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St John The Evangelist Collection (#8)

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Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Opening of the Fifth Seal, ca. 1180. Creator: Unknown

Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Opening of the Fifth Seal, ca. 1180. Creator: Unknown
Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Opening of the Fifth Seal, ca. 1180. Recorded by Saint John in the Apocalypse (Book of Revelation) and filtered through the lens of Beatus of Liebana

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Lamb at the Foot of the Cross, Flanked by Two Angels

Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Lamb at the Foot of the Cross, Flanked by Two Angels; The Calling of Saint John with the Enthroned Christ flanked by Angels and a Man Holding a Book, ca. 1180

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Sixth Angel Delivers the Four Angels... ca. 1180

Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Sixth Angel Delivers the Four Angels... ca. 1180
Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Sixth Angel Delivers the Four Angels that had been Bound at the River Euphrates; an Altar Appears in the Heavens as the Enthroned Christ Raises His Hand in

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Fourth Angel Sounds the Trumpet and an Eagle

Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the Fourth Angel Sounds the Trumpet and an Eagle Cries Woe, ca. 1180. During the Apocalypse: the fourth angel sounds a trumpet as the sun, moon, and stars darken

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: Seven Angels Hold the Cups of the Seven Last Plagues

Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: Seven Angels Hold the Cups of the Seven Last Plagues; The Hymn of the Lamb, ca. 1180. Recorded by Saint John in the Apocalypse (Book of Revelation)

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the First Angel Sounds the Trumpet... ca. 1180. Creator: Unknown

Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the First Angel Sounds the Trumpet... ca. 1180. Creator: Unknown
Leaf from a Beatus Manuscript: the First Angel Sounds the Trumpet; Fire, Hail-stones, and Blood are Cast Upon the Earth, ca. 1180

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Leaves from a Beatus Manuscript: Bifolium with part of the Genealogy of Christ... ca

Leaves from a Beatus Manuscript: Bifolium with part of the Genealogy of Christ... ca
Leaves from a Beatus Manuscript: Bifolium with part of the Genealogy of Christ and the Adoration of the Magi, ca. 1180

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Lamentation of Christ, ca. 1473. Creator: Simon Marmion

The Lamentation of Christ, ca. 1473. Creator: Simon Marmion
The Lamentation of Christ, ca. 1473

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Crucifixion, ca. 1495. Creator: Jan Provoost

The Crucifixion, ca. 1495. Creator: Jan Provoost
The Crucifixion, ca. 1495. Mary swoons in Johns arms

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saint John the Evangelist, Saint Peter, Saint Agnes

Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saint John the Evangelist, Saint Peter, Saint Agnes, Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Saint Lucy, an Unidentified Female Saint, Saint Paul, and Saint John the Baptist

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Head of Saint John the Evangelist. Creator: Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres

Head of Saint John the Evangelist. Creator: Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
Head of Saint John the Evangelist

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Saint John the Evangelist Raises Satheus to Life, ca. 1370. Creator: Francescuccio Ghissi

Saint John the Evangelist Raises Satheus to Life, ca. 1370. Creator: Francescuccio Ghissi
Saint John the Evangelist Raises Satheus to Life, ca. 1370

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Saint John the Evangelist Causes a Pagan Temple to Collapse, ca

Saint John the Evangelist Causes a Pagan Temple to Collapse, ca. 1370

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Saint John the Evangelist with Acteus and Eugenius, ca. 1370. Creator: Francescuccio Ghissi

Saint John the Evangelist with Acteus and Eugenius, ca. 1370. Creator: Francescuccio Ghissi
Saint John the Evangelist with Acteus and Eugenius, ca. 1370

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Saint John the Evangelist Raises Drusiana, ca. 1460. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo

Saint John the Evangelist Raises Drusiana, ca. 1460. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo
Saint John the Evangelist Raises Drusiana, ca. 1460

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Wooton Church, 1898. Creator: Unknown

Wooton Church, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Wooton Church, 1898. From " Our Own Country, Volume IV". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1898]

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Jesus said, Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine?, mid 19th century

Jesus said, Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine?, mid 19th century. Biblical scene, from Luke 17: 17: And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St. John, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown

St. John, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
St. John, mid-late 19th century. The saint holding a tablet and writing implement. [Leighton Bros, London]

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Detail of San Zeno Altarpiece, 1456-60 (oil on panel)

Detail of San Zeno Altarpiece, 1456-60 (oil on panel)
3037956 Detail of San Zeno Altarpiece, 1456-60 (oil on panel) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); Church of San Zeno Maggiore, Verona, Italy; (add.info.: Predella of Saints Peter, Paul)

