Calvinist Collection

John Calvin 1509 To 1564. French Protestant Reformation Theologian. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

William Whitaker - 3
WILLIAM WHITAKER English Calvinist and controversialist, master of St Johns college, Cambridge. Date: 1548 - 1595

HUNGARY, Budapest: Castle Hill, Calvinist Church & Danube River / Evening

JOHN OWEN (1616-1683). English Puritan pastor and theologian. Oil on canvas, c1668, attributed to John Greenhill

LEMUEL HAYNES (1753-1833). American Revolutionary soldier and Congregational minister. Steel engraving, American, 1837

Tobias Andreae, 1725 (engraving)
2603646 Tobias Andreae, 1725 (engraving); (add.info.: Tobias Andreae (1604 - 1676) German Calvinist. Professor of philosophy at Groningen University

A nun from 'Philologus Hebraeo-Mixtus'
3331107 A nun from 'Philologus Hebraeo-Mixtus'; (add.info.: Illustration of a nun from 'Philologus Hebraeo-Mixtus' by Johann Leusden (1624-1699) a Dutch Calvinist theologian

Dr Abraham Kuijper, 1897
1577736 Dr Abraham Kuijper, 1897; (add.info.: Dr Abraham Kuijper (1837 - 1920), Dutch journalist, statesman and Calvinist theologian

A Solemn League and Covenant ...' for defence of religion in England, Scotland and Ireland
527981 A Solemn League and Covenant ...' for defence of religion in England, Scotland and Ireland. The Covenanters opposed the imposition of High Anglican rites

Frederick William III, 1770-1840, King of Prussia, c19th century. Creator: Anon
Frederick William III, 1770-1840, King of Prussia, c19th century

Portrait of Johannes Polyander à Kerckhoven, Professor of Theology in Leiden, 1700-1732. Creator: Arnoud van Halen
Portrait of Johannes Polyander a Kerckhoven, Professor of Theology in Leiden, 1700-1732

Coat of arms of Josephus Justus Scaliger, 1598. Creator: Anon
Coat of arms of Josephus Justus Scaliger, 1598

Prosperous Calvinist Family, 1627. Creator: Anon
Prosperous Calvinist Family, 1627. Other Title(s): Family Portrait

Jacob Revius. Creator: Jonas Suyderhoef
Jacob Revius

Abraham Heydan, n.d. Creator: Jonas Suyderhoef
Abraham Heydan, n.d

Spa Fields Chapel
Engaving depicting Spa Fields Chapel in 1781. Spa Fields Chapel, erected in 1777, was one of many founded by Selina Hastings, the Countess of Huntingdon

Cabinet. Antwerp (?). circa 1650. Detail. The paintings that decore the cabinet offers a Calvinist vision of concept of Love and Beauty, through a moralizing interpretation of Metamorphosis of Ovid

The Escape of Grotius, aka Hugo de Groot, Dutch humanist, diplomat, lawyer, theologian, poet and playwright. He was imprisoned in Loevestein Castle for his involvement in Calvinist disputes

Alexander Henderson, Scottish theologian (engraving)
5233673 Alexander Henderson, Scottish theologian (engraving) by Stodart, George J. (d.1884); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Henderson (c1583-1646)

The Interior of the Jesuit Church, Antwerp (oil on canvas)
6041469 The Interior of the Jesuit Church, Antwerp (oil on canvas) by Neefs, Pieter the Younger (1620-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: St)

Interview between Erasmus and Calvin, illustration from
621412 Interview between Erasmus and Calvin, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Calvin threatened in the church of Rive, illustration from
621420 Calvin threatened in the church of Rive, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Calvin refusing the Lords Supper to the Libertines, in St
621393 Calvin refusing the Lords Supper to the Libertines, in St. Peters Cathedral, Geneva, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, from James I and VI
997133 Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, from James I and VI, printed by Manzi Joyant & Co. Paris, 1904 (collotype) by Gheeraerts, Marcus

Portrait George Abbot, Archbisop of Canterbury, illustration from
745939 Portrait George Abbot, Archbisop of Canterbury, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub

Calvinist priests laying hands on a man, Switzerland
Two Calvinist priests laying hands on a man kneeling on a cushion, and woman of Zurich in mourning clothes, Switzerland, 16th century. Lutto di una Zurichese &c

Milk-vendor anabaptists of Basel, Switzerland, 16th century
Milk-vendor Anabaptists of Basel, Switzerland, 16th century. Anabattisti. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World

John Knox, from Effigies by Jacobus Verheiden, 1602 (engraving) (sepia photo)
STC347540 John Knox, from Effigies by Jacobus Verheiden, 1602 (engraving) (sepia photo) by Hondius, Hendrik I (1573-p.1649) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Knox (c.1514-1572)

