The history of Our Lord as exemplified in works of art: with that of His types; St. John the Baptist; and other persons of the Old and New Testament (1864)
176 HISTORY OF OUR LORD. put it to his mouth, and his tongue was burned therewith, so that he was unable afterwards to speak distinctly, even to the end of his days.' 1 This story is seen in Art as early as the 14th century in an Italian Speculum belonging to Mr. Boxall, and it is evident that it… … 67 Moses' Choice. (Giorgione. Uffizj). of the two pictures by Giorgione, in the Uffizj, represents it. Here the figure who holds the brazier may well be the archangel in dis- guise. Instead of the signet ring a plate of fruit is offered. Poussin has two pictures of the first part of the incident —…
Jesus Christ · Christian art and symbolism
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