Herod Collection (#8)

Remains of Herods palace, 1st century
Remains of Herods palace at Masada, 1st century

Herods Palace at Masada, 1st century
Herods Palace at Masada, at the north end of the fortress, 1st century

Ruins of Caesarea, named for Augustus Caesar by Herod the Great

Ruins of Caesarea, 1st century
Ruins of Caesarea, named for Augustus Caesar by Herod the Great, 1st century

The Head of Saint John the Baptist Brought before Herod, 1455-1460. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (ca 1403-1482)
The Head of Saint John the Baptist Brought before Herod, 1455-1460. Found in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago

Salome Asking Herod for the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1455-1460. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (ca 1403-1482)
Salome Asking Herod for the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1455-1460. Found in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago

Triptych with scenes from the life of Saint John the Baptist, ca 1530. Artist: Master of the Gent Adultress (active c)
Triptych with scenes from the life of Saint John the Baptist, ca 1530. From a private collection

Herod interrogates Jesus. Codex of Predis (1476). Italy
Herod interrogates Jesus. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Raphael (1483-1520). Italian painter and architect. Liberati
Raphael (1483-1520). Italian painter and architect of the High Renaissance. Liberation of Saint Peter, 1514. Fresco. Raphaels Rooms. Room of Heliodorus. Apostolic Palace. Vatican City

Jesus is brought before Herod. Codex of Predis (1476). Italy
Jesus is brought before Herod. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

The Court of Herod with John the Baptist chained at the instigation of Herodias. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Caesarea / Crusaders road
Four arches of the Crusaders road from the 13rd century. Caesarea was built by Herod the Great in the 1st century BC. The area remains an important archaeological site. Date: 1984

Caesarea / Crusaders gate
East gate house of the CRUSADERS GATE built in the 13rd century. Caesarea was built by Herod the Great in the 1st century BC. The area remains an important archaeological site. Date: 1976

Bible / Salomes Dance
She danced before Herod and demanded the head of John the Baptist as her reward. Date: 1909

SWITZERLAND. Mustair. Convent of St. John. Dinner of Herod Antipas with dancing Salome. Detail. Wall decoration of the eastern central apse. 12th c. Romanesque art. Fresco

Colonnade of Herod, Samaria, West Bank
The Colonnade of Herod, Samaria, West Bank. Date: 1920s

The Tower of David, Jerusalem, Israel. The existing building is mainly a Medieval fortress, but parts of it were built by the Hasmondean (1st century AD) and King Herod (37-34 BC) Date: BCE & Medieval

Christ Herod Small Passion ca 1509 Woodcut sheet
Artokoloro

Christ Herod Passion Woodblock Sheet 11 7 1 / 16
Artokoloro

Frontispiece Tristan L Hermite Marianne standing
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Christ Herod Small Passion 1509 Woodcut sheet
Artokoloro

Christ Herod Passion Woodblock Sheet 9 3 / 4 6 11 / 16
Artokoloro

Drawings Prints, Print, Christ, before, Herod, Hall, Speculum, passionis, domini
Drawings and Prints, Print, Christ before Herod in a Hall, from Speculum passionis domini nostri Ihesu Christi, Artist, Author, Publisher, Published for Ulrich Pinder, by, Hans Schaufelein

Israel, Judean Desert, Dead Sea. The view north across the Judean Desert from the upper terrace at Masada

FALL OF JERUSALEM and the destruction of Herods Temple in 70 A.D.: woodcut from the " Nuremberg Chronicle, " 1493

The Dance of Salome (tempera on panel) (see also 90208)
BAL53648 The Dance of Salome (tempera on panel) (see also 90208) by Pietro, Sano di, also Ansano di Pietro di Mencio (1406-81); Museum of Fine Arts (Szepmuveszeti) Budapest

Altar Frontal from the Church of Santa Maria de Cardet, Vall de Boi, Spain, depicting the Madonna
XIR498164 Altar Frontal from the Church of Santa Maria de Cardet, Vall de Boi, Spain, depicting the Madonna and four scenes from her life

