Biblical Art

Sharing biblical artworks and references to their stories in the Bible.

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The Crucifixion by Georges Rouault
Date: 1937-1938

The Crucifixion is a central theme in Christian art. His unique style conveys the agony and sacrifice of Christ on the cross, inviting contemplation on the profound theological significance of this event.

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The Adoration of the Magi by Paolo Veronese
Date: 1573

Veronese's painting portrays the visit of the Three Wise Men to the infant Jesus. Found in Matthew 2:1-12.

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The Last Judgment by James Tissot
Date: 1886

Shows the final judgment of souls, separating the righteous from the unrighteous (Matthew 25:31-46).

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Saint Dorothy by Francisco de Zurbarán
Date: 1640-1645

Illustrates Saint Dorothy, a Christian martyr who refused to renounce her faith.

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The Gates of Paradise by Lorenzo Ghiberti
Date: 1425-1452

Bronze doors with ten relief panels depicting scenes from the Old Testament.

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Adam and Eve by Lucas Cranach the Elder
Date: 1526

Depicts the biblical story of the creation of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. (Genesis 2:7-25)

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The Adoration of the Magi by Edward Burne-Jones
Date: 1888

Burne-Jones's illustration shows the Magi offering gifts to the infant Jesus. Found in Matthew 2:1-12.

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Saint Francis of Assisi by Francisco de Zurbarán
Date: 1632-1634

Shows Saint Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan Order, known for his love of poverty and nature.

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Madonna with Saint Giovannino by Domenico Ghirlandaio
Date: c. 1485

Virgin Mary holds infant Jesus, mysterious figure looks on.

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St. Stephen by Lorenzo Ghiberti
Date: Unknown

Bronze sculpture of St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr.

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The Descent from the Cross by Hans Holbein the Younger
Date: c. 1521

Depicts the sorrowful scene of taking down Jesus' body from the cross (John 19:38-42).

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Madonna and Child with Saints by Pompeo Batoni
Date: c. 1760

Features the Virgin Mary with the infant Jesus surrounded by other saints, a common subject in Christian art.

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The Temptation of Christ by Hans Holbein the Younger
Date: 1524-1526

Portrays Jesus' temptations in the wilderness after his baptism (Matthew 4:1-11).

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Christ Crucified by Diego Velázquez
Date: 1632

Velázquez's powerful painting depicts the crucifixion of Jesus. Found in various gospel accounts (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John).

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The Last Words of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius by Eugene Delacroix
Date: 1844

Represents the dying Roman emperor contemplating the transience of life and the afterlife, with Christian themes of mortality and spirituality.

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The Glory of St. Dominic by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Date: 1723-1725

Depicts St. Dominic receiving a crown from the Holy Trinity (Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua).

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Saint Margaret of Antioch by Artemisia Gentileschi
Date: c. 1620

A portrayal of Saint Margaret, a virgin martyr who is often depicted with a dragon, symbolizing her triumph over evil.

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The Last Supper by Domenico Ghirlandaio
Date: 1480

Ghirlandaio's fresco portrays the Last Supper, Jesus' final meal with his disciples before his crucifixion. Found in Matthew 26:17-30.

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Saint Christopher by Konrad Witz
Date: c. 1440

Portrays Saint Christopher carrying the Christ Child.

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The Ascension of Christ by Domenico Ghirlandaio
Date: 1486

Ghirlandaio's artwork illustrates Jesus' ascension into heaven after his resurrection. Found in Acts 1:9-11.