Old Testament Collection (#2)

The Last Supper
Antique illustration of The Last Supper Engraving

Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?, c1830s. Creator: GH Adcock
Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?, c1830s. Biblical scene, Acts 26: 14: And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul

David with the Head of Goliath. Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

The Finding of Moses. Found in the Collection of Collection Perez Simon, Mexico

Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Artist: Limbourg brothers (active 1385-1416)
Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Found in the collection of Musee Conde, Chantilly

The little Garden of Paradise. Artist: Upper Rhenish Master (active c. 1410-1420)
The little Garden of Paradise. Found in the collection of Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

The Embarkation of the Queen of Sheba, 1648, (c1915). Artist: Claude Lorrain
The Embarkation of the Queen of Sheba, 1648, (c1915). The painting is held by the National Gallery, London. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney

King David Playing the Harp, 1622. Artist: Honthorst, Gerrit, van (1590-1656)
King David Playing the Harp, 1622. Found in the collection of the Centraal Museum, Utrecht

Folio from Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) by Jami, 1539-1543. Artist: Anonymous
Folio from Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) by Jami, 1539-1543. Found in the collection of the Freer Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C

The prophet Elijah rescuing Prince Nur ad-Dahr (From the Hamzanama), 1562-1577. Artist: Mir Sayyid Ali (c)
The prophet Elijah rescuing Prince Nur ad-Dahr (From the Hamzanama), 1562-1577. From a private collection

Isaac blessing Jacob (Genesis 27)
Illustration of a Isaac blessing Jacob (Genesis 27)

Illustration of strip of land known as the fertile crescent which stretched from Egypt through Canaan and Mesopotamia to Babylonia in the Old Testament

Illustration of a bible scene, Exodus 3, Moses and the Burning Bush, God reveals himself to Moses and instructs him to lead the Israelites out of Israel

BALaM AND ASS. Balaams ass perceives the angel of the Lord, unseen to Balaam (Numbers: 22-24). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

CODEX AMIATINUS: EZRA. Ezra the scribe writing in a large codex held on his knees. Illumination from the Codex Amiatinus, Northumbria, early 8th century

The Heavenly Choir, a scene from Dante Paradiso. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker

Jephthah and his Daughter, 1650-1700. Creators: Henri Mauperche, Pierre Patel I
Jephthah and his Daughter, 1650-1700

The Expulsion from the Paradise (Sistine Chapel ceiling in the Vatican), 1508-1512. Found in the collection of The Sistine Chapel, Vatican

Tobias and the Angel, ca 1470-1475. Creator: Verrocchio, Andrea del (1437-1488)
Tobias and the Angel, ca 1470-1475. Found in the Collection of National Gallery, London

Landscape with Tobias and the Angel. Artist: Brueghel, Jan, the Younger (1601-1678)
Landscape with Tobias and the Angel. Found in the collection of Szepmuveszeti Muzeum, Budapest

The Idolatry of King Solomon. Artist: Conca, Sebastiano (1680-1764)
The Idolatry of King Solomon. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1660. Artist: Giordano, Luca (1632-1705)
The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1660. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

The Last Judgment (Winged Altar), Early 15th cen Artist: Angelico, Fra Giovanni, da Fiesole (ca. 1400-1455)
The Last Judgment (Winged Altar), Early 15th cen.. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Daniel in the Lions Den, c1615. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Daniel in the Lions Den, c1615. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the National Gallery of Art, Washington

Tower of Babel (Genesis 11, 8)
Illustration of a Tower of Babel (Genesis 11, 8)

David receives envoys of King Hiram of Tyre (1 Chronicles 14)
Illustration of a David receives envoys of King Hiram of Tyre (1 Chronicles 14)

Feast from Book of Esther, 1430 artwork
Feast from Book of Esther. Illuminated manuscript miniature from the 15th-century Alba Bible, depicting the feast given by Queen Vashti and King Ahasuerus of Persia (The Book of Esther)

The Prophet Isaiah and the Hellespontine Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Micah and the Tiburtine Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Daniel and the Erythraean Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Jeremiah and the Agrippine Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Obadiah and the Libyan Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Baruch and the Samian Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Ezekiel and the Cimmerian Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Haggai and the Cumaean Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Jeremiah and the Phrygian Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Prophet Zechariah and the Persian Sibyl, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Queen of Sheba before the Temple of King Solomon in Jerusalem, ca 1630-1634. Artist: Bray, Salomon de (1597-1664)
The Queen of Sheba before the Temple of King Solomon in Jerusalem, ca 1630-1634. Private Collection

The circumcision of Christ. Artist: Barocci, Federigo (1528-1612)
The circumcision of Christ. Private Collection

The Judgement of Solomon, c. 1617. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Judgement of Solomon, c. 1617. Found in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Christ appearing to David and a group of Camaldolese monks, 1390-1410. Artist: Andrea di Bartolo (bef. 1389-1428)
Christ appearing to David and a group of Camaldolese monks, 1390-1410. Found in the collection of the Free Library of Philadelphia

God the Father, Early 17th cen Artist: Manetti, Rutilio (1571-1639)
God the Father, Early 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the Oratorio di San Bernardino e Museo Diocesano, Siena

DORÉ: PROPHETS OF BaL. Slaughter of the Prophets of Baal (I Kings 18: 40). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
DORÉ: PROPHETS OF BaL. Slaughter of the Prophets of Baal (I Kings 18:40). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

Austria, Vienna, Judith
Francesco Solimena (1657-1747), Judith

Baal, god of the ancient Mideast
Ancient Phoenician or Canaanite deity Baal holding an infant. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Adam and Eve, 1507. Creator: Jan Gossaert
Adam and Eve, 1507.

The Virgin of the dry Tree, 1465. Creator: Petrus Christus
The Virgin of the dry Tree, 1465.

The Blinding of Samson, 1609. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
The Blinding of Samson, 1609. An episode from the life of Samson recounted in the Old Testament. According to this account

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"The Old Testament: A Journey through Ancient Stories and Artistic Masterpieces" Step back in time as we explore the captivating world of the Old Testament, a collection of ancient stories that have shaped civilizations for centuries. From majestic paintings to intricate illustrations, these artistic masterpieces bring to life the tales that have inspired faith, wonder, and contemplation. In "The Visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon, " artist Edward John Poynter transports us to a momentous encounter between two legendary figures. The richness of colors and attention to detail immerse us in this royal meeting filled with intrigue and cultural exchange. Pieter Paul Rubens' "The Fall of the Damned" takes us on a harrowing journey into darkness. With its dramatic composition and powerful brushstrokes, this painting depicts the consequences faced by those who defy divine authority—a haunting reminder of moral choices. Joseph-Desire Court's "The Deluge" captures the biblical cataclysm with breathtaking realism. As torrents pour down from an angry sky, humanity grapples with its own frailty against nature's wrath—an allegory for our eternal struggle between hubris and humility. Briton Riviere's "Daniel in the Lions Den" portrays unwavering faith amidst perilous circumstances. Through skillful use of light and shadow, Riviere invites us into Daniel's den where courage triumphs over fear—a testament to resilience even when surrounded by adversity. A map showcasing ancient Palestine reveals kingdoms long gone but not forgotten—Judah and Israel—reminding us how geography shapes history while igniting curiosity about distant lands steeped in tradition. Anselm Feuerbach's portrayal of Miriam transports us back to biblical times. Her serene countenance reflects her pivotal role as a prophetess leading her people towards freedom—a symbol of strength amidst oppression. Pieter Bruegel (Brueghel) presents "The Fall of Rebel Angels" in a mesmerizing display of chaos and divine retribution.