Image Of Edessa Collection

The Holy Face. Found in the Collection of Museo Nacional de Escultura Valladolid

Saint Veronica between Saints Peter and Paul, 1510. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
Saint Veronica between Saints Peter and Paul, 1510. Private Collection

The Sudarium held by two angels, 1513. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
The Sudarium held by two angels, 1513. Private Collection

The veil of Saint Veronica, Early16th century. Artist: Anonymous
The veil of Saint Veronica, Early16th century. Found in the collection of Ptuj Ormo? Regional Museum

The Flemalle Panels: Saint Veronica. Artist: Campin, Robert (ca. 1375-1444)
The Flemalle Panels: Saint Veronica. Found in the collection of Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

Saint Veronica. Artist: El Greco, Dominico (1541-1614)
Saint Veronica. Found in the collection of Museo de Santa Cruz, Toledo

Triptych of The Holy Face. Artist: Master Bertram (ca 1340-ca 1415)
Triptych of The Holy Face. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Saint Veronica and a Group of Knights. Artist: Baegert, Derick (ca 1440-after 1502)
Saint Veronica and a Group of Knights. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1586-1595. Artist: El Greco, Dominico (1541-1614)
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1586-1595. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 13th century. Artist: Byzantine icon
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 13th century. Found in the collection of the Notre-Dame de Laon

The Holy Face (Dome painting in the Archangel Michael Cathedral of the Moscow Kremlin), 1652-1666. Found in the collection of the Archangel Michael Cathedral in the Kremlin, Moscow

The Holy Countenance, c. 1500. Artist: Bouts, Aelbrecht, (Circle)
The Holy Countenance, c. 1500. Found in the collection of the Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1447. Artist: Russian icon
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1447. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1658. Artist: Ushakov, Simon (Pimen) Fyodorovich (1626-1686)
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1658. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle). Artist: Russian icon
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle). Found in the collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Saint Veronica (The Crucifixion Triptych), c. 1440. Artist: Weyden, Rogier, van der (ca. 1399-1464)
Saint Veronica (The Crucifixion Triptych), c. 1440. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

Head of Christ, 1525-1528. Artist: Correggio (1489-1534)
Head of Christ, 1525-1528. Found in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Saint Veronica with the Sudarium, c. 1420. Artist: Master of Saint Veronica (active 1395?1420)
Saint Veronica with the Sudarium, c.1420. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The veil of Saint Veronica, 1949. Artist: Mellan, Claude (1598-1688)
The veil of Saint Veronica, 1949. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

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"The Image of Edessa: A Glimpse into the Holy Face" Throughout history, artists have sought to capture the profound significance of the Image of Edessa, also known as The Holy Face. This sacred relic, believed to bear the imprint of Christ's face on a cloth, has inspired countless works of art. One such depiction is "The Veil of Saint Veronica, " an early 16th-century masterpiece by an anonymous artist. It portrays Saint Veronica holding the veil that miraculously imprinted with Jesus' countenance during his journey to Calvary. Another renowned artwork is "Saint Veronica" by Robert Campin, created in the 15th century. Campin skillfully captures her compassionate gaze as she presents the holy relic to us, inviting contemplation and reflection. Dominico El Greco's interpretation in "Saint Veronica" showcases his distinctive style from the late Renaissance period. With elongated figures and vibrant colors, he conveys both spiritual devotion and emotional intensity. Master Bertram's "Triptych of The Holy Face" transports viewers back to medieval times. Through intricate details and rich symbolism, this German artist invites us into a world where faith intertwines with everyday life. Derick Baegert's painting depicts Saint Veronica surrounded by knights who are deeply moved by her act of compassion. This work serves as a reminder that even amidst conflict and turmoil, acts of kindness can bring solace and unity. El Greco returns with two more renditions - "Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle)" - showcasing his mastery in capturing divine radiance through ethereal brushstrokes. These paintings evoke a sense of awe and reverence for this revered relic. Intriguingly different is the dome painting in Moscow Kremlin's Archangel Michael Cathedral depicting The Holy Face; it exemplifies ancient Russian frescoes' unique style while emphasizing its importance within Eastern Orthodox Christianity.