Theological Subject Collection

Dante and Virgil enter Hell and see these words inscribed above the gateway: "ABANDON EVERY HOPE
3561190 Dante and Virgil enter Hell and see these words inscribed above the gateway: "ABANDON EVERY HOPE, WHO ENTER HERE." Sculpture by Mastroianni depicting an episode from Canto III in

St. John the Evangelist with outstretched arms is surrounded by youth and angels; at his feet an eagle has in its
3561270 St. John the Evangelist with outstretched arms is surrounded by youth and angels; at his feet an eagle has in its talons the Gospel; a youth, to the right of the saint

Main portal of The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris
3561067 Main portal of The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Paris, Notre-Dame, France 1900-1910 ca)

Detail of the lunette of the central portal of the facade of the Sainte Madelaine Cathedral in Venezlay France Vezelay Low Relief, Basrelief Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

Lunette of the Last Judgement: main portal of the Cathedral of Bourges France Bourges Door Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1963

Frescoes of the Last Judgement in the church of the Meryemana Manastiri: the monastery in Sumela, Trebisonda Territory, Turkey Turkey Sumela Mural Painting Oriental art and culture, Asia

Sketch by Michelangelo for the Last Judgment, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

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Preparatory sketch for the Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel; drawing by Michelangelo. Casa Buonarroti, Florence Fac-Simile preserved in the Biblioteca d'Arte Fratelli Alinari 2002

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Map of Hell, illustration from Dante's Inferno, colour litho, Jan van der Straet (Joannes Stradanus) (1523-1605), Biblioteca Medicea-Laurenziana

Pisa Civic Musem: Panel with the Last Judgment, from the pulpit by Giovanni Pisano. Pisa Civic Museum Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Panel of the pulpit by Giovanni Pisano with the reprobates. The work is collocated in the Cathedral of Pisa Pisa Cathedral High Relief, Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Four stories of the Apocalpyse by Nicolas Bataille, in the Angers Cathedral. France Angers, Cathedral Tapestry Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The Last Judgment. Scene from the pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, in the Cathedral of Pisa Pisa Cathedral Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Detail of the Last Judgment, an enameled terracotta altarpiece by Giovanni della Robbia, in the church of San Girolamo in Volterra Volterra Tabernacle Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Glazed terracotta altarpiece by Giovanni della Robbia with the Last Judgment and, in the predella, the Annunciation, Nativity and Epiphany

Last Judgment, lower left detail, Giovanni Pisano's pulpit, church of Sant'Andrea in Pistoia Pistoia Church of Sant'Andrea High Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Last Judgment, upper left detail, Giovanni Pisano's pulpit, church of Sant'Andrea in Pistoia Pistoia Church of Sant'Andrea High Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Universal Judgement from Giovanni Pisano's Pulpit in the Church of Saint Andrew in Pistoia. Pistoia Church of Saint Andrew High Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Last Judgment, lower right detail, Giovanni Pisano's pulpit, church of Sant'Andrea, Pistoia Pistoia Church of Sant'Andrea High Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Universal Judgement from the Pulpit by Nicola Pisano located in Pisa's Baptistery. Pisa Baptistery Low Relief, Basrelief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The Apocalypse of St John, miniated page of a spanish manuscript Illumination. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:XV sec

The Last Judgment; bas-relief by Franois and Dominique Steinhart, preserved in the Colonna Gallery, Rome Rome Colonna Gallery Low Relief, Basrelief Eighteenth Century

Left detail of the large lunette with the Last Judgement; work by Mino da Fiesole, part of the monument to Pope Paul II. Preconstantinian Necropolis, Vatican City

Right detail of the large lunette with the Last Judgement; work by Mino da Fiesole, part of the monument to Pope Paul II. Preconstantinian Necropolis, Vatican City

Cycle of St. Peter, scenes from the life of St. Peter: the resurrection of Tabitha, St. Peter and St. Paul embrace each other in Rome, St. Peter and St

Christ's descent into Limbo; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Study for the Last Judgment. Drawing by Michelangelo, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Christ carried by devils and monstruous figures, watercolor drawing by Francisco Goya, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Realism, Nineteenth century

The Last Judgment, by Lorenzo Maitani, on the fourth pillar of the Cathedral of Orvieto Perugia Low Relief, Basrelief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Center detail of the large lunette with the Last Judgement; work by Mino da Fiesole, part of the monument to Pope Paul II. Preconstantinian Necropolis, Vatican City

