Disobedient Collection

Isobel Gowdie
At her 1662 trial, Scottish witch ISOBEL GOWDIE tells how since 1647 she and her companions were visited by Black John who chastised disobedient witches

Mumbo Jumbo coming to a village to chastise a disobedient wife. 1824 (engraving)
5615904 Mumbo Jumbo coming to a village to chastise a disobedient wife. 1824 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Disobedient Prophet, 1620s. Creator: Lambert Jacobsz
The Disobedient Prophet, 1620s. The Old Testament recounts how God sent a prophet to Bethel to denounce the practice of idol worship

Cigar Smokers, mid 19th century. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Cigar Smokers, mid 19th century. Miller sets the scene of this comical sketch with this caption: "Lady of the mansion gives strict orders that there is to be no drinking or smoking at her

One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai (image 3 of 6), between 1863 and 1866. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai (image 3 of 6), between 1863 and 1866

Akasaka (numbered 37); "Fujikawa (numbered 38)" (image 3 of 4), c1802. Creator: Hokusai
Akasaka (numbered 37); "Fujikawa (numbered 38)" (image 3 of 4), c1802. From Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido(Tokaido gojusan tsugi)

Japanese School; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Japanese School; A European Sojourn in Japan, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Worship of the Golden Calf, c.1530. Creator: Lucas van Leyden
Worship of the Golden Calf, c.1530. Other Title(s): Triptych with the Adoration of the Golden Calf

The Disobedient Prophet, 1793. Creator: Benjamin West
The Disobedient Prophet, 1793

Girl on a Chimney Stack (oil on board)
Ma447065 Girl on a Chimney Stack (oil on board) by Tarrant, Percy (1855-1934); 7.5 X 5 inches cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Fake Elephant (coloured engraving)
979214 The Fake Elephant (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fake Elephant.); © Look and Learn

Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law, engraved by Hotelin, c. 1868 (engraving)
OTB182322 Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law, engraved by Hotelin, c.1868 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Disobedient Prophet Slain (engraving)
3630981 The Disobedient Prophet Slain (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Disobedient Prophet Slain)

The Disobedient Prophet, 1620-9 (oil on canvas)
3588385 The Disobedient Prophet, 1620-9 (oil on canvas) by Jacobsz. Lambert (c. 1598-1636); 107x136 cm; National Museum, Stockholm

Sugar and Spice, 1879 (oil on canvas)
692702 Sugar and Spice, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Munier, Emile (1840-1895); 94.6x63.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Death of the disobedient priests (engraving)
976548 Death of the disobedient priests (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the disobedient priests)

Hugh Capet, King of the Franks, and the rebellious Count Adalbert of Perigord, 987 (engraving)
3647245 Hugh Capet, King of the Franks, and the rebellious Count Adalbert of Perigord, 987 (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hugh Capet)

School-boys Flogging the Schoolmaster, illustration from The Comic History of Rome by Gilbert Abbott a Beckett
LLM438627 School-boys Flogging the Schoolmaster, illustration from The Comic History of Rome by Gilbert Abbott a Beckett, published c.1850 (digitally enhanced image) by English School

Gustave Dore Bible: The disobedient prophet slain by a lion (engraving)
5221421 Gustave Dore Bible: The disobedient prophet slain by a lion (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The disobedient prophet slain by a lion)

The Triumph of Pride, from The Cycle of the Vicissitudes of Human Affairs, plate 3, 1564

Aaron and the Israleites Worshipping the Calf, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Aaron and the Israleites Worshipping the Calf, 1890. The golden calf was an idol made by the Israelites, Aaron built an altar to the idol (Exodus 32:6) and proclaimed the next day a feast

William the Conqueror seizing his Brother Odo, Bishop of Bayeaux & Earl of Kent, 1773. William, then Duke of Normandy, made his half-brother Odo, Bishop of Bayeaux in 1049

Woman with dog, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
Woman with dog, c1950. Naughty, naughty boy - tell Mummy where you ve been - TELL HER!. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design

Jonah vomited by the great fish upon the shore. Book of Jonah. Chapter 2. Engraving

The Disobedient prophet Kings. Date: circa late 19th century

Rebellion of conscripts from Alsace-Lorraine, from Le Petit Journal, 1st November 1896
XIR248136 Rebellion of conscripts from Alsace-Lorraine, from Le Petit Journal, 1st November 1896 (coloured engraving) by Meaulle

Landscape with a prophet torn by a lion from Judah, print maker: Jan van Londerseel, Gillis Claesz. de Hondecoeter, Claes Jansz. Visscher II, 1601 - 1652

Mongrel puppy (Canis familiaris) ripping feathers out of red pillow, side view

The Disobedient Prophet
A prophet is sent by God against Jeroboam but he is tricked by a false prophet to eat food when God has told him not to, so God rather unkindly sends a lion to eat him

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"Defiance and Rebellion: Exploring Disobedience through Art" In the world of art, disobedience takes on various forms, challenging societal norms and pushing boundaries. From historical events to mythical tales, artists have captured moments of rebellion that continue to captivate audiences today. Isobel Gowdie's "Girl on a Chimney Stack" portrays a young girl fearlessly defying expectations by perching atop a chimney stack. Her audacity is mirrored in "The Fake Elephant, " where an artist's imagination runs wild with colorful engravings, creating an illusionary creature that challenges reality itself. Religious narratives also delve into disobedience. In "Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law, " Hotelin's engraving captures Moses' frustration as he shatters the commandments due to his people's defiance. Similarly, "The Disobedient Prophet Slain" depicts consequences faced by those who challenge divine authority. Artists like Titus Manlius Beheading His Son Heinrich Aldegrever explore moral dilemmas arising from familial disobedience. The painting raises questions about loyalty and sacrifice when personal desires clash with duty. Social hierarchies are not immune to acts of rebellion either. Hugh Capet confronts Count Adalbert in their engraved encounter, highlighting power struggles within medieval society. Meanwhile, Gilbert Abbott a Beckett humorously illustrates schoolboys flogging their master in "School-boys Flogging the Schoolmaster, " reminding us that even institutions face resistance. Gustave Dore's biblical engravings depict prophetic figures facing dire consequences for their defiance against divine will - whether it be slain by lions or met with death itself. Lastly, Jean-Baptiste Greuze’s “Sugar and Spice” offers a glimpse into everyday life where children mischievously indulge in forbidden treats despite parental warnings – showcasing how small acts of disobedience can shape character development.