27 Museum of biblical art 1

Below are paintings from our Museum of biblical art app, with some history on the same. We touch briefly on the subject matter and the paintings history and where it can be viewed in the world.

1. Bloch Christ Tempted Matt 4:1-11

Bloch - Christ Tempted

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Carl Heinrich Bloch (1834-1890) was a Danish painter known for his religious and biblical artworks.

"Christ Tempted" by Carl Bloch is a painting that depicts the scene described in Matthew 4:1-11, where Jesus is tempted by Satan in the wilderness. The painting portrays Jesus as the central figure, with Satan standing before him, presenting him with the temptations. The scene is set in a barren landscape, emphasizing the isolation and spiritual struggle Jesus faces during this time. The painting is part of a larger series of paintings titled "The Life of Christ," which Bloch worked on from 1859 to 1866. These paintings were commissioned for the King's Oratory at Frederiksborg Palace in Denmark and are now displayed at the Frederiksborg Museum.


2. Anthony Van Dyck Kiss of Judas Matt 26:47-56

2. Anthonis - Kiss of Judas Matt 26:47-56

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Anthony van Dyck (1599-1641) was a Flemish Baroque painter known for his exceptional skills in portraiture. While van Dyck was primarily recognized for his portraits of nobility and influential figures, he also worked on religious and biblical subjects, including the "Kiss of Judas" based on Matthew 26:47-56.

Van Dyck's painting of the "Kiss of Judas" depicts the moment when Judas Iscariot betrays Jesus with a kiss, leading to Jesus' arrest. The scene typically includes a group of soldiers, with Judas prominently positioned as he approaches Jesus to identify him. Van Dyck's rendition of the subject is characterized by his attention to detail, dramatic lighting, and emotional intensity.

3. Eugene Alexis Girardet Flight to Egypt Matt 2:13-21

Eugene Alexist Girardet- Flight to Egypt

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Eugene Alexis Girardet (1853-1907) was a Swiss painter known for his works that often depicted historical and biblical scenes. He was part of a family of artists, including his father Paul Girardet and his brother Jules Girardet, who were also renowned painters.

One of his notable works is the painting titled "Flight to Egypt," based on the biblical account found in Matthew 2:13-21. This passage describes the event where Joseph, Mary, and the baby Jesus flee to Egypt to escape King Herod's order to kill all male infants in Bethlehem.

In Girardet's painting, the focus is on the Holy Family's journey, with Joseph leading the way, carrying a lantern to guide them through the night. Mary is depicted sitting on a donkey, holding the baby Jesus securely. The landscape and setting often feature desert or nighttime scenes to emphasize the perilous nature of their escape and the need for divine protection.

Girardet's painting style typically encompassed detailed realism, capturing the emotions and expressions of the figures, as well as the surrounding landscape and atmosphere. He often paid great attention to historical accuracy and the cultural context of the scenes he depicted.

The painting s likely held in a private collection.


4. Alesandro Magnsaco  The Entombment of Christ John 19:38-42

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Alessandro Magnasco's The Entombment of Christ is a painting that depicts the moment after Jesus's crucifixion, when his body is being taken down from the cross and prepared for burial. The painting is full of dramatic contrasts, with the dark figures of the mourners set against the pale light of the sky. The scene is also full of movement, as the figures rush to prepare Jesus's body for burial. It was painted in the early 17th century, and is now in the collection of the Galleria Nazionale di Parma in Italy.

The painting is based on the Gospel of John, chapter 19, verses 38-42. In these verses, John recounts how Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus took Jesus's body down from the cross and wrapped it in linen cloths. They then placed the body in a tomb that had been hewn out of the rock.

Magnasco's painting captures the emotional turmoil of the moment. The mourners are shown weeping and wailing, as they come to terms with the death of Jesus. The painting also conveys a sense of urgency, as the mourners rush to prepare Jesus's body for burial before nightfall.

The painting is a powerful depiction of the aftermath of Jesus's crucifixion. It captures the grief and sorrow of the mourners, as well as the urgency of the moment. The painting is also a reminder of the importance of Jesus's death and resurrection.

5. Tissot Jesus goes up alone onto a mountain to pray Matt 14:23

3. Tissot - Jesus goes up alone onto a mountain to pray Matt 14:23

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James Tissot (1836-1902), is a French painter and illustrator known for his extensive series of biblical illustrations. One of his notable works depicts the scene described in Matthew 14:23, where Jesus goes up alone onto a mountain to pray.

In Tissot's painting, titled "Jesus Goes Up Alone onto a Mountain to Pray," he captures the serene and contemplative moment of Jesus seeking solitude in prayer. The painting often shows Jesus standing surrounded by a tranquil landscape. Tissot's attention to detail and his ability to convey a sense of peace and spiritual reflection are evident in this work.

6. Repin Christ tempted Matt 4:1-11

6. Repin - Christ tempted

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 Ilya Repin's Christ Tempted by the Devil is a painting that depicts the three temptations of Jesus as described in the Gospel of Matthew. The painting shows Jesus standing on a rocky cliff, with the devil appearing to him in the form of a man. The devil is offering Jesus bread, power, and glory, but Jesus resists each temptation. 

7. Carl Bloch  Christ our consolation Matt 28:1-10

7. Carl Bloch - Christ our consolation Matt 28:1-10

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The painting depicts Jesus Christ appearing to his disciples after his resurrection. Jesus is standing in a garden, and the disciples are kneeling before him. Jesus is holding out his hands to the disciples, and his face is filled with compassion. The painting is a beautiful and moving depiction of the Resurrection, and it offers a message of hope and consolation to all who see it.

Bloch was a Danish painter who lived from 1834 to 1890. He was a prolific painter, and he produced over 2,000 works in his lifetime. He is best known for his paintings of biblical scenes, and Christ Our Consolation is one of his most famous works.

8. Brown Jesus washes Peters feet John 13:1-17

8. Brown - Jesus washes Peters feet John 13:1-17

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The painting depicts Jesus washing the feet of his disciple Peter. Jesus is kneeling before Peter, and he is pouring water from a basin onto Peter's feet. Peter is sitting on a chair, and he is looking up at Jesus with a mixture of surprise and disbelief. The painting is a beautiful and moving depiction of the humility of Jesus, and it offers a message of service to all who see it.

Brown was an English painter who lived from 1821 to 1893. He was a member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and he was known for his realistic paintings of biblical scenes. Jesus Washing Peter's Feet is one of his most famous works.

9. Mironov Christ and the rich young ruler Mark 10:17-27

9. Mironov - Christ and the rich young ruler Mark 10:17-27

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The painting depicts Jesus Christ meeting with a rich young ruler who asks him how to inherit eternal life. Jesus tells the young man that he must keep the commandments, but the young man insists that he has already done so. Jesus then tells him that he must sell all of his possessions and give the money to the poor, and then follow him. The young man is shocked by this, and he goes away sad.

Nesterov Mironov was a Russian painter who lived from 1862 to 1942. He was a member of the Miriskusstva (World of Art) movement, and he was known for his paintings of religious and historical subjects. Christ and the Rich Young Ruler is one of his most famous works.

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