Balaam Collection

BALaM AND ASS. Balaams ass perceives the angel of the Lord, unseen to Balaam (Numbers: 22-24). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

An Angel Met Balaam with a Sword, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665369 An Angel Met Balaam with a Sword, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: An Angel Met Balaam with a Sword, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Balaam and the Ass. Creator: Herman van Swanevelt
Balaam and the Ass

Balaam and his donkey stopped by the angel of the Lord. Creator: Unknown
Balaam and his donkey stopped by the angel of the Lord

The Prophet Balaam's donkey, 1626. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Prophet Balaam's donkey, 1626

Gustave Dore Bible: The Angel appearing to Balaam (engraving)
5221465 Gustave Dore Bible: The Angel appearing to Balaam (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Angel appearing to Balaam)

Balaams Ass, c1790-1834. Balaam, Old Testament prophet and diviner, was ordered by Balak, King of the Moabites, to curse the Israelites

Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)
CUL4909007 Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c.1500-02 (tapestry) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50) (attr)

Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)
CUL4908989 Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c.1500-02 (tapestry) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50) (attr)

Balaam and the ass (engraving)
976547 Balaam and the ass (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam and the ass. Illustration for The Prize Bible (Wells Gardner, Darton & Co, c 1890)

Balaam and the Ass, 1622 (oil on panel)
990083 Balaam and the Ass, 1622 (oil on panel) by Lastman, Pieter (1583-1633); 40.3x59.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam and the Ass. Pieter Lastman (1583-1633). Oil on panel

Balaams Ass
BAL15555 Balaams Ass by Bol, Hans (1534-93); Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; Flemish, out of copyright

Balaks Deputation to Balaam (engraving)
5218366 Balaks Deputation to Balaam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaks Deputation to Balaam)

Detail of a relief from the Sarcophagus of the Nativity (stone) (b / w photo)
XIR187805 Detail of a relief from the Sarcophagus of the Nativity (stone) (b/w photo) by Paleo-Christian, (4th century); Musee Lapidaire d Art Chretien, Arles, France; out of copyright

Balaam blessing the camp of Israel. - Bible
3779922 Balaam blessing the camp of Israel. - Bible by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); (add.info.: Balaam blessing Israel)

Balams Ass speaks (engraving)
2792089 Balams Ass speaks (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balams Ass speaks)

Balaam and the Angel (coloured engraving)
2801063 Balaam and the Angel (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam and the Angel)

The Angel appearing to Balaam, Numbers 22, Verse 21-36 (engraving)
3651491 The Angel appearing to Balaam, Numbers 22, Verse 21-36 (engraving) by Northcote, James (1746-1831) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Angel appearing to Balaam, Numbers 22)

Balaam and his Ass (engraving)
670793 Balaam and his Ass (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam and his Ass)

Balaam blessing the People
LLM455604 Balaam blessing the People by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam blessing the People)

Balaams Journey to Balak (engraving)
5200515 Balaams Journey to Balak (engraving) by Schnorr von Carolsfeld, Julius (1794-1872) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaams Journey to Balak)

Balaam
LLM338210 Balaam by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam. The Childs Coloured Scripture Book published by George Routledge & Sons, c 1890)

Balaams prophecy
LLM339381 Balaams prophecy by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaams prophecy. Cassells Illustrated Family Bible (c 1870).); © Look and Learn

Balaam blessing Israel
LLM338850 Balaam blessing Israel by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam blessing Israel)

Prophet Balaam, 17th century (red chalk)
6198846 Prophet Balaam, 17th century (red chalk) by Maratta or Maratti, Carlo (1625-1713); 41.9x27.6 cm; The McManus, Dundee

The Magician Balaam (engraving)
979839 The Magician Balaam (engraving) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Magician Balaam)

Balak and Balaam (coloured engraving)
3626770 Balak and Balaam (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balak and Balaam)

Balaam and the Angel (engraving)
3630995 Balaam and the Angel (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam and the Angel)

Balaam and Balak (colour litho)
2814673 Balaam and Balak (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam and Balak)

Balaam (engraving)
667437 Balaam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam. Illustration for Old Testament Portraits by Cunningham Geikie (Strahan, 1878)

