Martin John Collection

Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon, 1816. Creator: John Martin
Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon, 1816

Scene from Opera, n.d. Creator: John Martin
Scene from Opera, n.d. Attributed to John Martin

Belshazzars Feast (First steel plate), June 1, 1826. Creator: John Martin
Belshazzars Feast (First steel plate), June 1, 1826

Fantastic Oriental Landscape, n. d. Creator: John Martin
Fantastic Oriental Landscape, n.d

Landscape with a Ruined Castle, 1819. Creator: John Martin
Landscape with a Ruined Castle, 1819

Destruction of the Pharoahs Host, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833

David Spareth Saul at Hachilah, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835

The Fall of Man, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831. Creator: John Martin
The Fall of Man, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831

The Creation, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831. Creator: John Martin
The Creation, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831

Moses and the Burning Bush, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833. Creator: John Martin
Moses and the Burning Bush, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833

Psalm CXXXVII, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835. Creator: John Martin
Psalm CXXXVII, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835

Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835

Adam and Eve Hearing the Judgement of the Almighty, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831

Seventh Plague, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833. Creator: John Martin
Seventh Plague, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833

The Expulsion, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831. Creator: John Martin
The Expulsion, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831

Fall of the Walls of Jericho, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1834. Creator: John Martin
Fall of the Walls of Jericho, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1834

The Covenant, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1832. Creator: John Martin
The Covenant, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1832

The Deluge, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831. Creator: John Martin
The Deluge, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1831

Belshazzars Feast, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835. Creator: John Martin
Belshazzars Feast, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835

The Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1832

The Fall of Babylon, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835. Creator: John Martin
The Fall of Babylon, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835

Christ Tempted in the Wilderness, 1824. Creator: John Martin
Christ Tempted in the Wilderness, 1824

The Destroying Angel, 1833. Creator: John Martin
The Destroying Angel, 1833

Fall of Nineveh, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835. Creator: John Martin
Fall of Nineveh, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1835

Moses Breaketh The Tables, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833 / 34. Creator: John Martin
Moses Breaketh The Tables, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833/34

The Daughter of Pharoah Finding the Infant Moses, from Illustrations of the Bible, 1833

The Covenant, c. 1843. Creator: Unknown
The Covenant, c. 1843

Macbeth, 1828. Creator: Thomas Goff Lupton
Macbeth, 1828

Frederic Thesiger, 1st Viscount Chelmsford, c1905?, (c1920). Creator: Martin Jacolette
Frederic Thesiger, 1st Viscount Chelmsford, c1905?, (c1920). Lord Chelmsford, who succeeded Lord Hardinge as Viceroy of India

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"Martin John: A Master of Biblical Artistry" Step into the captivating world of Martin John, a visionary artist who brought biblical stories to life through his extraordinary paintings. With each stroke of his brush, he transported viewers to ancient times, immersing them in epic tales and awe-inspiring landscapes. In "Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon, " painted in 1816, Martin John captured the dramatic moment when Joshua halted time itself. The sheer power emanating from Joshua's outstretched arm is palpable, as he commands the sun to obey his will. Another masterpiece by Martin John is "Belshazzar's Feast, " created on June 1, 1826. This steel plate painting depicts the decadent banquet where divine judgment loomed over Belshazzar and his kingdom. The intricate details and vivid colors transport us into this fateful night filled with fear and impending doom. Venturing beyond biblical narratives, it also delved into fantastical realms with works like "Fantastic Oriental Landscape. " In this mesmerizing piece, he conjured an enchanting vista that merges reality with imagination—a testament to his boundless creativity. "Landscape with a Ruined Castle, " painted in 1819, showcases Martin John's mastery of capturing both grandeur and desolation. The crumbling castle stands as a symbol of past glory now lost amidst nature's relentless march forward—an evocative reminder of transience and decay. Among his most renowned series are illustrations from the Bible—each one a visual feast for believers and art enthusiasts alike. From "The Destruction of Pharaoh's Host" to "David Spareth Saul at Hachilah, " these illustrations breathe new life into familiar tales while staying true to their essence. "The Fall of Man" transports us back to Eden as we witness Adam and Eve succumbing to temptation—a poignant portrayal that captures humanity's eternal struggle between desire and consequence.