Old Testament Collection

MILTON: PARADISE LOST. Satan bids the rebellious angels who had fallen with him into the fiery abyss to take courage and rise again together (Book 1, lines 344-5)

Miriam, 1862. Creator: Feuerbach, Anselm (1829-1880)
Miriam, 1862. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The Fall of the Damned, c. 1620. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Fall of the Damned, c. 1620. Found in the Collection of Alte Pinakothek, Munich

The visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon, 1890. Artist: Poynter, Edward John (1836-1919)
The visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon, 1890. Found in the collection of the Art Gallery of New South Wales

BEARDSLEY: SALOME. The Black Cape. Pen-and-ink drawing by Aubrey Vincent Beardsley for Oscar Wildes Salome

Map of ancient Palestine kingdoms of Judah and Israel
Map of Phoenicia and Judea in the time of King Solomon, 10th century BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Daniel in the Lions Den, 1872, (1917). Artist: Briton Riviere
Daniel in the Lions Den, 1872, (1917). Painting held at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

Ancient and Modern Jerusalem Map Engraving
Engraved illustration of Ancient and Modern Jerusalem Map Engraving from The Popular Pictorial Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, Published in 1862. Copyright has expired on this artwork

The Adoration of the Christ Child. Creator: Unknown
The Adoration of the Christ Child. (ca. 1515)

The Entry of the Animals into Noahs Ark, 1613. Found in the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

The Deluge. Artist: Court, Joseph-Desire (1797-1865)
The Deluge. Found in the collection of Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon

Illustration of four priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant and crossing the River Jordan

The Infant Samuel, c1776, (1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
The Infant Samuel, c1776, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, (Cassell and Company, London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Judith, 1901. Artist: Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918)
Judith, 1901. Found in the collection of the Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna

Peaceable Kingdom, ca. 1830-32. Creator: Edward Hicks
Peaceable Kingdom, ca. 1830-32

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, 1562. Artist: Bruegel (Brueghel), Pieter, the Elder (ca 1525-1569)
The Fall of the Rebel Angels, 1562. Found in the collection of the Musees royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels

Travels of The Apostle Paul Map Engraving
Engraved illustration of the Travels of The Apostle Paul Map Engraving from The Popular Pictorial Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, Published in 1862

WAR IN HEAVEN, 1480. War in Heaven - the Beast (Revelation XII, 7-10 and Revelation XIII): woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

KING DAVID PLAYING HARP. Miniature illumination, France, late 13th century

Esther before Ahasuerus. Creator: Artemisia Gentileschi
Esther before Ahasuerus

ELISHA: SHE-BEARS. Two she-bears destroying the children who mocked Elisha (II Kings 2: 23, 24)
ELISHA: SHE-BEARS. Two she-bears destroying the children who mocked Elisha (II Kings 2:23, 24). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

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

Manuscript Leaf with Opening of The Book of Nehemias, from a Bible, French, ca. 1280-1300. Artaxerxes kneels before the king receiving permission to make a journey

Judith and Holofernes, c. 1621. Artist: Gentileschi, Artemisia (1598-1653)
Judith and Holofernes, c. 1621. Found in the collection of the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Wanderings of the Israelites Map Engraving
Engraved illustration of Wanderings of the Israelites Map Engraving from The Popular Pictorial Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, Published in 1862. Copyright has expired on this artwork

JUDGEMENT OF SOLOMON. (1 Kings 3: 24-27). Wood engraving, 19th century, after Gustave Dor

Passover ritual as begun in ancient Egypt
Jewish family marking their home with lambs blood for the first Passover. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Antique Map - Biblical Palestine
Antique Map from 1864 of Biblical Palestine

The Creation of Adam painting by Michelangelo on ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
Vintage masterpiece painting of The Creation of Adam. Painted by Michelangelo on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, circa 1511a'1512

Jews crossing the Jordan River with the Ark of the Covenant
Hebrews carrying the Ark of the Covenant across the Jordan River into the Promised Land. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Idolatry of King Solomon. Artist: Conca, Sebastiano (1680-1764)
The Idolatry of King Solomon. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Jacob Blessing Ephraim and Manasseh, 1656. Artist: Rembrandt van Rhijn (1606-1669)
Jacob Blessing Ephraim and Manasseh, 1656. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Kassel

