Bethlehem Collection (page 9)

Musical Angel, Nativity, 1876 (stained glass)
3475476 Musical Angel, Nativity, 1876 (stained glass) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); St Michael and St Mary Magdalenes Church, Easthampstead

Adoration of the Shepherds, Pre-conservation, 1510 (oil on canvas)
3248483 Adoration of the Shepherds, Pre-conservation, 1510 (oil on canvas) by Piombo, Sebastiano del (S. Luciani) (c.1485-1547); 124.2x161.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Entrance to grotto in Church of Nativity, in the neighborhood where Boaz and Ruth met (b / w photo)
2791302 Entrance to grotto in Church of Nativity, in the neighborhood where Boaz and Ruth met (b/w photo) by English photographer

The Birth of Jesus Christ (colour litho)
2799789 The Birth of Jesus Christ (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Birth of Jesus Christ. Illustration for Histoire Sainte (Guerin, c 1890)

The French consul arriving in Bethlehem for the Christmas celebrations (colour litho)
2818354 The French consul arriving in Bethlehem for the Christmas celebrations (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bethleem, Entree De La Grotte De La Nativite (colour photo)
2817301 Bethleem, Entree De La Grotte De La Nativite (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethleem, Entree De La Grotte De La Nativite)

The Milk Grotto, Bethlehem (engraving)
2774950 The Milk Grotto, Bethlehem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Milk Grotto, Bethlehem)

Bethlehem (colour photo)
2775040 Bethlehem (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem. Illustration for booklet entitled Jerusalem, published by Fr Vester & Co)

Bethlehem (chromolitho)
2813922 Bethlehem (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem. Illustration for Pictorial Sunday Readings (James Sangster)

The Christmas story (colour litho)
2779257 The Christmas story (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Christmas story. The Three Magi, guided by the star, arriving in sight of Bethlehem)

Bethlehem and the Shepherds (chromolitho)
668495 Bethlehem and the Shepherds (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem and the Shepherds)

The Royal Hospital of Bethlehem - the gallery for men (engraving)
604595 The Royal Hospital of Bethlehem - the gallery for men (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Hospital of Bethlehem - the gallery for men)

The Royal Hospital of Bethlehem (engraving)
604629 The Royal Hospital of Bethlehem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Hospital of Bethlehem - the gallery for women)

Arab man from Bethlehem on his donkey, c. 1880-1900 (photochrom)
PEF446256 Arab man from Bethlehem on his donkey, c.1880-1900 (photochrom) by Swiss Photographer, (19th century); Palestine Exploration Fund, London

Interior of the Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem, c. 1880-1900 (photochrom)
PEF446224 Interior of the Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem, c.1880-1900 (photochrom) by Swiss Photographer, (19th century); Palestine Exploration Fund, London

Tomb of Rachel, Bethlehem, c. 1880-1900 (photochrom)
PEF446223 Tomb of Rachel, Bethlehem, c.1880-1900 (photochrom) by Swiss Photographer, (19th century); Palestine Exploration Fund, London, UK; (add.info.: photochrome print made by the Photochrom Co)

Two girls from Bethlehem, c. 1867-98 (b / w photo)
PEF446198 Two girls from Bethlehem, c.1867-98 (b/w photo) by Bonfils Studio (19th century); Palestine Exploration Fund, London, UK; ePalestine Exploration Fund; French, out of copyright

Bethleham, 1873 (oil on canvas)
658698 Bethleham, 1873 (oil on canvas) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 23.5x45.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethleham. Edward Lear (1812-1888). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1873

Palestina, Una casa de labradores con el pesebre, en Bethlehem (engraving)
729033 Palestina, Una casa de labradores con el pesebre, en Bethlehem (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palestina, Una casa de labradores con el pesebre)

The Field of the Shepherds (b / w photo)
5993878 The Field of the Shepherds (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Field of the Shepherds)

Shrine of the Nativity, Bethlehem (engraving)
6022411 Shrine of the Nativity, Bethlehem (engraving) by Bartlett, William H. (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shrine of the Nativity, Bethlehem)

Bethlehem (engraving)
6022402 Bethlehem (engraving) by Bartlett, William H. (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem. Illustration for The Holy Bible with notes by Matthew Henry (Virtue)

The anointing of David
LLM338571 The anointing of David by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The anointing of David. The Gospel in the Old Testament (Religious Tract Society)

The shepherds of Bethlehem
LLM338254 The shepherds of Bethlehem by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The shepherds of Bethlehem)

Wise men enquiring of the birth of the King of the Jews
LLM339656 Wise men enquiring of the birth of the King of the Jews by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wise men enquiring of the birth of the King of the Jews)

Joseph and Mary arrive at Bethlehem, but find there is no room for them at the inn
LLM339653 Joseph and Mary arrive at Bethlehem, but find there is no room for them at the inn by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph and Mary arrive at Bethlehem)

Ruth following Naomi to Bethlehem
LLM338976 Ruth following Naomi to Bethlehem by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruth following Naomi to Bethlehem)

Adoration of the Kings
BH32371 Adoration of the Kings by Bassano, Jacopo (Jacopo da Ponte) (1510-92); Burghley House Collection, Lincolnshire, UK; Italian, out of copyright

