Tower Of Babel Collection (page 3)

The tower of Nimrod from the ruins of Babylon
Illustration of a The tower of Nimrod from the ruins of Babylon

Illustration of a bible scene, Genesis 11, Tower of Babel

TOWER OF BABEL. Woodcut from Supplementum Chronicarum, Venice, 1490

The Building of the Tower of Babel, detail of the house of the Medicis surveying
XIR897207 The Building of the Tower of Babel, detail of the house of the Medicis surveying the construction work, 1468-84 (fresco) by Gozzoli, Benozzo di Lese di Sandro (1420-97); Camposanto, Pisa

Cartoon lampooning the disastrous experiment with paper money by the Scotsman John
XIR75715 Cartoon lampooning the disastrous experiment with paper money by the Scotsman John Law during his time as controller-general of French finances between January and May 1720 (engraving)

Salon of 1855. Prussian school. The Tower of Babel, by Guillaume de Kaulbach. Engraving

The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis 11: 7-9, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible
KW259075 The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis 11:7-9, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible, engraved by Maurand, 1866 (engraving) by Dore

Town detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel)
XOS1765524 Town detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Construction detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel)
XOS1765523 Construction detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Ship rigging detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel)
XOS1765521 Ship rigging detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Raft detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel)
XOS1765520 Raft detail from Tower of Babel, 1563 (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Belshazzars Feast (oil on canvas)
XYC127210 Belshazzars Feast (oil on canvas) by Martin, John (1789-1854); 77.5x120 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

TOWER OF BABEL, 1546. Italian ms. illumination, 1546

TOWER OF BABEL, 1375. Nimrod building the Tower of Babel: German ms. illumination, c1375

THE TOWER OF BABEL. 15th Century French manuscript illumination by Master Francois

TOWER OF BABEL. German woodcut, 17th century, by Marx Anton Hannas

TOWER OF BABEL. Woodcut from Supplementum Chronicarum, Venice, Italy, 1490

TOWER OF BABEL. The Building of the Tower of Babel: 13th century mosaic in Basilica of San Marco, Venice

Three Gossips and Courthouse Towers from La Sal mountain viewpoint, Arches National Park

Salon of 1855. Prussian school. The Tower of Babel, by Guillaume de Kaulbach. Engraving

Map featuring Mesopotamia and Tower of Babel, engraving
Cartography, Asia, 17th century. Map featuring Mesopotamia and the Tower of Babel. Engraving

Reconstruction of Tower of Babel according to Father Kirche, engraving by Gustave Le Bon
Gustave Le Bon, Early civilizations. Reconstruction of the Tower of Babel according to Father Kircher. Engraving, 1679

Reconstruction of temples and palaces along River of Babylon, engraving by Gustave Le Bon
Gustave Le Bon, Early civilizations. Reconstruction of the temples and palaces along the river of Babylon. Engraving, 1890

CJ3 3329 Arches vista
A grand view of some of the most defining features of Arches National Park, heep rock, Three Gossips, Tower of Babel, The Organ

CJ3 3318 Tower of Babel
Tower of Babel, Arches National Park, Utah, USA

Tower of Babel, historical artwork C017 / 6905
Tower of Babel. 19th-century artwork of the construction of the Tower of Babel. As told in the Book of Genesis in the Judaeo-Christian bible

Tower of Babel, 17th-century artwork C016 / 8933
Tower of Babel. 17th-century artwork of the construction of the Tower of Babel. As told in the Book of Genesis in the Judaeo-Christian bible

Kirchers Tower of Babel, 17th century
Kirchers Tower of Babel. 17th-century commentary on the Tower of Babel, by German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher (circa 1601-1680). This tower in Babylon was built to reach heaven

Courthouse Towers in Arches National Park, Utah, USA

DORÉ: TOWER OF BABEL. Colored engraving after Gustave Dor

TOWER OF BABEL. Copper engraving from a late 18th century English Bible

TOWER OF BABEL. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

Building the Tower of Babel, 14th century
Building the Tower of Babel. According to Genesis the people of the Earth built a tower to scale heaven. God intervened and punished them for their presumption by destroying the tower

Tower of Babel, Courthouse Towers, Arches National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

The Organ (right) and the Tower of Babel (left), Arches National Park, Utah, USA

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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.