Old Testament Collection (#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

Issachar, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Issachar, c1590. From The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 6

Zebulon, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Zebulon, c1590. From The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 5

Judah, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Judah, c1590. From The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 4

Simeon, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Simeon, c1590. From The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 3

Levi, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Levi, c1590. From The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 2

Jeremiah, 1589. Creator: Jacob Matham
Jeremiah, 1589. From Prophets of the Old Testament: Davis, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, plate 3

David, 1589. Creator: Jacob Matham
David, 1589. From Prophets of the Old Testament: Davis, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, plate 1

Asher, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Asher, c1590. Series: The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 9; Edition: First edition

Benjamin, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Benjamin, c1590. Series: The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 12; Edition: First edition

Joseph, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Joseph, c1590. Series: The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 11; Edition: First edition

Napthali, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Napthali, c1590. Series: The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 10; Edition: First edition

Reuben, c1590. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
Reuben, c1590. Series: The Twelve Sons of Jacob, pl. 1; Edition: First edition

Mary with Christ child, sitting on the throne of Solomon, c. 1869-c. 1925. Creator: Antoon Derkinderen
Mary with Christ child, sitting on the throne of Solomon, c. 1869-c. 1925. Design for a wall painting

Le Festin de Baltazar-Véron, 1850. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le Festin de Baltazar-Veron, 1850. The Feast of Baltazar-Veron. Caricature of French opera manager and publisher Louis-Desire Veron (1798-1867)

Lot and His Daughters Leaving Sodom, 1582. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Lot and His Daughters Leaving Sodom, 1582

Samson and the Lion. Study, early-mid 17th century. Creator: Workshop of Peter Paul Rubens
Samson and the Lion. Study, early-mid 17th century

Sophonisba Drinking Poison, 1553. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
Sophonisba Drinking Poison, 1553

Moses and the Daughters of Jethro, between 1629 and 1694. Creator: Giovanni Peruzzini
Moses and the Daughters of Jethro, between 1629 and 1694

David and Goliath, 1540. Creator: Giovanni Battista Scultori
David and Goliath, 1540

Adam and Eve, 18th century. Creator: Giovanni Battista Cipriani
Adam and Eve, 18th century

Elijah fed by the ravens, 1634. Creator: Workshop of Roelant Savery
Elijah fed by the ravens, 1634

The Mourning of the Dead Abel, 1818. Creator: Joseph Anton Rhomberg
The Mourning of the Dead Abel, 1818

Pharaoh's Daughter Discovers Moses in the Rush Basket, c.1615-c.1630. Creator: Guilliam Dujardin
Pharaoh's Daughter Discovers Moses in the Rush Basket, c.1615-c.1630

La Pudeur de Sodome, 1888. Creator: Félicien Rops
La Pudeur de Sodome, 1888. From La Pudeur de Sodome, frontispiece

The Meeting of David and Abigail, 1583. Creator: Christiaen Jansz van Bieselingen
The Meeting of David and Abigail, 1583

Esther and Ahasuerus, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Giuseppe Bazzani
Esther and Ahasuerus, early-mid 18th century

Abraham and Isaac. Creator: Gerrit Willemsz Horst
Abraham and Isaac

Abraham's sacrifice. Creator: Gerbrand van den Eeckhout
Abraham's sacrifice

Adam and Eve Under a Tree (recto); Two Men in Dispute (verso), 1610/20 (recto); 1616/21 (verso). Creator: Hermann Weyer
Adam and Eve Under a Tree (recto); Two Men in Dispute (verso), 1610/20 (recto); 1616/21 (verso)

Triptych with Virgin and Child, Saint John the Evangelist (left wing) and Mary Magdalene (right wing Creator)
Triptych with Virgin and Child, Saint John the Evangelist (left wing) and Mary Magdalene (right wing), c.1505-c.1525. The Virgin, seated beneath an ornate canopy in the centre panel

David and Saul, 1878. Creator: Ernst Josephson
David and Saul, 1878

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, between 1570 and 1615. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, between 1570 and 1615

The Meeting of Jacob and Esau, c.1610-1620. Creator: Jacob Symonsz. Pynas
The Meeting of Jacob and Esau, c.1610-1620. Upon God's command Jacob returned to Canaan, the land of his birth, after an absence of 20 years

David with Goliath's severed head, 1620s. Creator: Domenico Fetti
David with Goliath's severed head, 1620s

David and Bathsheba, c. 1545. Creator: Hans Brosamer
David and Bathsheba, c. 1545

Solomon Adoring the Idols, 1545. Creator: Hans Brosamer
Solomon Adoring the Idols, 1545

The Temptation of Eve, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
The Temptation of Eve, 16th century. From The Creation of the World

Adam and Eve Placed in the Garden of Eden, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
Adam and Eve Placed in the Garden of Eden, 16th century. From The Creation of the World

God Creating the Land Animals, c1600. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
God Creating the Land Animals, c1600. From The Creation of the World

God Creating the Birds and the Fish, c1600. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
God Creating the Birds and the Fish, c1600. From The Creation of the World

God Creating the Sun, the Moon, and the Stars, c1600. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
God Creating the Sun, the Moon, and the Stars, c1600. From The Creation of the World

God Reproaching Adam and Eve for Their Disobedience, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
God Reproaching Adam and Eve for Their Disobedience, 16th century. From The Creation of the World

The Expulsion, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
The Expulsion, 16th century. From The Creation of the World

The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1586. Creator: Andrea Andreani
The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1586

Eve, 1587. Creator: Andrea Andreani
Eve, 1587

Jonah beneath the Gourd. Creator: Per Persson
Jonah beneath the Gourd, Unknown date

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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.