Face Of Christ Collection

The Holy Face. Found in the Collection of Museo Nacional de Escultura Valladolid

Saint Veronica between Saints Peter and Paul, 1510. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
Saint Veronica between Saints Peter and Paul, 1510. Private Collection

The Sudarium held by two angels, 1513. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
The Sudarium held by two angels, 1513. Private Collection

The veil of Saint Veronica, Early16th century. Artist: Anonymous
The veil of Saint Veronica, Early16th century. Found in the collection of Ptuj Ormo? Regional Museum

The Flemalle Panels: Saint Veronica. Artist: Campin, Robert (ca. 1375-1444)
The Flemalle Panels: Saint Veronica. Found in the collection of Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

Saint Veronica. Artist: El Greco, Dominico (1541-1614)
Saint Veronica. Found in the collection of Museo de Santa Cruz, Toledo

Triptych of The Holy Face. Artist: Master Bertram (ca 1340-ca 1415)
Triptych of The Holy Face. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Saint Veronica and a Group of Knights. Artist: Baegert, Derick (ca 1440-after 1502)
Saint Veronica and a Group of Knights. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1586-1595. Artist: El Greco, Dominico (1541-1614)
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1586-1595. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 13th century. Artist: Byzantine icon
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 13th century. Found in the collection of the Notre-Dame de Laon

The Holy Face (Dome painting in the Archangel Michael Cathedral of the Moscow Kremlin), 1652-1666. Found in the collection of the Archangel Michael Cathedral in the Kremlin, Moscow

The Holy Countenance, c. 1500. Artist: Bouts, Aelbrecht, (Circle)
The Holy Countenance, c. 1500. Found in the collection of the Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1447. Artist: Russian icon
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1447. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1658. Artist: Ushakov, Simon (Pimen) Fyodorovich (1626-1686)
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1658. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle). Artist: Russian icon
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle). Found in the collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Saint Veronica (The Crucifixion Triptych), c. 1440. Artist: Weyden, Rogier, van der (ca. 1399-1464)
Saint Veronica (The Crucifixion Triptych), c. 1440. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

Head of Christ, 1525-1528. Artist: Correggio (1489-1534)
Head of Christ, 1525-1528. Found in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Saint Veronica with the Sudarium, c. 1420. Artist: Master of Saint Veronica (active 1395?1420)
Saint Veronica with the Sudarium, c.1420. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The veil of Saint Veronica, 1949. Artist: Mellan, Claude (1598-1688)
The veil of Saint Veronica, 1949. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

St. Veronica (oil on canvas)
BAL165753 St. Veronica (oil on canvas) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); 71x61.5 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; Italian, out of copyright

St. Veronica, from Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (1440-1514) 1493
XJF139041 St. Veronica, from Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (1440-1514) 1493 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by German School, (15th century); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

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"The Face of Christ: A Glimpse into Sacred Art Through the Ages" The Holy Face, also known as The Veil of Saint Veronica, has been a subject that has captivated artists for centuries. This early 16th-century masterpiece by an anonymous artist showcases the profound devotion and reverence towards this sacred relic. In the Flemalle Panels, created by Robert Campin in the late 14th century, we witness Saint Veronica holding up her veil with awe-inspiring tenderness. Her act of compassion is beautifully depicted, reminding us of the power of empathy and selflessness. El Greco's interpretation of Saint Veronica further emphasizes her significance as she gazes upon the Holy Face with intense emotion. Dominico El Greco's artistic prowess shines through his brushstrokes, capturing both spiritual depth and human vulnerability. Master Bertram's Triptych of The Holy Face transports us back to medieval times when faith was at its core. With intricate details and vibrant colors, he brings to life scenes that depict not only Saint Veronica but also a group of knights who are touched by her divine encounter. Derick Baegert's painting portrays Saint Veronica surrounded by knights who stand in awe before the Holy Face. Their armor symbolizes their unwavering commitment to protect and defend their faith—a testament to how art can convey powerful messages beyond words. The Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle) holds a special place in religious iconography. El Greco once again captures its essence in his work from 1586-1595 while Byzantine icons dating back to the 13th century showcase its enduring influence on Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Moving forward in time, ancient Russian frescoes within Moscow Kremlin's Archangel Michael Cathedral reveal yet another representation of The Holy Face—this time through magnificent dome paintings from 1652-1666. These frescoes serve as a reminder that art transcends boundaries and connects people across cultures.