Old Testament Collection (#4)

Absalom's beautiful hair. Creator: Füssli, Johann Melchior (1677-1736)
Absalom's beautiful hair. Private Collection

The Crossing of the Red Sea. Creator: School of Frans Francken the Younger
The Crossing of the Red Sea, Unknown date

Tobit and Anna with the goat. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Tobit and Anna with the goat

Tobias catches the fish. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Tobias catches the fish

Susanna and the Elders, 1614. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Susanna and the Elders, 1614

Judgement of Solomon. Creator: Pehr Hörberg
Judgement of Solomon, Unknown date

The Disobedient Prophet, 1620s. Creator: Lambert Jacobsz
The Disobedient Prophet, 1620s. The Old Testament recounts how God sent a prophet to Bethel to denounce the practice of idol worship

The Angel and Gideon, 1640. Creator: Gerbrand van den Eeckhout
The Angel and Gideon, 1640

Susanna and the Elders, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Susanna and the Elders, early-mid 18th century

The Banquet of Herod. Salome Presents the Head of John the Baptist, 1623-1626. Creator: Frans Francken II
The Banquet of Herod. Salome Presents the Head of John the Baptist, 1623-1626

Boas and Ruth, 1609-1653. Creators: Jacob Gerritsz Cuyp, Pieter de Grebber, Adam Camerarius
Boas and Ruth, 1609-1653. Attributed to Pieter Claesz Soutman (1593-1657)

The Prophet Elisha and the Shunamite Woman, 1602-1658. Creator: Adriaen van Nieulandt
The Prophet Elisha and the Shunamite Woman, 1602-1658

The Death of the Pharaoh's Firstborn Son, 1872. Creator: Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
The Death of the Pharaoh's Firstborn Son, 1872

David and Abigail, 1485-1533. Creator: Jacob Cornelisz. van Oostsanen
David and Abigail, 1485-1533

Susanna and the Elders, between c1525 and c1625. Creator: Rene Boyvin
Susanna and the Elders, between c1525 and c1625

Samson Destroying the Temple, c1560. Creator: Philip Galle
Samson Destroying the Temple, c1560. Series: The Story of Samson, pl. 6

Gideon Receiving a Share from the Spoil, 1561. Creator: Unknown
Gideon Receiving a Share from the Spoil, 1561. Series: The Story of Gedeon, pl. 6

God Forbidding Adam and Eve to Eat of the Tree of Knowledge, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
God Forbidding Adam and Eve to Eat of the Tree of Knowledge, 16th century. Series: The Creation of the World

Lot and His Daughters, 1631. Creator: Jan Georg van Vliet
Lot and His Daughters, 1631

Bas-relief, "The Song of Miriam and Moses", by Mr. Gatley, for a mausoleum near Edinburgh, 1858. Decoration for a...mausoleum intended to be erected to the memory of Mr

Joseph meets his father Jacob in the desert. Creator: Jean-Antoine Julien
Joseph meets his father Jacob in the desert, Unknown date. The artist was born in Switzerland but worked in France and Italy, including at the court in Parma, where he added the surname de Parme

The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1734. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1734

Hagar, 1733. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Hagar, 1733

Noah's Thank-offering. Creator: Ester Almqvist
Noah's Thank-offering, Unknown date

Moses with the Tablets of the Law. Creator: Claude Vignon
Moses with the Tablets of the Law, Unknown date

God Creating Plants and Trees, c1600. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
God Creating Plants and Trees, c1600. Series: The Creation of the World

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, early 1650s. Creator: Bernardo Cavallino
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, early 1650s. Additional Info: This biblical story is set in the time of the Babylonian siege of Judea

Biblical Scene (Jacob and Esau [?]), c1643. Creator: Unknown
Biblical Scene (Jacob and Esau [?]), c1643

Joshua Defeating Amalek. Creator: Pauwels Casteels
Joshua Defeating Amalek, Unknown date. After the people of Israel had fled from Egypt and arrived at a place called Rephidim they were attacked by the Amalekites (an ancient nomadic tribel)

Jacob Fighting the Angel, 17th century. Creator: Jurgen Ovens
Jacob Fighting the Angel, 17th century

The Three Jews Brought Before Nebuchadnezzar, 1565. Creator: Philip Galle
The Three Jews Brought Before Nebuchadnezzar, 1565. From The Story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, pl. 2

The Dead Abel (image 2 of 2), c.1840. Creator: Unknown
The Dead Abel (image 2 of 2), c.1840

The Dead Abel (image 1 of 2), c.1840. Creator: Unknown
The Dead Abel (image 1 of 2), c.1840

Le roi Salomon, lui -même, sur le point de donner sa langue aux chiens, faute de pouvoir... 1864. Creator: Cham
Le roi Salomon, lui -meme, sur le point de donner sa langue aux chiens, faute de pouvoir trouver une solution a la question, 1864. Series: Actualites; Periodical: Le Charivari, Friday, 10 June 1864

Jacob's Dream, 1557-1558. Creator: Giorgio Vasari
Jacob's Dream, 1557-1558. As recounted in the Old Testament book of Genesis, on his way to Haran, Jacob lay down in the wilderness to sleep, resting his head on a stone

The Sacrifice of Abel. Study. Creator: Charles Mellin
The Sacrifice of Abel. Study, Unknown date

The Story of Susanna: The Elders as Judges, c1488-90. Creator: Lorenzo Costa
The Story of Susanna: The Elders as Judges, c1488-90. This panel is from a series illustrating critical events in the life of the biblical figure Susanna

Moses Receives the Ten Commandments, 1400-1404. Creator: Unknown
Moses Receives the Ten Commandments, 1400-1404. Page from "Tafel van den Kersten Ghelove" (Handbook of the Christian Faith) by Dutch Dominican theologian Dirc van Delf

Noah's Ark, leaf from Book of Hours, c1465-1470. Creator: Unknown
Noah's Ark, leaf from Book of Hours, c1465-1470. The animals boarding the ark two-by-two

Melchizedek Offering Bread and Wine to Abraham, between 1554 and 1561. Creator: Battista Franco Veneziano
Melchizedek Offering Bread and Wine to Abraham, between 1554 and 1561

God creating Eve from Adam's rib, 1483. Creator: Unknown
God creating Eve from Adam's rib, 1483. From Biblia. Biblical scene

Title page of the Lübeck Bible, 1533-1534. Creator: Erhard Altdorfer
Title page of the Lubeck Bible, 1533-1534. Biblical scenes including Adam and Eve with the Serpent, Christ on the cross and rising from the tomb, and God giving Moses the Ten Commandments

The Ship of Salvation, 1512. Creator: Johann Gruninger
The Ship of Salvation, 1512. Christ is crucified on the mast of a sailing ship. Around him are depictions of other episodes from the Bible

Joseph and Potiphar's Wife, c1520. Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
Joseph and Potiphar's Wife, c1520

Queen of Sheba and King Solomon conceiving King Menelik I, 20th Century. Creator: Unknown
Queen of Sheba and King Solomon conceiving King Menelik I, 20th Century

Abraham and the Angel, mid 19th century. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Abraham and the Angel, mid 19th century

God Pointing out Behemoth...and Leviathan, 1825. Creator: William Blake
God Pointing out Behemoth...and Leviathan, 1825. Book: The Book of Job; Second edition

Susanna Before Daniel, 1607. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
Susanna Before Daniel, 1607. Series: Thronus Justitiae, pl. 3

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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.