Frankincense Collection (#3)

Incense ceremony, 14th century. Creator: Chinese Master
Incense ceremony, 14th century. Found in the Collection of Shanghai Museum

They presented him with gifts; gold, and frankincense and myrrh, mid-late 19th century. Biblical scene, from Matthew 2: 11: And when they were come into the house

Central panel from triptych the Adoration of the Magi, 1479-1480. Creator: Hans Memling
Central panel from triptych the Adoration of the Magi, 1479-1480. Subject of the Nativity in which the Magi present gifts to Jesus. Oil on panel

Adoration of the Magi, 1476, (1937). Creator: Sandro Botticelli
Adoration of the Magi, 1476, (1937). Painting in the Uffizi, Gallery, Florence. From " Sandro Botticelli" by Lionello Venturi. [George Allen & Unwin Ltd, London, 1937]

The Adoration of the Magi, c. 1475 (oil and gold on oak)
3471143 The Adoration of the Magi, c.1475 (oil and gold on oak) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); 71.1x56.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Netherlandish, out of copyright

The Adoration of the Magi (oil on canvas)
3471136 The Adoration of the Magi (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 60.3x47.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The Adoration of the Magi, c. 1470 (tempera and gold on wood)
3471133 The Adoration of the Magi, c.1470 (tempera and gold on wood) by Pietro, Sano di, also Ansano di Pietro di Mencio (1406-81); 30.2x47.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Italian

The Adoration of the Magi, c. 1390 (tempera and gold on wood)
3471127 The Adoration of the Magi, c.1390 (tempera and gold on wood) by Bartolo di Fredi, also Manfredi de Battilori (1330-1410); 148.6x89.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Italian

The Adoration of the Magi, 1526 (oil on wood)
3471124 The Adoration of the Magi, 1526 (oil on wood) by Massys or Metsys, Quentin (c.1466-1530); 102.9x80 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Netherlandish, out of copyright

The Adoration of the Magi from a Book of Hours Ms. 48 fol. 59, c. 1480-90 (tempera
3077095 The Adoration of the Magi from a Book of Hours Ms. 48 fol. 59, c.1480-90 (tempera, gold leaf and ink on parchment) by Trubert, Georges (fl.1467-99); 11.4x8.6 cm; J

The Adoration of the Magi (oil on oak panel)
897360 The Adoration of the Magi (oil on oak panel) by David, Gerard (c.1460-1523); 83x66 cm; Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels

Ms 404 f. 1v The Three Magi, detail from the Nativity, 12th-13th century (vellum)
XIR157759 Ms 404 f.1v The Three Magi, detail from the Nativity, 12th-13th century (vellum) by Armenian School; Armenian Cathedral and Museum, Julfa, Isfahan, Iran; Armenian, out of copyright

Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel)
XIR61819 Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 87x101 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Netherlandish, out of copyright

The Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel)
XRZ36993 The Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel) by French School, (15th century); Musee Crozatier, Le Puy-en-Velay, France; French, out of copyright

Burning incense, 14th century. Found in the Collection of Shanghai Museum

The plant at top unidentified in book. BELOW: Balsam tree. Commiphora. After an illustration by Mirza Baqir in a 19th century Iranian book of Greek physician

Adoration Magi king kneels worship Mary child
Adoration of the Magi, The Adoration of the Magi. A king kneels in worship with Mary with the child, on the left the other kings wait with gifts, on the right Joseph and a shepherd. Angels in heaven

Nativity Scene. The Three Wise Men With The Holy Family. One Presents A Gift To The Infant Jesus. From The Holy Bible Published By William Collins, Sons, & Company In 1869. Chromolithograph By J.M

The Three Wise Men

The Adoration of the Magi, 1714-24. Creator: Benoit Farjat
The Adoration of the Magi, 1714-24

Picture No. 11982411
Suricate / Meerkat - three Kings Date:

Romanesque Art. Catalonia. Espinelves. Frontal altar from Saint Vincent. Anonymous. Around 1187. Tempera on wood. The Adoration of the Magi: Melchior, Caspar and Balthasar. Episcopal Museum. VIc

Jesus is shown to the Three Kings. Codex of Predis (1476). I
Jesus is shown to the Three Kings. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Khor Rori, ruins of an ancient South Arabian town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Oman
Inscriptions at Khor Rouri reports that the town, called Sumhuram, was founded on royal initiative and settled by a┼¥Ôé¼adramite emigrants

