Sapphira Collection

The Death of Sapphira. Creator: Unknown
The Death of Sapphira

The Death of Sapphira. Creator: Jan de Bisschop
The Death of Sapphira

Death of Sapphira, c. 1580. Creator: Ramey, Jean (ca 1530-1612)
Death of Sapphira, c. 1580. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Verviers

Then fell she down straightway at his feet, and yielded up the ghost, 19th century. Biblical scene, Acts 5: 10: Then fell she down straightway at his feet

ANNANIAS AND SAPPHIRA
Ananias and Sapphira, who like the other early Christians agree to share their goods, cheat : reproved by Peter, first Ananias dies of shame, then Sapphira

Death of Sapphira, n. d. Creator: Francoise Verdier
Death of Sapphira, n.d

Death of Sapphira (chromolitho)
5217859 Death of Sapphira (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Sapphira)

The Death of Sapphira, Acts V, 10 (engraving)
6005668 The Death of Sapphira, Acts V, 10 (engraving) by Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Sapphira, Acts V, 10)

The death of Ananias, and Saphira (engraving)
2791970 The death of Ananias, and Saphira (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Ananias, and Saphira)

Death of Sapphira, 1870 (litho)
3959740 Death of Sapphira, 1870 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ananias and his wife Sapphira sold their land but secretly withheld a portion of)

The Death of Ananias, 1754
3481090 The Death of Ananias, 1754 by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); (add.info.: The Death of Ananias (detail), 1515

The Punishment of Ananias and Sapphira, 1549. Creator: Augustin Hirschvogel
The Punishment of Ananias and Sapphira, 1549

Sapphira Punished by Death, 1608 / 1611. Creator: Jacques Callot
Sapphira Punished by Death, 1608/1611

The Punishment of Ananias and Sapphira, 1865. Artist: Harlamov, Alexei Alexeyevich (1840-1922)
The Punishment of Ananias and Sapphira, 1865. Found in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Academy, St. Petersburg

The Death of Sapphira, 1654-1656. Artist: Nicolas Poussin
The Death of Sapphira, 1654-1656. Sapphira and her husband Ananias were supposedly struck dead by God for dishonesty

The Parable of Ananias and Sapphira, Early 17th cen Artist: Visscher, Jan Claesz (c. 1550-1612)
The Parable of Ananias and Sapphira, Early 17th cen.. From a private collection

The Death of Sapphira, 1652. Artist: Nicolas Poussin
The Death of Sapphira, 1652. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Death Sapphira
Death of Sapphira

Jan de Bisschop, Dutch (1628-1671), The Death of Sapphira, brown wash with black and red chalk on laid paper

The Death of Sapphira, 1654-1656, Oil on canvas. Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665) French painter. Ananias and his wife Sapphira, were members of the early Christian Church in Jerusalem

The Death of Sapphira 1654-1656. Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665) French painter. Oil on canvas

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"Sapphira: A Tale of Deception and Divine Retribution" In the 19th century, a tragic event unfolded that would forever be etched in history - the story of Sapphira. Alongside her husband Ananias, they became infamous for their deceitful actions, leading to their untimely demise. The artwork depicting this fateful event is hauntingly captivating. Francoise Verdier's portrayal captures the moment when Sapphira falls at his feet, life slipping away from her grasp. The chromolitho version vividly portrays the death with its vibrant colors and attention to detail. Engravings by various artists further immortalize this cautionary tale. Acts V, 10 engraving showcases the dramatic scene where Sapphira meets her end. Another engraving titled "The Death of Ananias and Saphira" emphasizes the consequences faced by both individuals for their treachery. Lithographs like "Death of Sapphira" in 1870 evoke a sense of sorrow as we witness her punishment unfold before our eyes. Nicolas Poussin's masterpiece from the 17th century depicts an intense moment during which divine justice prevails over human greed. Augustin Hirschvogel's work from 1549 reminds us that dishonesty will never go unpunished. Jacques Callot's creation in 1608/1611 portrays a powerful image being punished by death itself – a chilling reminder that lies have dire consequences. Harlamov's painting from 1865 serves as a stark reminder that no one can escape divine retribution for their misdeeds. Each piece of art tells its own story but collectively reinforces the timeless moral lesson behind Ananias and Sapphira’s downfall - honesty should always prevail over deceit. Sapphira may not be remembered for virtuous deeds, but her story serves as a reminder to us all.