Pride comes before a Fall, c. 1600 (engraving)
XJF472238 Pride comes before a Fall, c.1600 (engraving) by Goltzius, Conraad (c.1560-1617); Private Collection; (add.info.: The figure of Pride is shown with skeletal legs and arms)

German 15th Century, Christ before Herod, probably 1425-1450, woodcut, hand-colored in red lake, green, yellow, tan, and orange

after Sa bastien Le Clerc I, Christ before Herod, engraving
after Sa© bastien Le Clerc I, Christ before Herod, engraving

Jacopo Ligozzi (Italian, 1547 - 1627), Christ before Herod, c. 1590, pen and brown ink with brown and gray-brown wash, heightened with white gouache, on brown prepared laid paper

Christ Presented to the People, 1655 (drypoint)
XJF416569 Christ Presented to the People, 1655 (drypoint) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Christ before Herod, left panel from the Retable of the Passion, 1517-20 (tempera
XIR316393 Christ before Herod, left panel from the Retable of the Passion, 1517-20 (tempera on panel) by Ronzen, Antonio (fl.1500-25); Basilica of Mary Magdalene, St

Christ before Pilate and Herod, Gilliam van der Gouwen, Pieter Mortier, Anonymous, 1700

Salome Dancing before Herod, Hans Horions, 1634 - 1672

Flight into Egypt, 1725-35 (Pen and brown ink with brown wash over black chalk)
XOS1765286 Flight into Egypt, 1725-35 (Pen and brown ink with brown wash over black chalk) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 30.5x45.2 cm; J

Preparing for the flight from Egypt, Justus Sadeler, 1600 - 1620

Death of Herod Agrippa, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1703 - 1762

Herod on his couch, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1704

Davids tomb opened by order of Herod for the second time, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1704

Herod lets his barber Tryphon, Tyro and his son be stoned on suspicion of treason, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1704

During a meeting Antipater kneels before his father Herod, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1704

Armed enemies flee when they see Herod in bath after his victory over the army of Antigonus, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1704

The golden eagle of Herod is torn off the temple by people with ropes, print maker: Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1704

The Flight into Egypt from a Book of Hours Ms. 48 fol. 67, c. 1480-90 (tempera, gold leaf
XOS1765658 The Flight into Egypt from a Book of Hours Ms. 48 fol. 67, c.1480-90 (tempera, gold leaf and ink on parchment) by Trubert, Georges (fl.1467-99); 11.4x8.6 cm; J

JOHN THE BAPTIST REPROVING HEROD: For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison, for Herodias sake, his brother Philips wife

Christ Led from Herod to Pilate; Simon Bening, Flemish, about 1483 - 1561; Bruges, Belgium, Europe; about 1525 - 1530; Tempera colors, gold paint

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"Herod: A Complex Figure in Art and History" From ancient biblical narratives to the masterpieces of renowned artists, it has captivated minds for centuries. In Gustav Klimt's iconic painting "Judith, " we witness the strength and determination of a woman who outwitted her enemy, just as Judith did with Holofernes. Artemisia Gentileschi's portrayal of "Judith and Holofernes" showcases the power dynamics between genders. But Herod's story goes beyond these tales. The Flight to Egypt reminds us of his role in attempting to eliminate Jesus, forcing Mary and Joseph into exile. Meanwhile, "The Liberation of Saint Peter" depicts another pivotal moment when divine intervention saved an apostle from Herod's clutches. Marianne finds herself entangled with this enigmatic figure in Marianne and Herod’s story – a tale that explores love amidst political turmoil. And then there is Salome, infamous for her dance that led to John the Baptist's beheading - immortalized by Lucas van Leyden’s haunting artwork. Beyond artistry lies historical evidence; fragments like the Biblical Commentary shed light on how scholars interpret Herod’s actions within their religious context. The Antonia Fortress Jerusalem stands as a testament to his grandeur and authority during his reign. In modern times, Masada reveals hidden secrets through its store rooms within Herods Palace - remnants that offer glimpses into daily life under his rule. Even Pilate found himself intertwined with Herod when he delivered Jesus after being mocked—an event etched forever in history. Through art and historical records alike, we are left pondering over this complex character whose name continues to echo through time – a man whose decisions shaped destinies while leaving an indelible mark on humanity itself.