A quote from Pliny the Younger (c. 61/62-113) about becoming a person of note or letters. [see the pinned comment for source info]

This tapestry, designed by Frans Cleyn and woven by the Mortlake Tapestry Manufactory, depicts the tragic demise of the mythological family of Niobe. For more on the artwork and mythology, check the pinned comment below.

A quote from Thucydides (c. 460-400 BCE) against people who show too much readiness to submit. [see the pinned comment for source info]

A quote about mind and body from the ancient philosopher, Aristotle (c. 384-322 BCE). [see the pinned comment for source info]

A quote attributed to Ingjald of Hefne (reportedly lived around the 9th and 10th century) about honor and ambition. [see the pinned comment for source info]

The Electrifying Myth Of Salmoneus.

A quote from Confucius (c. 551-479 BCE) about the behavior of a gentleman. [See the pinned comment for source info]

The Unfortunate Rebellion Of Lupus And The Friulans Against King Grimoald.

A quote from Diodorus Siculus (c. 1st century BCE) about learning from history. [see the pinned comment for source info]

A quote from Confucius (c. 551-479 BCE) on excessive and inadequate action. [see the pinned comment for source info]

The Morbid Fame Of Hrút Of Vigg (article)

A quote from Aristotle (c. 384-322 BCE) about a godly intellect. [see the pinned comment for source info]

This dark and earthy painting, by the famous Dutch artist Rembrandt (aka Rembrandt van Rijn, c. 1606–1669), was inspired by the Greek myth of Philemon and Baucis. For more info on this artwork and the mythology that inspired it, check the pinned comment below.

A quote about pardons and forgiveness, from The Thousand and One Nights (a large collection of anonymously-authored stories of Indian, Persian and Arabian origin, compiled and edited between the 9th and 15th centuries).

An Ancient Battle Between Gallic Marauders And Greek Pirates Near Roman Territory (article)

This painting, by the Dutch artist Pieter Lastman (c. 1583-1633), was inspired by the ancient Greek play, Iphigenia in Tauris, which was written by Euripides (484-406 BCE). For more info on this artwork and the mythology that inspired it, see the pinned comment below.

A quote against procrastination from the ancient poet, Hesiod (c. 8th century BCE). [see the pinned comment for source info]

King Cunincpert’s Sheepish Display Of Strength (article)

A quote from Confucius (c. 551-479 BCE) about character and leadership. [see the pinned comment for source info]

This painting, by the Finnish painter Albert Edelfelt (c. 1854-1905), was inspired by stories about the ancient Greek mythological figure, Alcestis. For more info on this artwork and the tale that inspired it, see the pinned comment below.

The Ichthyophagi Legend Of The Red Sea Flood

A quote from General William T. Sherman (c. 1820-1891) against changing the form of government. [see the pinned comment for source info]

A quote about danger from Grettir’s Saga (c. 14th century). [see the pinned comment for source info]

The Cross-Sea Journeys And Ill-Fated Wedding Of Jarl Hákon Eiriksson.

This painting, by the Italian artist Bernardo Cavallino (c. 1616 – 1656), re-creates a Biblical tale about King Saul of Israel (dated to the 11th century BC). For more on the artwork and the story that inspired it, check the pinned comment below.