Mandorla Collection

Central nave portal of the narthex, tympanum depicting Christ Enthroned, c.1125 (photo) (detail of 105648)
PWI105649 Central nave portal of the narthex, tympanum depicting Christ Enthroned, c.1125 (photo) (detail of 105648); Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Vezelay

Central nave portal of the narthex, with tympanum depicting Christ Enthroned c.1125 (photo) (for detail see 105649)
PWI105648 Central nave portal of the narthex, with tympanum depicting Christ Enthroned c.1125 (photo) (for detail see 105649); Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Vezelay

The Conception of the Virgin. Creator: School of Pinturicchio
The Conception of the Virgin, Unknown date

The Ornate Priors Door at Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambridgeshire. A twelfth-century carved door way connected the Cathedral to the medieval cloister

Monastery of San Juan de la Pena. Pantheon of the Nobles. Detail of an relief depicting two angels raising the soul of the deceased in mandorla. At the bottom, Epiphany. Aragon. Spain

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Apocalypse Tapestry or Apocalypse of Angers, 1375-80 (tapestry)
CUL4925598 Apocalypse Tapestry or Apocalypse of Angers, 1375-80 (tapestry) by Bataille, Nicolas (fl. 1363-1400); 155x262 cm; Chateau d'Angers

Christ in Majesty flanked by seraphim and symbols of the Evangelists, apse fresco from San Climente in Taull (Tahull)
IND91212 Christ in Majesty flanked by seraphim and symbols of the Evangelists, apse fresco from San Climente in Taull (Tahull) Catalonia, c.1123 (fresco) by Master of Tahull

Nativity with the Annunciation and the Eternal among angels and cherubs, Church of St. Francis, 1503 (fresco)
6204280 Nativity with the Annunciation and the Eternal among angels and cherubs, Church of St. Francis, 1503 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Museo di San Francesco, Montefalco, Perugia

Ms Hunter 229 f. 16r Christ in Majesty with the Symbols of the Evangelists, from the Hunterian Psalter, c
GUL175497 Ms Hunter 229 f.16r Christ in Majesty with the Symbols of the Evangelists, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School

Beatrice and Dante
" Beatrice and Dante rising to the fifth heaven. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Seated Buddhas, bodisattva (Samantabhadra) with elephant... Period of Division, 386-535
Seated Buddhas, bodisattva (Samantabhadra) with elephant, and other figures, Period of Division, 386-535

Seated Buddha with figures, Period of Division, possibly 386-535. Creator: Unknown
Seated Buddha with figures, Period of Division, possibly 386-535

Standing bodhisattvas with monks, Pratyekabuddhas, lions... Period of Division, 557-581
Standing bodhisattvas with monks, Pratyekabuddhas, lions, and apasaras, Period of Division, 557-581

Two standing bodhisattvas, Period of Division, Dated 563 CE. Creator: Unknown
Two standing bodhisattvas, Period of Division, Dated 563 CE

Standing Maitreya Buddha, Period of Division, 539. Creator: Unknown
Standing Maitreya Buddha, Period of Division, 539

Standing Buddha, Period of Division, ca. 550-577. Creator: Unknown
Standing Buddha, Period of Division, ca. 550-577

Statuette: Buddhist trinity, Period of Division, 556. Creator: Unknown
Statuette: Buddhist trinity, Period of Division, 556

Seated Shijia Buddha (Shakyamuni), Period of Division or modern, Dated 549 CE, or possibly modern

Buddhist tablet, Period of Division, Dated 574 CE. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist tablet, Period of Division, Dated 574 CE

Seated figure of the Buddha Sakyamuni in high relief, Period of Division, 534-550

Seated Buddha with bodhisattvas, lions, and figures, Period of Division, possibly 534-557

Statuette: Avalokiteshvara (Kuan yin), Period of Division, 520. Creator: Unknown
Statuette: Avalokiteshvara (Kuan yin), Period of Division, 520

Relief statuette of seated Buddha with nine miniature Buddhas around in low relief on wide mandorla, Period of Division, 5th century

Seated Buddha with a standing monk, Tang dynasty, first half 8th century

Buddhist tablet: standing figure in high relief; right hand missing, Period of Division, Dated 551 CE

Seated Buddha (Shakyamuni) with standing bodhisattvas, Period of Division, Dated 549 CE

Possibly Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), Period of Division, 561. Creator: Unknown
Possibly Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), Period of Division, 561

Fragment of Guanyin of Eleven Heads, Tang dynasty, 703. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of Guanyin of Eleven Heads, Tang dynasty, 703

Stele with Bodhisattva Maitreya (Mile); reverse with Buddha Vairochana (Pilushena), Northern Zhou dynasty, 557-581

The Virgin of Guadalupe (oil on canvas)
CH440507 The Virgin of Guadalupe (oil on canvas) by Mexican School, (18th century); 83.5x61.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La Virgen de Guadalupe; may be attr)

Virgin of Guadalupe (oil on canvas)
CH438755 Virgin of Guadalupe (oil on canvas) by Enriquez, Nicolas (fl.1730s-80s); 208x125 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Virgen de Guadalupe; ); Photo eChristies Images; Mexican, out of copyright

