Pumice Collection

The crowning with thorns. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311)
LRI4571795 The crowning with thorns. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena

The flogging. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311)
LRI4571785 The flogging. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena

DDE-90024567
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024566
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024565
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024564
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024563
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Landscape shot of active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024562
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Landscape shot of active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

The climb to Calvary, detail: on the left Jesus in front of Pontius Pilate
LRI4690605 The climb to Calvary, detail: on the left Jesus in front of Pontius Pilate. 14th century (fresco) by Sienese School, (14th century); Monastero di San Benedetto (Santuario Sacro Spero)

The second interrogation of Christ by Pontius Pilate - Back of the Maesta altarpiece
LRI4571770 The second interrogation of Christ by Pontius Pilate - Back of the Maesta altarpiece, 1308-1311 by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena

Jesus accused by the Pharisees. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311)
LRI4571767 Jesus accused by the Pharisees. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena

Vitrifications, and other Volcanic productions, Plate LII
1275130 Vitrifications, and other Volcanic productions, Plate LII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Lava, Scoria, and Pumice stones of Mount Versuvius, Plate LI
1275129 Lava, Scoria, and Pumice stones of Mount Versuvius, Plate LI, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

The cycle of months: detail Pontius Pilate washes his hands. 12th century (fresco)
LRI4664897 The cycle of months: detail Pontius Pilate washes his hands. 12th century (fresco) by Spanish School, (12th century); Colegiata de San Isidoro, Leon, Castilla y Leon

Jesus Christ in front of Pontius Pilate, initial letter, 15th century (miniature)
LRI4597501 Jesus Christ in front of Pontius Pilate, initial letter, 15th century (miniature) by Girolamo da Cremona (fl.1467-75); Duomo, Siena

Christ and Pontius Pilate Tapestry made in the manufactures of Brussels
LRI4705283 Christ and Pontius Pilate Tapestry made in the manufactures of Brussels. 16th century Genes, Musei di Strada Nuova by Belgian School, (16th century); Musei di Strada Nuova, Palazzo Rosso

Passion of Jesus, ecce homo (Fresco, 1594-1600)
LRI4692172 Passion of Jesus, ecce homo (Fresco, 1594-1600) by Ciampelli, Agostino (1577-1642); Santa Prassede, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Episodes of the Passion of Christ)

Specimens of volcanic matter, from Campi Phlegraei
1275135 Specimens of volcanic matter, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (hand coloured engraving) by Fabris

Christ before Pontius Pilate. Detail. Low relief of the left pulpit, c. 1460 approx
LRI4594389 Christ before Pontius Pilate. Detail. Low relief of the left pulpit, c.1460 approx by Donatello, (c.1386-1466); San Lorenzo, Florence

Pontius Pilate washes his hands. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311)
LRI4571825 Pontius Pilate washes his hands. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena

Jesus in front of Herod. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311)
LRI4571772 Jesus in front of Herod. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena

Specimens of volcanic matter found in the crater of Vesuvius, Plate XXXXVI
1275124 Specimens of volcanic matter found in the crater of Vesuvius, Plate XXXXVI, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Specimens of volcanic matter taken from the inside of the crater of Vesuvius
1275122 Specimens of volcanic matter taken from the inside of the crater of Vesuvius, Plate XXXXIV, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

Ecce Homo Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius) presenting Christ to the crowd of Jews
JLJ4579525 Ecce Homo Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius) presenting Christ to the crowd of Jews. painting by Quentin Metsys (1466-1530) (ec.flam.) 16th century Sun

Christ before Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius). Xylography of Urs Graf from 1514
XEE4414836 Christ before Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius). Xylography of Urs Graf from 1514. Private collection. Milan. by Graf

Ecce Homo. (oil on canvas, 1616-1620)
LRI4610243 Ecce Homo. (oil on canvas, 1616-1620) by Procaccini, Giulio Cesare (1574-1625); Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Ecce Homo)

Ecce Homo Fresco by Gaudenzio Ferrari (1475 ca-1546) 1542 Milan
LRI4690816 Ecce Homo Fresco by Gaudenzio Ferrari (1475 ca-1546) 1542 Milan, Basilica di Santa Maria delle Grazie Italy by Ferrari, Gaudenzio (1474/80-1546); Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan

Passion of Christ: Jesus and Pontius Pilate (oil on wood, 1434)
LRI4609649 Passion of Christ: Jesus and Pontius Pilate (oil on wood, 1434) by Vaga, Perino del (Pietro Buonaccorsi) (1501-47); Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan