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1660. Artist: Giordano, Luca (1632-1705)
The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1660. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

The Last Judgment (Winged Altar), Early 15th cen Artist: Angelico, Fra Giovanni, da Fiesole (ca. 1400-1455)
The Last Judgment (Winged Altar), Early 15th cen.. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Moses descending from Mount Sinai with the tablets of the law (Ten Commandments), 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Moses descending from Mount Sinai with the tablets of the law (Ten Commandments), 1866. From The Bible (Exodus 5.35)

Construction of the Temple at Jerusalem by King Solomon, 15th century. Solomon directs proceedings from a balcony. From Les antiquities Judaiques (Antiquities of the Jews)

Historical map of Palestine with the twelve tribes of Israel. Colored steel engraving, published in 1886

KING DAVID (d. 973 B. C. ). King of Judah and Israel. David and Goliath (I Samuel 17: 49, 51)
KING DAVID (d. 973 B.C.). King of Judah and Israel. David and Goliath (I Samuel 17: 49, 51). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

ASMODEUS. Asmodeus, the biblical demon of anger and lust (Tobit, 3: 8). Wood engraving, French, 19th century
ASMODEUS. Asmodeus, the biblical demon of anger and lust (Tobit, 3:8). Wood engraving, French, 19th century

MILTON: PARADISE LOST. Satan, wounded in a bitter single combat with the Archangel Michael, falls to the ground (Book 6, lines 327-8). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

Sponsa De Libano, 1891, (c1930). Creator: Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones
Sponsa De Libano, 1891, (c1930). The North and South Winds blow on the Bride of Lebanon. The lilies symbolise her virginity

Saint Michael Vanquishing Satan. Artist: Maffei, Francesco (ca 1600-1660)
Saint Michael Vanquishing Satan. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Illustration of a bible scene, 2 Kings 12, Temple of Solomon is repaired by King Josiahs men

Illustration of a bible scene, Exodus 35-36, Tabernacle, God instructs Moses to build a house of prayer for the wandering Israelites

Europe, Italy, Rome. Michelangelos masterpiece sculpture, Pieta (1499). St. Peters Basilica (aka Basilica di San Pietro), Vatican City

ICON: ABRAHAM & ANGELS. Abraham and Sarah serving the three angels in the grove of Mamre (Genesis 18: 1-15): Byzantine icon, late 14th century

Creation of the heaven and earth
God creating the world by compass. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a manuscript of the 1400s

Ten Commandments delivered by Moses
Moses giving the tablets with the Ten Commandments to the people of Israel. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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"The Old Testament: A Journey through Ancient Stories and Artistic Masterpieces" Step back in time as we explore the captivating world of the Old Testament, a collection of ancient stories that have shaped civilizations for centuries. From majestic paintings to intricate illustrations, these artistic masterpieces bring to life the tales that have inspired faith, wonder, and contemplation. In "The Visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon, " artist Edward John Poynter transports us to a momentous encounter between two legendary figures. The richness of colors and attention to detail immerse us in this royal meeting filled with intrigue and cultural exchange. Pieter Paul Rubens' "The Fall of the Damned" takes us on a harrowing journey into darkness. With its dramatic composition and powerful brushstrokes, this painting depicts the consequences faced by those who defy divine authority—a haunting reminder of moral choices. Joseph-Desire Court's "The Deluge" captures the biblical cataclysm with breathtaking realism. As torrents pour down from an angry sky, humanity grapples with its own frailty against nature's wrath—an allegory for our eternal struggle between hubris and humility. Briton Riviere's "Daniel in the Lions Den" portrays unwavering faith amidst perilous circumstances. Through skillful use of light and shadow, Riviere invites us into Daniel's den where courage triumphs over fear—a testament to resilience even when surrounded by adversity. A map showcasing ancient Palestine reveals kingdoms long gone but not forgotten—Judah and Israel—reminding us how geography shapes history while igniting curiosity about distant lands steeped in tradition. Anselm Feuerbach's portrayal of Miriam transports us back to biblical times. Her serene countenance reflects her pivotal role as a prophetess leading her people towards freedom—a symbol of strength amidst oppression. Pieter Bruegel (Brueghel) presents "The Fall of Rebel Angels" in a mesmerizing display of chaos and divine retribution.