Herod Collection (page 6)

Page decoration from The Four Gospels, 1931. Artist: Eric Gill
Page decoration from The Four Gospels, 1931. The Four Gospels of the Lord Jesus Christ According to the Authorized Version of King James I. With Decorations by Eric Gill

Visit of the Magi to Herod: Elizabethan Petit-Point Panel, c16th century. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXVII. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1927]

Herods street of columns, Samaria, Palestine (Israel), 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Herods street of columns, Samaria, Palestine (Israel), 1905. Stereoscope card. Detail

A tablet outside Herods Temple, Jerusalem, forbidding strangers to enter, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 4: Christianity and Modern Thought

Herbert Beerbohm Tree in Herod, c1902. Artist: Langfier Photo
Herbert Beerbohm Tree in Herod, c1902. English actor-manager Herbert Beerbohm Tree (1853-1917) in the title role

Maud Jeffries in Herod, c1902. Artist: Langfier Photo
Maud Jeffries in Herod, c1902. American actress Maud Jeffries in the role of Mariamne, queen and wife to Herod in a production by Herbert Beerbohm Tree

The Daughter of Herodias, 1510. Artist: Piombo, Sebastiano, del (1485-1547)
The Daughter of Herodias, 1510. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, before 1636. Artist: Padovanino (1588-1649)
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, before 1636. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

The Head of John the Baptist brought to Herod (Predella Panel), 1454. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (ca 1403-1482)
The Head of John the Baptist brought to Herod (Predella Panel), 1454. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Salome, after 1630. Artist: Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644)
Salome, after 1630. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Salome receives the Head of John the Baptist, c. 1608-1610. Artist: Caravaggio, Michelangelo (1571-1610)
Salome receives the Head of John the Baptist, c. 1608-1610. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Judith, Between 1621 and 1630. Artist: Maratta, Carlo (1625-1713)
Judith, Between 1621 and 1630. Found in the collection of the Musei Capitolini, Rome

Salome, ca 1510-1520. Artist: Giampietrino (1 Half of 16th cen. )
Salome, ca 1510-1520. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Salome receives the Head of John the Baptist. Artist: Luini, Bernardino (ca. 1480-1532)
Salome receives the Head of John the Baptist. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Judith at the banquet of Holofernes, 1634. Artist: Rembrandt van Rhijn (1606-1669)
Judith at the banquet of Holofernes, 1634. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Judith, ca 1679. Artist: Neer, Eglon Hendrik, van der (1634-1703)
Judith, ca 1679. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Dance at the Court of Herod, c. 1500. Artist: Meckenem, Israhel van, the Younger (ca 1440-1503)
The Dance at the Court of Herod, c. 1500. From a private collection

Judith with the Head of Holofernes. Artist: Maulbertsch, Franz Anton (1724-1796)
Judith with the Head of Holofernes. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Judith in the Tent of Holofernes, c. 1622. Artist: Liss, Johann (1597-1631)
Judith in the Tent of Holofernes, c. 1622. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, Mid of the 18th cen Artist: Grimou, Alexis (1678-1733)
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, Mid of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the Wilanow Palace Museum

Judith II (Salome), 1909. Artist: Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918)
Judith II (Salome), 1909. Found in the collection of the Ca Pesaro Galleria Internazionale d Arte Moderna, Venice

Herod and his advisors, stained glass, Chartres Cathedral, France, 1145-1155. Detail from the Infancy of Christ Window

Detail from a Psalter, The Jews before Herod, c1140
Detail from a Psalter: The Jews before Herod: probably illuminated in Canterbury c1140 AD

Detail from a Psalter the Magi and Herod, c1140. Probably illuminated in Canterbury c1140

Detail from a Psalter, Suicide of Herod, probably illuminated at Canterbury c1140

Remains of Herods palace, 1st century
Remains of Herods palace at Masada, 1st century

Herods Palace at Masada, 1st century
Herods Palace at Masada, at the north end of the fortress, 1st century

Ruins of Caesarea, named for Augustus Caesar by Herod the Great

Ruins of Caesarea, 1st century
Ruins of Caesarea, named for Augustus Caesar by Herod the Great, 1st century

The Head of Saint John the Baptist Brought before Herod, 1455-1460. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (ca 1403-1482)
The Head of Saint John the Baptist Brought before Herod, 1455-1460. Found in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago

Salome Asking Herod for the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1455-1460. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (ca 1403-1482)
Salome Asking Herod for the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1455-1460. Found in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago

