Golden Apple Collection

Bael, Bengal quince, golden apple or Japanese bitter orange, Aegle marmelos
FLO4986897 Bael, Bengal quince, golden apple or Japanese bitter orange, Aegle marmelos. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Pomo d'Oro
Alena

Costume Design for Discord in the Ballet Coppelia by Leo Delibes (1836-91), 1870 (gouache on paper)
CHT207486 Costume Design for Discord in the Ballet Coppelia by Leo Delibes (1836-91), 1870 (gouache on paper) by Albert, Alfred (fl.1856-76); Bibliotheque de l'Opera Garnier, Paris

Heracles on his 11th labor, taking golden apples from the Garden of the Hesperides guarded by the serpent Ladon
6340171 Heracles on his 11th labor, taking golden apples from the Garden of the Hesperides guarded by the serpent Ladon by Sasso

The Judgement of Paris, The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia), 1538 - 1539
2384717 The Judgement of Paris, The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia), 1538 - 1539 by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (and workshop); Palazzo Ducale & Museo, Mantua, Lombardy

RBG18-3027
Orange lily, Lilium carniolicum, in flower in meadow, Julian Alps, Slovenia. Date: 15-Apr-19

RBG18-2734
Orange lily, Lilium carniolicum, in flower after rain in meadow, Julian Alps, Slovenia. Date: 15-Apr-19

Powder flask, c. 1550-80 (antler)
490956 Powder flask, c.1550-80 (antler) by European School, (16th century); 17.8x13.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: This flask, from Austria or Germany)

The Judgement of Paris, 1890 (gouache on paper)
HTL94053 The Judgement of Paris, 1890 (gouache on paper) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); 25.4x17.8 cm; Private Collection; By courtesy of Julian Hartnoll; English, out of copyright

The Sin (oil on canvas)
XIR210438 The Sin (oil on canvas) by Romero de Torres, Julio (1880-1930); Museo Julio Romero de Torres, Cordoba, Andalucia, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

The Judgement of Paris, late 17th century (marble)
BOO194393 The Judgement of Paris, late 17th century (marble) by German School, (17th century); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; German, out of copyright

The Judgement of Paris, from the House of the Atrium, Antioch, c. 115 AD (mosaic)
XIR53230 The Judgement of Paris, from the House of the Atrium, Antioch, c.115 AD (mosaic) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: beauty contest with Paris, a shepherd)

The judgement of Paris (chromolitho)
3100652 The judgement of Paris (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The judgement of Paris)

Hercules and the Nymphs
3783944 Hercules and the Nymphs by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); (add.info.: Hercules asking the Nymphs about the garden of the Hesperides, seeking the golden apples)

The Destruction of Troy and the Judgement of Paris, detail depicting Artemis
PWI95096 The Destruction of Troy and the Judgement of Paris, detail depicting Artemis, Hera and Aphrodite, 1540 (oil on panel) by Gerung or Gerou, Matthias (c.1500-68/70); Louvre, Paris

Atalanta and Hippomenes, c. 1612 (oil on canvas)
SCP36792 Atalanta and Hippomenes, c.1612 (oil on canvas) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); 206x297cm cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Italian, out of copyright

The Judgement of Paris (fresco)
AII78913 The Judgement of Paris (fresco) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (and workshop); Palazzo Ducale & Museo, Mantua, Lombardy, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Powder flask, c. 1590 (gilt brass over fabric covered wood)
490953 Powder flask, c.1590 (gilt brass over fabric covered wood) by Italian School, (16th century); 19.4x12.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Venus with the golden apple, 1819-21 (marble)
482184 Venus with the golden apple, 1819-21 (marble) by Thorvaldsen, Bertel (1770-1844); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; Danish

Constellation of Hercules Lions Pelt, from Uranometria by Johann Bayer
STC141281 Constellation of Hercules Lions Pelt, from Uranometria by Johann Bayer, engraved by Alexander Mair (1559-c.1616) 1603 (hand-coloured copper engraving) by Bayer

Mythological Scene with Venus, Juno and Minerva (fresco)
FTB96863 Mythological Scene with Venus, Juno and Minerva (fresco) by Italian School, (18th century); Palazzo Soranzo Piovene, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Mercury gives Paris golden apple Mercury Paris
Mercury gives Paris the golden apple, Mercury and Paris in a landscape. Mercury floats in the air and gives Paris the golden apple

Mercury brings Paris golden apple Mercury Paris
Mercury brings Paris the golden apple, Mercury and Paris into a landscape. Mercury floats in the air and gives Paris the golden apple, (story of) Mercury (Hermes), Giovanni Battista Galestruzzi

Umbria Terni Terni S. Maria del Monumento Italy
Umbria Terni Terni S. Maria del Monumento, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views poorly preserved 14th-century church and cloister

Scena IV Reggia di Giove co l convito de gli
Scena IV. Reggia di Giove co l convito de gli Dei, Il pomo d oro: festa teatrale rappresentata in Vienna, per l avgvstissime nozze delle Sacre Cesaree Reali Maesta di Leopoldo, e Margherita

Venus left holding golden apple right hand arrow
Artokoloro

The Judgement of Paris, 1870 (oil on canvas)
XKH146463 The Judgement of Paris, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Feuerbach, Anselm (1829-80); 228x443 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Golden Apple (Spondias dulcis) close-up of fruit, growing on tree, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

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"The Golden Apple: A Symbol of Myth, Beauty, and Discord" The allure of the golden apple has captivated artists and storytellers throughout history. From ancient Greek mythology to Renaissance paintings, this enigmatic fruit holds a special place in our collective imagination. In Leo Delibes' ballet Coppelia, the Pomo d'Oro (golden apple) takes center stage as a costume design for Discord. This character represents chaos and disruption, reminding us that even something as seemingly innocent as an apple can have profound consequences. One of the most famous tales involving golden apples is Heracles' 11th labor. He bravely ventured into the Garden of the Hesperides to steal these precious fruits guarded by Ladon, a fearsome serpent. The golden apples symbolize immortality and divine power – coveted treasures that require great courage to obtain. The Judgement of Paris further explores the significance of this mythical fruit. In this story from Greek mythology, three goddesses – Aphrodite, Athena, and Hera – compete for possession of a golden apple labeled "to the fairest. " This event ultimately leads to discord among gods and mortals alike. Artistic interpretations abound when it comes to depicting this captivating motif. From intricate mosaics in Antioch's House of Atrium to vibrant gouache paintings like RBG18-3027 and RBG18-2734 or even oil on canvas masterpieces like "The Sin, " each artwork offers its unique perspective on the symbolism behind the golden apple. Even beyond classical mythology, we find references to this iconic fruit in historical artifacts such as powder flasks crafted between 1550-1580 or marble sculptures from late 17th-century chambers. These objects remind us that fascination with gold-adorned apples transcends time and continues to inspire creativity across various mediums. Whether representing temptation or beauty's destructive power, there is no denying that the golden apple remains a potent symbol in our cultural lexicon.