Vision Collection (page 4)

Rene Descartes idea of vision
5310106 Rene Descartes idea of vision; (add.info.: Diagram illustrating Rene Descartes idea of vision, showing the function of the eye, optic nerve, and brain)

Engraving depicting a double convex lens, showing refraction of light and the conjugate focus (b, a), 19th century
5309416 Engraving depicting a double convex lens, showing refraction of light and the conjugate focus (b, a), 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a double convex lens)

Jeanne, young shepherdess hears the voice of Saint-Michel, c1900-1920 (illustration)
8723995 Jeanne, young shepherdess hears the voice of Saint-Michel, c1900-1920 (illustration); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young Jeanne as a child)

Illustration depicting the Monk Gunzo laying a stick in bed with Abbot Hugh of Cluny and his dream
1578259 Illustration depicting the Monk Gunzo laying a stick in bed with Abbot Hugh of Cluny and his dream; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Monk Gunzo laying a stick in bed with Abbot Hugh of)

The Virgin and Child Appearing to Saint Francis of Assisi, 1680s (oil on canvas)
XOS5877350 The Virgin and Child Appearing to Saint Francis of Assisi, 1680s (oil on canvas) by Giordano, Luca (1634-1705); 273x229 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Expulsion of Adam and Eve, 1880s (oil on fabric)
XOS5879738 Expulsion of Adam and Eve, 1880s (oil on fabric) by Faed, John (1820-1902); 91.3x70.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by John Faed)

Solomon's Temple Imaginary reconstruction (engraving)
6266337 Solomon's Temple Imaginary reconstruction (engraving); (add.info.: A View of the Inside of the Court of the Priests in Solomon's Temple with the manner of the Preparing)

Milan, Church of San Francesco da Paola, Apparition of San Francesco da Paola
7227327 Milan, Church of San Francesco da Paola, Apparition of San Francesco da Paola; Chiesa di San Francesco di Paola, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Milan, Church of San Francesco da Paola)

Leon Foucault's silver-on-glass reflecting telescope
5310088 Leon Foucault's silver-on-glass reflecting telescope; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Leon Foucault's silver-on-glass reflecting telescope)

The vanishing point in perspective, 17th century
5311316 The vanishing point in perspective, 17th century; Universal History Archive/UIG

Temptation of Saint Anthony (oil on copper)
8682955 Temptation of Saint Anthony (oil on copper) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); (add.info.: By David Teniers the Younger)

The Apparition of the Virgin to Saint Ildephonsus, c.1655 (oil on canvas)
8682941 The Apparition of the Virgin to Saint Ildephonsus, c.1655 (oil on canvas) by Murillo, Bartolome Esteban (1618-82); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: By Bartolome Esteban Murillo)

The Torments Of Hell. From A Miniature In A 12Th Century Manuscript Destroyed After A Fire In The Strasburg Library
UIG5420502 The Torments Of Hell. From A Miniature In A 12Th Century Manuscript Destroyed After A Fire In The Strasburg Library During A Prussian Bombardment, 1870

Engraving depicting a man using lorgnettes to read his newspaper at the breakfast table, 19th century
5308553 Engraving depicting a man using lorgnettes to read his newspaper at the breakfast table, 19th century; (add.info)

Christ on the Mount of Olives, around 1420 (engraving)
7415641 Christ on the Mount of Olives, around 1420 (engraving); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Christ on the Mount of Olives Anonymous Southern Germany)

HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPH AND CINEMA The "toy" called thaumatropio
6203003 HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPH AND CINEMA The "toy" called thaumatropio; (add.info.: HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPH AND CINEMA The "toy" called thaumatropio)

Vision of Hell, 17th century (engraving)
3480621 Vision of Hell, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Vision of Hell. Engraving from Tableaux du temple des muses (1655) by Michel de Marolles (1600 - 1681)

The Legendary consecration of Westminster Abbey, The Fisherman's Vision
2915353 The Legendary consecration of Westminster Abbey, The Fisherman's Vision. Legend says that a shrine was first built where the Abbey is now located in 616 on a site then known as Thorney

Scenes of Witchcraft, c.1645-49 (oil on canvas)
XOS5879298 Scenes of Witchcraft, c.1645-49 (oil on canvas) by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Salvator Rosa)

Jacinta de Jesus Marto, 1916 (illustration)
7422831 Jacinta de Jesus Marto, 1916 (illustration); (add.info.: Religion. Catholic religion. Jacinta de Jesus Marto, one of the three shepherd who saw Mary, mother of Jesus, in Fatima, Portugal)

Engraving depicting the method known as Pepper's Ghost'. An image of a ghost is projected onto the stage with
UIG5425713 Engraving depicting the method known as Pepper's Ghost'. An image of a ghost is projected onto the stage with the use of mirrors and reflected light

Engraving depicting the method known as Pepper's Ghost'. An image of a ghost is projected onto the stage with
UIG5425709 Engraving depicting the method known as Pepper's Ghost'. An image of a ghost is projected onto the stage with the use of mirrors and reflected light

