Halo Collection (page 4)

THE VISITATION. Illumination from a Gospel, early 11th century, Salzburg

St Melito / Burghers
SAINT MELITO Bishop of Sardis, theologian Date: FL 170

Apollo (Tooke)
The bow testifies to his status as god of archery, the lyre to his patronage of the arts : his halo identifies him as the Roman equivalent of the Greek Sun-god HELIOS

Loyola Praying / Holl
IGNATIUS LOYOLA Spanish Saint, founder of Society of Jesus (Jesuits), in an attitude of prayer

La Madonna della Rondine, after 1490 (oil and egg tempera on wood)
XCF267451 La Madonna della Rondine, after 1490 (oil and egg tempera on wood) by Crivelli, Carlo (c.1430/35-1495); 150.5x107.3 cm; National Gallery, London

The Archangel Gabriel, detail from the chapel interior (fresco)
XIR162360 The Archangel Gabriel, detail from the chapel interior (fresco) by Byzantine, (11th Century); Cathedral of St. Sophia, Kiev, Ukraine; out of copyright

2018 Australian GP
MELBOURNE GRAND PRIX CIRCUIT, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 24: Stoffel Vandoorne, McLaren, in cockpit during the Australian GP at Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit on March 24, 2018 in Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit

Mediterranean sunset I
Tal Paz-Fridman

Call me
Gigi Rosado

Madonna and Child with Angels (chromolitho)
8656855 Madonna and Child with Angels (chromolitho) by Correggio, (Antonio Allegri) (c.1489-1534) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madonna and Child with Angels)

God the Falther and the dove of Holy Spirit, c.1920 (stained glass)
8714251 God the Falther and the dove of Holy Spirit, c.1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany)

The Holy Family, c1920 (stained glass)
8714224 The Holy Family, c1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany. Young Jesus, Virgin Mary, Joseph the carpenter)

The Adoration of the Magi, 1304-06 (fresco)
8794453 The Adoration of the Magi, 1304-06 (fresco) by Giotto (Giotto di Bondone) (c.1266-1337); Scrovegni Chapel (Cappella degli Scrovegni), Padua

Details of the portal of the cathedral St Lawrence (photo)
8766836 Details of the portal of the cathedral St Lawrence (photo) by Radovan (fl.1240); (add.info.: Details of the relief of the West portal of the cathedral of St)

Characters of the old testament (low relief)
8617830 Characters of the old testament (low relief); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Characters of the old testament)

Characters of the old testament (low relief)
8617829 Characters of the old testament (low relief); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Characters of the old testament)

Characters of the old testament (low relief)
8617827 Characters of the old testament (low relief); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Characters of the old testament)

The Virgin Mary and Lazarus, 14th century (manuscript)
5306090 The Virgin Mary and Lazarus, 14th century (manuscript); (add.info.: From an Armenian Christian illustrated manuscript); Universal History Archive/UIG

Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail
7209649 Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail.; Hotel Dieu, Beaune, France; (add.info.: Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, Cote)

Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail
7209647 Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail.; Hotel Dieu, Beaune, France; (add.info.: Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, Cote)

The Nativity, c.1457 (oil, tempera and gold on wood panel)
XOS5873614 The Nativity, c.1457 (oil, tempera and gold on wood panel) by Ferrer, Jaume (fl.1430-1461); 187.3x139.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Saint Agatha, c.1500 (oil and gold on panel)
5860851 Saint Agatha, c.1500 (oil and gold on panel) by Vergos, Rafael (active 1492-1505); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: By Raphael or Rafael Vergos)

The Holy Spirit, c1920 (stained glass)
8714227 The Holy Spirit, c1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany. A white dove representing the Holy Spirit)

Christ and the apostles, 8th century (fresco) (detail)
BEN138680 Christ and the apostles, 8th century (fresco) (detail); Santa Sofia, Benevento, Campania, Italy; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Visitation, c.760 (fresco) (see 138680 & 138686)
BEN138687 Visitation, c.760 (fresco) (see 138680 & 138686); Santa Sofia, Benevento, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: meeting of Mary and Elizabeth;); Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Princess and attendant in trompe l'oeil window, c.1765 (opaque w/c and gold on paper)
XOS5874007 Princess and attendant in trompe l'oeil window, c.1765 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Khan, Aqil (active mid-1700s); 12.5x7.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Madonna and Child, c. 1400 (oil and gilding on wood panel)
XOS5880693 Madonna and Child, c. 1400 (oil and gilding on wood panel) by Starnina, Gherardo (c.1354-1409/13); 80.5x53.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Jesus Christ and St John the Baptist (chromolitho)
8656845 Jesus Christ and St John the Baptist (chromolitho) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus Christ and St John the Baptist)

