The Flight into Egypt and The Nativity
Juan Sanchez, the Younger (formerly, Master of the Large Figures)
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Enjoy this series of segments highlighting Picture Books of the Past: Reading Old Master Paintings, a loan exhibition of 60+ works from the M&G collection. The exhibit has traveled to The Museum of the Bible in Washington, D. C. and the Orlando Museum of Art in Florida.
This work introduces one of Jesus’s most devoted followers, Mary Magdalene. Notice that her clothing is of silk and velvet, the rich fabrics of a prosperous woman. However, this imagery of prosperity is offset by the murky background and the presence of a skull. Her body position (which turns her away from death’s symbol) and her long, flowing hair (reminiscent of her repentance) shifts the narrative mood from one of despair to hope.
Vertumnus
Giuseppe Arcimboldo
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This powerful image of our resurrected Lord is not only beautifully rendered but also replete with intriguing iconography.
Visit HERE for the next video to consider what is Pure, referencing Christ as the Savior of the World.
This compelling image by Albrecht Bouts is a study in contrasts. Here is profound suffering and utter calm, unbearable agony and triumphant love.
Visit HERE for the next video to consider what is Just, referencing Christ’s substitutionary sacrifice.
In this rare painting by the artist, Colijn de Coter creates an exquisite, powerful image to highlight the wonder of the gospel.
Visit HERE for the next video to consider what is Just, referencing Christ’s life.
Although much is written about the Apostle Paul, little is known of the courageous prophet who, at the Lord’s command, restored Paul’s sight.
Visit HERE for the next video to ponder those things that are Honorable.
Procession to Calvary
Polychrome Spanish, 1500s
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