Jacques Le Majeur Collection

Life of St. Jacques le Majeur, Hermogenes is tied up, Withers issued and forgiven dating from 1511, high relief in the south transept, Beauvais Cathedral, Picardy, France, Europe

Embarkation of the body of St. James the Greater, bound for Spain, c. 1425 (panel)
XAM74820 Embarkation of the body of St. James the Greater, bound for Spain, c.1425 (panel) by Master of Raigern, (fl.1400-33); 82x75.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

St. James, detail from the San Martino polyptych (tempera on panel) (see 76671 and 76669)
BAT76672 St. James, detail from the San Martino polyptych (tempera on panel) (see 76671 and 76669) by Crivelli, Carlo (c.1430/35-1495); San Martino, Monte San Martino

St. Andrew and St. James the Greater, detail from the Sant Emidio polyptych
BAT76651 St. Andrew and St. James the Greater, detail from the Sant Emidio polyptych, 1473 (tempera on panel) (detail of 76636) by Crivelli, Carlo (c.1430/35-1495); Sant Emidio, Ascoli Picena

SS. Vincent of Saragossa, James and Eustace (oil on panel)
BAT95417 SS. Vincent of Saragossa, James and Eustace (oil on panel) by Pollaiuolo, Antonio (1432/3-1498) and Piero (1443-96) del; 172x179 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

St. James the Greater
AII79521 St. James the Greater by Garofalo, Benvenuto Tisi da (1481-1559); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Triptych of The Crucifixion: St. Barbara with Donors (right wing); St
RAF46921 Triptych of The Crucifixion: St. Barbara with Donors (right wing); St. James the Greater with Donors (left wing); The Crucifixion (centre) by Engelbrechtsen

St. James the Great brought before King Herod Agrippa, detail of a soldier (fresco) (b / w photo)
ALI233283 St. James the Great brought before King Herod Agrippa, detail of a soldier (fresco) (b/w photo) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); Ovetari Chapel, Eremitani Church, Padua

St. James the Greater (oil on canvas)
LMG128875 St. James the Greater (oil on canvas) by Maratta or Maratti, Carlo (1625-1713); 222.3x149.9 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Temple Newsam House)

Madonna and Child Enthroned with Four Saints, 1546 (oil on canvas)
FTB97016 Madonna and Child Enthroned with Four Saints, 1546 (oil on canvas) by Lotto, Lorenzo (c.1480-1556); San Giacomo dell Orio, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

St. James, St. Stephen and St. Peter
AII80321 St. James, St. Stephen and St. Peter by Minardi, Sebastiano (15th century); Galleria dell Accademia & Museo degli Strumenti Musicali, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

St. James the Greater (oil on canvas)
NCO179799 St. James the Greater (oil on canvas) by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); 70x54 cm; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

St. James, detail from the San Martino polyptych (tempera on panel) (see 76669)
BAT76671 St. James, detail from the San Martino polyptych (tempera on panel) (see 76669) by Crivelli, Carlo (c.1430/35-1495); San Martino, Monte San Martino

St. James the Greater
XJL86550 St.James the Greater by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); 138x79 cm; Museo de Santa Cruz, Toledo, Spain; Greek, out of copyright

Apotheosis of St. James the Greater
XAM74824 Apotheosis of St. James the Greater by Maulbertsch, Franz Anton (1724-96); Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna, Austria; German, out of copyright

St. James the Greater, Exterior of Left Wing of Last Judgement Altarpiece (oil on panel)
BAL41081 St. James the Greater, Exterior of Left Wing of Last Judgement Altarpiece (oil on panel) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); Gemaldegalerie der Bildenden Kunste, Vienna

Agony in the Garden of Gethsemane, c. 1590s (oil on canvas)
XCF285139 Agony in the Garden of Gethsemane, c.1590s (oil on canvas) by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); National Gallery, London, UK; Greek, out of copyright

St. James and the Magician (oil on panel)
XIR28165 St.James and the Magician (oil on panel) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); 60x40 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes

St. James the Great and St. Clare, predella panel from The Nuptials of the Virgin
XIR146970 St. James the Great and St. Clare, predella panel from The Nuptials of the Virgin (oil on panel) (see 53825 for main panel) by Master of Flemalle

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"Jacques le Majeur: A Journey through the Life of a Saint" Step into the captivating world of Jacques le Majeur, as we delve into his remarkable life and legacy. From ancient artworks to frescoes and polyptychs, this collection offers glimpses into the extraordinary tales surrounding this revered figure. In "Embarkation of the body of St. James the Greater, bound for Spain, " painted around 1425, witness the solemn departure of his remains on a voyage that would forever shape Spanish history. The panel exudes an air of mystery and reverence as it captures this significant moment. Moving forward, let us explore various depictions showcasing St. James' prominence among other saints. In "St. Andrew and St. James the Greater, " part of the Sant Emidio polyptych, their presence is palpable; their devotion evident in every brushstroke. The intensity deepens with "St. James brought before King Herod Agrippa. " This powerful fresco highlights a pivotal moment in his life when he faced persecution with unwavering faith—a testament to his unyielding spirit. As we continue our journey through time, discover how artists immortalized Jacques le Majeur's likeness in oil on canvas masterpieces such as "St. James the Greater. " These paintings capture not only his physical features but also convey a sense of spiritual transcendence that resonates even today. One cannot overlook "Madonna and Child Enthroned with Four Saints" from 1546—an exquisite composition where St. James stands alongside other revered figures—each radiating divine grace amidst vibrant colors and delicate brushwork. Throughout these artistic interpretations lies an underlying message—the enduring influence Jacques le Majeur had on Christianity's development and its followers' lives worldwide. From Hermogenes being tied up to Withers issuing commands—these snippets offer tantalizing hints at untold stories within Jacques le Majeur's journey.