The Adoration of the Magi Triptych (oil on panel), c. 1510 (right panel)
BRN160565 The Adoration of the Magi Triptych (oil on panel), c.1510 (right panel) by Leyden, Lucas van (c.1494-1533); The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Adoration of the Magi Triptych (central panel), c. 1510 (oil on panel)
BRN160564 The Adoration of the Magi Triptych (central panel), c.1510 (oil on panel) by Leyden, Lucas van (c.1494-1533); The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Boaz chooses ten Elders in the market place, from Ruth et Booz, translated by J
STC172363 Boaz chooses ten Elders in the market place, from Ruth et Booz, translated by J.C. Mardrus, published 1930 (coloured engraving) by Schmied

Young woman carrying water on her head, in Bethlehem, Palestine (photo)
5998140 Young woman carrying water on her head, in Bethlehem, Palestine (photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young woman carrying water on her head)

Bethlehem, from Laborde (engraving)
1619550 Bethlehem, from Laborde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem, from Laborde. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 December 1858)

Adoration of the Magi (mosaic)
LRI4001617 Adoration of the Magi (mosaic) by Italian School, (5th century); Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome, Italy; Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright

Feast of the Rose Garlands, 1506 (oil on wood)
5614481 Feast of the Rose Garlands, 1506 (oil on wood) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 162x192 cm; Narodni Galerie, Prague

The Grotto of the Nativity, Bethlehem (engraving)
1603261 The Grotto of the Nativity, Bethlehem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grotto of the Nativity, Bethlehem)

Environs of Bethlehem, Bible scene (b / w photo)
5214481 Environs of Bethlehem, Bible scene (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Environs of Bethlehem, Bible scene)

Bethlehem, Convent of Saint-Elias (b / w photo)
5214456 Bethlehem, Convent of Saint-Elias (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem, Convent of Saint-Elias)

Environs of Bethlehem, Beth Saour, the Shepherds village (b / w photo)
5214479 Environs of Bethlehem, Beth Saour, the Shepherds village (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Environs of Bethlehem, Beth Saour)

Bethlehem, Orphanage of the Sisters of Saint-Joseph (b / w photo)
5214474 Bethlehem, Orphanage of the Sisters of Saint-Joseph (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem, Orphanage of the Sisters of Saint-Joseph)

Bethlehem, types of girls (b / w photo)
5214471 Bethlehem, types of girls (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem, types of girls)

Bethlehem, showing the Convent Buildings (engraving)
971313 Bethlehem, showing the Convent Buildings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem, showing the Convent Buildings)

Chapel at Bethlehem (engraving)
978241 Chapel at Bethlehem (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel at Bethlehem.); © Look and Learn

Syrian Costumes (engraving)
3654333 Syrian Costumes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Syrian Costumes. Illustration for The Imperial Gazetteer)

Balthazar, one of the three Magi, with a servant, c. 1480-90 (oil on panel)
3704085 Balthazar, one of the three Magi, with a servant, c.1480-90 (oil on panel) by Netherlandish School, (15th century); 39.9x24.1 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Imperial Yeomanry at Work in the Orange River Colony, a Night Attack on a Boer Post near Bethlehem (litho)
1040354 Imperial Yeomanry at Work in the Orange River Colony, a Night Attack on a Boer Post near Bethlehem (litho) by Soper

Nativity (oil on canvas, 16th century))
LRI956789 Nativity (oil on canvas, 16th century)) by Romanino, Girolamo (c.1485-c.1566); Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo, Brescia, Italy; (add.info.: Nativity)

The Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel)
AGN197372 The Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel) by Lodi, Giovanni Agostino da (fl.1490-1520); 68.5x91.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eAgnew s, London; Italian, out of copyright

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"Bethlehem: A Timeless Tapestry of History, Faith, and Wonder" Step into the enchanting world of Bethlehem, where centuries-old stories intertwine with sacred traditions. From the ancient Mappa Mundi, a vellum map dating back to 1290 that depicts this holy city's significance in medieval times, to the breathtaking Mary Jesus Icon at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Nativity Altar Nave in modern-day Bethlehem, West Bank Palestine – every corner exudes an aura of spirituality. Transport yourself to Pennsylvania in 1757 through Nicholas Garrison's vivid painting capturing the Moravian settlement on the Lehigh River. This depiction showcases how Bethlehem has been a beacon for diverse communities seeking solace and prosperity throughout history. The Nativity scene from c. 1380 mesmerizes viewers with its delicate tempera strokes on panel, reminding us of Bethlehem's pivotal role as Christ's birthplace. Meanwhile, Hogarth Rake Plate 8 adds a touch of whimsy and satire to this rich tapestry. Gaze upon panoramic views captured by photographers overlooking both Bethlehem and South Bethlehem in Pennsylvania; their lens captures not just physical landscapes but also echoes of hope and resilience embedded within these towns' foundations. During Christmas time, all eyes turn towards Bethlehem as it becomes synonymous with wonderment – symbolized by the celestial Christmas star aligning planets in perfect harmony, and is here that we find solace knowing that even amidst chaos and uncertainty, there is still beauty awaiting discovery. Bethlehem holds tales beyond joyous celebrations; it also bears witness to profound sorrow. The infant Christ rewarding martyred innocents reminds us that even amidst tragedy lies redemption and justice – a testament to unwavering faith. Archangel Gabriel stands tall as a guardian angel over this hallowed land while Melancholy and raving madness find their place too - reminiscent of Bedlam Hospital - showcasing humanity's complex emotions woven into this intricate fabric of history.