Book Of Kings Collection

Illustration of a bible scene, 2 Kings 12, Temple of Solomon is repaired by King Josiahs men

Kay Khusraw Welcomed by his Grandfather, Kay Kaus, King of Iran (Manuscript illumination from the ep Artist)
Kay Khusraw Welcomed by his Grandfather, Kay Kaus, King of Iran (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi). Found in the collection of The David Collection

Elijah claiming the Hospitality of the Widow of Zarephath (engraving)
5218466 Elijah claiming the Hospitality of the Widow of Zarephath (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Prophet Elisha and the Shunamite Woman, 1602-1658. Creator: Adriaen van Nieulandt
The Prophet Elisha and the Shunamite Woman, 1602-1658

Mounted warriors, leaf from a Shahnama, 741 AH/AD 1341. Creator: Unknown
Mounted warriors, leaf from a Shahnama, 741 AH/AD 1341. Page from a dispersed illustrated and illuminated manuscript of Firdawsi's Shahnamah (Book of kings)

King Khusraw and Barbad, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500. Creator: Unknown
King Khusraw and Barbad, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500

Meeting of Two Generals, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500. Creator: Unknown
Meeting of Two Generals, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500

Meeting of Warriors, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1625. Creator: Unknown
Meeting of Warriors, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1625

Piruz advises Nushzad not to rebel against Anushirvan (image 1 of 5), c1560. Creator: Unknown
Piruz advises Nushzad not to rebel against Anushirvan (image 1 of 5), c1560

The Battle between Bahram Chubina and Sava Shah (image 2 of 9), c1560. Creator: Unknown
The Battle between Bahram Chubina and Sava Shah (image 2 of 9), c1560

Zahhak Enthroned with the Two Daughters of Jamshid, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama... c1615 Creator: Unknown
Zahhak Enthroned with the Two Daughters of Jamshid, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1615

Manuscript of the Tarcuma-Shahnama (Book of Kings) (image 2 of 3), Late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript of the Tarcuma-Shahnama (Book of Kings) (image 2 of 3), Late 16th century

Manuscript of the Tarcuma-Shahnama (Book of Kings) (image 3 of 3), Late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript of the Tarcuma-Shahnama (Book of Kings) (image 3 of 3), Late 16th century

Gorgin Leads Bishan Astray, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1623. Creator: Unknown
Gorgin Leads Bishan Astray, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1623

King Khusraw Anushirvan Enthroned: Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama... 741 A.H. (A.D. 1341)
King Khusraw Anushirvan Enthroned: Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi, 741 A.H. (A.D. 1341)

Elijah fed by the ravens, 1634. Creator: Workshop of Roelant Savery
Elijah fed by the ravens, 1634

Hormuz Forces His High Priest to Eat Poisoned Food... c1485-1495. Creators: Unknown, Ferdowsi
Hormuz Forces His High Priest to Eat Poisoned Food, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi, Iran, Shiraz, c1485-1495. Hormuz (Hormozd IV, r)

A King Enthroned on a Terrace, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 18th century. Creator: Unknown
A King Enthroned on a Terrace, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 18th century

Raksh Saves Rustam from a Lioness, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1500. Creator: Unknown
Raksh Saves Rustam from a Lioness, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1500

Rustam Slays the White Div, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1608. Creator: Unknown
Rustam Slays the White Div, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1608

The Wedding of Zal and Rudaba, page from a manuscript of the Shahnama... between 1425 and 1450
The Wedding of Zal and Rudaba, page from a manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi, between 1425 and 1450

Battle Scene and Text (recto), Text (verso), Folio from a Shahnama (Book of... early 17th century. Creator: Unknown)
Battle Scene and Text (recto), Text (verso), Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), early 17th century

Giv fights Lahhak and Farshidvard, 1494/A.H. 899. Creator: Unknown
Giv fights Lahhak and Farshidvard, 1494/A.H. 899

Firdawsi Receiving Wages in a Bathhouse... between c1550 and c1575. Creator: Unknown
Firdawsi Receiving Wages in a Bathhouse, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) (image 2 of 2), between c1550 and c1575

Bizhan Brings Back the Head of Human, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1494. Creator: Unknown
Bizhan Brings Back the Head of Human, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1494

Rustam Approaching the Tents of King Kubad... between 1550 and 1575. Creators: Unknown, Ferdowsi
Rustam Approaching the Tents of King Kubad; Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi (image 2 of 5), between 1550 and 1575

Jeroboam Sacrificing to the Idols, c.1704-c.1744. Creator: Jacques Ignatius de Roore
Jeroboam Sacrificing to the Idols, c.1704-c.1744. Jeroboam, the King of Israel, enjoined his people to idolatry to prevent their contact with the Kingdom of Judah

The Prophet Elijah Awakened in the Desert by an Angel, 1624-1625. Creator: Giovanni Lanfranco
The Prophet Elijah Awakened in the Desert by an Angel, 1624-1625

