Tower Of Babel Collection

BRUEGEL: TOWER OF BABEL. Building the Tower of Babel. Oil on panel by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, 1563

Tower of Babel (Genesis 11, 8)
Illustration of a Tower of Babel (Genesis 11, 8)

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Birs Nimrud, Babylon (engraving)
8635116 Birs Nimrud, Babylon (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birs Nimrud, Babylon. Illustration from Hellas)

The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis, XI, 7 (coloured engraving)
8649887 The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis, XI, 7 (coloured engraving) by Schnorr von Carolsfeld, Julius (1794-1872) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis, XI, 7)

The confusion of tongues (colour litho)
8652335 The confusion of tongues (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The confusion of tongues)

Tower of Babel (print)
5322627 Tower of Babel (print) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Construction of the Tower of Babel. After a 17th century print.).

Illustration for the "Turris Babel" by Athanasius Kircher, 1679. Creator: Decker, Coenraet (1650-1685)
Illustration for the "Turris Babel" by Athanasius Kircher, 1679. Found in the collection of the University Library Heidelberg

The Tower of Babel, c.1490. Creator: Anon
The Tower of Babel, c.1490

Middle East Ancient Map, Garden of Eden, 1675
This may appear to be a straightforward map of the Middle East. However, closer inspection will reveal some extraordinary details, a number of descriptions on the map refer to stories from the Bible

The Archers frieze from Darius I palace at Susa, c. 510-c. 500 BC. Artist: Assyrian Art
The Archers frieze from Darius I palace at Susa, c. 510-c. 500 BC. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris

Cars entering rock formations The Organ, Tower of Babel, Sheep rock and Three Gossips via Arches Scenic Drive road at dawn, Arches National Park, Utah, USA

The Tower of Babel - Bible
3784234 The Tower of Babel - Bible; (add.info.: The Tower of Babel. People beginning the construction of the Tower of Babel. Payne's Illustrated Family Bible)

Noah making wine, Drunkenness of Noah and the Tower of Babel, scenes from the Old Testament, cycle of mosaics of the central nave of the Cathedral of Monreale

Noah making wine, Drunkennes of Noah and the Tower of Babel, scenes from the Old Testament, part of the mosaic cycle on the walls of the central nave in the cathedral of Monreale Monreale Mosaic

Tower of Babel, Arches National Park, Utah, USA

Tower of Babel Rock Formation, Arches National Park, Moab, Utah, USA

Sheep Rock Tower of Babel Formations, Arches National Park, Moab, Utah, USA

Tower of Babel, Arches National Park, Moab, Utah, USA

The tower of Babel, c. 1490 (oil on panel)
7412162 The tower of Babel, c.1490 (oil on panel) by Anonymous; 20.5--17.9 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: anonymous artist Flemish artist)

Plan of the Tower of Babel seen from above. From Physique sacree, ou Histoire-naturelle de la Bible, 1732-1737
5617291 Plan of the Tower of Babel seen from above. From Physique sacree, ou Histoire-naturelle de la Bible, 1732-1737, by Johann Jakob Scheuchzer (1672 - 1733)

Plan of the Tower of Babel seen from the side, 18th century (engraving)
5617292 Plan of the Tower of Babel seen from the side, 18th century (engraving) by Scheuchzer, Johann Jakob (1672-1733); (add.info.: illustration from Physique sacree)

The Tower of Babel (colour litho)
5990759 The Tower of Babel (colour litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tower of Babel)

The confusion of tongues, a scence from the bible. The Tower of Babel in the background. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker

Black and white drawing of Tower of Babel
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Building the City and Tower of Babel (coloured engraving)
7153841 Building the City and Tower of Babel (coloured engraving) by Bendixen, Siegfried Detler (1786-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building the City and Tower of Babel)

Birs Nimrod, supposed remains of the Tower of Babel (engraving)
7192872 Birs Nimrod, supposed remains of the Tower of Babel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birs Nimrod, supposed remains of the Tower of Babel)

Construction of the Tower of Babel (engraving)
7172281 Construction of the Tower of Babel (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Construction of the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11)

The Birs Nemround, Babel, Jeremiah li (engraving)
7180869 The Birs Nemround, Babel, Jeremiah li (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Birs Nemround, Babel, Jeremiah li)

The Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on wood)
XAM345 The Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on wood) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 114x155 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: for details see 93768-69)

