Continuous Narrative Collection

17294, fol 448 St. George killing Dragons (vellum)
REV115371 17294, fol 448 St. George killing Dragons (vellum) by English School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: for the Duke of Bedford; ); English, out of copyright

Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Jewish Pawnbroker Roasting the Consecrated
ALG80442 Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Jewish Pawnbroker Roasting the Consecrated Host in the Fire Which Streams with Blood Arousing the Attention of the Bailiffs who Batter Down

The Presentation of the Virgin, detail from Stories of Virgin, by Taddeo Gaddi (ca 1300-1366), 1328-1338 (fresco)
ALI408318 The Presentation of the Virgin, detail from Stories of Virgin, by Taddeo Gaddi (ca 1300-1366), 1328-1338 (fresco) by Gaddi, Taddeo (c.1300-66); Baroncelli Chapel, Church of Santa Croce

Trajan (98-117) Addresses the Army, a cast taken from Trajans Column, AD 113 (plaster) (b / w photo)
ALI149576 Trajan (98-117) Addresses the Army, a cast taken from Trajans Column, AD 113 (plaster) (b/w photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Museo della Civilta Romana, Rome, Italy; Alinari

Cupid and Psyche - Palace Green Murals - Psyche receiving the Casket from Proserpine
BIR185882 Cupid and Psyche - Palace Green Murals - Psyche receiving the Casket from Proserpine, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Burne-Jones

The Story of Jacob and Esau, detail from the original panel from the East Doors of
BAT170515 The Story of Jacob and Esau, detail from the original panel from the East Doors of the Baptistery, 1425-52 (gilt bronze) (post restoration) by Ghiberti

St. Francis Preaching to the Birds and Blessing Montefalco, 1452 (fresco)
ALI228898 St. Francis Preaching to the Birds and Blessing Montefalco, 1452 (fresco) by Gozzoli, Benozzo di Lese di Sandro (1420-97); San Francesco, Montefalco

Jesus Opens the Eyes of a Man Born Blind, 1311 (tempera on panel) (detail of 188963)
BBC188965 Jesus Opens the Eyes of a Man Born Blind, 1311 (tempera on panel) (detail of 188963) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); National Gallery, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

King Abimelech Restores Sarah to her Husband, Abraham, 1580 (tapestry weave, wool & silk)
DAY235406 King Abimelech Restores Sarah to her Husband, Abraham, 1580 (tapestry weave, wool & silk) by Geubels, Frans (c.1520-85); 421.6x469.9 cm; The Dayton Art Institute, Dayton, Ohio

Jesus Opens the Eyes of a Man Born Blind, 1311 (tempera on panel) (detail of 188963)
BBC188964 Jesus Opens the Eyes of a Man Born Blind, 1311 (tempera on panel) (detail of 188963) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); National Gallery, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

Detail from the Column of Marcus Aurelius (Colonna Antonina), AD 180-196 (marble) (b / w photo)
ALI149573 Detail from the Column of Marcus Aurelius (Colonna Antonina), AD 180-196 (marble) (b/w photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Piazza Colonna, Rome, Italy; Alinari

The Story of David, painted tabletop, 1534 (oil on panel)
PWI93875 The Story of David, painted tabletop, 1534 (oil on panel) by Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-50); 128x131 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; German, out of copyright

Cosroe uses the power of the cross to invoke the adoration from his people and Heraclius Dream
ALI79355 Cosroe uses the power of the cross to invoke the adoration from his people and Heraclius Dream and his Victory over Cosroe, c.1380 (fresco) by Gaddi, Agnolo (c.1350-96); Santa Croce

The Story of Jacob and Esau, original panel from the East Doors of the Baptistery
BAT170513 The Story of Jacob and Esau, original panel from the East Doors of the Baptistery, 1425-52 (gilt bronze) (post restoration) by Ghiberti

Scenes Story Argonauts ca 1465 Tempera wood gilt ornaments
Artokoloro

Scenes Story Argonauts Tempera wood gilt ornaments
Artokoloro

Battle between the Novgorodians and Suzdalians (tempera on panel)
BAL244850 Battle between the Novgorodians and Suzdalians (tempera on panel) by Russian School, (15th century); State Russian Museum, St

The Sermon on the Mount, from the Sistine Chapel, c. 1481-83 (fresco)
XIR173538 The Sermon on the Mount, from the Sistine Chapel, c.1481-83 (fresco) by Rosselli, Cosimo (1439-1507); Vatican Museums and Galleries

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"Continuous Narrative: Unfolding Tales in Art" Art has long been a powerful medium for storytelling, and one technique that artists have employed to convey complex narratives is continuous narrative. This artistic approach allows multiple events or moments from a story to be depicted within a single composition, creating a visual timeline that unfolds before our eyes. One remarkable example can be found in "The Story of Cain and Abel: The Sacrifice. " Crafted as an original panel from the East Doors of the Baptistery between 1425-52, this gilt bronze masterpiece captures three pivotal scenes. First, we witness the brothers offering their sacrifices. Then, tragedy strikes as Cain murders Abel out of jealousy. Finally, God banishes Cain as punishment for his heinous act. Another captivating artwork showcasing continuous narrative is "St. George killing Dragons. " Executed on vellum in 17294 folio 448, this mesmerizing piece depicts St. George's heroic battle against fearsome dragons across different stages of their encounter. The artist skillfully portrays the intensity and progression of the fight through meticulous details. In contrast to these dynamic compositions, we find "The Beheading of German Nobles, " which showcases continuous narrative through its intricate marble relief on the Column of Marcus Aurelius dating back to AD 180-196. In this black-and-white photograph capturing a detail from the column, we witness various episodes where German nobles meet their tragic fate at Roman hands during battles. Sometimes controversial themes are explored using continuous narrative techniques as seen in "Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Jewish Pawnbroker Roasting the Consecrated. " This thought-provoking artwork reveals multiple instances depicting sacrilege committed by a Jewish pawnbroker towards consecrated elements while challenging societal beliefs and prejudices prevalent during its time. Religious stories also frequently feature in works utilizing continuous narrative such as Taddeo Gaddi's fresco, "The Presentation of the Virgin.