Traitor Collection (page 5)

Mirabeau, (1749-1791), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Mirabeau, (1749-1791), 1830. Honore Gabriel Riqueti (1749-1791) leader of the early stages of the French Revolution. An orator who had the reputation of being a voice of the people

The Remorse of Judas, 1866, (c1930). Creator: Edward Armitage
The Remorse of Judas, 1866, (c1930). Biblical scene: Judas tries to give back the thirty pieces of silver he was paid to betray Christ. Painting in the Tate Gallery, London

Death of Pausanias, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Death of Pausanias, 1890. Pausanias, Spartan regent and general suspected of conspiring with Xerxes I during the Greco-Persian Wars, on arrest he escaped to the temple of Athena

Not more furiously on Menalippus temples Tydeus gnawed, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
Not more furiously on Menalippus temples Tydeus gnawed, than on that skull and on its garbage he, c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil visit a frozen lake

Then seizing on his hinder scalp, I cried: Name thee, or not a hair shall tarry here
Then seizing on his hinder scalp, I cried: " Name thee, or not a hair shall tarry here", c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil walk on a frozen lake

Take good heed, thy soles do tread not on the heads of thy poor brethren, c1890
" Look how thou walkest. Take good heed, thy soles do tread not on the heads of thy poor brethren", c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil walk on a frozen lake

The Unfortunate Death of Major Andre, 1780, (1790?). Creator: John Goldar
The Unfortunate Death of Major Andre, 1780, (1790?). British soldier Major John Andre (1751-1780) was hanged as a spy during the American War of Independence

Benedict Arnold - American military officer and traitor
Benedict Arnold (1741-1801) - American military officer and traitor who aided the British during the war of Independence. Date: circa 1790s

Thomas Blood, (1817). Colonel Thomas Blood (1618-1680), was an Anglo-Irish officer best known for his attempt to steal the Crown Jewels of England from the Tower of London in 1671

The Westminster canvass, 1784. Artist: William Dent
The Westminster canvass, 1784. Charles James Fox, as Guy Fawkes, being carried in a chair by his supporters Edward Hall and Sam House

How Mordred plotted against Sir Launcelot, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
How Mordred plotted against Sir Launcelot, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

A Spy in the Camp, c1890, (c1915). Artist: John Seymour Lucas
A Spy in the Camp, c1890, (c1915). From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

Arundel, Gloucester, Nottingham, Derby and Warwick, before the king, 1387 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Arundel, Gloucester, Nottingham, Derby and Warwick, before the king, Westminster, 1387 (1864). The Lords Arundel, Gloucester, Nottingham, Derby and Warwick before King Richard II

Cranmer at the Traitors Gate, 1886. Artist: CW Sharpe
Cranmer at the Traitors Gate, 1886. Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556) was the Archbishop of Canterbury during the reigns of the English kings Henry VIII and Edward VI

Robert Fay (on the left) and his two accomplices photographed in court, 1915. Robert Fay was a German spy during WWI who was convicted of trying to sabotage ships in American harbors

Benedict Arnold viewing the destruction of New London, 1781 (c1880). Arnold (1741-1801) fought for the American Continental Army from the outbreak of the War of Independence in 1775

Escape of Benedict Arnold, 1780 (c1880). Arnold (1741-1801) fought for the American Continental Army from the outbreak of the War of Independence in 1775, becoming one of its most effective generals

Les Traitants, c1750-1800, (1924)Artist: Jean-Honore Fragonard
Les Traitants, c1750-1800, (1924). A print from A History of French Etching from the 16th Century to the Present Day, by F L Leipnik, John Lane the Bodley Head Limited, London, 1924

Assassination of a French collaborator, Morocco, 1891. Artist: Henri Meyer
Assassination of a French collaborator, Morocco, 1891. A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 24th October 1891

William Parker (Lord Monteagle), receiving letter of warning of the plot, 1605. Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due

Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament, 1605 (19th century). Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due to open new

Cossacks searching for Japanese spies in a Manchurian village, Russo-Japanese War, 1904-5

Arrest of Guy Fawkes by Sir Thomas Knyvet
The arrest of Guy Fawkes by Sir Thomas Knyvet and others, following the foiled Gunpowder Plot, 5 November 1605. 1605

Sketch to Illustrate the Passions: Pride, c. 1853-55 (w / c, pen and graphite on paper)
XYC291018 Sketch to Illustrate the Passions: Pride, c.1853-55 (w/c, pen and graphite on paper) by Dadd, Richard (1817-86); 36.5x25.7 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Villain, thou diest: plate 10 from Othello (Act 5, Scene 1), etched 1844, reprinted 1900

Victorian scrap - Guy Fawkes and two of his co-conspirators in the Gunpowder Plot, 1605. late 19th century

Cardinal Wolsey Arrested for High Treason, having lost favour with King Henry VIII. circa 1530

