Adoring Collection (#10)

The Assumption of the Virgin, 17th / early 18th century. Artist: Charles de la Fosse
The Assumption of the Virgin, 17th/early 18th century. From the Musee des Beaux-Arts de Nancy, France

The Virgin and Child with Angels, 1512. Artist: Francesco dei Tatti
The Virgin and Child with Angels, 1512. From the Musee des Beaux-Arts de Nancy, France

Madonna and Child, c1510. Artist: Titian
Madonna and Child, c1510. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Venus and the Lute Player, c1565-1570. Artist: Titian
Venus and the Lute Player, c1565-1570. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Adoration of the Magi, 1380s. Artist: Bartolo di Fredi
Adoration of the Magi, 1380s. From the Pinacoteca Nazionale, Siena, Italy

Processional banner, c1395-1400. Artist: Spinello Aretino
Processional banner, c1395-1400. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The Crucifixion, (part of a diptych), early 14th century. Artist: Pacino di Bonaguida
The Crucifixion, (part of a diptych), early 14th century. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Charity, 17th century. Artist: Cesare Dandini
Charity, 17th century. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The Madonna in Majesty (Maesta), 1285-1286. Artist: Cimabue
The Madonna in Majesty (Maesta), 1285-1286. From the Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy

Virgin of Humility, 15th century. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo
Virgin of Humility, 15th century

The Crucifixion, St Marks Basilica, Venice, Italy

Assumption of the Virgin, c1491-1518. Artist: Vicente Gil
Assumption of the Virgin, c1491-1518. From the Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro, Portugal

Christ on the Cross, 16th century. From Museu Nacional de Soares dos Reis, Portugal

The Duchess of Villais in Costume, 18th century. From the Museum of Tesse, Le Mans, France

A Wedding in the Coeur Volant Chapel in Marly about 1850 (19th century). From the Chateau of Sceaux, France

The Virgin and the Child, 15th century(?). From the Pushkin Museum of Fine Art, Moscow

Entrance of Charles VIII into Naples, 12th May 1495 (19th century). From the Palace of Versailles, France

The Lovers, Chubei and Umegawa, late 18th / early 19th century. Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro
The Lovers, Chubei and Umegawa, late 18th/early 19th century. From the British Museum, London

Adoration of the Magi, 1507. Artist: Hans Baldung
Adoration of the Magi, 1507. From the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Annunciation, 1516-1517. Artist: Jean Bellegambe
Annunciation, 1516-1517. From the Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, Russia

Madonna and Child, late 14th / early 15th century. Artist: Taddeo di Bartolo
Madonna and Child, late 14th/early 15th century

Flirt, 1841. Artist: Miklos Barabas
Flirt, 1841. From the Musee des Beaux Arts, Budapest

Epiphany, late 14th / early 15th century. Artist: Taddeo di Bartolo
Epiphany, late 14th/early 15th century

Madonna and Child with the Young Saint John the Baptist, c1497. Artist: Fra Bartolomeo
Madonna and Child with the Young Saint John the Baptist, c1497. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Woman with a Child Afraid of a Dog, 17th century. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Woman with a Child Afraid of a Dog, 17th century. From the Museum of Fine Art, Budapest

Old Man Playing with Child, 1635-1640. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Old Man Playing with Child, 1635-1640. From the British Museum, London

David and Jonathan, 1642. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
David and Jonathan, 1642

The Adoration of the Magi, 1632. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Adoration of the Magi, 1632

Louis XIII, 17th century. Artist: Simon Vouet
Louis XIII, 17th century. Louis XIII, King of France from 1610-1643, depicted between two figures representing France and Navarre. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Feast in the House of Simon, 18th / early 19th century. Artist: Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo
Feast in the House of Simon, 18th/early 19th century. From a private collection

Detail from The Virgin of the Navigators, 16th century. Christopher Columbus (left) at the feet of the Virgin. From the Museo de America, Madrid

Centre panel of the Ortenberg Altarpiece, c1410-1420. Artist: Master of the Ortenberg Altar
Centre panel of the Ortenberg Altarpiece, c1410-1420. The Virgin and Child surrounded by Saints Anne, Elizabeth, Mary Cleophas, Mary Salome, Agnes (with Lamb), Barbara (with Castle)

