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Religious Scenes and Symbolism

Artistic engravings depicting key biblical moments such as the crucifixion and martyrdom, rich in symbolism and detail.

Worship by the shepherds, Nicolas Chaperon, After Rafaël, 1649 print print maker: Franceafter painting by: Vaticaanstadpublisher: Paris paper etching adoration of the Christ-child by the shepherds; Mary and Joseph present
Worship by the shepherds, Nicolas Chaperon, After Rafaël, 1649 print print maker: Franceafter painting by: Vaticaanstadpublisher: Paris paper etching adoration of the Christ-child by the shepherds; Mary and Joseph present
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Copper engraving by Francesco Pozzi depicting Israelites dancing around the golden calf, created around 1790, representing idolatry and biblical ritual.
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God appears at Babel to disperse the people into different tongues. Process print, 1894, after W. von Kaulbach.
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Resurrection; Paintings in the Loggia of Rafael; La Sacra Genesi.In the middle is Christ out of his grave. On the right the three Maria's. On the left a group of shocked soldiers. Legal under numbered: 64. Reference to Bible text in undermarge.
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Title page for: 'The book of Psalms', 1776..
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The martyrdom of Barnabas, Jacques Callot, 1632 - 1634 print After he has been stoned, Barnabas is tied to an open fire by two men. Above this scene, Barnabas is again depicted, on a cloud in the sky, a stone in hand. Under the performance a caption in Latin. This print is part of a series of 16 prints, consisting of a title page and 15 performances of the tortures that the apostles have undergone. Nancy paper etching martyrdom, suffering, misfortune, death of St. Barnabas
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Memorial column for Jan Nieuwenhuyzen. Allegorical memorial column with in a medallion the preacher Jan Nieuwenhuyzen's portrait. At the top of two putti with a wreath of stars between the clouds showing a wreath of light. Above the portrait a laurel wreath. In addition to the column an angel with a delighted torch and Rechs the gravened caritas.
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The Virgin with Christ Child, the Archangel Michael and the plague saints, Saint Christopher, Saint Anthony Abbot, Saint Adrian, Saint Sebastian and Saint Roch. Coloured engraving by T. Van Merlen.
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The Raising of Lazarus. Szumacher, I. (Petersburg ; zakład graficzny ; ca 1860-1870), printing house, Wejerman, K. (fl. ca 1860-1870), graphic artist, Valentin, Petr (fl. ca ), painter
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Herauten, plate 14; Procession of Charles V with the Pope in Bologna after his coronation to Emperor, 1530. Herauten, plate 14. Procession of Charles V with the Pope Clemens VII in Bologna after his coronation to Emperor, February 24, 1530.
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Resurrection of Christ, Reinier Vinkeles (I), 1799 print Christ rises from his grave. The soldiers who lie around the grave wake up and flee. Amsterdam paper etching / engraving Resurrection of Christ
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Second float in the procession for the Holy Rombout, 1825; Tweede Pael-Waegen. The second float in the conversation for the Holy Rombout. On the car, Pope Stefanus III grants to Rombout his mission to the Netherlands, ca. 770. The procession was held on June 28, 5 and 12, 1825. Illustration in a publication on the occasion of the 50-year celebration in 1825 of the anniversary From the Holy Rumold or Rombout, patron saint of the city of Mechelen.
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Via crucis - Station X, Jesus Despoiled, Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, Italian, 1727 - 1804, Etching on cream laid paper, Only state, Italy, ca. 1749, Print, Print
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The Honved K Honved on the graves of their fallen brothers, Heinrich Gerhart, Lithograph
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Khoikhoi worship the moon, Jan Wandelaar, 1727 print Mountainous landscape with Khoikhoi who worship the moon during a religious ritual. They clap in their hands and sing and dance for the full moon. North Netherlands paper etching / engraving Khoikhoi. full moon. worship and devotion ~ non-Christian religions South Africa
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Two angels present the Bible. Two angels carry the Bible. On the banderole with a reference to a Bible verses in Deut. 11:18.
