Old Testament Figures in Art

Old Testament Figures in Art
Author: Chiara De Capoa
Publsiher: Getty Publications
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2003
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 0892367458

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Throughout the Middle Ages, sacred Christian art had two objectives: to express veneration for God and to provide illustrative lessons on the Christian faith to a largely illiterate population. Continuing in the spirit of the other books in this series, Old Testament Figures in Art compiles entries on key figures and events in the Old Testament, beginning with the Pentateuch, then drawing from the historical books, the books of wisdom and poetry, and, finally, the prophetic books. The vivid illustrations depict Old Testament scenes that occur most frequently as iconographic prototypes in Western art. Among the masterpieces featured are The Entry of the Animals into Noah's Ark by Jan Brueghel the Elder, The Sacrifice of Isaac by Rembrandt, Samson and Delilah by Peter Paul Rubens, Jacob Wrestling with the Angel by Paul Gauguin, and Isaac Receiving Rebekah as His Wife by Marc Chagall. The accompanying texts illuminate the unique ways in which Old Testament subjects have been portrayed in Western art throughout the ages. To complement the many scriptural references, this handy volume also offers comparisons with other cultures whose stories or myths parallel those represented in the book.

Gospel Figures in Art

Gospel Figures in Art
Author: Stefano Zuffi
Publsiher: Getty Publications
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2003
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 089236727X

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In viewing the great works of sacred Western art, many people find difficulty in understanding the stories and identifying the figures portrayed in them. This informative guide decodes these often-mysterious scenes and reveals a vibrant world of images from the Christian tradition for museum visitors, students, and art enthusiasts alike. Gospel Figures in Art examines depictions of stories and figures from both the New Testament's canonical gospels (the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) and the apocryphal gospels (early Christian writings excluded from the New Testament because of their unsubstantiated authorship), which served as rich sources of inspiration for medieval and Renaissance artists. Illustrated with masterpieces from many of the world's premier museums, the art works provided as visual references are carefully analyzed. Sections are devoted to the principal figures in the life of Jesus Christ-his family and the evangelists-and to the major biographical turning points: his birth and baptism, his public life, the miracles and good deeds he performed, his crucifixion, resurrection, and the events that followed. This indispensable resource makes the icons and narratives of sacred art come to life.

Picturing the Bible

Picturing the Bible
Author: Jeffrey Spier,Kimbell Art Museum,Steven Fine,Kimbell art museum (Fort Worth, Tex.).
Publsiher: Yale University Press
Total Pages: 334
Release: 2007-01-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0300116837

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Published on the occasion of the exhibition organized by the Kimbell Art Museum and shown there November 18, 2007 - March 30, 2008.

The Old Testament Through 100 Masterpieces of Art

The Old Testament Through 100 Masterpieces of Art
Author: Régis Debray
Publsiher: Unknown
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2004
Genre: Bible
ISBN: UCSC:32106018127206

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"Accompanying each painting [illustrated in the volume] is a concise retelling of the Old Testament story that inspired the work. Many of the images are also supported by a brief commentary on how the episode is traditionally depicted, offering an introduction to the understanding and interpretation of biblical art"--Jacket.

The Bible in Art

The Bible in Art
Author: Richard Mühlberger
Publsiher: Crescent
Total Pages: 180
Release: 1990
Genre: Art and religion
ISBN: 051703364X

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An examination of the relationship between art and the Holy Scriptures.

Holbein s Historical Figures of the Old Testament

Holbein s Historical Figures of the Old Testament
Author: Hans Holbein
Publsiher: Unknown
Total Pages: 292
Release: 1849
Genre: Electronic Book
ISBN: BSB:BSB11255865

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Enjoying the Old Testament

Enjoying the Old Testament
Author: Eric A. Seibert
Publsiher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 175
Release: 2021-11-16
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781514001219

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ECPA Top Shelf Award Winner Is it really possible to enjoy the Old Testament? Christians know they are supposed to read the Old Testament. Yet many struggle to do so. They often find it confusing, theologically troubling, or just uninteresting. Eric Seibert understands this dilemma and provides a solution. His goal is to help people learn to love the Old Testament and actually want to read it. Seibert demonstrates how this part of the Bible is extremely valuable for Christians and offers dozens of practical suggestions and creative activities for hands-on interaction with the biblical text. Equipped with a variety of tools and approaches, readers discover how even the most seemingly dry passages can come to life. With Enjoying the Old Testament, readers of all ages will be inspired to pick up the Old Testament over and over again.

Images of Inspiration

Images of Inspiration
Author: Joan Goodnick Westenholz
Publsiher: Unknown
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2000
Genre: Art
ISBN: UOM:39015054412914

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