Bas-relief sketch with the Last Judgement, by Bernini, in the Church of S. Maria in Trastevere, Rome. Rome Santa Maria in Trastevere Church Preliminary Sketch, Bozzetto Baroque

Detail of the fresco depicting the Last Judgment, located in the counter facade of the Cathedral of Torcello (S)
Detail of the fresco depicting the Last Judgment, located in the counter facade of the Cathedral of Torcello (S. Maria Assunta). Torcello

The lunette of the west portal (showing The Last Judgement) of the Parma Baptistry. In the lunette Christ the Redemptor with angels, in the archivolt the Apostles, in the architrave the Ressurection

Detail of relief on the pier of the faade of the Orvieto Cathedral. Orvieto Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Detail of relief sculpture on the pillar of the faade of the Cathedral of Orvieto. Orvieto Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Pier of the faade of the Orvieto Cathedral. Orvieto Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1320-1331 ca

The right portal of the facade of the Cathedral of Orvieto. Orvieto Door Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1320-1331 ca

The middle door, called of the Last Judgment, Cathedral of Notre-Dame, Paris France Paris, Notre-Dame Lunette Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Christ Pantocrator, detail of the mosaics in the dome of the Baptistry, in Florence Florence Baptistry Mosaic Byzantine Style, Byzantine Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Descent into Limbo; close up with a demon assisting, Donatello's pulpit, Basilica of San Lorenzo, Florence Florence Basilica of San Lorenzo Low Relief, Basrelief, Pulpit Early Renaissance

The Visitation, the Last Judgement, the Coronation of the Virgin and the Crucifixion. Ivory diptych of French manufacture, in the Sala Carrand of the Museo Nazionale del Bargello

The Crucifixion, the Last Judgement, the Nativity and the Adoration of the Magi. Ivory diptych of French manufacture, in the Sala Carrand of the Museo Nazionale del Bargello

The Resurrection and Descent into Limbo, details of the right pulpit, by Donatello and his followers, in the Basilica of San Lorenzo, Florence Florence Basilica of San Lorenzo Low Relief, Basrelief

Right bronze pulpit, shaped like an ark and supported by ionic columns, by Donatello and his followers, in the Basilica of San Lorenzo

French diptych from the XIV century: work preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Dyptch Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The Damned and the Judges, mosaics by Coppo di Marcovaldo, in the dome of the Baptistry of San Giovanni, Florence, Tuscany Florence Baptistry of San Giovanni Mosaic Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Dante and Virgil meet Casella at the foot of Mount Purgatory, Angel guarding the Gate of Purgatory: illumination from the Cod. Conv. Soppr

Descent into Limbo, mosaic by Alvise Gaetano based on Maffeo da Verona's cartoon, located on the upper left arch of the faade of St

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"The Last Judgment: Exploring Theological Themes Through Art" Art has long been a powerful medium for conveying theological concepts and beliefs. From the intricate Lunette of the Last Judgement adorning the main portal of the Cathedral of Bourges to Michelangelo's preparatory sketches for his iconic masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel, these artworks offer glimpses into profound theological subjects. Intriguingly, frescoes depicting the Last Judgement can also be found in unexpected places like the church of Meryemana Manastiri, nestled within Turkey's Trebisonda Territory. These vibrant murals serve as reminders that theological themes transcend geographical boundaries. The influence of Dante Alighieri's epic poem "Inferno" is evident in Jan van der Straet's vivid illustration, showcasing a map of Hell from Florence's Biblioteca Medicea-Laurenziana. This captivating artwork not only captures Dante's imaginative vision but also highlights how religious ideas permeate various forms of artistic expression. Giovanni Pisano's pulpit panels in Pisa Civic Museum and Cathedral further explore this theme with their depiction of reprobates and scenes from The Apocalypse. These masterpieces invite contemplation on divine judgment and human redemption. Meanwhile, Giovanni della Robbia’s enameled terracotta altarpiece in San Girolamo Church presents a detailed portrayal of The Last Judgment. Its intricate craftsmanship serves as a testament to artists' dedication to capturing complex theological narratives through their work. These diverse artworks remind us that theology transcends mere intellectual discourse; it finds its way into our collective consciousness through visual representations. They encourage us to reflect on life’s ultimate questions - our actions, choices, and what awaits us beyond earthly existence. As we delve into these rich artistic interpretations, let us appreciate how they inspire dialogue about faith, morality, salvation, and humanity’s place within divine plans.