Judas Iscariot. One of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ. Betrayal of Jesus to the hands of the chief Sanhedrin priests in exchange for a payment of thirty silver coins. Engraving by Bong

The Judas kiss (1866). Gospel of John. Drawing by Gustave Dore and engraving by Pannemaker

The Last Supper. Jesus announces to the apostles that one of them will betray. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Jesus predicts that Peter will betray him three times. Codex
Jesus predicts that Peter will betray him three times. Illuminated pages of the Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

The Traitor by E Hill-Mitchelson
Promotional postcard for The Traitor by E. Hill-Mitchelson. First produced as A Judas in Wigan, 27th July & Theatre Royal, Stratford, 23rd January 1903. Col

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Charles I leaving Westminster after his trial as an enemy of the nation, 1649. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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Benedict Arnolds signature on a pass given to British agent Major John Andre, 1780. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

EVRV2A-00157
Angry Americans burning Benedict Arnold in effigy after discovery of his treason, 1780. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Italo-Turkish War (1911-12) - Assault on an Arab Traitor
Italian assault on the house of an Arab Traitor. The Italo Turkish War was launched by Italy against Turkey, with the aim of gaining Libya

Alcibiades, Bust, Profile
ALCIBIADES Athenian general; though a friend of Socrates, he was dissolute in private and a traitor in his public life; assassinated by the Persians

Cartoon by Harold Auerbach, The Era of June? A comment on the controversial political issues of tariff reform, free trade, home rule and socialism. Date: 1910

Cartoon by Harold Auerbach, The Era of 1910? A comment on the controversial political issues of tariff reform, free trade, home rule and socialism. Date: 1910

Esterhazy & Picquart
Esterhazy attacks Picquart in the Avenue Victor Hugo; Picquart had found convincing evidence that Esterhazy was the true traitor in the Dreyfus Affair Date: 1898

Vivian Stranders Trial
Vivian Stranders (1881 - 1959) British man, at the time of his Paris trial, when he was accused of spying for Germany whilst living in France. His solicitor, Mr. Gervais (right)

Dreyfus: the Traitor
The people point out Dreyfus as a traitor against France, who has been betraying army secrets to the Germans Date: 1895

Isaac Le Chapelier
ISaC RENE GUY LE CHAPELIER French revolutionary statesman, dismayed by the terror, visited England whereupon he was arrested, and guillotined as a traitor. Date: 1754 - 1794

Tower London 1625-77 Etching second state two
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The Judas Kiss. (Matthew, Chapter XXVI, verses 48 to 54). Drawing by G. Dore and engraved by Pannemaker

The Judas kiss (1866). Gospel of John. Drawing by Gustave Dor and engraving by Pannemaker
The Judas kiss (1866). Gospel of John. Drawing by Gustave Dore and engraving by Pannemaker

Haman and Ahasuerus at the Feast of Esther (oil on canvas)
XMN91604 Haman and Ahasuerus at the Feast of Esther (oil on canvas) by Gelder, Aert de (1645-1727); 104x163 cm; Musee de Picardie, Amiens

Luciphers New Row-Barge, circa 1721 (engraving)
XJF867854 Luciphers New Row-Barge, circa 1721 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: BM 1865, 0114.430); English, out of copyright

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"Traitor: A Legacy of Betrayal and Deception" In the annals of history, the concept of a traitor has always struck fear into the hearts of nations. From ancient times to modern-day espionage, betrayal has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. Propaganda posters with powerful slogans like "careless talk costs lives" remind us that even seemingly innocent conversations can have dire consequences. The specter of treason looms large in our minds as we recall infamous events such as Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plotters' failed attempt to blow up Parliament in 1605. The Kiss of Judas, depicted in a mosaic capturing scenes from the life of Christ, serves as a haunting reminder that treachery can come from those closest to us. Just like Benedict Arnold persuading Major John Andre to conceal plans within his boot during their fateful meeting in 1780, loyalty can be shattered by personal gain or misguided ideals. History is rife with examples like Donald Maclean, an English diplomat turned KGB spy who betrayed his country's secrets for decades. Such acts leave us questioning motives and trust within our own ranks. Inside the Tower of London, where countless traitors met their fate, we witness a chilling montage that speaks volumes about human frailty and moral ambiguity. Even legendary figures like Lancelot were not immune to madness brought on by guilt or disloyalty. The arrest of Guy Fawkes by Sir Thomas Knyvet stands as a testament to justice prevailing over treachery. But it also reminds us that vigilance is necessary to protect against those who would undermine stability and security. Not all betrayals occur on grand stages; sometimes they unfold quietly behind closed doors. Sir Walter Raleigh laying his cape over a puddle for Queen Elizabeth I may seem chivalrous at first glance but masks deeper intentions—political maneuvering driven by personal ambition.