Altarpiece of the Parliament of Paris, c1452. Left: St Louis (Louis IX of France) with a tabard of fleur-de-lys and John the Baptist. Right: Charlemagne and St Denis (carrying his head)

Buddhist Stupa with figures of Buddha adored by flying deities, 2nd century. Tw-sided Drum-slab, carved in pale limestone. Relief depicting a stupa with Buddha standing at entrance

Detail of Papyrus of Hent-Taul, Egypt, 21st Dynasty, c1069 BC - 945 BC. Papyrus of musician-priestess of Amun-Ra, entitled What is In The Underworld

Egyptian elief stele of a man adoring Anubis
Relief stele from a tomb of the deceased General Kasa adoring Anubis, from the Musee Borely Marseilles

The Nativity, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Nativity, 1892. A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 24rd December 1892

Madonna del Ceppo ( Madonna of the Stocks ), 1453. Artist: Filippo Lippi
Madonna del Ceppo ( Madonna of the Stocks ), 1453. The Madonna enthroned, holding Jesus, is flanked by St John the Baptist (right) and another saint

The Epiphany, c1230. Artist: Giotto
The Epiphany, c1230. The Magi, the three Kings from the East, Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar, present their gifts of gold

Virgin and Child with Saint Dominic and Saint Hyacinth, 1740-1750. Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Virgin and Child with Saint Dominic and Saint Hyacinth, 1740-1750. From the Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois, USA

Danae, 16th century. Artist: Titian
Danae, 16th century. From a private collection, New York, USA

A Woman Playing the Theorbo-Lute and a Cavalier, c1658. Artist: Gerard Terborch II
A Woman Playing the Theorbo-Lute and a Cavalier, c1658. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The Virgin and Child, c1570-1576. Artist: Titian
The Virgin and Child, c1570-1576. From the National Gallery, London

San Rocco in Glory, 1564. Artist: Jacopo Tintoretto
San Rocco in Glory, 1564. From the Scuola San Rocco, Venice, Italy

The Israelites during Moses absence adoring the idol of Go
Old Testament. The Israelites during Moses absence adoring the idol of Golden calf. Miniature of Saint Louis. 13th century

Cardinal Odoardo Farnese
Cardinal ODOARDO FARNESE Illustrious and reverend Italian churchman, member of the ducal family who ruled Parma; surrounded by adoring females... Date: 17th century ?

Drawings Prints, Print, Four, Saints, Adoring, Christ, Crucified, Sacred, Heart, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, Four Saints Adoring Christ Crucified on the Sacred Heart, Artist, Lucas Cranach the Elder, German, Kronach 1472-1553 Weimar, Cranach, Lucas, the Elder, German, 1472, 1553

Vase Veneration Bull 17th century late Engraving
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"Adoring: A Timeless Expression of Reverence and Devotion" In the realm of art, there exists a multitude of masterpieces that capture the essence of adoration. From the tender embrace in "The Return of the Prodigal Son" by Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn to the divine connection depicted in "Noli Me Tangere" by Titian, these works transport us into a world where love and devotion reign supreme. Even ancient civilizations understood the power of adoration, as seen in their intricate hieroglyphics and writings found on ancient Egyptian artifacts. These symbols reveal a deep reverence for their gods and an unwavering faith passed down through generations. Religious devotion is also beautifully portrayed in artworks such as "Our Lady Worshipping the Child, " where a mother's love for her child transcends time. Similarly, Odysseus' unwavering loyalty to Penelope echoes throughout history as a testament to enduring love. The bond between mother and child is further exemplified in depictions like "Virgin and Child, " showcasing Mary's profound adoration for baby Jesus. Such images evoke feelings of warmth, tenderness, and unconditional love. Artistic expressions can take various forms beyond paintings; they extend into literature too. Aubrey Beardsley's play Volpone explores themes of worship, greed, and manipulation – reminding us how easily adoration can be twisted or misused when placed upon false idols or material possessions. Moving back to visual representations, we encounter religious scenes like "The Nativity" by Lorenzo Monaco or "Christ Appearing to His Mother" by Rogier Van der Weyden that depict moments filled with awe-inspiring divinity. These artworks invite viewers to witness sacred encounters that inspire both humility and admiration. However, not all instances of adoration are rooted solely in spirituality; sometimes it takes on unexpected forms.