Androcles Collection

Androcles and the lion (chromolitho)
974474 Androcles and the lion (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Androcles and the lion)

Androcles and the Lion by Shaw
The play Androcles and the Lion by George Bernard Shaw at the St Jamess Theatre, London

The Shepherd and the Lion, from Fontaine Fables, pub. 1905 (engraving)
3472032 The Shepherd and the Lion, from Fontaine Fables, pub. 1905 (engraving) by Billingshurst, Percy J. (1871-1933); The Stapleton Collection; out of copyright

Androclus and the Lion (engraving)
3625220 Androclus and the Lion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Androclus and the Lion. Illustration for Chatterbox (1879)

Androcles and the Lion (engraving)
2813248 Androcles and the Lion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Androcles and the Lion. Illustration for Chatterbox (1890).); © Look and Learn

Leo, Androcles and the Lion (engraving)
5997842 Leo, Androcles and the Lion (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leo, Androcles and the Lion)

An androcles of to-day, the king of beasts in his true colours (litho)
959137 An androcles of to-day, the king of beasts in his true colours (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: An androcles of to-day, the king of beasts in his true colours)

Androcles and the Lion by George Bernard Shaw
Androcles and the Lion, a play by George Bernard Shaw. For Wallacks Theatre, New York, January 1915. O P Heggie, shown here as Androcles, had played the part in London. Phil Dwyer played the lion

Leo - Androcles and the Lion, 19th century. Artist: George Cruikshank
Leo - Androcles and the Lion, 19th century

Marble statue of Androcles, founder of Ephesus, from Ephesus, Turkey, detail
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Marble statue of Androcles, founder of Ephesus. From Ephesus, Turkey. Detail

Androcles Cartoon
Androcles removes the thorn from the lions paw; and is repaid when the lion recognises him in the arena and not only does him no harm, but greets him with delight

Androcles & the Lion
The lion set to devour Androcles in the Roman arena recognises him as the man who rid him of a painful thorn in his paw, and does not harm him

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"Androcles and the Lion: A Tale of Compassion and Courage" In this captivating chromolitho artwork, we are transported to the ancient Roman era, where the legendary story unfolds. Inspired by George Bernard Shaw's play, "Androcles and the Lion, " this engraving beautifully depicts a pivotal moment in the narrative. The scene portrays Androcles, a slave who escaped his cruel master, encountering a wounded lion in the forest. Overwhelmed by empathy, Androcles tends to the beast's injuries with tenderness and care. The bond that forms between man and animal is truly remarkable. This engraving also reminds us of another fable from Fontaine Fables - "The Shepherd and the Lion. " It highlights how acts of kindness can transcend boundaries and create unexpected alliances. As we delve deeper into this artistic journey, we encounter more engravings showcasing different interpretations of Androclus' tale. Each artist brings their unique perspective to life through their intricate lithos. One such portrayal reveals an "androclus of today" - emphasizing that compassion remains timeless even in our modern world. George Cruikshank's 19th-century masterpiece titled "Leo - Androcles and the Lion" captivates us with its attention to detail. Through his artistry, he captures both fearlessness and vulnerability within these iconic characters. Lastly, Anne-Claude-Philippe de Caylus pays homage to Baldassare Peruzzi's original work through yet another enchanting engraving. This collaboration showcases how stories like Androclus' continue to inspire artists across generations. "Androcles and the Lion" serves as a powerful reminder that acts of kindness have transformative power beyond measure. It encourages us all to embrace empathy towards others regardless of our differences or circumstances – for it is through compassion that true strength emerges.