Ilyas Collection

Ms B-132 fol.1a Circular medallion on the frontispiece of Khosro and Shirin, by Elias Nezami (1140-1209)
XIR352388 Ms B-132 fol.1a Circular medallion on the frontispiece of Khosro and Shirin, by Elias Nezami (1140-1209), 1421 (gold leaf and pigment on paper) by Persian School

Iskandar Finds Khizr and Ilyas at the Fountain of Immortality... c1485-95. Creator: Unknown
Iskandar Finds Khizr and Ilyas at the Fountain of Immortality; Page from a Manuscript of the Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami (Iskandarnama), c1485-95

The Prophet Elijah Awakened in the Desert by an Angel, 1624-1625. Creator: Giovanni Lanfranco
The Prophet Elijah Awakened in the Desert by an Angel, 1624-1625

The Ascension of Elijah, 1627. Creator: David Colijns
The Ascension of Elijah, 1627

Elisha Watching Elijah Ascend in the Fiery Chariot, 1750/1755. Creator: Pietro Antonio Novelli
Elisha Watching Elijah Ascend in the Fiery Chariot, 1750/1755

The sacrifice of Elijah, ca. 1653. Creator: Luca Giordano
The sacrifice of Elijah, ca. 1653

Elijah Restoring the Widows Son, 1868, (1947). Artist: Ford Madox Brown
Elijah Restoring the Widows Son, 1868, (1947). Part of the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. From The English Bible, by Sir Herbert Grierson [Collins, London, 1947]

Elijah, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
Elijah, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London, 1926)

Anatomy of the Human Body. Persian manuscript (16th c.) illustrating the muscles and nervous system in a male body in a squatting position. Persian art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE

The Transfiguration, 1311. Artist: Duccio di Buoninsegna
The Transfiguration, 1311. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Transfiguration, 17th century. Artist: Moses
The Transfiguration, 17th century

The Transfiguration of Christ, 12th century
The Transfiguration of Christ, with the Prophet Elias on the left, Moses on the right of the painting. From Asinov Church on Cyprus, 12th century

Elijah, Old Testament prophet, raising the widows son from apparent death, c1860. From the Bible (1 Kings 17)

Elijah goes into wilderness and asks to die, but an angel comes and bids him arise and eat, 1866. From the Bible (1 Kings 19.5)

Elijah raising the widows son, c1808. From the Bible (1 Kings 17.19, 20)

Angel of the Lord appearing to Elijah on the mountain, 1804
Angel of the Lord appearing to Elijah on the mountain and telling him not to be afraid and to go down to the king, 1804. Bible II Kings I:15

The Death of Shirin, illustration to Khosro and Shirin by Elias Nezami (1140-1209)
XIR352398 The Death of Shirin, illustration to Khosro and Shirin by Elias Nezami (1140-1209), 1504 (gouache & gold leaf on paper) by Persian School

Ms D-212 fol. 91a Khosro before Shirins Palace, illustration to Khosro and Shirin
XIR206622 Ms D-212 fol.91a Khosro before Shirins Palace, illustration to Khosro and Shirin, 1176, by Elias Nezami (1140-1209) c.1550 (gouache on paper) by Persian School

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"Ilyas: A Journey through Art and History" Step into the world of Ilyas, a name that echoes through time, connecting various artistic masterpieces and historical events. From ancient Persian manuscripts to Renaissance paintings, this captivating figure has left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. In the "Anatomy of the Human Body, " a 16th-century Persian manuscript, we catch glimpses of Ilyas' enigmatic presence. The intricate illustrations depict the intricacies of human anatomy while hinting at his profound understanding of life's mysteries. Luca Giordano's masterpiece "The Sacrifice of Elijah" transports us to biblical times, where Ilyas takes center stage as he offers himself in devotion and sacrifice. His unwavering faith shines through in Ford Madox Brown's poignant painting "Elijah Restoring the Widow's Son. " Here, we witness his miraculous power to bring life back from death itself. Frederic Shields captures Ilyas' ethereal essence in his evocative artwork titled simply "Elijah. " With every brushstroke, Shields immortalizes this revered prophet who transcends time and space. Duccio di Buoninsegna's iconic piece "The Transfiguration" showcases Ilyas alongside Christ himself. In this divine moment, their spirits intertwine as they ascend towards heavenly realms. Moses' interpretation further emphasizes Ilyas' transformative journey throughout centuries. From c1860s depictions by unknown artists showing him raising widows' sons from apparent death to Elias Nezami's illustration for Khosro and Shirin depicting "The Death of Shirin, " we witness different facets of Ilyas' complex character – compassion mixed with sorrowful longing for peace amidst chaos. As we explore these artistic treasures spanning centuries, one thing becomes clear: Ilyas is more than just a name; he represents resilience against adversity and unwavering faith in the face of challenges.