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Boy and Putti around an altar with the Bible, Reinier Vinkeles (I), 1751 - 1816 print Amsterdam paper etching / engraving cupids: 'amores', 'amoretti', 'putti'. the all-seeing eye, triangle with eye ~ symbol of God the Father. altar. Bible
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Healing the Infirm (Jésus-Christ guérit plusieurs malades en Galilée) Claude Vignon French. Healing the Infirm (Jésus-Christ guérit plusieurs malades en Galilée) 350018
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. Round representation of killing that get up from their digging on the trumpet stock of angels from heaven. At the very top of the show Christ troning in heaven in the midst of a crash saints (including Maria). To the show Bible texts in Latin. This print is part of a series of four round prints with last judgment scenes.
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King John of England receiving the Magna Carta from the rebel barons, Runnymede, 1215. Magna Charta presented to King John. Copperplate engraving from M. A. Jones History of England from Julius Caesar to George IV, G. Virtue, 26 Ivy Lane, London, 1836.
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Christus redt Petrus, anonymous, after Giovanni Lanfranco, 1602 - 1697 print In stormy weather, Peter tries to walk over the water to Christ. Christ saves him by grabbing his hand. A boat in the background. Under a one -line explanation in ancient Greek, English, German, Latin, French and Dutch. Above that a reference to the Bible text in mat. 14: 31. print maker: Low Countriesafter painting by: Italy paper engraving Christ saves Peter from drowning
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Bodies of Romeo and Julia in the midst of grieving figures, Charles Rochussen, in Or Before 1853 print At the bodies of Romeo and Julia are the Franciscan Lorenzo, the prince of Verona and the Counts Capulet and Montague. They mourn their daughter and son. In the background are men with torches. On the right is the body of the Paris murdered by Romeo. Amsterdam paper Romeo. Juliet. mourning the dead
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Construction of Sint -Pietersbasiliek, Pietro Sante Bartoli, After Giulio Romano, 1637 - 1691 print The construction site where work is being done on the construction of St. Peter's Basilica. On the right Emperor Constantine surrounded by clergy and architects. Legend in STUDMARGE. Print is part of an album. paper etching / engraving the Roman emperor Constantine the Great; possible attributes: crown, sceptre, standard (labarum) with chi-rho monogram or cross. building-site St. Peter's basilica
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Copper engraving and etching by Richard Dalton from 1753 depicting the stoning of Saint Stephen, showing figures, gestures, and biblical narrative.
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Reinhart and dark man carry a conversation for a cabin. .
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Christ and the adulterous woman, Lucas van Doechum, After Gerard van Groeningen, 1585 print In the temple, various Pharisees bring a woman who is caught adultery in Christ. The Pharisees ask what Christ thinks of the law of Moses stating that such women must be stoned. Christ looks at them after he has written with his finger on the ground, and says that the one who is without sin should throw the first stone. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in John. 8. Antwerp paper etching / engraving Pharisees bring a woman accused of adultery before Christ (John 8:2-11). Christ points to or writes on the ground
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A Musical Gathering 18th century Attributed to Samuel Wale British. A Musical Gathering 363082
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Christus redt Petrus.In stormy weather, Peter tries to walk across the water to Christ. Christ saves him by grapping his hand. A boat in the background. Under a mereotric explanation in oldgreek, English, German, Latin, French and Dutch. Above a reference to the Bible text in mat. 14: 31.
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Ceiling paintings in the Chapelle du Chasteau: Angels. .
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Wise woman from Tekoa in conversation with David, Hans Holbein (II), 1538 print A wise woman from Tekoa kneels for King David and confronts him with his actions. In the margin above the image is the text II regvm XIIII 2 Samuel 14. paper the woman of Tekoah comes to David; she kneels before him
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Man is burned alive while a spiritual talks to him, Caspar Luyken, 1710 print Nuremberg paper etching / letterpress printing violent death by burning at the stake; pyre
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Adoration of golden calf. unknown c. 1660-1670 Tapestry Dimensions: H 12'2" x W 15'8" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Flemish Weaving Center: Brussels Ownership History: French & Co. received from Mr. Sheldon, 1/16/1962 also lists: 1/19/1962; returned, 9/19/1962. In landscape, Aaron makes golden calf, builds altar & offers sacrifice to golden calf, while kneeling figures surround; upper R corner, on seeing idolaters, Moses breaks tables of law (Exodus 32:1-19) (BRD) spiraling garland of flowers & fruit around narrow central rod; (L & R BRD) trophies & eagles at top; (UPR BRD) headed by cartouche flanked by angel-like grotesques, festoons impinging on central field; (LWR BRD) centered by trophies & trumpets, flanked by festoons French & Co. stock sheet in archive, E-295-x Related Works: Stylistically similar set (same borders, same series), GCPA-0239114-0239116
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Skiopticone image. Press depicting King Solomon at the grounds of the building site for the temple in Jerusalem.