Balaam and the angel
LLM455579 Balaam and the angel by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balaam and the angel. Browns Self-Interpreting Family Bible (John G Murdoch)

Numbers 22 20-35 Balaams talking ass, from the
STC67497 Numbers 22 20-35 Balaams talking ass, from the Nuremberg Bible (Biblia Sacra Germanaica) (coloured woodcut) by German School

Balaam and the Angel (etching)
880478 Balaam and the Angel (etching) by Lautensack, Hanns Sebald (1524-c.1560); 19.4x29.4 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Bequest of Herschel V

Balaks Sacrifice, and Balaams Prophecy, 1548. Creator: Augustin Hirschvogel
Balaks Sacrifice, and Balaams Prophecy, 1548

Balaam and the angel. Artist: Ancient Russian frescos
Balaam and the angel. Found in the collection of Saint Sophia Cathedral, Kiev

Coastal Landscape with Balaam and the Ass, 1634. Artist: Breenbergh, Bartholomeus (1598-1657)
Coastal Landscape with Balaam and the Ass, 1634. Found in the collection of the National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo

Balaam and the donkey with the angel, Herman van Swanevelt, 1629-1641

Balaam (Balaam), and the angel, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1703 - 1762

Balaam and the angel, Nicolaes de Bruyn, Gerard Valck, 1641

Balaam and his donkey, Jan Luyken, 1712

BALaM AND ASS. Balaams ass perceives the angel of the Lord, unseen to Balaam (Numbers: 22-24). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

Balaams Ass: Balaam, Old Testament prophet and diviner, ordered by Balak, King of the Moabites, to curse the Israelites. Chided by his ass for entertaining such an evil idea

The moderen Balaam and his ass. An American cartoon placing the blame for the panic of 1837
CARTOON: PANIC OF 1837. The moderen Balaam and his ass. An American cartoon placing the blame for the panic of 1837 and the perilous state of the banking system on outgoing president Andrew Jackson

Modern Balaam and his ass. An American cartoon placing the blame for the Panic of 1837
CARTOON: PANIC OF 1837. Modern Balaam and his ass. An American cartoon placing the blame for the Panic of 1837 and the perilous state of the banking system on outgoing President Andrew Jackson

BALaMs ASS. Balaams ass perceives the angel of the Lord (Numbers 22: 23). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
BALaMs ASS. Balaams ass perceives the angel of the Lord (Numbers 22:23). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

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"Balaam's Astonishing Encounter: The Unseen Angel and the Perceptive Ass" In the biblical tale of Balaam, an extraordinary event unfolds as a divine angel appears before him, unbeknownst to his eyes but perceptible to his faithful ass. Gustave Dore's exquisite engraving captures this awe-inspiring moment, showcasing the angelic figure revealing itself to Balaam while he remains oblivious. The Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro tapestry from 1500-02 also depicts this remarkable encounter, emphasizing the significance of this biblical narrative in religious art. Another engraving portrays Balaam and his ass side by side, highlighting their unique connection during this pivotal scene. However, it is not just visual representations that bring forth the essence of this story; even literature delves into its depths. One color lithograph illustrates how Balaam resorts to using his staff to discipline his loyal yet misunderstood companion. A captivating oil painting from 1622 further immortalizes this episode on a wooden panel canvas. It showcases both Balaam and his perceptive ass in vivid detail, capturing their emotions amidst their encounter with divinity. Balak's Deputation seeking guidance from Balaam is another intriguing aspect depicted through engravings. These artworks shed light on various facets of this profound story that has captivated artists throughout history. Even a relief from the Sarcophagus of Nativity provides insight into different interpretations surrounding Balaam's journey with his talking donkey - captured beautifully in black and white photography. Biblical texts recount how Balaam eventually blesses Israel's camp after realizing the true nature of these encounters with divine intervention. This powerful moment is encapsulated within Bible verses themselves as well as artistic renderings spanning centuries. Ultimately, it is through these diverse mediums that we explore "Balaam, " unraveling layers upon layers of symbolism, faith, and the extraordinary bond between a man and his ass.