Birth Collection (page 7)

Birth of Christ, Adoration of the Shepherds, 1609 (oil on canvas)
715430 Birth of Christ, Adoration of the Shepherds, 1609 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 400x300 cm; Sint Pauluskerk, Antwerp, Belgium

The Adoration of the Kings, relief plaque framed with miniature figures of the four Evangelists
XAM82136 The Adoration of the Kings, relief plaque framed with miniature figures of the four Evangelists and putti alternating with sapphires, from Munich (enamel, gilt, semi-precious stones)

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, miniature from the Norfolk Book of Hours (vellum)
DON279101 The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, miniature from the Norfolk Book of Hours (vellum) by Bening, Simon (c.1483-1561); His Grace The Duke of Norfolk, Arundel Castle

Adoration of the Shepherds, 1501-1700 (pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash with red chalk on paper)
7308232 Adoration of the Shepherds, 1501-1700 (pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash with red chalk on paper) by German School, (16th-17th century); 24.2x19.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Centenary of the birth of German statesman Otto von Bismarck (colour litho)
6000301 Centenary of the birth of German statesman Otto von Bismarck (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A couple of rabbits introduces their young baby to the other animals. " The Newborn", 1936 (illustration)
7309650 A couple of rabbits introduces their young baby to the other animals." The Newborn", 1936 (illustration) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); 7 x 10

The Adoration of the Magi, 1588-1611 (pen and brown ink on paper)
7308194 The Adoration of the Magi, 1588-1611 (pen and brown ink on paper) by Durer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 21.5x16.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

A Time of Hope
Jackson Carvalho

Glory to God in the highest, Nativity, Bethlehem, Biblical Scene
7279205 Glory to God in the highest, Nativity, Bethlehem, Biblical Scene by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glory to God in the highest, Nativity, Bethlehem)

Detail of a fresco of the castle of Roccabianca in Parma dating from 1480, today at Castello Sforzesco in Milan
GIA4817161 Detail of a fresco of the castle of Roccabianca in Parma dating from 1480, today at Castello Sforzesco in Milan

126-0035071 Adoration of the Kings, Altarpiece from the Church of Santa Maria Palau-Solita, Barcelona, 1513-19
IND54518 126-0035071 Adoration of the Kings, Altarpiece from the Church of Santa Maria Palau-Solita, Barcelona, 1513-19 by Master of Ares, (16th century); Sta

The Adoration of the Shepherds
IND41449 The Adoration of the Shepherds by Giarte, Mateo (1620-75); Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain

The Adoration of the Kings
IND41445 The Adoration of the Kings by Rizi or Ricci, Francisco (1608-85); Private Collection

Babies in nests in tree (colour photo)
3093574 Babies in nests in tree (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Babies in nests in tree. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

126-0035070 Adoration of the Shepherds, Altarpiece from the Church of Santa Maria Palau-Solita, Barcelona
IND54629 126-0035070 Adoration of the Shepherds, Altarpiece from the Church of Santa Maria Palau-Solita, Barcelona, 1513-19 (detail) by Master of Ares, (16th century) (attr)

Where do babies come from (coloured photo)
3642809 Where do babies come from (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Where do babies come)

Adoration of the Shepherds, 1638 (oil on canvas) (detail)
IND54174 Adoration of the Shepherds, 1638 (oil on canvas) (detail) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Musee de Grenoble, France; Index Fototeca

Adoration of the Kings, 1464-65 (central panel of the Condestable Altarpiece from the Chapel of Saint Agueda Ciudad)
IND54416 Adoration of the Kings, 1464-65 (central panel of the Condestable Altarpiece from the Chapel of Saint Agueda Ciudad) by Huguet, Jaume (1415-92); Museo Historia de la Catalunya, Barcelona

Epiphany Mural from the Church at Navasa, Huesca, 12th century (fresco)
IND113094 Epiphany Mural from the Church at Navasa, Huesca, 12th century (fresco) by Spanish School, (12th century); Museo Diocesano, Jaca, Huesca, Aragon, Spain; Index Fototeca

The Annunciation with Shepherds Making Cheese in the Background, from an altarpiece dedicated to the Virgin, from Tora
IND113095 The Annunciation with Shepherds Making Cheese in the Background, from an altarpiece dedicated to the Virgin, from Tora, Segarra

Adoration of the Magi: Whole Triptych
IND40413 Adoration of the Magi: Whole Triptych by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Index Fototeca

The Nativity, from the Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia, Bergueda, 1170-90 (tempera on poplar panel)
IND54274 The Nativity, from the Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia, Bergueda, 1170-90 (tempera on poplar panel) (detail of 223698) by Master of Avia

Fol. 139 Historiated initial depicting the Nativity, 1460 (vellum)
IND41428 Fol.139 Historiated initial depicting the Nativity, 1460 (vellum) by Master of Burgo de Osma, (fl.1400-20); Osma-Soria Chapter House, Soria, Spain; Index Fototeca

Cracking beauty
Ruiqing P

Fol. 41r The Adoration of the Magi (vellum)
ALI142912 Fol.41r The Adoration of the Magi (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont, Italy; (add.info.: Codex de Predis; ); Alinari

