Block Book Collection

Plate from a block-book illustrating sin of impatience (the folly of man)
1578305 Plate from a block-book illustrating sin of impatience (the folly of man); (add.info.: Plate from a block-book illustrating sin of impatience (the folly of man)

The Last Supper and Christ Washing the Feet of the Apostles, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Last Supper and Christ Washing the Feet of the Apostles, 1460-65

Noli me Tangere, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
Noli me Tangere, 1460-65

The Ascension, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Ascension, 1460-65

The Resurrection, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Resurrection, 1460-65

Christ in Limbo, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
Christ in Limbo, 1460-65

The Deposition, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Deposition, 1460-65

The Pietà, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Pieta, 1460-65

The Sudarium, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Sudarium, 1460-65

The Death of Christ, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Death of Christ, 1460-65

Christ Carrying the Cross, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
Christ Carrying the Cross, 1460-65

The Flagellation, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Flagellation, 1460-65

Christ before Annas, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
Christ before Annas, 1460-65

Christ before Pilate, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
Christ before Pilate, 1460-65

The Capture of Christ, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
The Capture of Christ, 1460-65

Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, 1460-65. Creator: Unknown
Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, 1460-65

The Vintage of the Grapes of the Vine, from the Blockbook Apocalypse, 1465-70. Creator: Unknown
The Vintage of the Grapes of the Vine, from the Blockbook Apocalypse, 1465-70

A Rider on a Black Horse with a Pair of Balances in His Hand; and A Pale Horse with D... 1440-1450. Creator: Anon
A Rider on a Black Horse with a Pair of Balances in His Hand; and A Pale Horse with Death as Its Rider, from an Apocalypse blockbook, 2nd edition, 1440-1450

Thy Neck Is Like the Tower of David, illustration from a Canticum Canticorum bloc... ca. 1460 / 1465. Creator: Anon
Thy Neck Is Like the Tower of David, illustration from a Canticum Canticorum blockbook, 2nd, ca. 1460/1465

Come My Beloved, Let Us Go Forth Into the Field, illustration from a Canticum Canticor... ca. 1465. Creator: Anon
Come My Beloved, Let Us Go Forth Into the Field, illustration from a Canticum Canticorum blockbook, 2nd edition, ca. 1465

The Angels of the Euphrates Killing Mankind; and The Angel Preventing Saint John from... 1440-1450. Creator: Anon
The Angels of the Euphrates Killing Mankind; and The Angel Preventing Saint John from Recording the Words of the Seven Thunders from an Apocalypse blockbook, 2nd edition, 1440-1450

Elias and Enoch Descend from Heaven, from a Quindecim signa extremi judicii diem... ca. 1465-1475. Creator: Anon
Elias and Enoch Descend from Heaven, from a Quindecim signa extremi judicii diem praecedentia (Antichrist and the Fifteen Signs) blockbook, 1st edition, ca. 1465-1475

The Annunciation, flanked by Eve and the Serpent and Gideons Fleece, from a Biblia Pa... ca. 1465. Creator: Anon
The Annunciation, flanked by Eve and the Serpent and Gideons Fleece, from a Biblia Pauperum blockbook, 3rd edition, ca. 1465

Song of Praise in Heaven over the Fall of the Whore of Babylon; The Wedding of the La... 1440-1450. Creator: Anon
Song of Praise in Heaven over the Fall of the Whore of Babylon; The Wedding of the Lamb from an Apocalypse block book, 2nd edition, 1440-1450

From the Ars Moriendi, Block-Book, c 1450 (litho)
2787025 From the Ars Moriendi, Block-Book, c 1450 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the Ars Moriendi, Block-Book, c 1450)

From the Biblia Pauperum, Block-Book, c 1450 (litho)
2787024 From the Biblia Pauperum, Block-Book, c 1450 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the Biblia Pauperum, Block-Book, c 1450)

Visitation Song nian zhu gui cheng Ferreira Gaspar
Visitation, Song nian zhu gui cheng, Ferreira, Gaspar, 1571-1649, Woodcut, between 1619 and 1623, Folio from a block book, titled A method for reciting the rosary

Annunciation Tian zhu sheng jiao qi meng Rocha
Annunciation, Tian zhu sheng jiao qi meng, Rocha, Joao da, 1868-1921, Woodcut, between 1619 and 1623, Folio from a block book also known as: Instructions in the holy religion of the Lord of Heaven

Crucifixion Song nian zhu gui cheng Ferreira
Crucifixion, Song nian zhu gui cheng, Ferreira, Gaspar, 1571-1649, Woodcut, between 1619 and 1623, Folio from a block book, titled A method for reciting the rosary

Annunciation Song nian zhu gui cheng Ferreira
Annunciation, Song nian zhu gui cheng, Ferreira, Gaspar, 1571-1649, Woodcut, between 1619 and 1623, Folio from a block book known as: A method for reciting the rosary

Moses Receiving the Law, illustration from a Biblia Pauperum blockbook, 4th edition, c... ca. 1465. Creator: Anon
Moses Receiving the Law, illustration from a Biblia Pauperum blockbook, 4th edition, ca. 1465

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Block Book: A Journey through Time and Symbolism" Step into the captivating world of block books, where ancient illustrations come to life with their intricate details and hidden meanings. This collection showcases a diverse range creations from various anonymous creators between 1440 and 1475. One such masterpiece is "A Rider on a Black Horse with a Pair of Balances in His Hand. " The image evokes an eerie sense of judgment, as the rider symbolizes death itself, weighing souls on his scales. In contrast, "A Pale Horse with D. . " portrays the haunting presence of mortality, reminding us that life's fragility is ever-present. Moving onto biblical themes, "Thy Neck Is Like the Tower of David" transports us to an enchanting scene from Canticum Canticorum. Here, love intertwines with spirituality as two figures embrace amidst towering architecture. Similarly poetic is "Come My Beloved, Let Us Go Forth Into the Field, " capturing tender moments shared by lovers in nature's embrace. Venturing into darker realms, we encounter "The Angels of the Euphrates Killing Mankind. " This chilling depiction hints at divine retribution for humanity's transgressions while contrasting sharply with "The Angel Preventing Saint John from. . , " which offers solace and protection during times of tribulation. Elevating our gaze heavenward are visions like "Elias and Enoch Descend from Heaven, " illustrating celestial beings descending upon Earth during Judgment Day. Meanwhile, scenes like "The Annunciation" juxtapose sacred events against temptation and redemption through Eve and Gideon's Fleece. Unveiling grand narratives steeped in symbolism are works like "Song of Praise in Heaven over the Fall of the Whore Babylon. " It celebrates triumph over evil while harmonizing beautifully with depictions found within Ars Moriendi—a profound exploration into mortality—and Biblia Pauperum—a visual feast of biblical stories.