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Rachel Collection (#4)

"Rachel: A Symbol of Strength and Legacy in the Holy Land" In the early 1900s, amidst the captivating landscapes of Palestine, now known as Israel

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachel Verrinder telling Franklin Blake, to his amazement, that she saw him taking the Moonstone

Rachel Verrinder telling Franklin Blake, to his amazement, that she saw him taking the Moonstone. Illustration by Arthur Fraser (active 1865-1898) for The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins (London, 1890)

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachel and Jacob, c. 1525

Rachel and Jacob, c. 1525. Found in the Collection of Dresden State Art Collections

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachel and Jacob

Rachel and Jacob. Private Collection

Background imageRachel Collection: The Countess of Southampton, 1640-1641, (c1915). Artist: Anthony van Dyck

The Countess of Southampton, 1640-1641, (c1915). Artist: Anthony van Dyck
The Countess of Southampton, 1640-1641, (c1915). Elizabeth Wriothesley (nee Leigh), Countess of Southampton (1620?-1658), English noblewoman. The painting is held at the Dublin Castle

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachels Tomb near Bethlehem, c1900

Rachels Tomb near Bethlehem, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachel, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly

Rachel, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
Rachel, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

Background imageRachel Collection: Sepulchre of Rachel. Genesis. 35. 20, 1830. Artist: J Clarke

Sepulchre of Rachel. Genesis. 35. 20, 1830. Artist: J Clarke
Sepulchre of Rachel. Gen. 35.20, 1830. From A Series of twenty-four Views illustrative of the Holy Scriptures: Views from Sir Robert Ainslies celebrated collection of drawings, by Sir Robert Ainslie

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachel Jackson (1767-1828), First Lady, 19th century (1908)

Rachel Jackson (1767-1828), First Lady, 19th century (1908). Rachel Donelson Robards Jackson, born Rachel Donelson, was the wife of Andrew Jackson, the 7th president of the United States

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachel, French actress, c1845-1858

Rachel, French actress, c1845-1858. Rachel Felix (1821-1858) was an inspiration to Sarah Bernhardt. A photograph from Album de Photographies, Dans L Intimite de Personnages Illustres, 1845-1890

Background imageRachel Collection: Jacob Meeting Rachel at the Well, c. 1826. Artist: Drager, Anton Josef (1794-1833)

Jacob Meeting Rachel at the Well, c. 1826. Artist: Drager, Anton Josef (1794-1833)
Jacob Meeting Rachel at the Well, c. 1826. Found in the collection of the Stadtmuseum Simeonstift Trier

Background imageRachel Collection: Portrait of Alexandre Antoine, Count Colonna-Walewski (1844-1898), 1860

Portrait of Alexandre Antoine, Count Colonna-Walewski (1844-1898), 1860. Artist: Winterhalter, Franz Xavier (1805-1873)
Portrait of Alexandre Antoine, Count Colonna-Walewski (1844-1898), 1860. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Background imageRachel Collection: Elisa Rachel in the foyer of the Comedie Francaise. Artist: Montault, Henry de (1825-1890)

Elisa Rachel in the foyer of the Comedie Francaise. Artist: Montault, Henry de (1825-1890)
Elisa Rachel in the foyer of the Comedie Francaise. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Background imageRachel Collection: Elisa Rachel as Phedre. Artist: Gerome, Jean-Leon (1824-1904)

Elisa Rachel as Phedre. Artist: Gerome, Jean-Leon (1824-1904)
Elisa Rachel as Phedre. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Background imageRachel Collection: Elisa Rachel as Judith, 1843. Artist: French master

Elisa Rachel as Judith, 1843. Artist: French master
Elisa Rachel as Judith, 1843. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Background imageRachel Collection: Elisa Rachel as Roxane in Bajazet by Racine, 1838. Artist: Deveria, Achille (1800-1857)

Elisa Rachel as Roxane in Bajazet by Racine, 1838. Artist: Deveria, Achille (1800-1857)
Elisa Rachel as Roxane in Bajazet by Racine, 1838. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Background imageRachel Collection: Elisa Rachel. Artist: Anonymous

Elisa Rachel. Artist: Anonymous
Elisa Rachel. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Background imageRachel Collection: Elisa Rachel as Phedre. Artist: Anker, Albert (1831-1910)

Elisa Rachel as Phedre. Artist: Anker, Albert (1831-1910)
Elisa Rachel as Phedre. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Background imageRachel Collection: Rachel as Phedre, Mid of the 19th cen

Rachel as Phedre, Mid of the 19th cen
Rachel as Phedre

Background imageRachel Collection: Flowers, 18th century. Artist: Rachel Ruysch

Flowers, 18th century. Artist: Rachel Ruysch
Flowers, 18th century. Found in the collection of the M Kroshitsky Art Museum, Sevastopol, Ukraine

Background imageRachel Collection: Jacob, keeping Labans flocks, sees Rachel at the well, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore

Jacob, keeping Labans flocks, sees Rachel at the well, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Jacob, keeping Labans flocks, sees Rachel at the well. From the Bible (Genesis 29)

Background imageRachel Collection: Picture No. 11992334

Picture No. 11992334
A large scale bark beetle infestation caused a lot of dead trees at Mountain Rachel - Bavarian Forest national park - Germany Date:

Background imageRachel Collection: Picture No. 11992333

Picture No. 11992333
A large scale bark beetle infestation caused a lot of dead trees at Mountain Rachel - Bavarian Forest national park - Germany Date:




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"Rachel: A Symbol of Strength and Legacy in the Holy Land" In the early 1900s, amidst the captivating landscapes of Palestine, now known as Israel, stands a sacred site - the tomb of Rachel. This historical landmark holds tales that transcend time. One intriguing story involves Lady Willoughby de Broke dressed in a nurse's uniform. Her presence at Rachel's Tomb adds an air of mystery to this already enigmatic place. Another notable visitor was Lady Swaythling, who found solace within these hallowed grounds. The landscape surrounding Jacob and Laban with Laban's Daughters painting from 1654 serves as a backdrop for Rachels Tomb near Bethlehem, and is here where countless pilgrims have sought spiritual enlightenment throughout centuries. Traveling across borders, we find ourselves at Ravenscroft (now called Cleddon Hall) in Wales - birthplace of Bertrand Russell, renowned British philosopher and author. Within its garden lies an artificial cave where Lord and Lady Amberley resided; parents who shaped Russell into the intellectual giant he became. Returning to the Holy Land, we witness both beauty and tragedy unfold simultaneously at Rachel's Tomb while gazing upon Beit Jala in West Bank. The juxtaposition reminds us that life is often filled with joyous moments intertwined with heart-wrenching losses. Amidst these diverse narratives emerges an unexpected artifact - an engraved German artillery shell case from Bezalel School measuring 88 mm. Its presence symbolizes how art can emerge even from times of conflict and turmoil. Ultimately though, it is impossible to discuss Rachel without acknowledging her untimely demise. As history tells us, she met her tragic end too soon but left behind a lasting legacy that continues to inspire generations today. Rachel remains etched in our hearts as a testament to resilience and strength amidst adversity – forever remembered within the depths of her tomb in the Holy Land.