Fame Collection (#2)

Armand-Jean Duplessis, Cardi, French School. Creator: Jean Warin
Armand-Jean Duplessis, Cardi, French School

Allegory of Fame, 1675-1683. Creator: Gerard de Lairesse
Allegory of Fame, 1675-1683

Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust in a niche with Fama, 1806. Creator: Bartholomeus Ziesenis
Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust in a niche with Fama, 1806. Bust on a pedestal, crowned with a laurel wreath by Fama; in a niche on a column

Allegory on the government of King William I, 1838, 1838. Creator: Anon
Allegory on the government of King William I, 1838, 1838

Portrait of Maximilian II, Elector of Bavaria, at the Battle of Mohács against the Turks, 1710-1750. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Maximilian II, Elector of Bavaria, at the Battle of Mohacs against the Turks, 1710-1750. Copy after Joseph Vivien

Gloria Victoribus; Maquette de la derniere oeuvre d'Antonin Mercie, auteur du "Gloria Victis". From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Le "Gloria Victis"; d'Antonin Mercie, 1916. Creator: Goupil
Antonin Mercie, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"

Testimonial presented to Sir Robert M'Clure, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Testimonial presented to Sir Robert M'Clure, 1856....a beautiful work of art...presented to Captain Sir Robert M'Clure, late of her Majesty's discovery-ship Investigator

Study for Figure of Fame. Creator: Biagio Pupini
Study for Figure of Fame

Isadora Duncan dancer, between 1915 and 1923. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Isadora Duncan dancer, between 1915 and 1923

The Arts and Powers Pay Homage to Emperor Charles VI, 1732. Creator: Johann Evangelist Holzer
The Arts and Powers Pay Homage to Emperor Charles VI, 1732

Esquisse pour l'escalier d'honneur de la la mairie du 3ème : La Ville de Paris instruisant... 1885
Esquisse pour l'escalier d'honneur de la la mairie du 3eme : La Ville de Paris instruisant ses enfants (plafond), 1885. Ceiling design

The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1739: Mount Parnassus with Apollo, the Muses, and pegasus. Creator: M Sorello
The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1739: Mount Parnassus with Apollo, the Muses, and Pegasus

Allegory of Flourishing State of the United Provinces, 1602. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Allegory of Flourishing State of the United Provinces, 1602

Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600

Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
Bartholomaeus Spranger and his Late Wife Christina Muller, c. 1600

Pieter Brueghel, the Younger, 1606. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
Pieter Brueghel, the Younger, 1606

Esquisse pour l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Apothéose de Napoléon Ier, end of 1853
Esquisse pour l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : Apotheose de Napoleon Ier, end of 1853. Apotheosis of Napoleon I: Fame crowns Napoleon I

Marion Morgan dancers, between 1914 and 1927. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Marion Morgan dancers, between 1914 and 1927

Dedication Page with Statue of Fama, 1638. Creator: Ercole Bazicaluva
Dedication Page with Statue of Fama, 1638

Esquisse pour la galerie Lobau de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : La renommée de Paris, 1890. Creator: Hector d Espouy
Esquisse pour la galerie Lobau de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : La renommee de Paris, 1890

Esquisse pour la galerie Lobau de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : La renommée de Paris, 1890. Creator: Hector d Espouy
Esquisse pour la galerie Lobau de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : La renommee de Paris, 1890

Grand Military Trophy, at the Concerts for the Benefit of the Patriotic Fund, in the Town... 1854. Creator: Unknown
Grand Military Trophy, at the Concerts for the Benefit of the Patriotic Fund, in the Town-Hall, Birmingham, 1854. Event during the Crimean war, featuring a display...designed and arranged by Mr

The Triumph of Fame, c. 1539. Creator: Georg Pencz
The Triumph of Fame, c. 1539

Fama, c. 1507. Creator: Nicoletto da Modena
Fama, c. 1507

Fame and General Boulanger, between 1801 and 1900. Creator: Unknown
Fame and General Boulanger, between 1801 and 1900

Allegorical Picture, by Absolon and Fenton, painted for the Inauguration Dinner...Nov. 9, 1854. Creator: A. J. Mason
Allegorical Picture...painted for the Inauguration Dinner of the Lord Mayor, in Guildhall, Nov. 9, 1854. Patriotic tableau in the Great Banqueting-hall to mark the term of Sir Francis Graham Moon as