Triptych with scenes from the life of Saint John the Baptist, ca 1530. Artist: Master of the Gent Adultress (active c)
Triptych with scenes from the life of Saint John the Baptist, ca 1530. From a private collection

Herod consults with Cypros and Salome
King Herod the Great discusses with his mother Cypros and sister Salome the alleged infidelity of his wife Mariamne Date: 0 B.C

Illustration of King Herod on throne watching Salome dance, Gospel of Matthew

ODEON OF HERODES ATTICUS. Theater located on the southern slope of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. It was built by Herodes Atticus, a wealthy Greek patron of the arts, in 161 A.D

The Liberation of St. Peter from prison by an angel
The Liberation of Saint Peter is a story told in the Acts of the Apostles in which Saint Peter is rescued from the prison of King Herod by an angel. circa 19th century

Temple in Jerusalem during the Roman Empire
Herods Temple when Jerusalem was within the Roman Empire. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Herod, 74 / 73 BC - 4 BC, also known as Herod the Great and Herod I, King of Judea
Herod, 74/73 BC - 4 BC, also known as Herod the Great and Herod I, King of Judea. After a 19th century illustration by Claudius Joseph Ciappori-Puche; Illustration

beheading John Baptist inside sermon Herod outside
The beheading of John the Baptist (inside), the sermon of John the Baptist before Herod (on the outside), 1514, oil on coniferous wood, 124 x 76 cm

baptism Christ Jordan right panel triptych right side panel
The baptism of Christ in the Jordan, right panel of a triptych, On the right side panel the baptism of Christ in the Jordan

Buildings Jerusalem Movie house Herod Gate Road
Buildings in Jerusalem Movie house on Herods Gate Road (Arab Jerusalem) 1948, Israel

Buildings Jerusalem post office Herod Gate Road
Buildings in Jerusalem The post office on Herods Gate Road (Arab Jerusalem) 1948, Israel

Herod family tomb Nikoforieh Jerusalem Tomb Mariamne
Herods family tomb in Nikoforieh, Jerusalem. Tomb of Mariamne. 1950, Israel

Buildings Jerusalem Law courts Herod Gate Road
Buildings in Jerusalem. Law courts on Herods Gate Road (Arab Jerusalem) 1948, Israel

Sheep market Herod Gate 1934 Jerusalem Israel
Sheep market at Herods Gate. 1934, Jerusalem, Israel

Herod hot baths Callirrhoe Wady Zerka Main pile
Herods hot baths of Callirrhoe. Wady Zerka Main. A pile of Witness stones, Shawahid. 1920, Jordan

Deep sewage trench Herod Gate October 1937 Jerusalem
Deep sewage trench at Herods Gate (October 1937) Jerusalem, Israel

Putting iron gates Herod Gate Oct 21 1937 Jerusalem
Putting iron gates at Herods Gate Oct. 21, 1937 Jerusalem, Israel

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"Herod: A Complex Figure in Art and History" From ancient biblical narratives to the masterpieces of renowned artists, it has captivated minds for centuries. In Gustav Klimt's iconic painting "Judith, " we witness the strength and determination of a woman who outwitted her enemy, just as Judith did with Holofernes. Artemisia Gentileschi's portrayal of "Judith and Holofernes" showcases the power dynamics between genders. But Herod's story goes beyond these tales. The Flight to Egypt reminds us of his role in attempting to eliminate Jesus, forcing Mary and Joseph into exile. Meanwhile, "The Liberation of Saint Peter" depicts another pivotal moment when divine intervention saved an apostle from Herod's clutches. Marianne finds herself entangled with this enigmatic figure in Marianne and Herod’s story – a tale that explores love amidst political turmoil. And then there is Salome, infamous for her dance that led to John the Baptist's beheading - immortalized by Lucas van Leyden’s haunting artwork. Beyond artistry lies historical evidence; fragments like the Biblical Commentary shed light on how scholars interpret Herod’s actions within their religious context. The Antonia Fortress Jerusalem stands as a testament to his grandeur and authority during his reign. In modern times, Masada reveals hidden secrets through its store rooms within Herods Palace - remnants that offer glimpses into daily life under his rule. Even Pilate found himself intertwined with Herod when he delivered Jesus after being mocked—an event etched forever in history. Through art and historical records alike, we are left pondering over this complex character whose name continues to echo through time – a man whose decisions shaped destinies while leaving an indelible mark on humanity itself.