Angel Playing a Musical Instrument (chromolitho)
8656080 Angel Playing a Musical Instrument (chromolitho) by Angelico, Fra (c.1387-1455) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Angel Playing a Musical Instrument)

the Pieta of the Virgin Mary holding the dead Christ, c.1820
3666106 the Pieta of the Virgin Mary holding the dead Christ, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the Pieta of the Virgin Mary holding the dead Christ)

illustration showing Saint Simon and Saint Paul
3666073 illustration showing Saint Simon and Saint Paul.; (add.info.: French 19th century, coloured woodblock illustration showing Saint Simon and Saint Paul.); Universal History Archive/UIG

woodcut illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus
3666111 woodcut illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus; (add.info.: 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666103 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

illustration, showing the Virgin Mary with sacred heart, c.1820
3666102 illustration, showing the Virgin Mary with sacred heart, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the Virgin Mary with sacred heart)

French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary
3666098 French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary; (add.info.: French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary.); Universal History Archive/UIG

St Augustine of Hippo (350-430), 19th century (engraving)
531885 St Augustine of Hippo (350-430), 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: one of great Fathers of early Christian church. Converted 386, bishop of Hippo 396)

St Margaret of Antioch (Greek - St Marina) 3rd century virgin martyr, standing on Devil in form of dragon
535079 St Margaret of Antioch (Greek - St Marina) 3rd century virgin martyr, standing on Devil in form of dragon. 19th century (french woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG

Representation of St. Martin Bishop of Tours (c.316-c.400), who founded the first monastery in France at Liguge near
535068 Representation of St. Martin Bishop of Tours (c.316-c.400), who founded the first monastery in France at Liguge near Poitiers c.360, giving military cloak to a beggar

The true relic of Saint Lawrence, miniature painting from the period of Philip II of Spain (1527-1598)
AIS5371882 The true relic of Saint Lawrence, miniature painting from the period of Philip II of Spain (1527-1598), 16th century (painting); Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Madrid

Decorated lettering with Saint John the Baptist holding the lamb, 15th century (miniature)
AIS5391472 Decorated lettering with Saint John the Baptist holding the lamb, 15th century (miniature); Archivo de la Corona de Aragon, Barcelona

Saint Thecle of Iconium (1st century AD) near Saint Paul, 13th century (marble)
AIS5377885 Saint Thecle of Iconium (1st century AD) near Saint Paul, 13th century (marble); Cathedral of Pamplona, Navarre, Spain; © Iberfoto

"In Praise of the Mother of God" late 16th century (tempera on wood)
8766538 "In Praise of the Mother of God" late 16th century (tempera on wood) by Russian School (16th century); Ikonenmuseum, Frankfurt

Christ and the widow; Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3666142 Christ and the widow; Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Christ and the widow; Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

SAN LORENZO Martyr (225 August 10, 258), c.1900 (chromolithograph)
6203182 SAN LORENZO Martyr (225 August 10, 258), c.1900 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: SAN LORENZO Martyr (225 August 10, 258)

Collegiate church. Interior. High altar. Painting. Franciscan friar praying in the woods
6267505 Collegiate church. Interior. High altar. Painting. Franciscan friar praying in the woods (Franciscano en oracion en el bosque). Oil on copper

the penitent Saint Mary Magdalene
3666076 the penitent Saint Mary Magdalene, ; (add.info.: French 19th century, coloured woodblock illustration showing the penitent Saint Mary Magdalene, who)

The Annunciation, c.1920 (stained glass)
8714238 The Annunciation, c.1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany)

Apparition at Fatima, c.1930 (illustration)
8698369 Apparition at Fatima, c.1930 (illustration); (add.info.: Religion. Catholic religion. Marian apparition at Fatima to the three young sheperds, Portugal, 1917)

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"Halo: A Divine Symbol of Light and Majesty" The halo, a timeless symbol of divinity and enlightenment, has adorned religious icons throughout history. From the Greek Orthodox icon of Christ's resurrection in Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, to the depiction of The Holy Trinity in the 1420s, this celestial aura transcends borders and continents. Intricately painted with tempera on panel during the Renaissance period by skilled artists like William Holman Hunt, halos became synonymous with heavenly radiance. They illuminated figures such as The King of Kings and embodied Jesus as The Light of the World in his c1851-1853 masterpiece. Not limited to Christianity alone, halos also found their place in other faiths. An ancient Coptic art piece from Egypt showcases Christ alongside Abbott Mena on a wooden canvas dating back to the 7th century AD. Meanwhile, Hindu gods Krishna and Rada are depicted with divine halos in India. Even beyond religious contexts, halos continue to inspire awe-inspiring artwork worldwide. In Geneva's Taize icon or Kopan monastery's portrayal of Manjushri - the deity embodying knowledge - these radiant circles serve as a visual representation of spiritual enlightenment. Halos have stood the test of time as symbols that transcend cultures and beliefs. Whether it be St. Teresa of Avila immortalized on canvas or early 12th-century frescoes adorning Bet Maryam Church in Lalibela; they remind us that there is something greater than ourselves – an ethereal light guiding our path towards higher realms. As we gaze upon these sacred depictions across centuries and continents alike, let us remember that within each halo lies not only divine majesty but also an invitation for us all to seek illumination within ourselves – becoming beacons amidst darkness just like those depicted throughout history.