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Fiery Chariot Collection

"Fiery Chariot: A Divine Ascension and Miracles Unveiled" In the realm of biblical tales

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah, 1912. Creator: Boychuk, Mykhailo (1882-1937)

The Prophet Elijah, 1912. Creator: Boychuk, Mykhailo (1882-1937)
The Prophet Elijah, 1912. Found in the collection of the State Art Gallery, Lviv

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Ascension of the Prophet Elijah with scenes from his life, 17th century

The Ascension of the Prophet Elijah with scenes from his life, 17th century. Creator: Poulakis, Theodore (1622-1692)
The Ascension of the Prophet Elijah with scenes from his life, 17th century. Found in the collection of the Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: Elijah ascending into heaven in a fiery chariot, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866

Elijah ascending into heaven in a fiery chariot, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665382 Elijah ascending into heaven in a fiery chariot, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Elijah ascending into heaven in a fiery chariot)

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Ascension of Elijah, icon, Pskov School, c. 1650 (tempera on panel)

The Ascension of Elijah, icon, Pskov School, c. 1650 (tempera on panel)
SRM49481 The Ascension of Elijah, icon, Pskov School, c.1650 (tempera on panel) by Russian School (17th century); State Russian Museum, St

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness with Scenes from His Life, um 1700. Creator: Anonymous

The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness with Scenes from His Life, um 1700. Creator: Anonymous
The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness with Scenes from His Life, um 1700. Found in the Collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: Elijahs sacrifice on Mount Carmel, 17th century. Creator: Wet, Jacob Willemsz de, the Elder (ca)

Elijahs sacrifice on Mount Carmel, 17th century. Creator: Wet, Jacob Willemsz de, the Elder (ca)
Elijahs sacrifice on Mount Carmel, 17th century. Found in the Collection of Slovak National Gallery, Bratislava

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah in the desert, ca 1545-1550

The Prophet Elijah in the desert, ca 1545-1550. Private Collection

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: Elijahs sacrifice on Mount Carmel

Elijahs sacrifice on Mount Carmel. Private Collection

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot. Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, Mid of 16th century

The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot. Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, Mid of 16th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot. Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, Mid of 16th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, 13th century. Artist: Russian icon

The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, 13th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, 13th century. Found in the collection of the Sanpaolo Banco di Napoli Art Collection

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness with Scenes from His Life. Artist: Anonymous

The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness with Scenes from His Life. Artist: Anonymous
The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness with Scenes from His Life. Found in the collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness, Late 18th cent Artist: Russian icon

The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness, Late 18th cent Artist: Russian icon
The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness, Late 18th cent.. From a private collection

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah with Scenes from His Life, End of 14th cen Artist: Russian icon

The Prophet Elijah with Scenes from His Life, End of 14th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Prophet Elijah with Scenes from His Life, End of 14th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Nizhny Novgorod

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Last Supper altarpiece: Elijah in the wilderness (right wing), 1464-1468

The Last Supper altarpiece: Elijah in the wilderness (right wing), 1464-1468. Artist: Bouts, Dirk (1410 / 20-1475)
The Last Supper altarpiece: Elijah in the wilderness (right wing), 1464-1468. Found in the collection of the St. Peters Church, Leuven

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, Early16th cen Artist: Russian icon

The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, Early16th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, Early16th cen.. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, 1570s. Artist: Russian icon

The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, 1570s. Artist: Russian icon
The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, 1570s. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Solvychegodsk

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: Ascension Elijah Landscape prophet Elisha sees

Ascension Elijah Landscape prophet Elisha sees
The Ascension of Elijah, The Ascension of Elijah. Landscape in which the prophet Elisha sees how Elijah drives to heaven in the fiery chariot

Background imageFiery Chariot Collection: The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, c. 1570 (tempera on panel)

The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, c. 1570 (tempera on panel)
BAL480001 The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot, c.1570 (tempera on panel) by Russian School, (16th century); Regional Art Museum, Solvychegodsk; (add.info.: Elijah)



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"Fiery Chariot: A Divine Ascension and Miracles Unveiled" In the realm of biblical tales, one story stands out with its awe-inspiring imagery and profound symbolism - Elijah ascending into heaven in a fiery chariot. This captivating event has been depicted throughout history by numerous artists, each bringing their unique interpretation to this extraordinary moment. One such portrayal is found in the Dore Bible from 1866, where an illustration captures the intensity of Elijah's ascent. The artist skillfully conveys the power and grandeur of the fiery chariot as it carries him towards his heavenly destination. The Pskov School's icon from around 1650 further immerses us in this divine scene. Painted with tempera on panel, it showcases The Ascension of Elijah with meticulous attention to detail. The vibrant colors and intricate brushwork transport us back to that ancient time when miracles were witnessed firsthand. Another anonymous artist takes us on a journey through various episodes from Elijah's life in their work titled "The Prophet Elijah in the Wilderness with Scenes from His Life, " dating back to around 1700. Through a series of vignettes, we witness his sacrifice on Mount Carmel, his presence in the desert, and ultimately his encounter with the fiery chariot. Jacob Willemsz de Wet's painting from the 17th century focuses solely on Elijah's sacrifice on Mount Carmel. With masterful strokes, he captures both the intensity of fire consuming wet wood and also highlights Elijah's unwavering faith amidst adversity. Russian icons have also played a significant role in preserving this sacred narrative over centuries. One such icon by Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki depicts "The Prophet Elijah and the Fiery Chariot" during mid-16th century Russia. Its delicate details evoke reverence for this miraculous event while honoring Russian artistic traditions.