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Holy Ghost Collection (#5)

"The Holy Ghost: A Divine Presence Across Art and Time" In the realm of art

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The vision of Saint Dominic, with God the Father and Christ at top center

The vision of Saint Dominic, with God the Father and Christ at top center, the Virgin standing below on the crescent moon, and Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Dominic in the foreground, 1607

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Saint Francis kneeling with his arms outstretched, looking towards a cherub at upper left

Saint Francis kneeling with his arms outstretched, looking towards a cherub at upper left, 1599

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The holy trinity with Saint Michael vanquishing a six-headed dragon, frontispiece to

The holy trinity with Saint Michael vanquishing a six-headed dragon, frontispiece to Missale Romanum ex decreto sacrosancti Concilii tridentini restitutum, ca. 1662

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Pentecost, with the Apostles and the Virgin sitting in a circle, the Holy Spirit ap

The Pentecost, with the Apostles and the Virgin sitting in a circle, the Holy Spirit appearing above them, and a donor kneeling at left, 1729-40

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Holy Trinity, from Hymmelwagen auff dem, wer wol lebt... 1517

The Holy Trinity, from Hymmelwagen auff dem, wer wol lebt... 1517

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Illustration to Proverbs 11: 26, 1534. Creator: Daniel Hopfer

Illustration to Proverbs 11: 26, 1534. Creator: Daniel Hopfer
Illustration to Proverbs 11: 26, 1534

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Coronation of the Virgin with St Lawrence, St Paul, St Peter and St Sixtus, 1576

The Coronation of the Virgin with St Lawrence, St Paul, St Peter and St Sixtus, 1576

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Pentecost, 1574. Creator: Claes Jansz Visscher

The Pentecost, 1574. Creator: Claes Jansz Visscher
The Pentecost, 1574

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Holy Spirit as a bird descending with spread wings at top center

The Holy Spirit as a bird descending with spread wings at top center; the twelve Apostles standing below gesturing to it in front of an archway, 1518

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Design for a Pulpit, Plate 4 from an Untitled Series of Pulpit Designs, Pri

Design for a Pulpit, Plate 4 from an Untitled Series of Pulpit Designs, Printed ca. 1750-56

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Adoration of the Trinity, 1566. Creator: Cornelis Cort

The Adoration of the Trinity, 1566. Creator: Cornelis Cort
The Adoration of the Trinity, 1566

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Pentecost, 1574. Creator: Cornelis Cort

The Pentecost, 1574. Creator: Cornelis Cort
The Pentecost, 1574

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, with Gabriel at left and the Virgin at right, 1784. Creator: Bossi

The Annunciation, with Gabriel at left and the Virgin at right, 1784. Creator: Bossi
The Annunciation, with Gabriel at left and the Virgin at right, 1784

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Plate 6: Saint Josephs dream, with the Virgin Mary at left

Plate 6: Saint Josephs dream, with the Virgin Mary at left and an angel above who points to the Holy Spirit, 1777

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Bifolium from a Gradual, German, late 15th century. Creator: Unknown

Bifolium from a Gradual, German, late 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Bifolium from a Gradual, German, late 15th century

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Basin, German, 15th century. Creator: Unknown

Basin, German, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Basin, German, 15th century

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Vision of St. Theresa, 1570-1604. Creator: Antonius Wierix

The Vision of St. Theresa, 1570-1604. Creator: Antonius Wierix
The Vision of St. Theresa, 1570-1604

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Perfectionis Ascensio, from The Life of Saint John of the Cross, 1622-24

Perfectionis Ascensio, from The Life of Saint John of the Cross, 1622-24

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Baptism, from the series The Seven Sacraments, 1576. 1576. Creator: Philip Galle

Baptism, from the series The Seven Sacraments, 1576. 1576. Creator: Philip Galle
Baptism, from the series The Seven Sacraments, 1576

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Baptism of Christ; Saint John the Baptist at right and Christ at left with his

The Baptism of Christ; Saint John the Baptist at right and Christ at left with his hands held together, the Holy Ghost above, angels in the background, after Reni, ca. 1815-72

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Devotional Scene, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown

Devotional Scene, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Devotional Scene, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Biennial Perennial Flowering season Summer Cottage garden plant

Biennial Perennial Flowering season Summer Cottage garden plant
Angelica archangelica Angelica Green subject

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Virgin and Holy Ghost in Saint-Nicolas de Veroce church, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Virgin and Holy Ghost in Saint-Nicolas de Veroce church, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: God and the Holy Ghost in Saint-Nicolas de Veroce church, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

God and the Holy Ghost in Saint-Nicolas de Veroce church, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Holy Ghost in Saint-Nicolas de Veroce church, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Holy Ghost in Saint-Nicolas de Veroce church, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: God and the Holy Ghost, St. John the Baptist church, Xewkija. Malta, Europe

God and the Holy Ghost, St. John the Baptist church, Xewkija. Malta, Europe

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Mosaic of Mary and the Holy Ghost in Fourviere basilica, Lyon, Rhone, France, Europe

Mosaic of Mary and the Holy Ghost in Fourviere basilica, Lyon, Rhone, France, Europe

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Manuscript Leaf with Adoration of the Holy Name, from a Book of Hours, after 1530 (?)

Manuscript Leaf with Adoration of the Holy Name, from a Book of Hours, after 1530 (?)

