Zephaniah Collection

Old Testament Figures (w / c & ink on paper)
NCO193422 Old Testament Figures (w/c & ink on paper) by Rebecca, Biagio (1735-1808); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; Italian, out of copyright

Daniel in the lions den (coloured engraving)
3626803 Daniel in the lions den (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daniel in the lions den)

Zephaniah (chromolitho)
2815860 Zephaniah (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zephaniah. Educational card, late 19th or early 20th century)

Four minor prophets painted on west side of screen dividing the nave from the choir of
2831282 Four minor prophets painted on west side of screen dividing the nave from the choir of Bristol Cathedral (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

The Apostle James the Great and the prophet Zephaniah, 1492-1495. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

A man with a lamp and a whip (The Prophet Sophonias). Artist: Petrini, Giuseppe Antonio (1677-1759)
A man with a lamp and a whip (The Prophet Sophonias). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The prophet Zephaniah (Detail of Interior Mosaics in the St. Marks Basilica), 12th century. Artist: Byzantine Master
The prophet Zephaniah (Detail of Interior Mosaics in the St. Marks Basilica), 12th century. Found in the collection of the Saint Marks Basilica, Venice

Zephaniah Wurzburg Germany 1240 1250 Tempera colors
Zephaniah; Wurzburg, Germany; about 1240 - 1250; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and silver leaf on parchment; Leaf: 22.7 x 15.7 cm (8 15, 16 x 6 3, 16 in.)

Welsh Chartist Martyrs -- Jones, Frost and Williams
Welsh Chartist Martyrs, prosecuted for their involvement in the Newport Rising of 3-4 November 1839 -- William Jones (1809-1873), John Frost (1784-1877) and Zephaniah Williams (1795-1874). circa 1839

Ken Livingstone with Morrissey, Mari Wilson and others
Ken Livingstone (Kenneth Robert Livingstone, b 1945), British Labour politician. Seen here with Morrissey (Steven Patrick Morrissey, b 1959), English singer and songwriter

Twelve Minor Prophets
The twelve minor prophets - Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi

John Zephaniah Holwell
JOHN ZEPHANIAH HOLWELL British administrator in India, governor of Bengal. Date: 1711 - 1798

Holwells Memorial, Kolkata, India
Holwells Memorial, Kolkata (Calcutta), India. John Zephaniah Holwell (1711-1798) was one of the few survivors of the Black Hole of Calcutta

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"Zephaniah: From Welsh Chartist Martyrs to Old Testament Figures, a Tapestry of Influence" In the realm of history and art, the name Zephaniah weaves together a rich tapestry of diverse influences. From the valiant Welsh Chartist Martyrs - Jones, Frost, and Williams - who fought for social justice in the 19th century, to the captivating depiction of Old Testament figures through watercolor and ink on paper. One cannot overlook the vivid portrayal of Daniel in the lions den, brought to life with colored engravings that transport us back to ancient times. Equally mesmerizing is Zephaniah himself captured in chromolitho form; his prophetic words immortalized on canvas. Moving beyond paintings and prints, Zephaniah finds his place among four minor prophets painted on the west side screen dividing nave from choir. A testament to his significance within religious iconography. The influence extends even further as he stands alongside The Apostle James the Great in an awe-inspiring masterpiece created between 1492-1495. This collaboration showcases their shared impact on faith throughout centuries. Artistic interpretations take various forms; one such example is Giuseppe Antonio Petrini's striking portrayal titled "A man with a lamp and a whip, " depicting The Prophet Sophonias (another name for Zephaniah). Petrini's brushstrokes capture both strength and vulnerability simultaneously. Venturing into architectural marvels, we find ourselves gazing upon intricate mosaics adorning St. Mark's Basilica where interior mosaics dating back to the 12th century pay homage to The prophet Zephaniah. Created by Byzantine Master craftsmen, these artworks are testaments to enduring devotion. Beyond artistry lies historical relevance as John Zephaniah Holwell emerges onto our stage—a prominent figure whose contributions shaped colonial India during British rule.