Blinding Collection

The Conversion of St. Paul or, The Road to Damascus (oil on canvas)
XMN184714 The Conversion of St. Paul or, The Road to Damascus (oil on canvas) by Cuyp, Aelbert (1620-91); Musee de Picardie, Amiens

'Recontre Nocturne au Coin D'un Bois; Comment on Aveugle une Patrouille, 1914. Creator: Georges Bertin Scott
'Recontre Nocturne au Coin D'un Bois; Comment on Aveugle une Patrouille, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Three Figures Supporting a Man, Smaller Sketch of the Same, and Studies for the... c.1558. Creator: Taddeo Zuccaro
Three Figures Supporting a Man, Smaller Sketch of the Same, and Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, c.1558

Sheet of Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, Sacrifice at Lystra, and a Holy Family, c.1558. Creator: Taddeo Zuccaro
Sheet of Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, Sacrifice at Lystra, and a Holy Family, c.1558

Blinding of Elymas, c. 1807. Creator: John Constable
Blinding of Elymas, c. 1807

Greek Vase, Blinding of Polyphemus, late Archaic period, c530BC-c510BC

S. I. 3, f. 98: Satan binds the eyes of the Jews, from the Brevario del Amor by Ermengald de Bezieres (vellum)
IND56624 S.I.3, f.98: Satan binds the eyes of the Jews, from the Brevario del Amor by Ermengald de Bezieres (vellum) by Spanish School, (14th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid

Galahad alone could see the perfect beauty of the Holy Grail, c. 1925 (colour litho)
STC308567 Galahad alone could see the perfect beauty of the Holy Grail, c.1925 (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C. (d.1945) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Hydria with representation of Ulysses blinding Polyphemus the Cyclops, Cerveteri, Italy
LRI3900473 Hydria with representation of Ulysses blinding Polyphemus the Cyclops, Cerveteri, Italy, 450-400 BC (terracotta) by Etruscan, (5th century BC); Villa Giulia, Rome

Resurrection, detail of a Renaissance altarpiece (painted and gilded wood)
REV345866 Resurrection, detail of a Renaissance altarpiece (painted and gilded wood) by Spanish School, (16th century); Monasterio de Santa Maria de San Salvador, Canas

Krishna carried off by the Whirlwind Demon, from a Bhagavata Purana. c
FSG423097 Krishna carried off by the Whirlwind Demon, from a Bhagavata Purana. c.1520-30 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (16th century); 18.4x23.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Sheet of Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, Sacrifice at Lystra, and a Holy Family, c
2972691 Sheet of Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, Sacrifice at Lystra, and a Holy Family, c.1558 (pen & brown ink with brush, red chalk & brown wash on ivory laid paper) by Zuccaro

Krater with Odysseus blinding Polyphemus (ceramic)
702399 Krater with Odysseus blinding Polyphemus (ceramic) by Aristonothos (fl. c.650 BC); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Mythical Greek hero Odysseus and Polyphemus, a cyclops)

The Martyrdom of St. Christopher, c. 1450-56 (fresco)
ALG329481 The Martyrdom of St. Christopher, c.1450-56 (fresco) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); Ovetari Chapel, Eremitani Church, Padua

Transfiguration, from a facsimile of the Breviary of King Philip II of Spain
REV326686 Transfiguration, from a facsimile of the Breviary of King Philip II of Spain, 1569 (parchment) by Fuente del Saz, Julian (d.1601) & Leon

Resurrection, from a facsimile of the Breviary of King Philip II of Spain
REV326685 Resurrection, from a facsimile of the Breviary of King Philip II of Spain, 1569 (parchment) by Fuente del Saz, Julian (d.1601) & Leon

La Photographie, Nadar (1820-1910) le grand (
REV217574 La Photographie, Nadar (1820-1910) le grand (!!!... ), caricature from Le Journal amusant, 1861 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Grevin, Alfred (1827-1892) (after); Bibliotheque Forney

The Martyrdom of St. Christopher, detail of a man shot through the eye with an arrow, c
5943648 The Martyrdom of St. Christopher, detail of a man shot through the eye with an arrow, c.1450-56 (fresco) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); Ovetari Chapel, Eremitani Church, Padua

Rustam blinds Esfandiar with an arrow (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
873110 Rustam blinds Esfandiar with an arrow (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 34.4 x22.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Alcander a young man of Sparta attacking Lycurgus, from Hutchinson
3614271 Alcander a young man of Sparta attacking Lycurgus, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

Krater with Odysseus blinding Polyphemus (ceramic)
702397 Krater with Odysseus blinding Polyphemus (ceramic) by Aristonothos (fl. c.650 BC); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Mythical Greek hero Odysseus and Polyphemus, a cyclops)

Odysseus (or Ulysses) blinding the cyclops Polyphemus, from "
XEE3900472 Odysseus (or Ulysses) blinding the cyclops Polyphemus, from " Mythologie de la Jeunesse " by Pierre Blanchard, 1803 (hand-coloured engraving) by French School