King Solomon and Queen of Sheba, Mid of 17th cen. Creator: Stalbemt, Adriaen, van (1580-1662)
King Solomon and Queen of Sheba, Mid of 17th cen. Found in the Collection of the Sammlung Wurth, Schwabisch Hall

Great Exhibition of 1851 - Prize Medals (£100 each) - Mr. G. G. Adams, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Great Exhibition of 1851 - Prize Medals (£100 each) - Mr. G. G. Adams, 1850....a gracefully modelled group, in low relief, of Fame, Industry, and Commerce

Warrior Accompanied by Britannia, Minerva, and Fame (recto); D... c. 1733 (recto); c. 1740 (verso)
Warrior Accompanied by Britannia, Minerva, and Fame (recto); Design for the Monument to Nicholas Rowe (verso), c. 1733 (recto); c. 1740 (verso)

Panel of Ornament with a Birdcage, c.1507. Creator: Nicoletto da Modena
Panel of Ornament with a Birdcage, c.1507

Allegorical Subject: Two-headed Imperial Eagle on Clouds; On Ground, a Draped... 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Allegorical Subject: Two-headed Imperial Eagle on Clouds; On Ground, a Draped Figure, a King and a Figure of Fame, 16th century

Fame Blowing on a Trumpet, n.d. Creator: Jacopo Palma
Fame Blowing on a Trumpet, n.d

A New Star Is Born
Thoth Adan

Black and white print portrait of Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci

Pop Music Fans Joy Lynch (aged 16) and Julie Franks (aged 15) (left to right NOT confirmed) pictured with their collection of books, posters

Tracey Newby (left) and her friend Wendy Riley (right) both aged 16 from Garston, a suburb of Liverpool. Both are what are affectionately known as Brossettes, fans of the 1980s pop group Bros

Mel Torme photographed with Janette Scott. 31st August 1965

Douglas A2D-1 Skyshark 125482. The third production aircraft of ten completed, 125482 was bailed to the Allison Engine Company for flight testing of turboprop engines at Edwards Air Force Base in

Canterbury Tales - The Canons Yeoman
The Canons Yeoman, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Franklin
The Franklin, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - Geoffrey Chaucer
Geoffrey Chaucer, writer of " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Manciple
The Manciple, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Clerk
The Clerk, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Wife of Bath
The Wife of Bath, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Tax humour ignorance is bliss Cruikshank 19th century cartoon
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated May 20th, 1828

Humour pavement sailor art as lithography 19th century cartoon
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated November 1st, 1829

Humour smuggler punches preventive man 19th century cartoon
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated November 1st, 1829

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"Fame: A Timeless Pursuit of Recognition and Legacy" From the ancient tales of the Queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon, to modern-day icons like Che Guevara adorning walls in Havana, it has always captivated our imaginations. Artists throughout history have immortalized moments that define fame – be it Jan Saenredam's depiction of Plato's Cave or Louis Wain's whimsical portrayal of possession as nine points of the law. Even in the realm of sports, fame finds its place. Jack Johnson racing on his motor car symbolizes how athletic prowess can propel individuals into the limelight. And who could forget the iconic image captured by Alfred Eisenstaedt - a sailor passionately kissing a nurse in Times Square at the end of World War II? It forever etched their names into history. The allure extends beyond individuals; places too can become famous. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway holds an esteemed position as home to one of America's most prestigious races – the Indianapolis 500. London Life magazine recognized this when they featured Julie Christie on their front cover in 1966, showcasing her undeniable talent and beauty. Celebrities like Humphrey Bogart became synonymous with fame through their exceptional performances on screen. Their charisma and talent made them household names across generations, leaving an indelible mark on popular culture. Yet fame isn't limited to those we know by name; sometimes it visits even those whose identities remain unknown but heroic nonetheless. As depicted in "Fame Visits the Heroic Unknown Dead, " recognition is bestowed upon ordinary people who perform extraordinary acts. In a lighter vein, humor also plays a role in our fascination with fame. St. Swithin's cartoon umbrella from the 19th century reminds us that even mundane objects can achieve notoriety if given enough attention. And finally, there are those instances where fame intersects with politics and society itself – such as Jackie Kennedy carrying London Life magazine.