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Crucifixion. Miniature in the Missale parvum, manuscript on parchment, c. 1075 - 1100

Crucifixion. Miniature in the Missale parvum, manuscript on parchment, c. 1075 - 1100

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Church of St John the Evangelist, Westminster, London, c1751

Church of St John the Evangelist, Westminster, London, c1751. Designed by Thomas Archer and completed in 1728, St John s, Smith Square is regarded as one of the finest examples of English Baroque

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Church of St John the Evangelist from the River Thames, Westminster, London, 1815

Church of St John the Evangelist from the River Thames, Westminster, London, 1815. Designed by Thomas Archer and completed in 1728, St John s

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John Preaching in the Wilderness, 1883. Artist: Sir John Gilbert

St John Preaching in the Wilderness, 1883. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
St John Preaching in the Wilderness, 1883. St John stands on the bank of a stream preaching to a large gathering of people sitting on the opposite bank

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John Devouring the Book, 1498 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer

St John Devouring the Book, 1498 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
St John Devouring the Book, 1498 (1906). Scene from the Apocalypse. From Durer Des Meisters Gemalde Kupferstiche und Holzschnitte in 471 Abbildungen [Stuttgart und Leipzig, Deutsch Verlags-Ansalt

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Vision of the Seven Candlesticks, 1498 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Vision of the Seven Candlesticks, 1498 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Vision of the Seven Candlesticks, 1498 (1906). Scene from the Apocalypse. From Durer Des Meisters Gemalde Kupferstiche und Holzschnitte in 471 Abbildungen [Stuttgart und Leipzig

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Martyrdom of St John, 1498 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Martyrdom of St John, 1498 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Martyrdom of St John, 1498 (1906). From Durer Des Meisters Gemalde Kupferstiche und Holzschnitte in 471 Abbildungen [Stuttgart und Leipzig, Deutsch Verlags-Ansalt, 1906]

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John Preaching in the Wilderness, c1620-1635, (1924). Artist: Jacques Callot

St John Preaching in the Wilderness, c1620-1635, (1924). Artist: Jacques Callot
St. John Preaching in the Wilderness. From The Connoisseur Vol LXVIII [Otto Limited, London, 1924.]

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Crucifixion: with Virgin, Mary Magdalene & St John, (c1500), 1937

The Crucifixion: with Virgin, Mary Magdalene & St John, (c1500), 1937
The Crucifixion: with The Virgin, Mary Magdalene & St John, c1500. Crucifixion from a 16th century manuscript. From The Connoisseur, 1937

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Last Supper, 1498 (1870)

The Last Supper, 1498 (1870). After the painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan. A print from Les Chef D oeuvre de la Peinture Italienne by Paul Mantz, Paris

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Vision of St John the Evangelist, 1937. Artist: Andrea Zucchi

Vision of St John the Evangelist, 1937. Artist: Andrea Zucchi
Vision of St John the Evangelist, 1937. Formerly in the Scula di San Giovanni Evangelista at Venice. A print from Titian Paintings and Drawings, introduction by Hans Tietze, Phaidon Press, Vienna

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John, 1926

St John, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London)

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Apostles Peter and John on the Morning of the Resurrection, 1926. Artist: Eugene Burnand

The Apostles Peter and John on the Morning of the Resurrection, 1926. Artist: Eugene Burnand
The Apostles Peter and John on the Morning of the Resurrection, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Christ calling the Apostles James and John, 1926. Artist: Edward Armitage

Christ calling the Apostles James and John, 1926. Artist: Edward Armitage
Christ calling the Apostles James and John, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John the Evangelist, 1886

St John the Evangelist, 1886. Published in Butlers Lives of the Saints, DIV 5, by the Rev Alban Butler, London & Dublin, 1886

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Last Supper, 1523 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Last Supper, 1523 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Last Supper, 1523 (1906). From Durer Des Meisters Gemalde Kupferstiche und Holzschnitte in 471 Abbildungen [Stuttgart und Leipzig, Deutsch Verlags-Ansalt, 1906]

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Last Supper, after 1420 (1955)

The Last Supper, after 1420 (1955). Found in the collection of Monastery Gallery, Kremsmunster. A print from Gothic Painting in Bohemia 1350-1450, by Antonin Matejcek and Jaroslav Pesina

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John the Evangelist, 8th century (1892)

St John the Evangelist, 8th century (1892). From the Lindisfarne Gospels. An illustration from A Short History of the English People, by John Richard Green, illustrated edition, Volume I

