Halo Collection (page 6)

Angels Pillar (Pillar of the last Judgement), 12th century (sculpture)
8617811 Angels Pillar (Pillar of the last Judgement), 12th century (sculpture); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris

"Christ's Descent into Hell", c. 1710 (tempera on wood)
8766540 "Christ's Descent into Hell", c. 1710 (tempera on wood) by Phoskalis, Demetrios (active c.1710); Ikonenmuseum, Frankfurt

Jesus with halo. French illustration 1890
5617228 Jesus with halo. French illustration 1890; (add.info.: 02/02/1890); Universal History Archive/UIG.

13th century figures from stained-glass windows, Freiburg Minste , 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912595 13th century figures from stained-glass windows, Freiburg Minste , 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: St. Catherine of Alexandria with sword and halo)

The Annunciation and The Nativity, c.1457 (oil, tempera, and gold on wood panel)
XOS5873610 The Annunciation and The Nativity, c.1457 (oil, tempera, and gold on wood panel) by Ferrer, Jaume (fl.1430-1461); 186.5x139 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Illustration from the 'Grand Catechism for Families'. 1907. depicting the holy trinity
5306074 Illustration from the 'Grand Catechism for Families'. 1907. depicting the holy trinity; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration from the 'Grand Catechism for Families'. 1907. depicting the resurrection of Christ
5306073 Illustration from the 'Grand Catechism for Families'. 1907. depicting the resurrection of Christ; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail
7209648 Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail.; Hotel Dieu, Beaune, France; (add.info.: Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, Cote)

The vision of Saint Anthony of Padua Anonymous (drawing)
JEB4869427 The vision of Saint Anthony of Padua Anonymous (drawing); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille, France; © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2024.

Ecce agnus dei: here is the lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, 19th century (chromo)
PCT4285171 Ecce agnus dei: here is the lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, 19th century (chromo); (add.info)

Saint Paul and Saint Peter, detail, 5th century (mosaic)
LRI4673959 Saint Paul and Saint Peter, detail, 5th century (mosaic); Baptistry of Ariani, Battistero degli Ariani, Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna

19th century, French, illustration, showing the life of the Virgin Mary, c.1840
3666105 19th century, French, illustration, showing the life of the Virgin Mary, c.1840; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the life of the Virgin Mary)

annunciation of the Virgin Mary as she is visited by an angel
3666088 annunciation of the Virgin Mary as she is visited by an angel; (add.info.: Spanish 19th century, illustration showing annunciation of the Virgin Mary as she is visited by an angel)

Spanish 19th century, illustration showing the Virgin Mary with infant Jesus
3666087 Spanish 19th century, illustration showing the Virgin Mary with infant Jesus; (add.info.: Spanish 19th century, illustration showing the Virgin Mary with infant Jesus)

Catholic, Saint Victoire (died 253)
3666072 Catholic, Saint Victoire (died 253).; (add.info.: French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Catholic, Saint Victoire (died 253).); Universal History Archive/UIG.

St Julian: A patron saint of travelers, who appears to be mythical, said to have killed parents by mistake
535103 St Julian: A patron saint of travelers, who appears to be mythical, said to have killed parents by mistake, and spent life on atonement by helping strangers and travelers

St Genevieve (423-512), Patron saint of Paris. 19th century (french woodcut)
535100 St Genevieve (423-512), Patron saint of Paris. 19th century (french woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Death of the Virgin Mary. French 19th century (woodcut)
535084 Death of the Virgin Mary. French 19th century (woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Holy Family: St Joseph works as carpenter in background, while Mary sews and the boy Jesus sweeps the room
535051 The Holy Family: St Joseph works as carpenter in background, while Mary sews and the boy Jesus sweeps the room. 19th century (french woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG.

St. Barbara, 9th-11th century (fresco)
BEN138690 St. Barbara, 9th-11th century (fresco); Santa Maria della Croce, Casarano, Lecce, Italy; (add.info.: gesture of benediction and peace;); Photo © Raffaello Bencini.

John the Baptist, c.1410 (oil on oak panel)
XOS5877455 John the Baptist, c.1410 (oil on oak panel) by Master of Flemalle, (Robert Campin) (1375/8-1444); 25x20 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

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A Farewell to Day 2.1
Tal Paz-Fridman

A Farewell to Day 2.2
Tal Paz-Fridman

A Farewell to Day 2.3
Tal Paz-Fridman

A Farewell to Day 3
Tal Paz-Fridman

A Farewell to Day 6.1
Tal Paz-Fridman

A Farewell to Day 6.2
Tal Paz-Fridman

A Farewell to Day 7.1
Tal Paz-Fridman

A Farewell to Day 7.2
Tal Paz-Fridman

Girl With A Halo
Artelele

"Vision of God's Glory", 17th century (painting)
8766529 "Vision of God's Glory", 17th century (painting) by Thielen, Daniel (1623-1711) ; (add.info.: "Vision of God's Glory")

Santa Madre Cabrini (1850 - 1917) a missionary sister, she was canonized by Pius XII on 7/07/1946
FGL5469970 Santa Madre Cabrini (1850 - 1917) a missionary sister, she was canonized by Pius XII on 7/07/1946, 19th century (chromo); (add.info)

Portrait of Saint Lazarus, c.1900 (chromo)
FGL5491154 Portrait of Saint Lazarus, c.1900 (chromo); (add.info.: pious image); Fototeca Gilardi.

