Deluge Collection (#13)

Noah Thanks God
After the flood has subsided, Noah thanks God for saving him, and a rainbow is Gods sign of his good intentions

Animals Enter the Ark
The animals enter the Ark in pairs

THE DELUGE a group of victims

Deucalion and Pyrrha
After the deluge, Deucalion and his wife Pyrrha repopulate the Earth by throwing stones (the bones of their mother) behind them : his stones become men, hers women

The Deluge Comes
The waters rise, the land is flooded, one by one the sinful people are drowned, until only Noah and his family are left alive, sole representatives of the human race

Noah Builds (Nurnberg)
Noah builds his ark

Deluge Fire Engine
Merryweathers Deluge direct-acting fire engine

Noah Builds the Ark
Having received a flood warning from God, Noah sets about the construction of an Ark in which he, and two of every living creature, can survive

Noah on the Ark
Noah, on the deck of his Ark, welcomes the arrival of a dove carrying a twig, because it means that the floodwaters are subsiding

Noahs Ark (Holbein)
Dove brings olive branch to Noahs Ark

Arkboard Squabbles
NOAHs ARK - Missing the wide open spaces, some of the passengers start to squabble

Animals Board the Ark
NOAHs ARK - Noahs sons encourage the animal couples to board the Ark

Starting the Ark
NOAHs ARK - Noah starts work on the Ark, though the neighbours think hes been out in the sun too much

Painting the Ark
NOAHs ARK - Noahs sons paint the Ark

The Ark Afloat
NOAHs ARK - The Ark weathers some pretty rough weather as the storm build up

Noah Sends Raven
NOAHs ARK - Noah sends forth the raven to see if theres any sign of the weather clearing

Uneasy Fellow-Passengers
NOAHs ARK - Uneasy fellow-passengers

First Sight of Dry Land
NOAHs ARK - The Arks passengers have their first sight of land

Passengers Despondent
NOAHs ARK - The passengers feel miserable as the forty days and forty nights seem to last for ever

Animals Disembark
NOAHs ARK - The animals are glad to on terra firma once more

Return of the Dove
NOAHs ARK - The Dove returns with an olive twig, showing that the Flood is receding

Refusing to Board
The reason why some species became extinct is because Noah couldn t find even a single couple who believed him when he told them it looked like rain

Seasickness on the Ark
NOAHs ARK - Some of the animals suffer from sea-sickness

Noah Sacrifices
Noah sacrifices to God as the storm-clouds gather

Ark and Animals
Noahs Ark and some of its passengers

Animals Leave the Ark
While the animals leave his Ark, Noah gives thanks to God for preserving him from the Flood

The Dove Returns - Noah
Noah welcomes the dove back to the Ark, carrying the olive leaf which tells them that the waters are receding

Building the Ark
Noah builds his Ark

NOAHs ARK
The animals emerge two by two from Noahs Ark

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"Deluge: A Powerful Force of Nature and Biblical Symbolism" The Deluge, a captivating artwork by Joseph-Desire Court, transports us to the ancient tale of Noah's Ark. This masterpiece depicts the Arche de Noe, a symbol of hope amidst chaos. The meticulous tempera on panel technique brings life to this monumental scene measuring 108x52. In another rendition titled "The Entry of the Animals into Noah's Ark, " we witness the harmonious gathering of creatures seeking refuge from impending disaster. Painted in 1613, this piece captures the anticipation and urgency felt during those fateful moments. Wood engravings from the 19th century showcase Nicolas Poussin's Winter or The Four Seasons series, where winter is depicted as a metaphorical deluge. Poussin skillfully portrays nature's power through chilling scenes that evoke both awe and trepidation. Anne Louis Girodet de Roucy-Trioson's Deluge scene further immerses us in its grandeur with its vast dimensions of 41 x 41m. This oil-on-canvas masterpiece evokes emotions as we witness humanity grappling with overwhelming forces beyond their control. Moving away from artistry but still tied to our theme, Canada's Niagara Falls offers an awe-inspiring natural spectacle resembling a deluge itself. The Maid of the Mist boat ride allows visitors to experience firsthand nature’s raw power as they navigate through misty waters beneath thundering cascades. Reviving history, Rev. William Buckland’s vividly colored fossils from 1833 remind us that even millions of years ago, Earth experienced cataclysmic events like floods that shaped our planet and left behind fascinating remnants for scientific exploration. Speaking of ancient times, debates about dinosaurs aboard Noah’s Ark continue to intrigue many minds today – did these colossal creatures survive alongside other animals? Such discussions highlight how stories like Noah’s Ark and the concept of a they have captured our imagination throughout history.