Christ before Pontius Pilatius: Seeing that the people wanted the death of Jesus
XEE4415145 Christ before Pontius Pilatius: Seeing that the people wanted the death of Jesus and fearing a riot, Pilate took water, washed his hands before the crowd saying

Passion: "Christ before Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius)"
LRI4692131 Passion: " Christ before Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius)" Fresco by Agostino Ciampelli (1577-1642) 1594-1600 Rome, Basilica of Santa Prassede by Ciampelli

Plate IX from Campi Phlegraei: Observations of the Volcanoes of the two Sicilies
2919845 Plate IX from Campi Phlegraei: Observations of the Volcanoes of the two Sicilies by William Hamilton, 1776 (hand-coloured engraving) by Fabris

View of a section of a part of the cone of Astruni taken at the entrance of this volcano
1275102 View of a section of a part of the cone of Astruni taken at the entrance of this volcano, Plate XIX from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

Royaumont Bible, New Testament: Ecce homo. Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius
XEE4137973 Royaumont Bible, New Testament: Ecce homo. Pontius Pilate (Pontius Pilatius) presents Jesus Christ with thorns to the crowd saying, " Here is the Man". Illustration from 1811

Ecce Homo, Christ presented to the People. (oil on panel, 1518-1520)
LRI4608972 Ecce Homo, Christ presented to the People. (oil on panel, 1518-1520) by Massys or Metsys, Quentin (c.1466-1530); Prado, Madrid

Jesus in front of Pontius Pilate. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311)
LRI4571766 Jesus in front of Pontius Pilate. Maesta altarpiece (tempera and gold on wood, 1308-1311) by Duccio di Buoninsegna, (c.1278-1318); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Siena

Christ before Pontius Pilate Painting by Tintoretto (Jacopo Robusti) (Tintoret
LRI4652660 Christ before Pontius Pilate Painting by Tintoretto (Jacopo Robusti) (Tintoret) (1518-1594) 1566-1567 Dim 515x390 cm Venice Scuola di San Rocco Italy by Tintoretto

White cliffs of Iturup island
Alexey Kharitonov

Iceland, abstract ash and ice formation on the Solheimajokull Glacier

Iceland, abstract ice, ash and meltwater flume on the Solheimajokull Glacier

Iceland, abstract ash and blue ice formation on the Solheimajokull Glacier

Pompeii, Campania, Naples, Italy, 2015. Creator: Luis Rosendo
Pompeii was an ancient Roman city near modern Naples in the Campania region of Italy, in the territory of the comune of Pompei

Vitrifications, and other Volcanic productions, 1776
Vitrifications, and other Volcanic productions, Plate LII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

View of a section of a part of the cone of Astruni taken at the entrance of this volcano, 1776
View of a section of a part of the cone of Astruni taken at the entrance of this volcano, Plate XIX, . from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

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"Pumice: A Symbolic Journey through Art and History" In the realm of art, pumice stands as a silent witness to profound moments captured on canvas. Just like its porous texture, these masterpieces reveal intricate details that transport us back in time. One such masterpiece is the Maesta altarpiece, adorned with tempera and gold on wood from 1308-1311. Within its sacred frame lies the depiction of Jesus Christ's crowning with thorns - a poignant reminder of his suffering for humanity's redemption. Another panel within this altarpiece portrays the Flagellation Standard, painted in 1480-1481. The artist skillfully uses tempera on panel to depict the brutal flogging endured by Jesus before his crucifixion, evoking deep emotions within those who behold it. Pontius Pilate, an influential figure during Jesus' trial, also finds his place in history through artworks like Matthias Stom's painting from 1600-1650. Here we see Pontius Pilate washing his hands to signify his disagreement with condemning Jesus Christ - a moment frozen in time that continues to resonate centuries later. The engraving from the middle of the 19th century captures another significant encounter between Jesus and Pontius Pilate. This anonymous artwork immortalizes their meeting before judgment was passed upon our Savior - an image that speaks volumes about sacrifice and divine destiny. As we delve into these artistic treasures labeled DDE-90024567 to DDE-90024562, one particular detail catches our eye: Jesus standing before Pontius Pilate during their climb to Calvary. It serves as a powerful reminder of how pivotal this interaction was in shaping human history. Pumice may seem unrelated at first glance; however, it symbolically mirrors these artworks' essence. Just as pumice gently exfoliates rough surfaces revealing hidden beauty beneath, so too do these paintings peel away layers of time, exposing the profound significance of these moments.