Sacrificing Collection

The New Jerusalem, c1900. Christ, who has redeemed the world through his Crucifixion, waits at the entrance to The New Jerusalem to welcome the saved

Costume design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) by I. Stravinski, 1930. Private Collection

The Girl. Costume design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) by I. Stravinsky, 1912. Found in the collection of the State Central A. Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Depiction of Abraham sacrificing Isaac, Gate of Paradise door of the Baptistry of San Giovanni, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Florence, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Ultrafashionable lady. Costume design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) by I. Stravinsky, 1912. Found in the collection of the State Central A

The Temptation of Christ, ca 1885. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Feast in the House of Simon the Pharisee, 1570. Artist: Veronese, Paolo (1528-1588)
Feast in the House of Simon the Pharisee, 1570. Found in the collection of the Musee de l Histoire de France

Greek relief of a family sacrificing
Greek relief of a family making an offer at an altar of Zeus. The father is holding a Patera

Alexander the Great on the eve of Gaugamela
Alexander the Great at the fire altar on the eve of the battle of Gaugamela. The scene, described by Plutarch followed a portentous eclipse of the moon

The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1616 (oil on panel)
XIR90050 The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1616 (oil on panel) by Lastman, Pieter (1583-1633); 36x42 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Dutch, out of copyright

Stage design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) by I. Stravinsky. From a private collection

The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1635. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1635. God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac as a test of his faith (Genesis, XXII: 1-13)

India - Calcutta - Sacrificing a goat early 1900s

TIBETANS YAK SACRIFICE
Tibetans sacrificing a yak : at the death of a tribesman the animal is precipitated from a high cliff on which it has been driven Date: 1905

Gilles de Rais(1404-1440) is accused of evoking the Devil by sacrificing small children, for this and other wickedness he is condemned to death. Date: circa 1440

Tapestry panel depicting The Sacrifice of Isaac, made in Sheldon, England, 16th century (wool)
3576250 Tapestry panel depicting The Sacrifice of Isaac, made in Sheldon, England, 16th century (wool) by English School, (16th century); 49.5x48.2 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Sacrificing wild bulls, 18th century (engraving)
5617338 Sacrificing wild bulls, 18th century (engraving) by Scheuchzer, Johann Jakob (1672-1733); (add.info.: illustration from Physique sacree, ou Histoire-naturelle de la Bible)

The Sacrifice of Iphigenia (oil on canvas)
3433123 The Sacrifice of Iphigenia (oil on canvas) by Tornioli, Niccolo (1598-1651/2); 247x172 cm; Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Tornioli Nicolo 1622-51)

The sacrifice of Elijah, ca. 1653. Creator: Luca Giordano
The sacrifice of Elijah, ca. 1653

The sacrifice to Priapus (the larger version), ca. 1499-1501. Creator: Jacopo de Barbari
The sacrifice to Priapus (the larger version), ca. 1499-1501

Jephthah about to sacrifice his daughter (oil on canvas)
886535 Jephthah about to sacrifice his daughter (oil on canvas) by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Jephte sur le point de sacrifier sa fille)

Capital with a relief depicting the Sacrifice of Abraham (stone)
XIR171502 Capital with a relief depicting the Sacrifice of Abraham (stone) by French School, (12th century); Musee Ochier, Cluny, France

Achilles sacrificing his hair for Patroclus, 1800-5 (pen and ink wash on paper)
903194 Achilles sacrificing his hair for Patroclus, 1800-5 (pen and ink wash on paper) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825); Kunsthaus, Zurich

The Sacrifice of Isaac, from The Bible of Jean de Sy, c. 1355 (vellum)
BLY159973 The Sacrifice of Isaac, from The Bible of Jean de Sy, c.1355 (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France

The Sacrifice of Abraham (fresco)
ALG192828 The Sacrifice of Abraham (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palazzo Arcivescovile, Udine, Italy

The Three Angels, detail of The Hospitality of Abraham and the Sacrifice of Isaac, 6th century (mosaic) (see 154709)
XIR322556 The Three Angels, detail of The Hospitality of Abraham and the Sacrifice of Isaac, 6th century (mosaic) (see 154709) by Byzantine School, (6th century); San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy

