Tree Of Jesse Collection

Interior view of the nave with its late Romanesque painted wooden ceiling
BAL114784 Interior view of the nave with its late Romanesque painted wooden ceiling, 13th century (photo) (see also 112353 and 112366); Church of St. Michael, Hildesheim, Germany.

The Tree of Jesse, c.1500. Creator: Geertgen tot Sint Jans (circle of)
The Tree of Jesse, c.1500. Jesse lies sleeping on the grass in a walled courtyard. A tree growing out of his side is populated with Christ's ancestors and is crowned with the Virgin and Child

The Tree of Jesse, from a book of hours, 1505/10. Creator: Thielmann Kerver
The Tree of Jesse, from a book of hours, 1505/10

Saint Matthew with Adam and Eve and the Tree of Jesse, n.d. Creator: Martin de Vos
Saint Matthew with Adam and Eve and the Tree of Jesse, n.d

Rose Window with Tree of Jesse (stained glass)
715414 Rose Window with Tree of Jesse (stained glass) by Belgian School, (19th century); Onze Lieve Vrouwkerk, Antwerp Cathedral, Belgium

The south window with depictions of genealogical figures (stained glass)
PC345037 The south window with depictions of genealogical figures (stained glass) by English School, (12th century); Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent, UK; English, out of copyright

East Window with Jesse Tree, c. 1845 (stained glass)
3475314 East Window with Jesse Tree, c.1845 (stained glass) by Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore (1812-52); St Giles Catholic Church, Cheadle, Staffordshire

Portal from the West Facades (stone)
NUL246997 Portal from the West Facades (stone) by French School, (12th century); Notre Dame la Grande, Poitiers, France; French, out of copyright

Jesse Tree, 1849 (stained glass)
3475326 Jesse Tree, 1849 (stained glass) by Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore (1812-52); Church of St. Paul, Brighton, East Sussex

East Window with Jesse Tree, c. 1844 (stained glass)
3475234 East Window with Jesse Tree, c.1844 (stained glass) by Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore (1812-52); The Cathedral Church of St Mary, Newcastle upon Tyne

Window depicting the Tree of Jesse, c. 1532 (stained glass)
2921645 Window depicting the Tree of Jesse, c.1532 (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Notre Dame, Caudebec

A prophet on the Tree of Jesse, 1500-10 (stained glass)
2921620 A prophet on the Tree of Jesse, 1500-10 (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Saint Lo, Bourg-Achard

Jesse Tree, 1848 (stained glass)
3475322 Jesse Tree, 1848 (stained glass) by Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore (1812-52); Milton Abbey, Dorset, UK; (add.info.: Manufactured by Hardman & Co.); eAlastair Carew-Cox; English

Window depicting prophets on the Tree of Jesse, 1500-10 (stained glass)
2921622 Window depicting prophets on the Tree of Jesse, 1500-10 (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Saint Lo, Bourg-Achard

Ms 322 f. 7r, Psalm 1, initial B, Tree of Jesse, illustration from the
476958 Ms 322 f.7r, Psalm 1, initial B, Tree of Jesse, illustration from the De Braile Psalter, c.1250 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The Ommeganck in Brussels on 31st May 1615: detail of the Triumph of Isabella of Spain
XTD75629 The Ommeganck in Brussels on 31st May 1615: detail of the Triumph of Isabella of Spain (1566-1633) 1615 (detail of 69871) (oil on canvas) by Alsloot

East Window with Jesse Tree, detail, c. 1884 (stained glass)
3475237 East Window with Jesse Tree, detail, c.1884 (stained glass) by Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore (1812-52); The Cathedral Church of St Mary, Newcastle upon Tyne

Tree of Jesse Window, Corona Chapel, Canterbury Cathedral, c. 1200 (stained glass)
719606 Tree of Jesse Window, Corona Chapel, Canterbury Cathedral, c.1200 (stained glass) by English School, (13th century); Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Tree of Jesse)

Window depicting the Virgin and Child on the Tree of Jesse with King David
2921621 Window depicting the Virgin and Child on the Tree of Jesse with King David, 1500-10 (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Saint Lo, Bourg-Achard

The west window with genealogical figures from the twelfth and thirteenth centuries
PC345053 The west window with genealogical figures from the twelfth and thirteenth centuries and kings from the fifteenth century (stained glass) by English School; Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury

Painted organ, 1526 (oil on wood)
5043019 Painted organ, 1526 (oil on wood) by Netherlandish School (16th century); 300x150 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Instrument made by Johannis Emedensis)

Jesse Tree, detail, 1849 (stained glass)
3475327 Jesse Tree, detail, 1849 (stained glass) by Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore (1812-52); Church of St. Paul, Brighton, East Sussex