John Calvin, French theologian and pastor of the Protestant Reformation (engraving)
3639081 John Calvin, French theologian and pastor of the Protestant Reformation (engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Calvin (1509-1564)

PROTESTANTS ROASTED
Henri II orders Calvinist protestants to be hanged and burned, lowering them on ropes into the fire, pulling them up again, and so on, until they are well and truly roasted Date: 1558

Jean Calvin (1509 - 1564), theologian and primary force in the Protestant Reformation
3519044 Jean Calvin (1509 - 1564), theologian and primary force in the Protestant Reformation, aged 53, 1562 (engraving) by Boyvin, Rene (1525-98); (add.info.: John Calvin)

The Interior of a Gothic Church with the Circumcision of Christ taking place in the Main
3928550 The Interior of a Gothic Church with the Circumcision of Christ taking place in the Main Aisle, c.1600 (oil on canvas) by Vredeman de Vries

John Knox preaching before the Lords of Congregation in the Cathedral of St
STC373622 John Knox preaching before the Lords of Congregation in the Cathedral of St. Andrews, 1559, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Wilkie

Frederick William, the Great Elector, at Fehrbellin (colour litho)
STC358114 Frederick William, the Great Elector, at Fehrbellin (colour litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederick William)

Calvin preaching his farewell sermon in expectation of banishment
621424 Calvin preaching his farewell sermon in expectation of banishment, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Calvin and Servetus before the Council of Geneva, illustration from
621423 Calvin and Servetus before the Council of Geneva, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Remonstrant baptism of African woman in Delft, 1794 (etching)
1765793 Remonstrant baptism of African woman in Delft, 1794 (etching) by Dutch School, (18th century); 18.3x26.7 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Calvin addressing the Council for the last time, illustration from
621428 Calvin addressing the Council for the last time, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Queen Kristina of Sweden (1626-89) Visiting Professor Saumaise (1588-1653
SNM128592 Queen Kristina of Sweden (1626-89) Visiting Professor Saumaise (1588-1653) 1794 (gouache on paper) by Lafrensen, Niclas II (1737-1807); 31x25 cm; National Museum, Stockholm

Calvin re-enters Geneva, illustration from The History of Protestantism
621421 Calvin re-enters Geneva, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub. 1878 (engraving) by English School

George Wishart, from a print in the possession of David Laing
621384 George Wishart, from a print in the possession of David Laing, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

The Interior of Saint Bavo, Haarlem, 1628 (oil on panel)
5242090 The Interior of Saint Bavo, Haarlem, 1628 (oil on panel) by Saenredam, Pieter Jansz (1597-1665); 38.7A--47.6 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; Dutch, out of copyright

Iconoclasm in a Church, 1630 (oil on panel)
1765855 Iconoclasm in a Church, 1630 (oil on panel) by Delen, Dirck van (1605-71); 50A--67 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info)

Calvin insulted by the Libertines on the Rhone Bridge, illustration from
621426 Calvin insulted by the Libertines on the Rhone Bridge, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

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Calvinist: A Legacy of Theological Reform and Religious Influence The term "Calvinist" traces its origins back to the influential French Protestant Reformation theologian, John Calvin (1509-1564). His ideas and teachings left an indelible mark on religious history. Born in France during a time of religious turmoil, Calvin became a prominent figure in the Protestant movement. He developed a comprehensive system of Christian theology known as Calvinism, which emphasized predestination and the sovereignty of God. His magnum opus, "Institutes of the Christian Religion, " remains one of the most significant theological works ever written. Across Europe and beyond, Calvin's ideas spread like wildfire, shaping not only religious thought but also political systems. In England, his influence extended to figures such as John Owen (1616-1683), an English Puritan pastor and theologian who ardently defended Calvinistic principles. Even today, remnants of this theological tradition can be found worldwide. From Budapest's Castle Hill with its iconic Calvinist Church overlooking the Danube River at dusk to Spa Fields Chapel in London where fervent sermons once echoed through its walls – these physical landmarks stand as testaments to the enduring impact of Calvinism. Beyond Europe's borders lies America's own connection to this theological heritage. Lemuel Haynes (1753-1833), an American Revolutionary soldier turned Congregational minister, exemplified how Calvinism shaped early American society. Artistic depictions further illustrate key moments in history influenced by this movement. Whether it is George Wishart protecting his would-be assassin or Anne du Bourg facing execution for her beliefs – these images capture both triumphs and tragedies that unfolded amidst religious upheaval. From 16th-century lithographs portraying John Calvin himself to copper engravings immortalizing John Owen centuries later – visual representations have preserved their legacies for generations to come.