Pieta (1876) by Gustave Moreau - Public Domain Catholic Painting
Gustave Moreau's "Pieta" (c. 1876) is a Symbolist religious painting depicting the Virgin Mary holding the body of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion.
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Garland of Flowers surrounding a Sculpture of the Virgin Mary by Daniel Seghers (Flemish, 1645) - Public Domain Catholic Painting
The image depicts a work of art titled "Garland of Flowers surrounding a Sculpture of the Virgin Mary," created in 1645 by Daniel Seghers, a Flemish artist who lived from 1590 to 1661. Seghers was renowned for his skill in painting intricate floral arrangements, often surrounding religious motifs,...
Double-sided Icon with Scenes from the Life of Christ, the Virgin Mary, and the Saints (Ethiopian 18th century) - Public Domain Orthodox Painting
This double-sided triptych icon from Ethiopia is a small-scale painting that would have been used in private devotion. The cylinder at the top of the piece reflects the construction of smaller Ethiopian icons that were suspended from a cord and worn around the neck. When open, the piece displays several...
Christ Pantokrator (Russian 16th century) - Public Domain Byzantine Painting
Christ, seen in the pose of the Just Judge, holds a Gospel book open to John 7:24: "Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgement." Above and below are bright red seraphim, while at the sides are the venerating figures of Sts. Peter, Paul, and...
Die Heilige Katharina (1850) by Karl von Blaas (Austrian) - Public Domain Catholic Painting
Karl von Blaas was an Austrian painter known for his detailed and expressive historical and religious paintings. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna and Venice, becoming a prominent figure in 19th-century academic art. "Die Heilige Katharina" (Saint Catherine) is a notable work by Karl...
The Three Marys (1906–1911) by Edwin Austin Abbey (American) - Public Domain Catholic Painting
Edwin Austin Abbey (1852-1911) was an American artist renowned for his illustrations and paintings, particularly those that drew upon literary and historical themes. Abbey's works often exhibit a meticulous attention to detail and a deep sense of narrative. "The Three Marys" depicts a significant moment from...
Jesús Y La Samaritana En El Pozo (1640) by Guercino - Public Domain Catholic Painting
Jesus speaks to the Samaritan woman at the well, offering her 'living water.' This 1640 masterpiece by Guercino captures a pivotal moment from the Gospel of John, with vivid colors and dramatic skies. 💸Please donate or subscribe to keep this site FREEFree Download 301598rgsdl.jpg3 MBdownload-circle💡This work...
The Penitent Magdalene (1555–1565) by Titian - Public Domain Catholic Painting
"The Penitent Magdalene" by Titian depicts Mary Magdalene in a state of deep repentance. She is shown with long, flowing hair, gazing upward with a sorrowful expression, symbolizing her plea for divine forgiveness. The dark background contrasts with her illuminated figure, emphasizing her emotional state. Symbols such as...
The Christmas Rose (1890) by John Shelton Eland - Public Domain Catholic Painting
This image depicts an angelic figure visiting a shepherd. The angel, with radiant light and colorful wings, holds white flowers and stands among blooming roses. The shepherd, dressed in a yellow robe and holding a staff, looks up in awe, surrounded by sheep. The serene landscape features rolling hills and...
The Artist Paints the Church (1870) Edwin Howland Blashfield - Public Domain Catholic Painting
"The Artist Paints the Church" by Edwin Howland Blashfield portrays an artist painting an alcove inside a church, symbolizing the intersection of art and spirituality. Blashfield, known for his allegorical works, created this piece in 1870. The painting invites contemplation on the role of art in expressing religious...
Le Christ en croix (The Christ on the cross) (1871) by Alexis Marie Louis Douillard - Public Domain Catholic Painting
The artwork depicted in the image is "Le Christ en croix" (The Christ on the Cross), created in the year 1871 by Alexis Marie Louis Douillard, a French artist who lived from 1835 to 1905. The painting portrays the figure of Christ crucified, with a dark, subdued background...
Josef erzählt seine Träume (Joseph tells his Dreams) (1845) by Carl Wurzinger - Public Domain Catholic Painting
The painting depicts a biblical scene where Joseph is narrating his dreams to others, likely his brothers, as this is a well-known story from the Book of Genesis in the Bible. The setting appears to be outdoors, with a pastoral background including sheep, suggesting the setting of the biblical land...
