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Urie Collection

"Urie: A Tragic Figure Caught in the Web of David and Bathsheba's Tale" In the intricate tapestry of David and Bathsheba's story, Urie emerges as a tragic figure

Background imageUrie Collection: Ms Lat 623 P. 6. 23 f. 49r David and Bathsheba, from the Office of the Virgin (vellum)

Ms Lat 623 P. 6. 23 f. 49r David and Bathsheba, from the Office of the Virgin (vellum)
ALG176822 Ms Lat 623 P.6.23 f.49r David and Bathsheba, from the Office of the Virgin (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Estense, Modena, Emilia-Romagna

Background imageUrie Collection: David and Bathsheba (w / c on paper)

David and Bathsheba (w / c on paper)
CHT327008 David and Bathsheba (w/c on paper) by Iranian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miniature produced by a Jewish Persian artist; David et Bethsabee;)

Background imageUrie Collection: Bathsheba Welcomed at Court, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c. 1510-15 (tapestry)

Bathsheba Welcomed at Court, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c. 1510-15 (tapestry)
PWI110168 Bathsheba Welcomed at Court, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c.1510-15 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); Musee National de la Renaissance, Ecouen

Background imageUrie Collection: Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 57 King David coveting Bathsheba, from the

Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 57 King David coveting Bathsheba, from the
XJL197033 Ms Lat. Q.v.I.126 f.57 King David coveting Bathsheba, from the Book of Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum) by Colombe, Jean (c.1430-c.93); total:225x155 cm; National Library, St

Background imageUrie Collection: Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 58v David sending Uriah to his death

Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 58v David sending Uriah to his death
XJL197035 Ms Lat. Q.v.I.126 f.58v David sending Uriah to his death, from the Book of Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum) by Colombe, Jean (c.1430-c.93); total:225x155 cm; National Library, St

Background imageUrie Collection: Uriah the Hittite Sent to His Death, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c

Uriah the Hittite Sent to His Death, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c
PWI110167 Uriah the Hittite Sent to His Death, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c.1510-15 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); Musee National de la Renaissance, Ecouen

Background imageUrie Collection: Bathsheba receives two messengers from David at the fountain, c. 1510-15 (tapestry)

Bathsheba receives two messengers from David at the fountain, c. 1510-15 (tapestry)
XIR375798 Bathsheba receives two messengers from David at the fountain, c.1510-15 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); Musee National de la Renaissance, Ecouen

Background imageUrie Collection: David and Uriah

David and Uriah
BOO48868 David and Uriah by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: 2nd book Samuel, Old Testament)

Background imageUrie Collection: Bathsheba ordered to the Palace, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c. 1510-15 (tapestry)

Bathsheba ordered to the Palace, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c. 1510-15 (tapestry)
PWI110166 Bathsheba ordered to the Palace, Tapestry of David and Bathsheba, c.1510-15 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); Musee National de la Renaissance, Ecouen

Background imageUrie Collection: Le cadavre du propbete Urie enseveli parmi les derniers du peuple (engraving)

Le cadavre du propbete Urie enseveli parmi les derniers du peuple (engraving)
3625920 Le cadavre du propbete Urie enseveli parmi les derniers du peuple (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageUrie Collection: Fol. 51r David and Bathsheba, from Heures de l Usage de Rome (vellum)

Fol. 51r David and Bathsheba, from Heures de l Usage de Rome (vellum)
XIR177292 Fol.51r David and Bathsheba, from Heures de l Usage de Rome (vellum) by French School, (16th century); Musee National de la Renaissance, Ecouen

Background imageUrie Collection: Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 58 David spying on Bathsheba as she bathes

Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 58 David spying on Bathsheba as she bathes
XJL197034 Ms Lat. Q.v.I.126 f.58 David spying on Bathsheba as she bathes, from the Book of Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum) by Colombe, Jean (c.1430-c.93); total:225x155 cm; National Library

Background imageUrie Collection: The S. R. Dover Boat Train, Hauled by Sir Gawain A King Arthur Type Locomotive, c1930

The S. R. Dover Boat Train, Hauled by Sir Gawain A King Arthur Type Locomotive, c1930
The S.R. Dover Boat Train, Hauled by " Sir Gawain" A King Arthur Type Locomotive, c1930. The well-known S.R. [Southern Railway] Dover Boat Train ascending Grosvenor Road Bank

Background imageUrie Collection: 4. 6. 2. Tank Engine No. E. 518, early 1900s. Creator: Unknown

4. 6. 2. Tank Engine No. E. 518, early 1900s. Creator: Unknown
4.6.2. Tank Engine No. E.518, early 1900s. Southern Railway steam locomotive. Postcard. [The Locomotive Publishing Co. London]

Background imageUrie Collection: David and Bathsheba, 1562 (oil on canvas)

David and Bathsheba, 1562 (oil on canvas)
XIR182165 David and Bathsheba, 1562 (oil on canvas) by Massys or Metsys, Jan (1509-75); 162x197 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: wife of Uriah the Hittite; femme d Urie; ); Dutch


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"Urie: A Tragic Figure Caught in the Web of David and Bathsheba's Tale" In the intricate tapestry of David and Bathsheba's story, Urie emerges as a tragic figure. From ancient vellum manuscripts to captivating watercolor paintings, his presence is felt throughout history. One such depiction can be found in Ms Lat 623 P. 6. 23 f. 49r, where David and Bathsheba are portrayed on delicate vellum. Urie's absence hints at the impending tragedy that awaits him. Moving forward, we encounter another rendition in vibrant watercolors on paper - David and Bathsheba caught in a passionate embrace (David and Bathsheba (w/c on paper)). Here, Urie remains oblivious to their illicit affair. The tale unfolds further through an exquisite tapestry from c. 1510-15 known as "Bathsheba Welcomed at Court. " It captures the moment when she enters King David's court after her husband's demise (Tapestry of David and Bathsheba). Urie's fate has been sealed by deceitful hands. Ms Lat Q. v. I. 126 offers us glimpses into this heart-wrenching narrative with two powerful scenes - King David coveting Bathsheba (f. 57) followed by his sinister act of sending Urie to his death (f. 58v). The weight of guilt hangs heavy upon these pages. Another poignant tapestry reveals how messengers from King David approach Bathsheba at the fountain (c. 1510-15) bearing news that seals her destiny forevermore (tapestry: "Bathsheba receives two messengers from David"). In this moment, we witness the intertwining lives of Uriah, bathed in innocence, and those consumed by power-driven desires. David and Uriah stand side by side as comrades-in-arms before tragedy strikes them both ("David and Uriah").