Old Testament Collection (#5)

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

Noah and his Sons. Creator: Unknown
Noah and his Sons, Unknown date. The drunkenness of Noah is a biblical story in Genesis 9:20- 21 that describes how Noah, after surviving the great flood

Elkanah, published 1483. Creator: Unknown
Elkanah, published 1483. Book: Ninth German Bible (Cologne Bible) (Anton Koberger: Nurenburg: 1483)

Esther Before King Ahasureus, c1470. Creator: Unknown
Esther Before King Ahasureus, c1470. Book: Cologne Bible, ninth edition (Nuremburg: Anton Koberger, 1483)

Solomon Enthroned as the King of the Three Worlds... c1780 (binding- 19th century). Creator: Unknown
Solomon Enthroned as the King of the Three Worlds. Album of Paintings and Calligraphy, c1780 (binding- 19th century). Calligraphic panels. By Hadrat-i-Amit al-Mu'minin Ali. 1781

Noah's Family Assembling Animals before the Ark, c1660. Creator: Jan van Kessel
Noah's Family Assembling Animals before the Ark, c1660

"Vanitas" Still Life, c1665. Creator: Adam Bernaert. "Vanitas" Still Life, c1665
"Vanitas" Still Life, c1665

Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, 1624. Creator: Abraham Bloemaert
Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, 1624

Judith, 1547. Creator: Sebald Beham
Judith, 1547

The Departure of Jacob, mid-17th century. Creator: Sébastien Bourdon
The Departure of Jacob, mid-17th century

Susanna and the Elders. Creator: Unknown
Susanna and the Elders, Unknown date

The Death of Abel, 1853. Creator: Giovanni Dupré
The Death of Abel, 1853

Nehemiah rebuilds the walls of Jerusalem?. Creator: Jan Luyken
Nehemiah rebuilds the walls of Jerusalem?

Solomon as the King of the Three Worlds, between c1775 and c1800. Creator: Unknown
Solomon as the King of the Three Worlds, between c1775 and c1800

The Finding of Moses, between 1515 and 1573. Creators: Battista del Moro, Andrea Schiavone
The Finding of Moses, between 1515 and 1573

Noah's Sacrifice after the Deluge, between 1650 and 1655. Creator: Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
Noah's Sacrifice after the Deluge, between 1650 and 1655

The First Tavern, 1906. Creator: Ivar Arosenius
The First Tavern, 1906. Noah and his family drink wine outside the Ark

The Ark, 1900s. Creator: Ivar Arosenius
The Ark, 1900s

Apocripha, Printed 1643. Creators: Wolfgang Endter, Peter Paul Troschel
Apocripha, Printed 1643

The Areopagite Judges of Athens, 1605. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
The Areopagite Judges of Athens, 1605. From Thronus Justitiae, pl. 8

Judgment of Solomon, 1607. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
Judgment of Solomon, 1607. From Thronus Justitiae, pl. 2

Meeting of Moses and Jethro, 1607. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
Meeting of Moses and Jethro, 1607. From Thronus Justitiae, pl. 1

A Battle Scene: The Prophecies of Habakkuk in the Background, 16th century. Creator: Jost Ammon
A Battle Scene: The Prophecies of Habakkuk in the Background, 16th century

The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1860. Creator: Hippolyte-Jean Flandrin
The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1860

Jonah Thrown to the Whale, c1582. Creator: Johann Sadeler I
Jonah Thrown to the Whale, c1582

David Beheading Goliath, between circa 1520 and circa 1527. Creators: Ugo da Carpi, Raphael
David Beheading Goliath, between circa 1520 and circa 1527

Jacob's Ladder, c1650. Creator: Jacques Stella
Jacob's Ladder, c1650

Daniel in the Lions Den, between 1907 and 1918. Creator: Henry Ossawa Tanner
Daniel in the Lions Den, between 1907 and 1918. This is not the original version which was painted in 1895 and displayed at the 1896 Salon in Paris

Judith with the Head of Holophernes, between circa 1535 and circa 1540. Creator: Rosso Fiorentino
Judith with the Head of Holophernes, between circa 1535 and circa 1540

Moses Striking the Rock, 1630. Creator: Gioacchino Assereto
Moses Striking the Rock, 1630

King Solomon Receiving the Queen of Sheba, 1620-1629. Creator: Frans Francken II
King Solomon Receiving the Queen of Sheba, 1620-1629. The queen of Sheba is reported in the Book of Kings to have journeyed to Jerusalem to test King Solomon's wisdom

The Fall and Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise, published 1493. Creator: Michael Wolgemut
The Fall and Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise, published 1493. Portfolio: Nuremburg Chronicles, pl. 7

Solomon's Idolatry, c1514. Creator: Lucas van Leyden
Solomon's Idolatry, c1514. From The Large Power of Women, plate 3

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

Potiphar's Wife Accusing Joseph, 1512. Creator: Lucas van Leyden
Potiphar's Wife Accusing Joseph, 1512. From The Story of Joseph, plate 3

Jonah Spat Up by the Whale, c1582. Creator: Johann Sadeler I
Jonah Spat Up by the Whale, c1582

Moses and the Brazen Serpent, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Moses and the Brazen Serpent, 17th century

The Three Jews Cast into the Fiery Furnace, 1565. Creator: Philip Galle
The Three Jews Cast into the Fiery Furnace, 1565. From The Story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, pl. 3

Adam Naming the Animals, 1604. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Adam Naming the Animals, 1604. From History of the First Parents of Man, pl. 1

Adam and Eve Before the Tree of Knowledge, 1604. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Adam and Eve Before the Tree of Knowledge, 1604. From History of the First Parents of Man, pl. 2

The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise, c1604. Creator: Jan Saenredam
The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise, c1604. From The Story of Adam

The Temptation, 1605. Creator: Jan Saenredam
The Temptation, 1605

The Holy Family with Saint John the Baptist, c1593. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
The Holy Family with Saint John the Baptist, c1593. From Life of the Virgin, pl. 6

Adam and Eve, 1525-1530. Creator: Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553)
Adam and Eve, 1525-1530. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Gad, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Gad, c1590. From The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 8

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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.