Jesse Tree, detail, 1848 (stained glass)
3475324 Jesse Tree, detail, 1848 (stained glass) by Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore (1812-52); Milton Abbey, Dorset, UK; (add.info.: Manufactured by Hardman & Co.); eAlastair Carew-Cox; English

Window depicting a prophet on the Tree of Jesse, 1500-10 (stained glass)
2921618 Window depicting a prophet on the Tree of Jesse, 1500-10 (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Saint Lo, Bourg-Achard

Ornamental Engraving with the Tree of Jesse. Creator: Israhel van Meckenem
Ornamental Engraving with the Tree of Jesse

Ornament with the Tree of Jesse. Creator: Israhel van Meckenem
Ornament with the Tree of Jesse

Panel with Prophet from a Tree of Jesse Window, British, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Panel with Prophet from a Tree of Jesse Window, British, ca. 1500

Panel with Prophet from a Tree of Jesse Window, British, mid-15th century

Stained Glass Panel with the Deposition, German, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Stained Glass Panel with the Deposition, German, 15th century

(from the Schedels Chronicle of the World). Found in the Collection of Kasteel Huis Bergh

The Tree of Jesse, c. 1495. Artist: Geertgen tot Sint, Jans (ca. 1460-ca. 1490)
The Tree of Jesse, c. 1495. Found in the collection of the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

Tree of Jesse, early 15th century. Artist: Master of the Beaufort Saints
Tree of Jesse, early 15th century. From the Beaufort Hours, produced in England. Illustration from School of Illumination, Reproductions from Manuscripts in the British Museum, Part VI

Tree of Jesse in initial letter I, late 13th century. Page of Latin text with decorated initial letters, fom the Gospel Lectionary, produced in Paris

Tree of Jesse and Virgin and Child enthroned, c1130-1140. The Tree of Jesse, flanked by Abraham and Moses, and the Virgin and Child enthroned, within an architectural framework

The Tree of Jesse, c. 1535. Artist: Genga, Gerolamo (1476-1551)
The Tree of Jesse, c.1535. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Tree of Jesse (The Holy Tree). Artist: Anonymous
The Tree of Jesse (The Holy Tree). From a private collection

The Tree of Jesse (from the Bible historiale by Guiart des Moulins), 1400-1415. Found in the collection of the Free Library of Philadelphia

A Golden Reliquary with the Tree of Jesse, from the Large Series of Wittenberg Reliquaries, 1509

The Mountains of Ararat, or The Manner how the Whole Earth was Peopled by Noah
KW200159 The Mountains of Ararat, or The Manner how the Whole Earth was Peopled by Noah and his Descendants after the Flood, engraved for the Universal Magazine, London

St Anne Revealing to the Virgin the Prophecy of Isaiah, c. 1749 (oil on canvas)
XOS1448802 St Anne Revealing to the Virgin the Prophecy of Isaiah, c.1749 (oil on canvas) by Halle, Noel (1711-81); 62.6x41.3 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA

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The Tree of Jesse, depicted in various forms throughout history, is a captivating symbol that holds deep religious significance. From stunning stained glass windows to intricate stone portals, this biblical motif has been beautifully portrayed by talented artists. One such masterpiece is the Rose Window with the Tree of Jesse. Crafted from vibrant stained glass, it showcases the genealogical figures that trace back to King David and ultimately lead to Jesus Christ. This window serves as a visual reminder of Christ's lineage and his role as the Messiah. Another remarkable depiction can be found in the South Window adorned with depictions of genealogical figures. The intricate details within this stained glass artwork tell stories of generations past, connecting them all under one ancestral tree. Intriguingly, an East Window from 1845 showcases yet another rendition of the Jesse Tree. Through delicate strokes on stained glass panels, it portrays scenes from both Old and New Testaments intertwined within branches representing Jesse's family tree. Moving away from stained glass but equally awe-inspiring is a portal found on West Facades made entirely out of stone. This architectural marvel features exquisite carvings depicting scenes related to the Tree of Jesse—a testament to human craftsmanship and devotion. Throughout history, artists have continuously sought inspiration from this profound symbol. A stunning example is a window dating back to 1532 which depicts the majestic Tree of Jesse through intricately designed pieces of colored glass—each panel telling its own story while contributing to the larger narrative. Notably, prophets are often featured alongside or within these depictions. One particular piece from 1500-10 showcases a prophet perched upon a branch—an image that evokes feelings of wisdom and divine guidance emanating directly from God's chosen people. The beauty and symbolism associated with the Tree of Jesse continue into more recent times as well; for instance, there exists an impressive work created in 1848 where vibrant hues dance across each pane forming a stunning Jesse Tree.