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John in Patmos, 1903. Artist: Hans von Kulmbach

St John in Patmos, 1903. Artist: Hans von Kulmbach
St John in Patmos, 1903. Plate taken from The Burlington Magazine, number VII, volume III (September/October 1903)

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Christ and the Twelve Apostles, second half of 15th century. Artist: German Master

Christ and the Twelve Apostles, second half of 15th century. Artist: German Master
Christ and the Twelve Apostles, second half of 15th century. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Tula, Russia

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Transfiguration, c1519-1520. Artist: Raphael

The Transfiguration, c1519-1520. Artist: Raphael
The Transfiguration, c1519-1520. Transfiguration is described by Luke (9:28-36): (Jesus) took Peter and John and James, and went up into the mountain to pray

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Scene from the Life of St John, c1320-1366. Artist: Taddeo Gaddi

Scene from the Life of St John, c1320-1366. Artist: Taddeo Gaddi
Scene from the Life of St John, c1320-1366. Found in the collection of the Loredan Palace, Venice, Italy

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: St John the Evangelist on Patmos, 1504-1505. Artist: Hieronymus Bosch

St John the Evangelist on Patmos, 1504-1505. Artist: Hieronymus Bosch
St John the Evangelist on Patmos, 1504-1505. According to the Bible, St John witnessed and recorded a vision sent by Jesus whilst in exile on the Greek island of Patmos

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Agony in the Garden, c1465. Artist: Giovanni Bellini

The Agony in the Garden, c1465. Artist: Giovanni Bellini
The Agony in the Garden, c1465. Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane while three of his disciples, Peter, James and John, are asleep. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Triptych of St John the Baptist and St John the Evangelist, 1479. Artist: Hans Memling

Triptych of St John the Baptist and St John the Evangelist, 1479. Artist: Hans Memling
Triptych of St John the Baptist and St John the Evangelist, 1479. Located in the collection at, Hospital Saint Jean, Bruges

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Crucifixion, 1465. Artist: Giovanni Bellini

The Crucifixion, 1465. Artist: Giovanni Bellini
The Crucifixion, 1465. Christ is on the cross with the spear wound in his side. The Virgin Mary and St John the Apostle stand at the foot of the cross. From the collection of the Louvre, Paris

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Deposition from the Cross, c1268. Artist: T oros Roslin

The Deposition from the Cross, c1268. Artist: T oros Roslin
The Deposition from the Cross, c1268. Two figures hold the body of Christ as a third removes the nails from the feet to free it fully from he cross

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: Mond Crucifixion, c1530. Artist: Raphael

Mond Crucifixion, c1530. Artist: Raphael
Mond Crucifixion (Altarpiece: The Crucified Christ with the Virgin Mary, Saints and Angels ), c1530. The Virgin Mary and St John the Apostle stand on either side of the cross

Background imageSt John The Evangelist Collection: The Entombment, late 15th century

The Entombment, late 15th century. Russian icon showing Christs body, wrapped in a shroud, lying in the tomb. The Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene and St John the Apostle lean over the body




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"St. John the Evangelist: A Journey through Art and Devotion" Step into the world of St. John the Evangelist, a figure revered for his profound spiritual insights and unwavering faith. From ancient tapestries to intricate engravings, artists throughout history have sought to capture his essence and convey his message to generations. In Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "Le Coup de Lance, " we witness St. John's presence at the crucifixion, as he witnesses Christ's sacrifice with deep sorrow and compassion. The painting serves as a poignant reminder of St. John's role in spreading the teachings of Jesus. Pietro Lorenzetti's "Madonna and Child between St Francis and St John the Evangelist" transports us back to the 14th century, where we find solace in Mary’s embrace while St. John stands by her side, symbolizing his close relationship with both mother and son. The Apocalypse Tapestry or Apocalypse of Angers takes us on an epic journey through biblical prophecy, where amidst chaos and destruction, St. John emerges as a guiding light leading humanity towards salvation. Hendrick ter Brugghen captures a moment frozen in time in "The Crucifixion with the Virgin and Saint John. " Here, we witness their grief-stricken faces as they stand beneath Christ on the cross – a testament to their unyielding love for Him. A bronze sculpture from 1583-84 immortalizes St. John himself - dignified yet approachable - reminding us that he was not only an evangelist but also a human being who walked among us. Engravings such as "The Adoration of the Lamb" by Dürer transport us into realms beyond our imagination while Frontispiece from Apocalupsis cum figuris offers glimpses into divine revelations that inspired countless souls over centuries. "The vision of seven candlesticks" engraving depicts St.