Enema of the feet by Saint Louis (painting)
7110357 Enema of the feet by Saint Louis (painting); Notre Dame, Paris, France; (add.info.: Enema of the feet by Saint Louis. detail of a shutter of the treasure cabinet in the chapter room)

Representation of Saint Dominic of Guzman (1170-1221), founder of the Dominican Order
AIS5371896 Representation of Saint Dominic of Guzman (1170-1221), founder of the Dominican Order, carrying the church on his shoulders, 14th century (tempera on wood); (add.info.: Anonymous artist)

The Adoration of the Shepherds, c1920 (stained glass)
8714192 The Adoration of the Shepherds, c1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany. Nativity scene)

19th century Ethiopian Coptic Christian prayer book. Illustration. approx. 1870
5306079 19th century Ethiopian Coptic Christian prayer book. Illustration. approx. 1870; Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century Ethiopian Coptic Christian prayer book. Illustration. approx. 1870
5306078 19th century Ethiopian Coptic Christian prayer book. Illustration. approx. 1870; Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Brocken spectre
5307886 A Brocken spectre.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Brocken spectre, also called Brocken bow or mountain spectre, is the apparently enormous and magnified shadow of an observer)

19th century Ethiopian Coptic Christian prayer book. Illustration showing Virgin Mary approx. 1870
5306080 19th century Ethiopian Coptic Christian prayer book. Illustration showing Virgin Mary approx. 1870; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Richard II of England (1367-1400) kneels in prayer with his patron saints Saint Edmond (East Anglia, martyr 869)
NWI4945864 Richard II of England (1367-1400) kneels in prayer with his patron saints Saint Edmond (East Anglia, martyr 869)

Statue of Saint Paul, 14th century (sculpture)
8617836 Statue of Saint Paul, 14th century (sculpture); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Statue of Saint Paul)

The last judgement, 12th century (low relief)
8617812 The last judgement, 12th century (low relief); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Casts of the tympan of the portal of the occidental facade)

Saint Francis receives stigmas, c.1675-80 (oil on canvas)
CUL4934561 Saint Francis receives stigmas, c.1675-80 (oil on canvas); 178x208 cm; (add.info.: Baroque Art SPAIN. ANDALUSIA. Cadiz. Museo de Cadiz. SPAIN. ANDALUSIA. Cadiz)

Coronation of King Eric the Saint of Sweden. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Scrantoni from Giulio Ferrario's
FLO4623150 Coronation of King Eric the Saint of Sweden. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Scrantoni from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World

Russian Orthodox miniature depicting the Apocalypse of Saint John, c.1750
3666127 Russian Orthodox miniature depicting the Apocalypse of Saint John, c.1750; (add.info.: Russian Orthodox miniature depicting the Apocalypse of Saint John)

woodcut illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus
3666110 woodcut illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus; (add.info.: 19th century woodcut illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

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"Halo: A Divine Symbol of Light and Majesty" The halo, a timeless symbol of divinity and enlightenment, has adorned religious icons throughout history. From the Greek Orthodox icon of Christ's resurrection in Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, to the depiction of The Holy Trinity in the 1420s, this celestial aura transcends borders and continents. Intricately painted with tempera on panel during the Renaissance period by skilled artists like William Holman Hunt, halos became synonymous with heavenly radiance. They illuminated figures such as The King of Kings and embodied Jesus as The Light of the World in his c1851-1853 masterpiece. Not limited to Christianity alone, halos also found their place in other faiths. An ancient Coptic art piece from Egypt showcases Christ alongside Abbott Mena on a wooden canvas dating back to the 7th century AD. Meanwhile, Hindu gods Krishna and Rada are depicted with divine halos in India. Even beyond religious contexts, halos continue to inspire awe-inspiring artwork worldwide. In Geneva's Taize icon or Kopan monastery's portrayal of Manjushri - the deity embodying knowledge - these radiant circles serve as a visual representation of spiritual enlightenment. Halos have stood the test of time as symbols that transcend cultures and beliefs. Whether it be St. Teresa of Avila immortalized on canvas or early 12th-century frescoes adorning Bet Maryam Church in Lalibela; they remind us that there is something greater than ourselves – an ethereal light guiding our path towards higher realms. As we gaze upon these sacred depictions across centuries and continents alike, let us remember that within each halo lies not only divine majesty but also an invitation for us all to seek illumination within ourselves – becoming beacons amidst darkness just like those depicted throughout history.