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Engravings from the Richard C. Kessler Reformation Collection
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Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: From the Hortulus animae or Lustgarten der Seelen and based on the sketches of Lucas Cranach, the Elder (1472-1553), this scene depicts the crucifixion of the Apostle Andrew on a cross in the shape of an “X”. According to Christian tradition, Andrew was crucified by Aegeas, the proconsul of Patra... -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: As Adam sleeps, God removes Eve from his side -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: Genesis 2 describes Eve being created by God from the side of Adam -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: A swordsman stands over a beheaded man (Nicanor?), as a horse, ridden by a blindfolded king carrying a severed flagpole, kneels to drink -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: The Creator God stands over the orb of creation, signaling blessing with one hand as the other rests on the globe. Within the orb are sun, moon, stars, a city, a human,an animal -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: The Ark of the Covenant is carried on poles by Joshua's army around the city of Jericho, as Israelite trumpets are blown. The city begins to crumble in the distance -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: The Queen of Sheba visits King Solomon -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: Before a king seated on his throne, a man raises his sword above the head of another -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: This engraving illustrates a ruler travelling with an army -
Contributing Institution: Pitts Theology Library Description: This beautifully crafted initial letter 'E' features two nudes with a cross, lily, and crown of thorns