichore and Erato, by Henry Holiday (engraving) by Holiday, Henry (1839-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terpsichore and Erato, by Henry Holiday)

Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
5310827 Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Terpsichore (chromolitho)
975919 Terpsichore (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terpsichore. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Capotoline sarcophagus bas relief representing the Nine Muses
6340162 Capotoline sarcophagus bas relief representing the Nine Muses by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Capotoline sarcophagus bas relief representing the Nine Muses)

Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
LRI4610324 Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Musei e Gallerie Pontificie, Musei Vaticani

Experiments with the American Torpedo-Shells at Chatham (engraving)
1610653 Experiments with the American Torpedo-Shells at Chatham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Experiments with the American Torpedo-Shells at Chatham)

Apollo presiding over the Music of the Spheres, from Practica Musicae
CHT163696 Apollo presiding over the Music of the Spheres, from Practica Musicae by Franchino Gaffurio, first published in 1496, illustration from Revue d Histoire du Theatre

The Ocean Race of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, the Vessels off the Noman (engraving)
1102687 The Ocean Race of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, the Vessels off the Noman (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Lumley Testimonial, Terpsichore (engraving)
1096055 The Lumley Testimonial, Terpsichore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lumley Testimonial, Terpsichore)

Muse Terpsichore, Early 1770s. Creator: Torelli, Stefano (1712-1784)
Muse Terpsichore, Early 1770s. Found in the collection of State Open-air Museum Oranienbaum

Landscape with Apollo and the Muses, 1674. Creator: Claude Lorrain
Landscape with Apollo and the Muses, 1674

Terpsichore, 1869. Creator: Giuseppe Fagnani
Terpsichore, 1869

Thalia and Terpsichore, 1719. Creator: Vleughels, Nicolas (1668-1737)
Thalia and Terpsichore, 1719. Found in the Collection of Slovak National Gallery, Bratislava

The Muse Terpsichore. Creator: Fanfani, Enrico (1810-1910)
The Muse Terpsichore. Private Collection

The cutter racing yacht Terpsichore running downwind, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter racing yacht Terpsichore running downwind, 1922. Terpsichore was built in 1920 as a competitor to the Kings Britannia. It was later renamed Lulworth

Four Muses (From Regia Carmina by Convenevole da Prato). Artist: Pacino di Buonaguida (active 1302-1343)
Four Muses (From Regia Carmina by Convenevole da Prato). Found in the collection of British Library

Ballerina Marie-Madeleine Guimard (1743-1816) as Terpsichore. Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
Ballerina Marie-Madeleine Guimard (1743-1816) as Terpsichore. Private Collection

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Terpsichore, the enchanting goddess of dance, has captivated hearts and minds throughout history. From ancient Roman mosaics to modern-day murals, her graceful presence is celebrated in various art forms. In the heart of New York City's Harkness Theatre stands a mesmerizing mural by Enrique Senis-Oliver. Painted in 1974, it depicts dancers paying homage to Terpsichore herself. This breathtaking artwork serves as a testament to the enduring power and beauty of dance. Travel back in time to 1921 London with an advert for Palais de Danse in Hammersmith. It beckons all lovers of dance to immerse themselves in its vibrant atmosphere, where Terpsichore's spirit undoubtedly thrives. A stunning Roman mosaic from the 3rd-4th century AD showcases the Muses, among them Terpsichore. These divine beings inspire artists and performers alike with their boundless creativity and passion for movement. Melpomene, Terpsichore, and Erato stand united as Greek muses – embodiments of artistic inspiration across multiple disciplines. Their influence extends far beyond dance alone; they ignite sparks within poets and musicians too. Step into Raphael's Stanza della Segnatura fresco from 1510-11 titled "Parnassus, " where Terpsichore graces Pegasus' side on Mount Parnassus. Here she joins other muses who guide humanity towards artistic enlightenment. The exhilaration continues as we witness the Big Five J Class yachts racing downwind in 1934. Just like these majestic vessels glide through water effortlessly, dancers channel Terpsichorean grace through every step they take on stage. Ancient Rome comes alive once more through depictions of musical instruments that accompanied dances dedicated to Terpsichore centuries ago. The melodies created by these instruments echo her eternal rhythm even today.