Aperspective frame with a grid and viewer combined with squared paper to draw a distant scene in perspective
5311311 Aperspective frame with a grid and viewer combined with squared paper to draw a distant scene in perspective, 17th century; Universal History Archive/UIG

Christ's Ascension, chromolithograph from a home bible, 1870
UIG5413221 Christ's Ascension, chromolithograph from a home bible, 1870; UIG

The Annunciation and The Nativity, c.1457 (oil, tempera, and gold on wood panel)
XOS5873610 The Annunciation and The Nativity, c.1457 (oil, tempera, and gold on wood panel) by Ferrer, Jaume (fl.1430-1461); 186.5x139 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Illustration from the Grand Catechism for Families'. 1907. The agony of Christ
5306058 Illustration from the Grand Catechism for Families'. 1907. The agony of Christ; Universal History Archive/UIG

Diagram explaining why the observer observes his image to be diminished
5309417 Diagram explaining why the observer observes his image to be diminished; (add.info.: Diagram explaining why the observer observes his image to be diminished)

A woman viewing a picture through a Brewster stereoscope
5311939 A woman viewing a picture through a Brewster stereoscope; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a woman viewing a picture through a Brewster stereoscope)

Engraving depicting E. Barnard's Opsiometer for testing eyesight, 19th century
5311414 Engraving depicting E. Barnard's Opsiometer for testing eyesight, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1888); Universal History Archive/UIG

Beatus from San Millan de la Cogolla, dated between 929-930
3499680 Beatus from San Millan de la Cogolla, dated between 929-930; (add.info.: Beatus from San Millan de la Cogolla, dated between 929-930)

"My mother, one evening, saw the city of Ys (Is)" Landscape of fog and river, 1898 Brest (oil on canvas)
JLJ4602216 "My mother, one evening, saw the city of Ys (Is)" Landscape of fog and river, 1898 Brest (oil on canvas) by Levy-Dhurmer, Lucien (1865-1953); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Brest

Appearance of a fairy to the cookermaid of the sultan, c.1900-1910 (chromo)
1790238 Appearance of a fairy to the cookermaid of the sultan, c.1900-1910 (chromo); (add.info.: Appearance of a fairy to the cookermaid of the sultan, from 1001 Arabian nights)

Sketch for "The Oriental Dream", before 1904 (oil on fabric)
XOS5882386 Sketch for "The Oriental Dream", before 1904 (oil on fabric) by Lecomte du Nouy, Jean Jules Antoine (1842-1923); 12.4x19.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

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Babylon in Ruins (vision of John the Baptist), Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665475 Babylon in Ruins (vision of John the Baptist), Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Babylon in Ruins (vision of John the Baptist)

Cartoon commenting on the potential perils of the video-phone - privacy has been breached by a wrong connection
5308637 Cartoon commenting on the potential perils of the video-phone - privacy has been breached by a wrong connection, 19th century; (add.info)

Solomon's Temple Imaginary reconstruction (engraving)
6266336 Solomon's Temple Imaginary reconstruction (engraving); (add.info.: A View of the Inside of the Court of the Priests in Solomon's Temple with the manner of the Preparing)

A perspective frame with a grid and viewer combined with squared paper to draw a building in correct proportions
5311315 A perspective frame with a grid and viewer combined with squared paper to draw a building in correct proportions, 17th century; Universal History Archive/UIG

A perspective frame with a grid and viewer combined with squared paper to draw a building in correct proportions
5311312 A perspective frame with a grid and viewer combined with squared paper to draw a building in correct proportions, 17th century; Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Unveiling the World Through Vision: From Eyesight Tests to Divine Revelations" Embarking on a journey of sight, our eyes navigate through various realms, unraveling hidden truths and profound wonders. Just like an eyesight test chart that measures our visual acuity, vision encompasses more than just physical perception. Throughout history, visionaries have emerged, transcending ordinary boundaries. The three Fatima Visionaries stand as beacons of faith and devotion, blessed with celestial visions that captivated hearts worldwide. Their encounters with the divine remind us of the power of belief and the boundless potential within each individual. Artistic masterpieces also offer glimpses into visionary experiences. Rembrandt's "The Return of the Prodigal Son" portrays a transformative moment where forgiveness and redemption converge in a powerful embrace. Walter Crane's Garland weaves together vibrant colors, symbolizing how imagination can shape our perception of reality. Yet not all they are ethereal; some reveal limitations we face. Colour Blindness Tests expose the intricate nuances missed by certain eyes but highlight diversity in human experience nonetheless. In literature too, vision intertwines with spirituality and mythology. Dante's "Vision of Angels" transports readers to heavenly realms beyond mortal comprehension while Bernadette's first encounter with Mary unveils a sacred connection between humanity and divinity and can even manifest during times of conflict or despair. The haunting cover design for piano music depicting Angels of Mons reminds us how hope can emerge amidst darkness – offering solace when it is needed most. Beyond earthly bounds lies another realm altogether—the spiritual plane—where holy quests unfold before chosen souls. "The Attainment; The Vision of the Holy Grail to Sir Galahad, Sir Bors, and Sir Percival, " epitomizes this pursuit for enlightenment—a quest driven by unwavering faith and unyielding determination. Nature itself holds its own captivating visions.