Fol. 37v An angel tells Joseph that Mary is with child (vellum)
ALI142914 Fol.37v An angel tells Joseph that Mary is with child (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont, Italy; (add.info.: Codex de Predis; ); Alinari

Fol. 42r An angel escorts Mary and Joseph on the flight into Egypt (vellum)
ALI142911 Fol.42r An angel escorts Mary and Joseph on the flight into Egypt (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont

The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, tile from The Silver Altar of Saint Johns Treasure, 1367-1483
7268080 The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, tile from The Silver Altar of Saint Johns Treasure, 1367-1483 by Pollaiolo, Antonio (c.1431-98); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany

The roles of women (colour litho)
2795464 The roles of women (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The roles of women)

The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, tile from The Silver Altar of Saint Johns Treasure, 1367-1483
7268088 The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, tile from The Silver Altar of Saint Johns Treasure, 1367-1483 by Pollaiolo, Antonio (c.1431-98); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany

The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, tile from The Silver Altar of Saint Johns Treasure, 1367-1483
7268083 The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, tile from The Silver Altar of Saint Johns Treasure, 1367-1483 by Pollaiolo, Antonio (c.1431-98); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany

Human babies hatching from chicken eggs (colour litho)
2816192 Human babies hatching from chicken eggs (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Human babies hatching from chicken eggs)

Nativity in an Initial H, 1430-40 (brush, gouache and ink on vellum)
5861872 Nativity in an Initial H, 1430-40 (brush, gouache and ink on vellum) by Zanino di Pietro (active from 1389, d. before 1448); 27.7x22.9 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

The birth of Helene and Pollux, the union of Leda and the swan (marble)
LRI4699801 The birth of Helene and Pollux, the union of Leda and the swan (marble) by Schiaffino, Bernardo (1678-1725); Musei di Strada Nuova, Palazzo Rosso, Genova, Liguria

A Boy! (colour litho)
1092345 A Boy! (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Boy! Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Child emerging from an egg (chromolitho)
972161 Child emerging from an egg (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Child emerging from an egg.); © Look and Learn

The Bridge of Life, 1884 (oil on canvas)
HTL226381 The Bridge of Life, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; By courtesy of Julian Hartnoll

Blodeuwedd, c. 1925-30 (oil on canvas)
NWP149799 Blodeuwedd, c.1925-30 (oil on canvas) by Williams, Christopher (1873-1934); 110.5x51 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery, South Wales; © Newport Museum and Art Gallery

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Green Turtle, (Chelonia mydas), hatchlings emerge from sand, Long Beach, Ascension Island, south Atlantic ocean. Date: 17/02/2005

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Antarctica, Snow Hill Island. Photographer at work in front of Emperor Penguin rockery (Aptenodytes forsteri). Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctica, Snow Hill Island. Group of Emperor Penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri) adults with chicks. Blue iceberg in the background. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctica, Snow Hill Island. Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) colony. Blue iceberg in the background. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctica, Snow Hill Island. Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) colony. Iceberg in the background. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctica, Snow Hill Island. Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) colony. Date: 11/09/2007

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South Georgia, Fortuna Bay. Couple of Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina) pups sparring. Date: 11/09/2007

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South Georgia, Gold Harbour. King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) colony. Date: 11/09/2007

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South Georgia, Fortuna Bay. Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina) pup portrait Date: 11/09/2007

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"Birth: A Celestial Symphony Unveiled" In the vast expanse of the universe, amidst the Hubble Ultra Deep Field galaxies, new stars are born, painting a breathtaking tapestry across the cosmos. Just as St Joseph of Cupertino defied gravity with his miraculous levitations, birth is an extraordinary phenomenon that transcends our understanding. From Alessandro Botticelli's iconic "Birth of Venus, " we witness the emergence of beauty and love from the sea foam. The Adoration of the Christ Child reminds us of the profound joy that accompanies every birth, even in its humblest form. In a French manuscript illumination from centuries ago, we glimpse into history and marvel at how this sacred event has been revered throughout time. Bouguereau's masterpiece captures the ethereal moment when Venus emerges from her shell in all her splendor – a symbol of rebirth and renewal. Similarly, Aphrodite rises gracefully from the foaming waves in ancient mythology; her birth represents passion and desire. Yet not all births occur on grand stages or celestial realms. In Bosch's enigmatic "Garden of Earthly Delights, " life sprouts abundantly in various forms - reminding us that birth encompasses both light and darkness within its intricate design. The Nativity scene painted with tempera on panel transports us to medieval times where faith intertwines with artistry to depict Jesus' humble arrival on Earth. Gaudi's Sagrada Familia stands tall as a testament to architectural brilliance but also serves as a reminder that families are formed through births – binding generations together. Nature too reveals its wonders through birth - be it a 20-day-old chick nestled inside an egg or a bottlenose dolphin calf swimming alongside its mother moments after being brought into existence. These miracles remind us that life perpetuates itself through cycles both small and grand. In contemplating these diverse representations of birth, we find ourselves humbled by their sheer magnitude and significance.