Poisoned Collection (#6)

Corneille / Rodogune
RODOGUNE the character of Cleopatra about to drink from the poisoned cup

Agnes Sorel / Chasselat
AGNES SOREL Dame de Beaute (her estate) mistress of Charles VII of France, possibly poisoned by political enemies

Agnes Sorel / Hargrave
AGNES SOREL Dame de Beaute (her estate) mistress of Charles VII of France, possibly poisoned by political enemies

Krishna & Kaliya
Krishna defeats the 5 headed serpent Kaliya who had poisoned the Yamuna river. Kaliyas wives worship Krishna & plead for their husdand who is spared & sent away

Snow White & Apple
The Wicked Queen in disguise brings a poisoned apple to Snow White

Adrienne Lecouvreur
ADRIENNE LECOUVREUR French actress, popular in Moliere and Racine, died under suspicious circumstances, perhaps poisoned by a rival

Walter Devereux Essex
WALTER DEVEREUX, earl of ESSEX soldier and statesman, active in Ireland : rival of Leicester who is generally thought to have poisoned him. with his autograph

Iliad / Hecuba
The wife of Herakles, who hanged herself in remorse after sending a poisoned shirt to the husband of Iole, to punish her for making love with Herakles

Cuchulain Slain by Luga
Cuchulain (Cu Chulainn) slain by Lugas poisoned sword

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"Poisoned: A Haunting Legacy of Tragedy and Betrayal" In the realm of art, poison has long been a captivating subject, evoking tales of treachery and untimely demise. From ancient Greece to the Renaissance era, artists have depicted the chilling effects of toxic substances on both historical figures and mythical characters. One such portrayal is seen in "The Death of Socrates, " painted by Jacques-Louis David in 1787. This iconic artwork captures the philosopher's final moments as he willingly drinks hemlock, succumbing to state-sanctioned poisoning for his controversial beliefs. Another infamous incident involving poison unfolds in "Pope and Son Poisoned. " This haunting image depicts Pope Clement XIV clutching his chest after consuming a fatal dose. The painting serves as a reminder that even those at the pinnacle of power are not immune to nefarious acts. Ancient Greek philosopher Socrates also finds himself entwined with poison once again in this artistic narrative. Known for his profound wisdom, Socrates met an unfortunate end when he was forced to drink hemlock due to accusations against him. The theme extends beyond human subjects; even mythological heroes like Herakles face their own poisoned fate. In "Death of Herakles, " we witness the legendary figure writhing in agony after ingesting a deadly concoction - a stark contrast to his usual invincibility. Religious figures are not exempt from these dark depictions either. In "St Benedict drinks poisoned wine, " we see the saintly figure falling victim to treachery while partaking in what should have been a sacred act. Moving away from history into fiction, Medea takes center stage with her notorious role as a vengeful sorceress who uses poison as her weapon of choice. Etchings like "Medea or The Marriage of Jason and Creuse" capture her malevolence perfectly, showcasing how poison can be employed as a tool of destruction.