Phylactery Collection

Phylactery (engraving)
3634599 Phylactery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phylactery. A phylactery is a band which was worn by the ancients, the Jews especially)

A Jerusalemite Shepherd Winding the Phylacteries for the Hand, 1895 (w / c on paper)
DRE144440 A Jerusalemite Shepherd Winding the Phylacteries for the Hand, 1895 (w/c on paper) by Haag, Carl (1820-1915); 35x24.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Historiated initial C depicting The Prophet Daniel in a Landscape, c
MMT215650 Historiated initial C depicting The Prophet Daniel in a Landscape, c.1471 (vellum) by Martino di Giorgio da Modena (fl.1471); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

A Rabbi tying the Phylacteries to the arm of a boy (oil on canvas)
STC172909 A Rabbi tying the Phylacteries to the arm of a boy (oil on canvas) by ObermAoller, Franz (1869-1917); Private Collection; (add.info)

Roundel of the prophet Isaiah (stained glass)
BAL7928 Roundel of the prophet Isaiah (stained glass) by English School, (15th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Puer natus est nobis; Unto us a son is born; ); English

Annunciation, panel from the Church San Andres of Tortura
REV345844 Annunciation, panel from the Church San Andres of Tortura, late 15th century-early 16th century (painted wood) by Spanish School; Museo diocesano de Arte Sacro, Vitoria-Gasteiz

Ms. 230 fol. 57 Monk Preaching on Imitation, from Sermons sur la Passion et Traites
XIR171017 Ms.230 fol.57 Monk Preaching on Imitation, from Sermons sur la Passion et Traites Divers by Jean de Gerson (1363-1429) (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale

Engraving of a tree in the work Arbor Scientiae (Science Tree) copy printed in Barcelona in 1505 by Pere Posa, encyclopaedia written between 1295 and 1296 by the philosopher, theologian

Cover of Llibre de les dones (Book of the women) where the Franciscan Eiximenis is depicted writing the book, copy printed in Barcelona in 1495, written in 1396 by Eixemenis, engraving

Annunciation, sculpture group in marble representing the Archangel Gabriel and the Virgin Mary, the last third of the 14th century

Boys laying the phylacteries, Jews Free School, Stepney, London, 1908
Boys strapping on phylacteries, Jews Free School, Stepney, London, 1908. A class of boys wearing caps sit at their desks with phylacteries

Rabbi, 1892, Artist: Jan Styka (1858-1925)
Rabbi, 1892. The Rabbi wears the Tefillin (phylactery), a black leather cube containing four Torah texts

Phylacterys head arm letter shin Deut X 13-21
Phylacterys for head & arm. The one with letter shin for the head. Deut. X 13-21, Exodus XIII 1-16 inclusive; Quotation contained in phylactery for the arm. Deut. VII 4-9. 1934, Middle East

The Rabbi, 1892. Artist, Jan Styka (1858-1925)
The Rabii wears the Tefillin (Phylactery), black leather cube containing four Tora texts. Jan Styka (1858-1925). Oil on canvas. Private collection

Moliere Fountain, Serious Comedy, 1844 (marble) (detail) (see also 189432, 346525)
XIR346524 Moliere Fountain, Serious Comedy, 1844 (marble) (detail) (see also 189432, 346525) (b/w photo) by Pradier, James (Jean-Jacques) (1790-1852); height: 250 cm; Paris

Moliere Fountain, Light Comedy, 1844 (marble) (detail) (see also 189432, 346524)
XIR346525 Moliere Fountain, Light Comedy, 1844 (marble) (detail) (see also 189432, 346524) (b/w photo) by Pradier, James (Jean-Jacques) (1790-1852); height: 250 cm; Paris

Death, left hand panel from the Triptych of Earthly Vanity and Divine Salvation, c
XIR279482 Death, left hand panel from the Triptych of Earthly Vanity and Divine Salvation, c.1485 (oil on panel) (b/w photo) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); 20.2x12.8 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts

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"Unveiling the Mysteries: Exploring the Phylactery through Art and History" Delve into the enigmatic world of phylacteries, as we embark on a captivating journey through time and diverse artistic expressions. From St. John the Baptist's ethereal depiction in tempera on panel from around 1500 to Magnus Eriksson's vellum-bound National Law Codes dating back to c. 1450, these artifacts offer glimpses into the multifaceted nature of this ancient object. Intriguingly, an oil-on-wood masterpiece titled "Sacred Conversation" transports us to 1508, where religious figures engage in profound dialogue while surrounded by symbols of faith. Meanwhile, an intricately engraved phylactery reveals meticulous craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Witnessing a Jerusalemite shepherd winding phylacteries for his hand in a watercolor painting from 1895 reminds us of how this sacred item transcends borders and cultures. Similarly, a historiated initial C showcases The Prophet Daniel amidst breathtaking landscapes—a testament to how art intertwines with spirituality throughout history. The significance of phylacteries extends beyond mere representation; it comes alive in everyday life as well. An oil-on-canvas artwork portrays a Rabbi tying these symbolic bands onto the arm of a young boy—an intimate moment steeped in tradition and heritage. Even stained glass windows pay homage to this timeless relic, such as the roundel featuring Isaiah—the prophet who foretold great things—adding splendor and spiritual depth within architectural spaces like churches. Beyond visual arts lies literature; within panels from San Andres Church's Annunciation or Ms. 230 fol. 57 Monk Preaching on Imitation emerges thought-provoking narratives that explore themes surrounding imitation and devotion—themes closely intertwined with phylacteries' essence. Not limited to traditional mediums alone, even engravings find their place among the phylactery's narrative.