A Sacrifice, copied from a relief on Trajans Column, 1565. Creator: Leon Davent
A Sacrifice, copied from a relief on Trajans Column, 1565

A sacrifice, copied from Trajans column, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
A sacrifice, copied from Trajans column, ca. 1540-45

A Sacrifice, mid-16th century. Creator: Leon Davent
A Sacrifice, mid-16th century

A Sacrifice, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
A Sacrifice, 1540-56

The Sacrifice of Isaac, late 17th - early 18th century (ink on paper)
909570 The Sacrifice of Isaac, late 17th - early 18th century (ink on paper) by Iranian School; 8.5x6.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: after a European original); Photo © Christies Images

MS Hunter 229 f. 9v Angel ordering the sacrifice of Isaac and the Angel arresting the sacrifice of Isaac
5675697 MS Hunter 229 f.9v Angel ordering the sacrifice of Isaac and the Angel arresting the sacrifice of Isaac, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink)

Abrahams Sacrifice of Isaac, from Landscapes with Old and New Testament Scenes and Hunting Scenes, 1584

Death of Abel, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
Death of Abel, n.d

Abrahams Sacrifice, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
Abrahams Sacrifice, n.d

Lupercalia (recto), and Sketches of Figures (verso), n. d. Creator: Sir James Thornhill
Lupercalia (recto), and Sketches of Figures (verso), n.d

Vase with Sacrifice Scene, France, Early to mid 19th century

Ewer, England, c. 1790. Creator: William Adams & Sons Ltd
Ewer, England, c. 1790

Fragment of a Temple Doorway Lintel, Chandella period, c. 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of a Temple Doorway Lintel, Chandella period, c. 11th century

Ceremonial Grinding Table (Metate) in the Form of a Feline, A. D. 500 / 1000
Ceremonial Grinding Table (Metate) in the Form of a Feline, A.D. 500/1000

Ceremonial Grinding Table (Metate), A. D. 1 / 500. Creator: Unknown
Ceremonial Grinding Table (Metate), A.D. 1/500

Vessel Depicting a Sacrificial Ceremony for a Royal Accession, A. D. 650 / 800
Vessel Depicting a Sacrificial Ceremony for a Royal Accession, A.D. 650/800

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"Sacrificing: A Timeless Theme of Humanity's Journey" Throughout history, the concept has been deeply ingrained in human culture. From ancient civilizations to modern times, individuals have willingly given up something valuable for a greater purpose. In "The New Jerusalem" from c1900, we witness the sacrifice made by communities as they build a new future together. In Nicholas Roerich's costume design for the ballet "The Rite of Spring, " created in 1912 and later in 1930, we see how sacrifice is portrayed through art. The Girl symbolizes the sacrificial victim who dances with fervor and passion until her ultimate demise. This depiction echoes the biblical story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac on the Gate of Paradise door. Stage designs for "The Rite of Spring" further emphasize this theme. They transport us to an era where sacrifices were made to appease gods and ensure bountiful harvests or victory in battle - just like Alexander the Great on the eve of Gaugamela. In Paolo Veronese's painting "Feast in the House of Simon the Pharisee, " we witness another form of sacrifice - that which comes from selflessness and compassion. As Christ forgives sins at this feast, he demonstrates his willingness to give up personal comfort for spiritual salvation. Even Greek reliefs depict families making sacrifices, highlighting their devotion towards deities or ancestors. These acts demonstrate a sense of duty and honor within society. "The Temptation of Christ" ca 1885 captures Jesus' resistance against worldly temptations before embarking on his sacrificial journey towards redemption. It serves as a reminder that sometimes one must forego immediate pleasures for long-term fulfillment. Lastly, Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "The Sacrifice of Isaac" shows Abraham's unwavering faith as he prepares to offer his son as a sacrifice but is ultimately stopped by divine intervention. This narrative reflects the complexity of sacrifice, where one's devotion is tested but ultimately rewarded.