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Scenes from the Old Testament, 1850 - 1881 print Leaf with 6 performances of stories from the Old Testament, such as the journey from Abraham to Canaan and Abraham's servant, Rebekka meets the source. Above each performance a title and a four -line verse below each performance. Numbered at the top right: No. 19. Leiden paper letterpress printing story of Abraham. Old Testament
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Murat II lives a peace document to a lance during the battle of Varna. Murat II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, rows a peace document to a lance during the battle of Varna, 1444.
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The triumph of Christ, Johann Theodor de Bry, After Titian, c. 1581 - c. 1623 print Triumph procession in which Christ sits on a victory car, pushed by the four church fathers. The procession is opened by Adam and Eva, behind which Noë, David, other kings, the Sybillen and the Prophets. John the Baptist carries the cross. Behind him the symbols of the evangelists. Christ's triumphal wagon is followed by the apostles, martyrs and saints (such as Christoffel) and closed by monks. With caption and explanation in Latin. paper engraving triumphant Christ, e.g. on triumphal chariot. groups of prophets, usually holding books or scrolls (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi). Adam and Eve (not in biblical context)
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The martyrdom of Simon, Jacques Callot, 1632 - 1634 print Simon is sawn in the presence of many spectators. Above this scene, Simon is shown again, on a cloud in heaven, a saw in hand. Under the performance a caption in Latin. This print is part of a series of 16 prints, consisting of a title page and 15 performances of the tortures that the apostles have undergone. Nancy paper etching martyrdom and death of Simon Zelotes: he is sawn in two, or beaten to death. the apostle Simon Zelotes (or Simon the Canaanite); possible attributes: book, saw, scroll - martyrdom, suffering, misfortune, death of male saint
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William Blake, The Canterbury Pilgrims, 1810 The Canterbury Pilgrims
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Birth of Christ, Johann Kaspar Eissenhardt, After Domenico Ghirlandaio, 1834 - 1896 print paper. etching adoration of the Christ-child ~ Christ's birth
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Nádasdy-Nádasd-Fogárars, Frazing Tomb Leaver: Nilson, Johnasm: Cridehs, Josephs: Nilson, Johannes Esaias
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Scourging Christ; Jesu Christi Flagellatio / La Flagellacion de n.s. Jesu Christo. Christ, with thorns crown on the head, is on the spoonpiece and is beaten by two soldiers. A third man, in long tunic, looks. In ornament edge. Title in two languages under the show. The scene is caught in an ornament edge.