Building the city and Tower Of Babel (coloured engraving)
3648322 Building the city and Tower Of Babel (coloured engraving) by Bendixen, Siegfried Detler (1786-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building the city and Tower Of Babel)

Babel, the Dispersion of the Descendants of Noah (engraving)
5200481 Babel, the Dispersion of the Descendants of Noah (engraving) by Schnorr von Carolsfeld, Julius (1794-1872) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Babel)

La tour de Babel (engraving)
2814538 La tour de Babel (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La tour de Babel. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1867 2H)

The Tower of Babel (colour litho)
5226829 The Tower of Babel (colour litho) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tower of Babel.); © Look and Learn

A Babylonian temple (litho)
6004993 A Babylonian temple (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Babylonian temple)

Semiramis from Les Sept Merveilles du monde, c. 1639-40 (etching & engraving)
5049845 Semiramis from Les Sept Merveilles du monde, c.1639-40 (etching & engraving) by Vignon, Claude (1593-1670) (after); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The confusion of Tongues (coloured engraving)
2801034 The confusion of Tongues (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The confusion of Tongues)

Birs-Nimrud: supposed to be the Tower of Babel, Genesis, xi (engraving)
2809646 Birs-Nimrud: supposed to be the Tower of Babel, Genesis, xi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birs-Nimrud: supposed to be the Tower of Babel)

Building the Tower of Babel, Genesis, XI, 4 (engraving)
2809469 Building the Tower of Babel, Genesis, XI, 4 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building the Tower of Babel, Genesis, XI, 4)

The Tower of Babel, 1857 (stained glass)
3474742 The Tower of Babel, 1857 (stained glass) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); College Dining Hall, Bradfield, UK; (add.info.: Manufactured by James Powell & Sons)

The Great Pagoda of Tanjore, pub. C. 1812 (engraving)
2958358 The Great Pagoda of Tanjore, pub. C. 1812 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brihadishvara Temple to Shiva)

Ruines de la Tour de Babel vues du cote meridional (engraving)
3629641 Ruines de la Tour de Babel vues du cote meridional (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruines de la Tour de Babel vues du cote meridional)

The Confusion of Tongues, engraved by C. Maurino, c. 1868 (engraving)
OTB182330 The Confusion of Tongues, engraved by C. Maurino, c.1868 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Building of the Tower of Babel, Genesis, XI (engraving)
6002799 Building of the Tower of Babel, Genesis, XI (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building of the Tower of Babel, Genesis, XI)

Building the Tower of Babel (coloured engraving)
5203775 Building the Tower of Babel (coloured engraving) by Bendixen, Siegfried Detler (1786-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building the Tower of Babel)

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"The Tower of Babel: A Testament to Human Ambition and Divine Intervention" The iconic painting "Tower of Babel" by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, created in 1563, captures the grandeur and folly of mankind's pursuit for greatness. Inspired by the biblical story from Genesis 11:8, it depicts a towering structure reaching towards the heavens, symbolizing humanity's audacious attempt to challenge God. Bruegel's masterpiece is just one representation among many throughout history that have sought to portray this legendary tale. Another notable artwork is an oil on panel piece dating back to around 1490, showcasing the tower as a magnificent architectural marvel amidst a Middle Eastern landscape. Ancient maps also offer glimpses into how civilizations perceived this mythical edifice. One such map from 1675 portrays the Garden of Eden alongside depictions of ancient cities, including Babylon where the Tower of Babel was said to have been constructed. Archaeological discoveries shed light on ancient cultures' fascination with monumental structures. The Archers frieze found at Darius I palace in Susa showcases Assyrian art from between 510-500 BC and provides insight into their reverence for impressive architecture. Moving away from artistic interpretations, we encounter natural wonders reminiscent of the Tower of Babel. Arches National Park in Utah boasts rock formations resembling towers rising majestically against clear blue skies. These geological formations attract visitors who are captivated by nature's ability to create awe-inspiring spectacles akin to human endeavors. One cannot help but ponder upon mankind's ceaseless desire for progress and achievement when faced with these various representations. From Bruegel's painting capturing both our ambition and its consequences, through historical engravings illustrating detailed plans viewed from above or side perspectives - each portrayal serves as a reminder that even our most ambitious undertakings can be humbled by divine intervention or natural forces beyond our control.