Biblical Engraving Tapestries

Albrecht Dürer’s woodcut, “The Four Horsemen,” from 1497, is a striking masterpiece of fine art that captures the essence of the biblical apocalypse. This high-resolution engraving depicts the harrowing story from the Old Testament, where four horsemen represent death, famine, war, and conquest. Dürer’s work is part of his larger series, “Die Apokalypse,” which illustrates the dramatic and divine visions described in the Book of Revelation. In this black and white woodwork the horsemen are shown in vigorous motion their steeds galloping forward with an unstoppable force. The first horseman symbolizes conquest; the second represents war; the third signifies famine; the fourth embodies death. Each figure is rendered with meticulous detail.

As he enters the second heaven of Paradise, Dante is surrounded by glowing souls who ask who he is and why he's here. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

Cacciaguida from Florence was Dante's great-great-grandfather who took part and was knighted in the Second Crusade. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

Beatrice and Dante ascend to the third sphere of heaven, Mars, where they encounter and ideal civic community. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

As he enters the second heaven of Paradise, Dante is surrounded by glowing souls who ask who he is and why he's here. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

In the Heaven of the Moon, Dante encounters the nun Piccarda Donati who was forced to neglect her vows and marry. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

"Then I looked and saw a pale green horse. Its rider’s name was Death, and Hades followed close behind." Illustration for La Grande Bible de Tours. Gustave Doré masterpiece on prints, posters, tapestries. Perfect for fantasy art lovers and bible students.

Based on engraving by Théodore de Bry cir. 1578 depicting mythological scenes and inscriptions in French and Low German.

In the Sixth Heaven, the Sphere of Jupiter, Dante watches as the souls move to form letters with their glowing bodies. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

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In the heaven of Jupiter the souls spell out a message of justice before transforming into an Roman eagle. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

Beatrice and Dante ascend to the third sphere of heaven, Mars, where they encounter and ideal civic community. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

Albrecht Dürer’s 1497 woodcut “The Beast with the Seven Heads” is a monochromatic depiction of the monstrous entity from the Book of Revelation. This high-resolution engraving, integral to the “Die Apokalypse” series, portrays the beast as a symbol of ultimate evil and corruption. Its seven heads, each bearing a crown, suggest the multiplicity of its malevolent influence and the totality of its dominion. The beast’s imposing presence is rendered with Dürer’s characteristic attention to detail, capturing the horror and awe it inspires in the onlookers. The artwork serves as a stark reminder of the perils of moral decay and the potential for tyranny. “The Beast with the Seven Heads” stands as a powerful piece of religious art.

In the heaven of Mars, Dante sees the sign of the cross, bearing Jesus, formed from the stars of the Milky Way. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

Dante meets the Emperor Justinian, who introduces himself with the words "Caesar I was, and am Justinian." Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

In the Sixth Heaven, the Sphere of Jupiter, Dante watches as the souls begin to sing. "And all those living lights, shining still more bright, began their songs that slip and fade and fall from memory." Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

In the heaven of Venus Dante finds Carlo Martello (Charles Martel, 1271-1294), a beloved friend from his mortal life. Gustave Doré illustration for Dante's Paradise: a masterpiece on posters, tops, bags. Perfect for fantasy poetry lovers and art students.

John Milton’s “Paradise Lost“