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S Bartholomew Collection

"Saint Bartholomew: A Timeless Icon of Faith and Martyrdom" Throughout history, the figure of Saint Bartholomew has been immortalized in various artistic masterpieces

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Priory Seal, St Bartholomew (engraving)

Priory Seal, St Bartholomew (engraving)
8672394 Priory Seal, St Bartholomew (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Priory Seal, St Bartholomew)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Statue of Saint Bartholomew

Statue of Saint Bartholomew
3329877 Statue of Saint Bartholomew; (add.info.: Statue of Saint Bartholomew from the workshop of Andrea della Robbia (1470-1525) an Italian Renaissance sculptor

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: St Bartholomew (colour litho)

St Bartholomew (colour litho)
8636014 St Bartholomew (colour litho) by Kandler, Wilhelm (1816-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Bartholomew. Illustration for The Life of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ by John Fleetwood)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: London: The Gate of St Bartholomew's (engraving)

London: The Gate of St Bartholomew's (engraving)
8634233 London: The Gate of St Bartholomew's (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gate of St Bartholomew's)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: London: In St Bartholomew's (engraving)

London: In St Bartholomew's (engraving)
8634232 London: In St Bartholomew's (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In St Bartholomew's)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: King Henry's Gateway, St Bartholomew's (b/w photo)

King Henry's Gateway, St Bartholomew's (b/w photo)
8649018 King Henry's Gateway, St Bartholomew's (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry's Gateway, St Bartholomew's)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Statue of Saint Bartholomew

Statue of Saint Bartholomew
3329875 Statue of Saint Bartholomew; (add.info.: Statue of Saint Bartholomew from the workshop of Andrea della Robbia (1470-1525) an Italian Renaissance sculptor

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Madonna and Child with St. Charles Borromeo and St. Bartholomew, 1616-17

Madonna and Child with St. Charles Borromeo and St. Bartholomew, 1616-17, Giovanni Lanfranco (oil on canvas)
7064225 Madonna and Child with St. Charles Borromeo and St. Bartholomew, 1616-17, Giovanni Lanfranco (oil on canvas) by Lanfranco, Giovanni (1582-1647); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Saint John the evangelist and Saint Bartholomew with Pontichino della Sale

Saint John the evangelist and Saint Bartholomew with Pontichino della Sale and a member of his family
7062979 Saint John the evangelist and Saint Bartholomew with Pontichino della Sale and a member of his family, 1527 (oil on panel) by Dossi, Dosso (c.1479-1542); Palazzo Corsini

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Saint Bartholomew, saint Lawrence, 1340-45, (panel)

Saint Bartholomew, saint Lawrence, 1340-45, (panel)
7129098 Saint Bartholomew, saint Lawrence, 1340-45, (panel) by Daddi, Bernardo (fl.1327-d.1348); Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Saint Bartholomew, saint Lawrence)

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7387212

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Saint Bartholomew and Saint John the Evangelist (right panels of triptych)

Saint Bartholomew and Saint John the Evangelist (right panels of triptych) (tempera & gold leaf on panel)
7247003 Saint Bartholomew and Saint John the Evangelist (right panels of triptych) (tempera & gold leaf on panel) by Biondo, Giovanni del (1356-99) (follower of); 91x90 cm; Hatton Gallery

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Saint Bartholomew, 1557 & 1870 (oil on panel)

Saint Bartholomew, 1557 & 1870 (oil on panel)
7333504 Saint Bartholomew, 1557 & 1870 (oil on panel) by Cranstoun, James Hall (1821-1907); 164x130.3 (framed) cm; Perth Museum & Art Gallery, Scotland; (add.info.: Artist: Unknown)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Triptych of Saint Giovenale, 1422 (tempera on wood)

Triptych of Saint Giovenale, 1422 (tempera on wood)
BEN5471222 Triptych of Saint Giovenale, 1422 (tempera on wood) by Masaccio, Tommaso (1401-28); 108 x 65 cm; Chiesa di San Pietro, Cascia di Reggello, Firenze

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Saint Bartholomew. 14th century (Tempera on Wood)

Saint Bartholomew. 14th century (Tempera on Wood)
7216084 Saint Bartholomew. 14th century (Tempera on Wood) by Barini, Bartolomeo (1337-1378); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Saint Bartholomew. Tempera on Wood)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: St Bartholomew the Apostle (engraving)

St Bartholomew the Apostle (engraving)
7149636 St Bartholomew the Apostle (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Bartholomew the Apostle)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: S Laurence;s Augustine of Hippo;s Bartholomew (engraving)

S Laurence;s Augustine of Hippo;s Bartholomew (engraving)
7182262s Laurence;s Augustine of Hippo;s Bartholomew (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Laurence;s Augustine of Hippo;s Bartholomew)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: S Bartholomaeus, Apost (chromolitho)

S Bartholomaeus, Apost (chromolitho)
7188691s Bartholomaeus, Apost (chromolitho) by Austrian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Bartholomaeus, Apost)

Background imageS Bartholomew Collection: Lazio Viterbo Ronciglione S. Maria della Pace

Lazio Viterbo Ronciglione S. Maria della Pace, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Post-medieval Architecture, sculpture, ceiling and wall painting, crucifix, tabernacle




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"Saint Bartholomew: A Timeless Icon of Faith and Martyrdom" Throughout history, the figure of Saint Bartholomew has been immortalized in various artistic masterpieces. In Giovanni Lanfranco's "Madonna and Child with St. Charles Borromeo and St. Bartholomew, " painted in 1616-17, we witness the saint's presence alongside other revered figures, showcasing his significance within religious narratives. In another captivating artwork from 1527, an oil painting on panel titled "Saint John the Evangelist and Saint Bartholomew with Pontichino della Sale and a member of his family, " we see Saint Bartholomew depicted once again as a symbol of devotion. This piece beautifully captures the essence of faith through its meticulous details. The theme of martyrdom is prevalent in many depictions of Saint Bartholomew, such as the powerful "Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew" from the 17th century. Painted on canvas, this artwork evokes intense emotions as it portrays the saint's ultimate sacrifice for his beliefs. The triptych format is also utilized to honor Saint Bartholomew's legacy. In one such example, tempera and gold leaf are skillfully applied to panels depicting both him and Saint John the Evangelist. These pieces serve as visual testaments to their enduring influence on Christianity. Garpar De Craeyer's 17th-century painting entitled "Martyrdoms of Saint Bartholomews" further emphasizes the saint's suffering for his faith while highlighting De Craeyer’s mastery in capturing human emotion through brushstrokes. Not limited to paintings alone, engravings have also played a significant role in commemorating this revered apostle throughout centuries past. From detailed portrayals like that found in an engraving titled "Martyrdom of St.