Religion
Infused with reverence and symbolism, our religious artworks echo centuries of faith, ritual, and transcendence. These timeless pieces are rich in narrative and spiritual depth, connecting the visible with the divine.
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The Circumcision (1661)
Rembrandt’s portrayal of Jesus’ circumcision captures the blend of humanity and divinity with emotional depth.
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Simeon’s Song of Praise (1631)
“Simon’s Song of Praise,” painted in 1631, depicts an elderly Simeon in the temple, overwhelmed with joy upon seeing the infant Jesus, bathed in divine light. The scene is filled with emotion and drama, particularly through the contrast of light and shadow, which symbolizes the divine presence. Simeon’s posture and expression convey praise for God […]
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Daniel and Cyrus Before the Idol Bel (1633)
Rembrandt vividly captures the dialogue between Daniel and Cyrus before the idol Bel through contrasting light and shadow.
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L’Innocence (1893)
Bouguereau’s delicate brushwork captures motherhood and purity in a serene setting
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Copy after Raphael’s Sistine Madonna (19th century)
Geudtner’s delicate reproduction captures Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna” with precision.
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The Sistine Madonna (1512~1513)
Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna” portrays the Virgin and Child, with the two cherubs below becoming iconic figures.
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Appreciation of Vimalakirti Scroll. Song Dynasty
Ming dynasty Buddhist scroll depicting Vimalakirti’s debate, blending ink precision with mineral pigments, housed in Taipei Palace Museum.
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Unlocking Sacred Wisdom: The Mystical Power of the Sanskrit Great Buddha Crown Dhāraṇī
Its composition is both balanced and dignified, and the craftsmanship is exquisitely refined and solemn. This piece stands as a rare exemplar of a Sanskrit masterpiece among the Dunhuang manuscripts.
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Sixteen Arhats Scroll by Wu Bin. Ming Dynasty
Esoteric mudras merge with landscape painting conventions.Gold-leaf haloes contrast with ink-splashed rocks.