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Studies of Architecture and of a Virgin Adoring the Infant Christ, c1480 (1945). Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Studies of Architecture and of a Virgin Adoring the Infant Christ, c1480 (1945). From The Drawings of Leonardo da Vinci. [Reynal & Hitchcock, New York, 1945]

Madonna Adoring the Infant Christ and Other Figures, c1480 (1945). Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Madonna Adoring the Infant Christ and Other Figures, c1480 (1945). The drawing is held by the Gallerie dell Accademia, Venice. From The Drawings of Leonardo da Vinci

The Madonna Adoring the Christ Child, 15th century, (1910). Artist: Filippino Lippi
The Madonna Adoring the Christ Child, 15th century, (1910). Filippino Lippi (1459-1504) was an Italian painter working during the High Renaissance in Florence, Italy. From The Connoisseur Vol XXVIII

An Angel Adoring`, a coloured plaster relief by Robert Anning Bell, c1901 (1901-1902) Artist: Robert Anning Bell
An Angel Adoring`, a coloured plaster relief by Robert Anning Bell, c1901 (1901-1902). From The Studio Volume 24. [The Offices of the Studio Ltd. London, 1901-1902]

Madonna and Child with St Jerome and Mary Magdalen (The Day), 1525-1528 (1870). After the painting by Correggio in the collection of the Galleria Nazionale, Parma, Italy

Who is Silvia?, 1895. Shakespeares songs; from The Two Gentlemen of Verona Act IV scene I. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1895

Couple in love, early 20th century(?). Postcard

Mrs Richard Hoare and Child, 1763, (1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Mrs Richard Hoare and Child, 1763, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings with an Introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, London, New York, Toronto, 1912

The Adoration of the Magi, the tapestry of Berne, 14th century, (1870). A chromolithographic print from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix, (London)

Madonna Adored by Angels (Madonna della Vallicella), 1608. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Madonna Adored by Angels (Madonna della Vallicella), 1608. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The Last Supper, c1630-1631. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
The Last Supper, c1630-1631. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The Adoration, c1480s. Artist: Filippino Lippi
The Adoration, c1480s

The Adoration of the Trinity (The Landauer Altarpiece), 1511. Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Adoration of the Trinity (The Landauer Altarpiece), 1511. This picture shows the Holy Trinity in glory, worshipped by all the saints

The Deposition from the Cross, 1443-1445. Artist: Agnolo Bronzino
The Deposition from the Cross, 1443-1445. The Virgin Mary, surrounded by supporters, cradles the body of Christ in her lap. The crown of thorns has fallen from his head and lies on the ground (left)

Piazzi Madonna ( Virgin and Child ), 1420-1430s. Artist: Donatello
Piazzi Madonna ( Virgin and Child ), 1420-1430s. From the Staatliche Museum, Berlin

The Adoration of the Kings, c1470. Artist: Filippino Lippi
The Adoration of the Kings, c1470. The three Kings from the East, Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar, present their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrhh to the infant Jesus

Holy Family with Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, 1515-1530. Artist: Lodovico Mazzolini
Holy Family with Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, 1515-1530. St Nicholas kneels in front of the infant Jesus who is eating cherries, the fruit of Paradise, which have been given to him by St Joseph

Anastasis, fresco in the parekklesion of Church of Christ in Chora, c1310-c1320. Christ, surrounded by mandorla, helps Adam and Eve from their graves watched by St John the Baptist and David

The Adoration of the Magi, 15th century. Artist: Hugo van der Goes
The Adoration of the Magi, 15th century. The three Kings from the East, Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar, present their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrhh to the infant Jesus

The Raising of Lazarus, mid 15th century. Artist: Albert van Ouwater
The Raising of Lazarus, mid 15th century. Jesus raised Lazarus, brother of Martha and Mary (left) from the tomb after four days. The scene is set inside a church

Louis XIV Presenting Peace to Europe, early 18th century. Artist: Francois Lemoyne
Louis XIV Presenting Peace to Europe, early 18th century. Louis XIV (1638-1715), King of France from 1643, known as The Sun King (Le Roi Soleil)

The Madonna and Child with the Infant Baptist ( The Garvagh Madonna ), c1509-1510. Artist: Raphael
The Madonna and Child with the Infant Baptist ( The Garvagh Madonna ), c1509-1510. Jesus takes a pink from the hand of John the Baptist clothed in an animal skin. From the National Gallery, London

The Raising of Lazarus, c1268. Artist: T oros Roslin
The Raising of Lazarus, c1268. Martha and Mary, sisters of Lazarus, kneel at Jesus feet as Lazarus is led from tomb in his shroud

Jesus raising Lazarus after four days, c1280
Jesus raising Lazarus after four days c1280. Martha and Mary, sisters of Lazarus, kneel at Jesus feet. From an Armenian Evangelistary

Jesus performing miracles, 1394. Artist: Rotakes
Jesus performing miracles, 1394. Jesus curing the man possessed of a devil (top) and raising Lazarus, brother of Martha and Mary, after four days (bottom)

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

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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.