The Anastasis (tempera on panel)
CH397452 The Anastasis (tempera on panel) by Greek School, (17th century); 47x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ trampling the gates of hell; resurrected figures of the Just people of)

Christ in Majesty, detail of the face (marble) (see also 162694)
REV346178 Christ in Majesty, detail of the face (marble) (see also 162694) by French School, (11th century); St. Sernin, Toulouse, France; (add.info.: Christ en majeste)

The Strozzi Altarpiece, 1357 (panel) (detail of 72246)
BAT75596 The Strozzi Altarpiece, 1357 (panel) (detail of 72246) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian, out of copyright

The Ascension of Christ, detail of Christ and musician angels, upper right section
PWI90822 The Ascension of Christ, detail of Christ and musician angels, upper right section, 1495-98 (oil on panel) (detail of 89700) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon

An Angel with a Censer, no. 18 of the Apocalyspe of Angers, 1373-87 (tapestry)
XIR243420 An Angel with a Censer, no.18 of the Apocalyspe of Angers, 1373-87 (tapestry) by Bataille, Nicolas (fl. 1363-1400); Musee des Tapisseries, Angers, France; French, out of copyright

Christ with two angels and scenes from the life of St. Etienne
NUL245275 Christ with two angels and scenes from the life of St. Etienne, from the north door (stone) by French School, (12th century); Cathedral of St

Madonna del Latte, 1478 (marble)
BEN138696 Madonna del Latte, 1478 (marble) by Rossellino, Antonio (1427-79); Santa Croce, Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Plaque depicting Christ blessing (gold & champleve enamel)
XIR228522 Plaque depicting Christ blessing (gold & champleve enamel) by Spanish School, (12th century); Museo Lazaro Galdiano, Madrid, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

Scenes from the Life of Christ (fresco)
MAE172181 Scenes from the Life of Christ (fresco) by French School, (12th century); Church of St. Martin, Vic, Berry, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Tabernacle, detail showing the Death and Assumption of the Virgin, 1359 (stone)
BEN85037 Tabernacle, detail showing the Death and Assumption of the Virgin, 1359 (stone) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Orsanmichele Church and Museum, Florence, Tuscany

Ms 558 f. 67v St. Dominic surrounded by musician angels, detail from a Missal
BAT88938 Ms 558 f.67v St. Dominic surrounded by musician angels, detail from a Missal, early 1430s (vellum) (detail of 88937) by Angelico

The Last Judgement, c. 1305 (fresco)
BEN65227 The Last Judgement, c.1305 (fresco) by Giotto (Giotto di Bondone) (c.1266-1337); Scrovegni (Arena) Chapel, Padua, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Ms 330 f. 3 The Last Judgement with self portrait of the illuminator rescued by his
FIT63364 Ms 330 f.3 The Last Judgement with self portrait of the illuminator rescued by his guardian angel, from a psalter, c.1240 (vellum) by Brailes, William de (fl.c.1230); Fitzwilliam Museum

Christ Pantocrator (tempera on panel)
RIK127638 Christ Pantocrator (tempera on panel) by Russian School (19th century); 31.5x26.6 cm; Private Collection; eRichard and Kailas Icons, London, UK; Russian, out of copyright

Ms L. A. 139-Lisboa fol. 28 The 7th angel blowing his trumpet
XJL195850 Ms L.A. 139-Lisboa fol.28 The 7th angel blowing his trumpet and the 24 Elders worshipping God, from the Gulbenkian Apocalypse, c.1265-70 (vellum) by English School

Assumption of the Virgin (oil on panel)
BRN195814 Assumption of the Virgin (oil on panel) by American School; The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; (add.info)

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"Mandorla: A Window into Sacred Art and Symbolism" Discover the captivating world of mandorlas, intricate artistic motifs that have adorned various religious masterpieces throughout history. From the Monastery of San Juan de la Pena to Ely Cathedral's Ornate Priors Door, these symbolic designs have left an indelible mark on cultural heritage. In Spain's Catalonia region, Puigbo showcases a remarkable altar frontal from St. Clement of Tahull's Church. Crafted during the Romanesque period, it mesmerizes with its divine beauty and meticulous details. The Pantocrator by the Master o (52646) at the Church of St. Clement of Tahull transports us to another realm as we gaze upon this awe-inspiring masterpiece. Its serene depiction leaves us in contemplation of Christ's omnipotence. Moving forward in time, we encounter the Apocalypse Tapestry or Apocalypse of Angers (1375-80). This tapestry unravels a vivid narrative filled with apocalyptic imagery that has fascinated viewers for centuries. San Climente in Taull (Tahull), Catalonia presents an exquisite fresco depicting Christ in Majesty flanked by seraphim and symbols of the Evangelists (c. 1123). The vibrant colors and skillful brushstrokes evoke a sense of divinity within every stroke. Crossing continents, we find ourselves enchanted by The Virgin of Guadalupe (18th century), a Mexican artwork radiating devotion and spiritual significance. Its delicate craftsmanship serves as a testament to faith transcending borders. Delving deeper into religious iconography, panel four from Santissima Annunziata's Silver Treasury reveals The Last Judgement (c. 1450-53). Through tempera on panel technique, this piece captures both fear and hope intertwined within humanity's final reckoning. Another portrayal emerges through c. 1360-80 fresco titled "The Last Judgement.