Exaltation Of The Cross Collection

The Raising of the Cross, ca 1633-1645. Creator: Rembrandt van Rhijn (1606-1669)
The Raising of the Cross, ca 1633-1645. Found in the collection of the Museum Bredius, Den Haag

The Raising of the Cross (Triptych, Central Panel), c. 1610. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Raising of the Cross (Triptych, Central Panel), c. 1610. Found in the collection of the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal, Antwerpen

Emperor Heraclius returns the True Cross to Jerusalem. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

The Dream of Saint Helena. Found in the Collection of Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

The Elevation of the Cross, c. 1525. Artist: Huber, Wolf (1480 / 5-1553)
The Elevation of the Cross, c. 1525. Found in the collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

The Finding of the Holy Cross. From an manuscript Gradual, c. 1420. Artist
The Finding of the Holy Cross. From an manuscript Gradual, c.1420. Private Collection

The Elevation of the Cross (sketch for the triptych). Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Elevation of the Cross (sketch for the triptych). Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Christ Embracing the Cross. Artist: Reni, Guido (1575-1642)
Christ Embracing the Cross. Found in the collection of Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, Madrid

The Frankfurt Altarpiece of the Exaltation of the True Cross. Artist: Elsheimer, Adam (1578-1610)
The Frankfurt Altarpiece of the Exaltation of the True Cross. Found in the collection of Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

Exaltation of the Cross. Saints Constantine the Great and Helena, ca 1350. Artist: Anonymous
Exaltation of the Cross. Saints Constantine the Great and Helena, ca 1350. Found in the collection of the Visoki Decani monastery, Kosovo

Exaltation of the Holy Cross, 18th century. Artist: Russian icon
Exaltation of the Holy Cross, 18th century. From a private collection

The Water of Life, 19th century. Artist: Italian master
The Water of Life, 19th century. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

El Cristo de las Cruces, Early 18th cen Artist: Moyen, Francisco (1720-1761)
El Cristo de las Cruces, Early 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the Santa Teresa Convent Museum, Potosi, Bolivia

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"Exaltation of the Cross: A Journey Through Art and Faith" Step back in time as we delve into the rich history and profound significance of the Exaltation of the Cross. This captivating event, marked by various artistic masterpieces, holds a special place in Christian tradition. One pivotal moment takes us to Emperor Heraclius' triumphant return of the True Cross to Jerusalem. The sheer magnitude of this act reverberated through time, forever etching its memory on canvas. Intriguingly, Saint Helena's dream played a crucial role in uncovering this sacred relic. As she envisioned the location where Christ's cross was buried, her unwavering faith led to its miraculous discovery. Artists like Huber Wolf skillfully captured this divine revelation in "The Elevation of the Cross, " showcasing their talent for immortalizing such significant moments. Similarly, Master of Murano Gradual depicted "The Finding of Holy Cross" with meticulous detail and reverence. Pieter Paul Rubens left an indelible mark with his sketch for "The Elevation of the Cross. " His mastery brought forth a sense of grandeur and devotion that continues to captivate audiences today. Guido Reni's masterpiece "Christ Embracing the Cross" evokes deep emotion as it portrays Jesus embracing his fate with love and sacrifice. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst suffering, there is redemption. Adam Elsheimer's Frankfurt Altarpiece beautifully depicts scenes from both Constantine and Helena's lives intertwined with their veneration for the True Cross. This intricate artwork showcases their unwavering dedication to preserving its sanctity. From anonymous Russian icons exalting Christ on the cross to Italian masters depicting "The Water of Life, " each piece breathes life into our understanding and appreciation for this holy symbol.