Art inspired by Stories in the Bible
Caravaggio
David with the Head of Goliath (1606/07)
scripture link: 1 Samuel 17:54
[work by Caravaggio]
Throughout the history of art many great artists have been inspired by stories in the bible. On this site an ever increasing selection of their work is presented, with every painting linked to a related bible passage. The text is from the King James Bible, also known as the Authorized Version. You will find the full text online, including the apocrypha and the translators' preface.
Recent additions
Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn: Ascension
oil on canvas, 1636
Albrecht Dürer: The Betrayal of Christ
woodcarving, 1509
Pietro Lorenzetti: Entry into Jerusalem
fresco, c. 1320
Anonymous: The Baptism of Christ
oil and tempera on panel, c. 1400
Andrea Mantegna: Mark
oil on canvas, c. 1450
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