Traitor Collection (page 6)

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

PROY2A-00058
Charles I leaving Westminster after his trial as an enemy of the nation, 1649. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

EVRV2A-00084
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
Artokoloro

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

The Pompadour General, published by George Bickham, 1759 (engraving)
XJF867782 The Pompadour General, published by George Bickham, 1759 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: BM J, 1.104); English, out of copyright

Colonel Benedict Arnold, pub. London, 1776 (mezzotint)
BAL4920 Colonel Benedict Arnold, pub. London, 1776 (mezzotint) by English School, (18th century); Brown University Library, Providence, Rhode Island

The Last Supper (tempera & gold leaf on panel)
BAL412160 The Last Supper (tempera & gold leaf on panel) by Russian School, (15th century); 80x61 cm; Cathedral of the Annunciation, The Kremlin, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

The Kiss of Judas (fresco)
XIR386039 The Kiss of Judas (fresco) by French School, (12th century); Eglise de St. Martin de Nohant-Vic, France; French, out of copyright

The Last Supper (fresco)
XIR386038 The Last Supper (fresco) by French School, (12th century); Eglise de St. Martin de Nohant-Vic, France; (add.info.: La Derniere Cene; Judas gives bread to Jesus; ); French, out of copyright

Sir Felim O Neill of Kinard (engraving)
XJF384097 Sir Felim O Neill of Kinard (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Felim O Neill of Kinard (d.1653)

Judas repents and in remorse, returns the thirty pieces of silver (colour litho)
KW360493 Judas repents and in remorse, returns the thirty pieces of silver (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Judas Isacriot)

Arrest of the Duke of Gloucester, illustration from Cassells Illustrated
XJF324305 Arrest of the Duke of Gloucester, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) by English School

Portrait of Ivan Mazepa, hetman of the Ukrainian cossacks (oil on canvas)
BAL322453 Portrait of Ivan Mazepa, hetman of the Ukrainian cossacks (oil on canvas) by Zemlykov, Stepan (19th century); Regional Art Museum, Chernigov

The Capture of Wolfe Tone in 1798 (engraving)
XJF347946 The Capture of Wolfe Tone in 1798 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theobold Wolfe Tone (1763-98)

Old Sayings and Predictions verified and fulfilled, touching the young King of Scotland
XJF347918 Old Sayings and Predictions verified and fulfilled, touching the young King of Scotland and his gued Subjects, published in 1651 (engraving) by English School

Sir John Eliot in prison, from The National and Domestic History of England
KW329941 Sir John Eliot in prison, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

The Three False Brethren (engraving) (b / w photo) (see also 250720)
XJF250719 The Three False Brethren (engraving) (b/w photo) (see also 250720) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Bickham the Elder (1684-1759); Daniel Defoe

Delilah (oil on canvas)
XIR247764 Delilah (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 80 x 63.5 cm; Musee Gustave Moreau, Paris, France; (add.info.: Dalila; wife of the Philistine Samson; ); French, out of copyright

The Spy, Episode of the Siege of Paris, 1871 (oil on canvas)
XIR207060 The Spy, Episode of the Siege of Paris, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Carpeaux, Jean-Baptiste (1827-75); 90.5x118 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; French, out of copyright

The Tears of St. Peter (oil on canvas)
XIR180620 The Tears of St. Peter (oil on canvas) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652) (studio of); 107x85 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Larmes de Saint Pierre; ); French, out of copyright

Wise woman of Abel Beth Maacah, Jan Collaert (II), Philips Galle, Cornelis Kiliaan, 1588 - 1595

Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford (1593-1641) 1633-6 (oil on canvas)
BAL14172 Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford (1593-1641) 1633-6 (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 229.9x142.9 cm; Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

The Escape of Arnold on the British Sloop-of-War Vulture, illustration
BAL108970 The Escape of Arnold on the British Sloop-of-War Vulture, illustration from General Washington by Woodrow Wilson, pub

Delilah (w / c on paper)
XIR208579 Delilah (w/c on paper) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 25x17.5 cm; Musee Gustave Moreau, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Representation of the figures exhibited and paraded through the streets of Philadelphia
XJF105016 Representation of the figures exhibited and paraded through the streets of Philadelphia on Saturday 30th September 1780 (engraving) (b&w photo) by American School

Sir Thomas Wyatt (c. 1521-54) Attacking the Byward Tower (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF136368 Sir Thomas Wyatt (c.1521-54) Attacking the Byward Tower (engraving) (b/w photo) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

GUY FAWKES (1570-1606). English conspirator. Fawkes (third from right) and the Gunpowder Plot conspirators. Etching, 1605

BENEDICT ARNOLD: TREASON. Proclamation by Benedict Arnold, issued in New York after his flight to British lines in 1780, urging members of the Continental Army to join his Majestys Arms

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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.