Biblical Scene, c.1645-c.1669. Creator: Unknown
Biblical Scene, c.1645-c.1669. Copy after Gottfried Kneller. (Previously attributed to Ferdinand Bol)

The Ascension of Elijah, 1627. Creator: David Colijns
The Ascension of Elijah, 1627

The Prophet Elijah with the Widow of Zarephath and her Son, 1650-1672. Creator: Abraham Van Dyck
The Prophet Elijah with the Widow of Zarephath and her Son, 1650-1672. Earlier ascribed to Barent Fabritius (1624-1673), Carel Fabritius (1622-1654) and Nicolaes Maes (1634-1693)

Elisha Mocked by the Little Children, c.1625-c.1630. Creator: Roeloff van Zijl
Elisha Mocked by the Little Children, c.1625-c.1630. Attributed to Roeloff van Zijl

The Brazen Serpent. Creator: Jacopo Tintoretto
The Brazen Serpent

Elijah's Sacrifice, 1645. Creator: Bartholomeus Breenbergh
Elijah's Sacrifice, 1645

The Disobedient Prophet, 1793. Creator: Benjamin West
The Disobedient Prophet, 1793

Elijah in the Wilderness. Creator: Herman van Swanevelt
Elijah in the Wilderness

Qaran slays Barman. (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi), ca 1523-1530. Creator: Anonymous
Qaran slays Barman. (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi), ca 1523-1530. Found in the collection of the The Sarikhani Collection

Elisha Watching Elijah Ascend in the Fiery Chariot, 1750/1755. Creator: Pietro Antonio Novelli
Elisha Watching Elijah Ascend in the Fiery Chariot, 1750/1755

The prophet Elijah and scenes from his life, c.1700. Creator: Bulgarian School
The prophet Elijah and scenes from his life, c.1700

The prophet Elijah and scenes from his life, c.1700. Creator: Bulgarian School
The prophet Elijah and scenes from his life, c.1700

The Bowman, frontispiece from The Epic of Kings, Stories Retold from Firdusi, 1882. Creator: Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
The Bowman, frontispiece from The Epic of Kings, Stories Retold from Firdusi, 1882

Battle Between Iranians and Turanians, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1562-83

The Battle between Khosrow II and Bahram Chobin, 1440. Artist: Iranian master
The Battle between Khosrow II and Bahram Chobin, 1440. From a private collection

The Queen of Sheba and King Solomon (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi. Artist: Iranian master)
The Queen of Sheba and King Solomon (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi. Found in the collection of The David Collection

Elijah raises the widow's son from the dead, 1807-1818. Creator: Ferdinand Wolfgang Flachner
Elijah raises the widow's son from the dead, 1807-1818

Elijah nourished by an Angel, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665402 Elijah nourished by an Angel, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Elijah nourished by an Angel. Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

The sacrifice of Elijah, ca. 1653. Creator: Luca Giordano
The sacrifice of Elijah, ca. 1653

Elias and Enoch Descend from Heaven, from a Quindecim signa extremi judicii diem... ca. 1465-1475. Creator: Anon
Elias and Enoch Descend from Heaven, from a Quindecim signa extremi judicii diem praecedentia (Antichrist and the Fifteen Signs) blockbook, 1st edition, ca. 1465-1475

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"Book of Kings: A Visual Journey through Ancient Tales" Step into the world of ancient kings and legendary battles with the captivating "Book of Kings. " This enchanting collection of illustrations brings to life the stories from biblical scriptures and epic tales, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of different civilizations. One striking image portrays a bible scene, where King Josiah's men diligently repair the majestic Temple of Solomon in 2 Kings 12. The intricate details captured by an Iranian master artist transport us back in time, allowing us to witness this momentous restoration firsthand. Another awe-inspiring illumination showcases Kay Khusraw's warm welcome by his grandfather, Kay Kaus, the mighty King of Iran. The vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes bring out the grandeur and opulence that surrounded these royal figures. In contrast, we are taken to a battlefield where King Ahab meets his tragic fate at the hands of an enemy archer. This dramatic illustration from Volume 1 of Dore Bible (1866) evokes a sense of sorrow and loss as we witness this pivotal event unfold before our eyes. The divine intervention is beautifully depicted when Elijah is nourished by an angel in another mesmerizing artwork from Dore Bible (1866). The ethereal glow surrounding them transports us into a realm where miracles happen amidst chaos and despair. A breathtaking masterpiece captures Khosrow II locked in battle with Bahram Chobin; their fierce determination leaps off the canvas created by yet another talented Iranian master artist. It serves as a testament to their artistic prowess while immortalizing this historical clash for generations to come. Moving on to Shahnameh-inspired artistry, we encounter an exquisite manuscript illumination depicting Queen Sheba's visitation upon wise King Solomon. The delicate strokes showcase their regal splendor against a backdrop filled with intrigue and wisdom. Religious devotion takes center stage as Luca Giordano presents "The Sacrifice of Elijah, " a powerful portrayal of faith and obedience.