Fr 606 f. 11 Ulysses piercing the eye of the Cyclops, from the Epitre d Othea
REV39133 Fr 606 f.11 Ulysses piercing the eye of the Cyclops, from the Epitre d Othea, by the Epitre Master, c.1406 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Resurrection of Christ, from the right wing of the Isenheim Altarpiece, c. 1512-16 (oil on panel) (detail of 17677)
XIR192908 The Resurrection of Christ, from the right wing of the Isenheim Altarpiece, c.1512-16 (oil on panel) (detail of 17677) by Grunewald

Gassed, an oil study, 1918-19 (oil on canvas)
CH256920 Gassed, an oil study, 1918-19 (oil on canvas) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 26.6x69.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

The Resurrection of Christ, from the right wing of the Isenheim Altarpiece, c. 1512-16 (oil on panel) (detail of 17677)
XIR183765 The Resurrection of Christ, from the right wing of the Isenheim Altarpiece, c.1512-16 (oil on panel) (detail of 17677) by Grunewald

A Minute after the Signal declaring the Land Open, Racing across the Boundary amid blinding Clouds of Dust (litho)
1063125 A Minute after the Signal declaring the Land Open, Racing across the Boundary amid blinding Clouds of Dust (litho) by English School

Conversion of Paul, ca. 1514. Creator: Hans Baldung
Conversion of Paul, ca. 1514

Plate 6: Ulysses driving a burning stake into Polyphemus eye, 1756

The Blinding of Elymas, dated 1516. dated 1516. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
The Blinding of Elymas, dated 1516

The Parent Bird Blinds the Prince in Revenge for the Death of her Young One, Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna, 18th century

Blinding of Elymas, c1810-c1844. Artist: Henry Corbould
Blinding of Elymas, c1810-c1844

The Conversion of the Proconsul, 1515-1516. Artist: Raphael
The Conversion of the Proconsul, 1515-1516. The Jewish sorcerer Elymas has just been struck blind by Paul because he tried to prevent Peter

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Franz Josef Glacier at dawn in New Zealand

Samson Delilah blinding
Samson and Delilah: blinding of Samson

ST. PAUL: CONVERSION. The conversion of St. Paul (Acts 9:3-5). Woodcut, c1508, by Hans Baldung Grien (c1485-1545)

A Preparatory Study Depicting The Miracle of Saint Paul, The Blinding of Elymas
XIR899233 A Preparatory Study Depicting The Miracle of Saint Paul, The Blinding of Elymas (oil on canvas) by Loir, Nicolas Pierre (1624-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Life of Christ, Transfiguration of Christ on Mount Tabor, preparatory study of tapestry
XIR414569 Life of Christ, Transfiguration of Christ on Mount Tabor, preparatory study of tapestry cartoon for the Church Saint-Merri in Paris

The Conversion of St. Paul, Acts 9: 1-6, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible
KW259172 The Conversion of St. Paul, Acts 9:1-6, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible, engraved by Ligny, 1866 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; French

ST. PAUL: CONVERSION. The conversion of St. Paul (Acts 9:3-5). Woodcut, c1508, by Hans Baldung Grien (c1485-1545)

CONVERSION OF SAINT PAUL. Fresco by Michelangelo in the Pauline Chapel in the Vatican, 1542-45

Syria / Damascus / Straight
Damascus: Straight (or Strait) Street, where St Paul stayed after his temporary blinding Date: 1880

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"Blinding: A Journey of Darkness and Revelation" In the realm of art, it has been depicted as a powerful symbol throughout history. From ancient Greek mythology to biblical stories, this captivating theme evokes a myriad of emotions and narratives. One such portrayal is "The Conversion of St. Paul or, The Road to Damascus, " an oil on canvas masterpiece that captures the transformative moment when Saul's sight was temporarily taken away before his spiritual awakening. This iconic painting serves as a reminder that sometimes we must lose our way in order to find our true purpose. Similarly, the late Archaic period Greek vase depicting the Blinding of Polyphemus showcases Odysseus' cunning strategy to escape from the Cyclops' clutches. It illustrates how darkness can be used as a weapon against those who underestimate its power. Moving forward in time, Ermengald de Bezieres' vellum artwork from the Brevario del Amor portrays Satan binding the eyes of Jews. This haunting image raises questions about manipulation and deception, reminding us to question what we see and seek truth beyond surface appearances. Engravings like "Voyage Chez Les Tetes-Plates" and "Le Royaume De Khiva" take us on journeys where cultural encounters lead to profound realizations. These visual narratives highlight how encountering different perspectives can open our eyes to new possibilities and challenge preconceived notions. Meanwhile, historical events are also captured through artistry; lithographs depict Zedekiah being blinded before his exile in Babylon in 586 B. C. , while engravings like "First Stage of Cruelty" by Hogarth expose mankind's capacity for brutality and callousness towards others. Yet amidst these tales of darkness lies hope - Galahad alone could see the perfect beauty of the Holy Grail despite others being blind to it. This vibrant lithograph reminds us that true enlightenment often requires a unique vision that transcends the limitations of the physical world.