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, 1480-89. Creator: Hans Memling

The Annunciation, 1480-89. Creator: Hans Memling
The Annunciation, 1480-89

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Archangel Gabriel; The Virgin Annunciate, ca. 1510. Creator: Gerard David

Archangel Gabriel; The Virgin Annunciate, ca. 1510. Creator: Gerard David
Archangel Gabriel; The Virgin Annunciate, ca. 1510

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Saint Catherine of Alexandria in Prison, ca. 1580-85. Creator: Paolo Veronese

Saint Catherine of Alexandria in Prison, ca. 1580-85. Creator: Paolo Veronese
Saint Catherine of Alexandria in Prison, ca. 1580-85

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Panel from Saint John Retable, 1464-1507. Creator: Domingo Ram

Panel from Saint John Retable, 1464-1507. Creator: Domingo Ram
Panel from Saint John Retable, 1464-1507

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Marriage of the Virgin, ca. 1690. Creator: Jose Sanchez

The Marriage of the Virgin, ca. 1690. Creator: Jose Sanchez
The Marriage of the Virgin, ca. 1690

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, ca. 1585. Creator: Peter Candid

The Annunciation, ca. 1585. Creator: Peter Candid
The Annunciation, ca. 1585

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, ca. 1525. Creator: Joos van Cleve

The Annunciation, ca. 1525. Creator: Joos van Cleve
The Annunciation, ca. 1525

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, ca. 1450. Creator: Petrus Christus

The Annunciation, ca. 1450. Creator: Petrus Christus
The Annunciation, ca. 1450

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: Paradise, ca. 1598. Creator: Carlo Saraceni

Paradise, ca. 1598. Creator: Carlo Saraceni
Paradise, ca. 1598

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Coronation of the Virgin, after 1595. Creator: Annibale Carracci

The Coronation of the Virgin, after 1595. Creator: Annibale Carracci
The Coronation of the Virgin, after 1595

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Baptism of Christ, 1773. Creator: Nicolas Enriquez

The Baptism of Christ, 1773. Creator: Nicolas Enriquez
The Baptism of Christ, 1773

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt, 1773. Creator: Nicolas Enriquez

The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt, 1773. Creator: Nicolas Enriquez
The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt, 1773

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, ca. 1600. Creator: Gentileschi, Orazio (1563-1638)

The Annunciation, ca. 1600. Creator: Gentileschi, Orazio (1563-1638)
The Annunciation, ca. 1600. Found in the Collection of Collection Alana, Newark

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, ca 1350. Creator: Nardo di Cione (active ca 1346-1365)

The Annunciation, ca 1350. Creator: Nardo di Cione (active ca 1346-1365)
The Annunciation, ca 1350. Found in the Collection of Collection Alana, Newark

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, ca 1538-1539. Creator: Titian (1488-1576)

The Annunciation, ca 1538-1539. Creator: Titian (1488-1576)
The Annunciation, ca 1538-1539. Found in the Collection of Scuola Grande di San Rocco, Venezia

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, diptych, mid 19th century, (1881). Creator: J P Fraser

The Annunciation, diptych, mid 19th century, (1881). Creator: J P Fraser
The Annunciation, diptych, mid 19th century, (1881). Etching of a small folding tabernacle in gilt bronze, silver, niello, bone and horn

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation, 1628-1629. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)

The Annunciation, 1628-1629. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Annunciation, 1628-1629. Found in the Collection of Rubenshuis

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Baptism of Christ, 1445-1450, (1943). Creator: Master ES

The Baptism of Christ, 1445-1450, (1943). Creator: Master ES
The Baptism of Christ, 1445-1450, (1943). Jesus stands in the River Jordan as John the Baptist, kneeling on a projecting rock, pours baptismal water over Christs head

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Baptism and the Temptations of Christ, 1582. Creator: Veronese, Paolo (1528-1588)

The Baptism and the Temptations of Christ, 1582. Creator: Veronese, Paolo (1528-1588)
The Baptism and the Temptations of Christ, 1582. Found in the Collection of Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan

Background imageHoly Ghost Collection: The Annunciation: Maria, 1560-1584. Creator: Tintoretto, Jacopo (1518-1594)

The Annunciation: Maria, 1560-1584. Creator: Tintoretto, Jacopo (1518-1594)
The Annunciation: Maria, 1560-1584. Found in the Collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam




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"The Holy Ghost: A Divine Presence Across Art and Time" In the realm of art, the concept of the Holy Ghost has been a source of inspiration for countless artists throughout history. From Renaissance masterpieces to intricate sculptures, its depiction has evolved over time, yet its essence remains unchanged. One such representation is found in Henry Ossawa Tanner's "The Annunciation" from 1898. With delicate brushstrokes and soft hues, he captures the moment when Mary receives news of her divine destiny. The presence of the Holy Ghost is subtly hinted at through ethereal light illuminating the scene. Moving forward to c. 1604-14, we encounter an oil on canvas masterpiece titled "The Pentecost. " This artwork showcases a pivotal event where believers receive spiritual enlightenment through the descent of the Holy Spirit upon them. The vibrant colors and dynamic composition convey a sense of awe and wonderment. Venturing into Fourviere Basilica in Lyon, France, one encounters a magnificent sculpture dedicated to the Holy Ghost. Crafted with meticulous detail, this piece stands as a testament to faith's enduring power across Europe. Jean Bourdichon's manuscript leaf from ca. 1485-90 presents us with another glimpse into religious devotion during medieval times. Within its pages lies "The Annunciation, " rendered with exquisite precision that transports viewers back in time. A fascinating artifact dating back even further can be found in Ascension and Pentecost from 1290-1300. This illuminated manuscript offers insight into how early Christians perceived these sacred events intertwined with their understanding of the Holy Ghost. Carlo Crivelli's "The Annunciation" from 1486 takes us on yet another journey through artistry infused with spirituality. Through intricate details and rich symbolism, he invites contemplation on Mary's encounter with Gabriel and her acceptance as God's vessel guided by divine intervention.