Spices for sale in the Souq-al-Atterine near Khan el-Khalili, Cairo, Egypt. Spices for sale in the souq-al-atterine near Khan el Khalili, Cairo

An Omani man walks through the incense souk in Salalah

The Adoration of the Magi, c1475-1476. Artist: Sandro Botticelli
The Adoration of the Magi, c1475-1476. The painting is part of the Mellon Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Gatherering myrrh and frankincense, Somalia, Africa, 1936. Artist: Wide World Photos
Gatherering myrrh and frankincense, Somalia, Africa, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

The Adoration of the Kings, c1556-1562. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Adoration of the Kings, c1556-1562. The Adoration of Three Kings presenting their gifts are treated as caricatures whilst the Virgin is not idealised

The Adoration of the Kings, 1564. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Adoration of the Kings, 1564. The Adoration of Three Kings presenting their gifts are treated as caricatures whilst the Virgin is not idealised. From the collection of the National Gallery, London

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

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 Adoration of the Magi, 1619. Artist: Diego Velazquez
The Adoration of the Magi, 1619. From the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid, Spain

The Adoration of the Magi, detail, 15th century. Artist: Hugo van der Goes
The Adoration of the Magi, detail, 15th century. Part of a Triptych

The Epiphany, c1230. Artist: Giotto
The Epiphany, c1230. The Magi, the three Kings from the East, Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar, present their gifts of gold

The Magi presenting their gifts to the infant Jesus, c1860. They are making their symbolic offerings of Gold for royalty, Frankincense for divinity, and Myrrh for bitterness and suffering, to Jesus

Three Wise Men. Altarpiece of Bellver de Cerdanya. Painted wood. 14th C. by workshop of Seu D Urgell

Israel. Jerusalem. Priest uses incense

Israel. Jerusalem. The Tomb of Christ at The Holy Sepulchre. Aedicula. Old city

Italiy. Venice. Saint Marks Basilica. Epiphany. Mosaic. 12th-14th centuries

Gerard David (c. 1460 A?i? 1523). Gothic style. Adoration o
Gerard David (c. 1460 A?i? 1523). Early Netherlandish painter. Gothic style. Adoration of the Magi, 1512. Alte Pinakothek, Munich, Germany

Adoration of the Magi. Catalan School. Relief
Adoration of the Magi. Polychromed wood relief. Catalan School. Private collection

A Chinese ritual using frankincense and myrrh

Illustration of cypress leaves and pinecone on stem, Juniper flowers, leaves and berries, and frankincense resin

Illustration of Boswellia sacra (Frankincense), resin ingredient for aromatherapy oil

Illustration of mandarin orange peel, frankincense and neroli stem with flowers and bud

Illustration of a bible scene, Matthew 2, Three Kings visit newborn Jesus and bring gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh

Adoration of the Magi, 1504 (oil on panel)
XJL9627 Adoration of the Magi, 1504 (oil on panel) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 100x114 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Italy; German, out of copyright

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Discover the ancient gift of frankincense, a symbol of divinity and spirituality. Used in the Nativity story, it was one of the precious offerings brought by the Magi during their travels. Picture a serene Nativity scene with the Three Kings bearing gifts, including frankincense from the sacred Boswellia sacra tree. This aromatic resin has been treasured for centuries, known for its calming properties and distinct fragrance. From loblolly pines to olibanum trees, this captivating substance holds cultural significance worldwide. Intricate gold and glass bottles hold local frankincense perfumes found in Al-Husn Souq in Salalah. These fragrances capture the essence of tradition and elegance. Just like The Three Kings who followed O Star of Wonder on that holy night long ago, we are drawn to its mystical allure. Frankincense has not only played a role in religious rituals but also held importance among priests, High-Priests, and Levites throughout history. Its presence adds an air of sanctity to any space it graces. Travel back in time to Romanesque Art where Catalonia's Espinelves showcases a frontal altar adorned with frankincense as part of worship practices. Its use transcends borders and cultures. Even today, you can find incense and spices for sale at souks like those found in Dubai's United Arab Emirates—a testament to how this timeless treasure continues to captivate hearts across generations. Let us embrace the enchanting power of frankincense—its rich history intertwined with faith and reverence.