Le Voeu de Louis XIII au siège de la Rochelle (The vow of Louis XIII at the siege of La Rochelle) (1628) by Charles-André van Loo - Public Domain Catholic Painting
The image is a painting by Charles-André van Loo, a prominent French painter born in 1705 and who passed away in 1765. Van Loo was known for his works in the Baroque style, characterized by dramatic expression, rich color, and intense light and shadow contrasts. He was a highly regarded...
Stabat Mater (1875) by Jules-Louis Machard - Public Domain Catholic Painting
The artwork depicted is "Stabat Mater" from the year 1875, created by the French artist Jules-Louis Machard, who lived from 1839 to 1900. "Stabat Mater" refers to a 13th-century Christian hymn about the suffering of Mary, Jesus Christ's mother, during his crucifixion. 💸Please donate...
La Pentecôte (Pentencost) (1864) Felix-Henri Giacomotti - Public Domain Catholic Painting
Felix-Henri Giacomotti, a French artist who lived between 1828 and 1909. From an artistic perspective, the painting captures the biblical event of Pentecost, where the Holy Spirit is said to have descended upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ. This is suggested by the ethereal light and the...
Church desecrators in the Thirty Years' War (1871) by Rudolf Geyling - Public Domain Catholic Painting
The artwork titled "Kirchenschänder im 30-jährigen Krieg" (Church Desecrators in the Thirty Years' War) was created by the Austrian artist Rudolf Geyling in 1871. Geyling, who lived from 1839 to 1904, was part of the 19th-century art world that witnessed a wide array of styles and movements....
Le Christ au milieu des enfants (1873) Charles Henri Hilaire Michel - Public Domain Catholic Painting
This artwork is titled "Le Christ au milieu des enfants" (Christ Among the Children) and was created in 1873 by Charles Henri Hilaire Michel, a French artist who lived from 1817 to 1905. The painting depicts a scene of Christ surrounded by children, illustrating a sense of tenderness...
The Finding Of Moses (1696-1770) by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo - Public Domain Bible Painting
The painting "The Finding Of Moses" was created by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, an Italian artist who lived from 1696 to 1770. The painting depicts the biblical story of the discovery of the infant Moses by the daughter of Pharaoh, as told in the Book of Exodus. This scene...
Adoration of the Magi (1624) by Abraham Bloemaert - Public Domain Catholic Painting
"Adoration of the Magi" from 1624 by Abraham Bloemaert, a Dutch artist from the Baroque period. Bloemaert is noted for his detailed religious and mythological compositions, rich use of color, and dramatic lighting. This work depicts the biblical scene where the three Magi, or Wise Men, visit the...
The Niccolini-Cowper Madonna (1508) by Raphael - Public Domain Catholic Painting
The painting you are viewing is "The Niccolini-Cowper Madonna," created in 1508 by the Italian artist Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino), who lived from 1483 to 1520. Raphael is renowned for his extraordinary clarity of form and ease of composition, as well as the serenity and harmony that...
The Temptation of Christ (1516-1525) by Titian - Public Domain Catholic Painting
"The Temptation of Christ" by Titian is a religious painting depicting Jesus during his 40-day fast in the wilderness, a common theme illustrating his spiritual trials. In this work, Christ is central, portrayed with a serene yet somber expression, his divinity and humanity highlighted by a halo and...
Mary Magdalene (1879) by Frederic James Shields - Public Domain Catholic Painting
"Mary Magdalene (1879) by Frederic James Shields," depicts Mary Magdalene in a contemplative pose, with flowing hair and draped clothing, embodying a sense of penitence or reflection, which is consistent with traditional portrayals of this biblical figure. The use of soft colors and the detailed rendering of the...
St. Catherine Of Siena by Francesco Vanni (Italian, 1563 - 1610) - Public Domain Catholic Painting
Francesco Vanni (1563-1610) was a leading artist in Siena during the late Renaissance and the Counter-Reformation, known for blending Mannerist and Baroque styles. His work "The Mystical Marriage of Saint Catherine of Siena" is notable for its depiction of the saint's spiritual union with Christ, a...
The Virgin Orans (1000, Ukraine) - Public Domain Byzantine Painting
The mosaic set is 6 meters in height and required approximately 2 million tesserae ( small pieces of tile, glass, or other material used in creating mosaics). It is a significant example of Old Rus art and is considered one of the largest monumental pieces. In Greek, "Orans" translates...