Ancien Testament Collection

Renaissance architecture: view of the ceiling of the circular chapel, frescoes by Federico Zuccari (1542-1609)
BEN5467132 Renaissance architecture: view of the ceiling of the circular chapel, frescoes by Federico Zuccari (1542-1609) between 1566 and 1569

Old Testament Scene: The Ten Wounds of Egypt - Moses and the Plague of Locusts Engraving 19th century Private
ELD4919853 Old Testament Scene: The Ten Wounds of Egypt - Moses and the Plague of Locusts Engraving 19th century Private collection; (add.info.: Old Testament Scene)

Representation of the Prophhete Noe cutting wood for the construction of the Ark
VEN5028072 Representation of the Prophhete Noe cutting wood for the construction of the Ark, two plans of the internal organization of the Ark, surround it

Map of the journey of the Israelites, since their exit from Egypt, 1739 (engraving)
8822197 Map of the journey of the Israelites, since their exit from Egypt, 1739 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page from the Paris Psalter (ms. 8824) folio 1: Joseph dicet who... 10th century Byzantine manuscript
BEN5475058 Page from the Paris Psalter (ms. 8824) folio 1: Joseph dicet who... 10th century Byzantine manuscript (Macedonian period) Paris, B.N.; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral
7134900 Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux Notre-Dame-of-Good News Chapel late 16th century)

The Temple of Solomon, Jerusalem, 1820 (engraving)
2085487 The Temple of Solomon, Jerusalem, 1820 (engraving); (add.info.: Israel. Coll. Part. Geography. Israel. Jerusalem, Solomon's Temple)

Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral
7134896 Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux Notre-Dame-of-Good News Chapel late 16th century)

Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral
7134899 Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux Notre-Dame-of-Good News Chapel late 16th century)

Moses saves water. Painting by Andrea Celesti (1637-1706). Museo civico, Reggio Emilia (Reggio Emilia)
VEN5027825 Moses saves water. Painting by Andrea Celesti (1637-1706). Museo civico, Reggio Emilia (Reggio Emilia).; (add.info.: Moses saves water. Painting by Andrea Celesti (1637-1706)

Representation of the Prophhete Noe cutting wood for the construction of the Ark
VEN5028088 Representation of the Prophhete Noe cutting wood for the construction of the Ark. Below him is a representation of his genealogical tree with his descendants (his sons Sem)

The Deluge: at the top, the ark of Noe; at the bottom, men, giants and animals walnut, 7th century (miniature)
JLJ4593016 The Deluge: at the top, the ark of Noe; at the bottom, men, giants and animals walnut, 7th century (miniature); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: The Deluge: at the top)

Story of the life of Moses. Detail of Moses putting on his shoes on his feet
BEN5471114 Story of the life of Moses. Detail of Moses putting on his shoes on his feet. Painting by Alessandro di Mariano dei Filipepi known as Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510). Fresco, 1481

Jeroboam Sacrificing to Idols - "The Sacrifice of Jeroboam to the Idols"
JLJ4591333 Jeroboam Sacrificing to Idols - " The Sacrifice of Jeroboam to the Idols" Before Jeroboam, the first king of Israel, who is apprehended to sacrifice to the Golden Calf

The arrival of the Hebrews in the promised land after the passage of the Red Sea Painting
JLJ4602656 The arrival of the Hebrews in the promised land after the passage of the Red Sea Painting by Frans Francken I dit l ancien (1542-1616), 17th century Aix en Provence

Summer or Ruth and Boaz - oil on canvas, 1660-1664
LRI4579887 Summer or Ruth and Boaz - oil on canvas, 1660-1664 by Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665); Louvre, Paris, France; Luisa Ricciarini; French, out of copyright

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The "Ancien Testament" is a captivating collection of stories and events that have shaped the course of history. One such tale depicted in the Musee des Beaux Arts de Rouen is the haunting painting attributed to Jacques Stella, titled "The Massacre of the Innocents. " This chilling artwork from 17th-century France serves as a reminder of the atrocities committed against innocent children. Another remarkable piece found within the Vatican Sistine Chapel is Alessandro di Mariano dei Filipepi's fresco depicting Moses' life. In one detail, we witness an Egyptian falling under Moses' sword, symbolizing his liberation of the Hebrew people from slavery. A different scene showcases a Hebrew man being rescued by a courageous woman after being manhandled by an Egyptian man. Continuing with Botticelli's frescoes, another striking moment captured in his work shows Moses putting on his shoes before embarking on his divine mission. This small but significant detail emphasizes Moses' readiness to fulfill God's commandments and lead his people towards freedom. Moving on to other biblical narratives, we encounter Jeroboam Sacrificing to Idols. This depiction highlights Jeroboam's disobedience towards God and his decision to worship false idols instead. It serves as a cautionary tale about straying from faith and succumbing to temptation. In contrast, there are moments filled with hope and triumph like "The Arrival of the Hebrews in The Promised Land after The Passage of The Red Sea Painting. " This awe-inspiring artwork captures their victorious journey across the parted waters—a testament to their unwavering faith in God. Additionally, Summer or Ruth and Boaz portrays love amidst hardship through oil-on-canvas strokes dating back to 1660-1664. It tells us how even during challenging times, love can bloom between unlikely individuals who find solace in each other's company. A powerful image that resonates with many viewers is Judith and Holopherne.