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Children dance around a female Herme who symbolizes foolishness, Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, 1780 print paper etching herms (garden ornaments). statues, paintings, etc. ~ objects of worship (non-Christian religions) - BB - in the open air. bauble. group dancing around someone or something (folk dancing)
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Marriage of Isaak and Rebekka, Johann Theodor de Bry, after Gijsbert van Veen, after Baldassare Peruzzi, 1585 - 1610 print Different scenes from the wedding party of Isaac and Rebekka: left Eliezer who is looking for a woman for Isaac, the wedding couple on horseback, driving for a procession; On the right a round dance with musicians and spectators. Under the performance the corresponding Bible text, Gen. 24, in Latin. paper engraving Rebekah (Rebecca) sought in marriage (Genesis 24). marriage of Isaac and Rebekah
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Break your machines! It's already Father St Ignace. (IT)
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Rest on the Flight Into Egypt, Paolo Toschi, After Correggio, 1846 print The holy family resting during the flight to Egypt. Putti with palm leaves float above. Title and assignment in German in STUDMARGE. print maker: Italyafter painting by: Italyprinter: Darmstadtpublisher: Mannheimpublisher: Parispublisher: London paper etching / engraving the flight into Egypt: Mary, Joseph, the child (and sometimes others) on their way; Mary usually riding on an ass. Holy Family, and derived representations
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Philippus explains the Scriptures to the Egyptian Eunuch on his car, Georges Maleste, After Charles Nicolas Cochin (II), 1764 - 1843 print France paper etching / engraving / letterpress printing Philip explains the scripture to the Eunuch
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Meeting on a field, Jan Frederik Christiaan Reckleben, 1854 print On a field, a king, seated on a throne pulled by two oxen, stops a group of clergy. The king converses with the foreman of the clergy. The king's army has joined him. paper steel engraving ruler, sovereign - BB - female ruler. organization, functionaries and dignitaries in churches and in related institutions. political meeting, propaganda meeting
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Widukind converts to Christianity, 785, 1760 - 1780 print Widukind, Duke of Saxony, converts to Christianity in 785. Widukind has laid down his weapons and kneels next to the throne of Charlemagne. The show is printed within a simple frame. Netherlands paper etching converts abjuring their former faith. conversion and belief
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Appearance of Saint Joris, Héliodore Joseph Pisan, After Gustave Doré, 1879 print Amsterdam paper the warrior martyr George (Georgius); possible attributes: banner (red cross on white field), (red) cross, dragon, (white) horse, broken lance, shield (with cross), sword. knight. militant proselytizing: religious war, crusade, etc.
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Ceiling painting with Christ who sends the Holy Spirit to the Earth. Ceiling painting in the umbrella vault of the Chapelle de Seaux: Christ, behave by angels after his Ascension, sends the Holy Spirit to Earth. He sits on a cloud and is surrounded, along the edge of the round ceiling, through countless musician angels on a balustrade. A Bible quote from Jes in the margin. 45:22 and an explanation of the show in French.
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Opfer Sacrifice still image. Conjectural works, Bilderbogen. 1852 - 1898. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Picture Collection. Greece , Religion, Bulls, Sacrifices, Altars, Greeks , To 499, Priests , Greece , To 499, Animal sacrifice
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De triomf van Christus.Triumphole in which Christ is sitting on a victory, which is pushed by the four church fathers. The procession is opened by Adam and Eva, behind which Noë, David, other kings, the Sybillen and the prophets. John the Baptist bears the cross. Behind him the symbols of the evangelists. The triumphy of Christ is followed by the apostles, martyrs and saints (such as Christoffel) and closed by monks. With caption and explanation in Latin.
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Title print for the emblem series 'Kloosterleven in Emblemen', Jacques Callot, 1621 - 1635 print A saint with a bow (Sebastiaan), A saint with a crucifix (Francis of Assisi) And a saint with a flowering lily kneeling for a cloth, held up by two angels, above Christ appears in the clouds. This magazine is the title print for the emblem series 'Kloosterleven in Emblemen'. In addition to an illustrated title page and 26 emblems, the second state of this series is a title page and a magazine with assignment, both in book print without image. Nancy paper etching the martyr Sebastian; possible attributes: arrow(s), bow, tree-trunk. founder of the Order of Friars Minor (Franciscans), Francis(cus) of Assisi; possible attributes: book, crucifix, lily, skull, stigmata. flowers: lily. title-page. adult Christ together with angels. adult Christ together with apostles, evangelists, saints, etc.
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Judas Kust Christus, Philippus Velijn, After Cornelis Kruseman, 1821 print Judas Christ kisses between many watching figures. Above the image a extended torch, a palm branch and a butterfly, above which the all -seeing eye surrounded with a rays. Under the medallion with the image a winged hourglass, a scythe and a skull. The Hague paper etching / engraving the kiss of Judas: accompanied by soldiers with torches and lanterns, he kisses Christ (+ variant). the all-seeing eye, triangle with eye ~ symbol of God the Father. skull as symbol of 'Vanitas'. death's head, skull (symbol of Death)