a visit with jesus

 Bible Art

The Return of the Prodigal Son
Artist: Pompeo Batoni
 1773    Painting

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The biblical parable of the Prodigal Son tells of God’s mercy to a repentant sinner. 

The picture is oil on canvas, measuring 138,4 cm x 100,4 cm x 3 cm.  It was purchased for the imperial picture gallery directly from the artist right after the painting was finished in 1773.

The Return of the Prodigal Son
Artist: James Tissot
 c. 1850    Painting

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The son has spent all his money and now returns to his father, almost without any clothes left. The father welcomes him lovingly without a word of rebuke.


This work is linked to Luke 15:21

…20 So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still in the distance, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him.

21 The son declared, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’

22But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet.…