Anchorite Collection (#5)

The Temptation of Saint Anthony, Mid of 17th cen Artist: Teniers, David, the Younger (1610-1690)
The Temptation of Saint Anthony, Mid of 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Adoration of the Magi with Saint Anthony Abbot, ca 1400. Artist: Anonymous
Adoration of the Magi with Saint Anthony Abbot, ca 1400. Found in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

The Temptation of Saint Anthony. Artist: Teniers, David, the Younger (1610-1690)
The Temptation of Saint Anthony. Found in the collection of the National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo

Saint Jerome, 1618-1619. Artist: Dyck, Sir Anthonis, van (1599-1641)
Saint Jerome, 1618-1619. Found in the collection of the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

La Madonna della Rondine (The Madonna of the Swallow), after 1490. Artist: Crivelli, Carlo (c. 1435-c. 1495)
La Madonna della Rondine (The Madonna of the Swallow), after 1490. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Saint Jerome in his Study, c. 1510. Artist: Catena, Vincenzo di Biagio (ca. 1470-1531)
Saint Jerome in his Study, c. 1510. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Saint John the Baptist Entering the Wilderness, 1455-1460. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (ca 1403-1482)
Saint John the Baptist Entering the Wilderness, 1455-1460. Found in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago

Saint Anthony, ca 1350. Artist: Giovanni di Nicola (active Mid of 14th cen. )
Saint Anthony, ca 1350. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Saints Jerome and John the Baptist, ca 1428-1429. Artist: Masaccio (1401-1428)
Saints Jerome and John the Baptist, ca 1428-1429. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Saint Jerome and the Lion (Predella Panel of the Pistoia Santa Trinita Altarpiece), 1455-1460. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Saint Jerome in his Study (Detail), 1480. Artist: Ghirlandaio, Domenico (1449?1494)
Saint Jerome in his Study (Detail), 1480. Found in the collection of the Chiesa di Ognissanti, Florence

Drawings Prints, Print, Anchorite, man, seated, landscape, long sheet, unfolded, knees
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Anchorite: a partially naked man seated at left in a landscape with what appears to be a long sheet unfolded over his knees, Artist, Mariano Fortuny, 1838-1874

Paphnuce liberating Thais, after 1656 (oil on canvas)
XIR897490 Paphnuce liberating Thais, after 1656 (oil on canvas) by Champaigne, Philippe de (1602-74); 220x335 cm; Musee du Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Paphnuce liberant Thais)

Hermit before a cave, Gillis van Scheyndel I, 1631-1656

Eulogius the hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

Helias the hermit, Johann Sadeler I, Raphael Sadeler I, Maerten de Vos, 1586 - 1588

Incumbent hermit, Jan Weissenbruch, 1837 - 1880

Hilarion the Great as a hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

Mutius the hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

John Cassian as a hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

Malchus of Chalcis as a hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

John the hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

Copres of Egypt as a hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

Macarius of Alexandria as a hermit, Johann Sadeler (I), Raphael Sadeler (I), Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

Hermits in the desert of Nitra, Johann Sadeler I, Raphael Sadeler I, Maerten de Vos, 1583-1588

Piamon Diocles as a hermit, Johann Sadeler I, Raphael Sadeler I, Maerten de Vos, 1583 - 1588

Kneeling hermit, Andries Both, c. 1622 - c. 1642

Don Quixote drinks wine with a hermit in a forest, Caspar Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1696

H. Gregory Nazianzen the Younger, Church Father, Jan Luyken, Zacharias Chatelain II, Francois Halma, 1698

Hermit Johannes Genuwit in the Wilderness, print maker: Jan Luyken, M. de Bruyn, 1701

An executioner is ready to flog a prisoner, a hermit designate the court the person that has robbed him, print maker: Jan Luyken, Dating 1693

Hermit and his visitor sit in an open cabin at a table, print maker: Jan Luyken, Aart Wolsgrein, 1693

GERRIT DOU: THE ANCHORITE. Steel engraving after a painting by Gerrit Dou (1613-1675)

GERRIT DOU: THE HERMIT. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting by Gerrit Dou (1613-1675)

The Hermitage, Chester, Cheshire, England. This is an 18th century building, on the site of an Anchorite, or Hermits Cell, mentioned in records of 1363. Date: 18th century

St John the Egyptian
saint JOHN THE EGYPTIAN hermit, depicted imparting wisdom to a pilgrim visitor (illustration to Wynkyn de Wordes 1495 edition of Vitas patrum )

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"Exploring the Solitude: The Life of an Anchorite" In the captivating painting "Saint Jerome in his Study, " created by Antonello da Messina, we catch a glimpse into the secluded world of an anchorite. This 15th-century artwork portrays Saint Jerome, known for his translation of the Bible, engrossed in deep contemplation within the walls of his study. A similar theme is echoed in "Saint Jerome, " a masterpiece from ca 1606 that showcases this revered saint's devotion to solitude and spiritual reflection. The allure of anchorage extends beyond Saint Jerome alone. In Arnold Bocklin's "Saint Anthony Preaching to the Fish, " we witness another anchorite figure delivering a sermon to aquatic creatures—an allegorical representation of detachment from worldly distractions. Delving further into this reclusive lifestyle, Albrecht Durer's "Saint Jerome in his Cell" offers a more intimate portrayal. Created around 1608, it depicts Saint Jerome immersed in prayer and penance within the confines of his austere cell—a testament to unwavering dedication. The influence and significance attributed to they are evident in works such as "The Virgin and Child with Saints Anthony Abbot and George" by Antonio Pisanello. Painted circa 1440, it highlights how these saints were venerated alongside Mary herself. Moving beyond traditional art forms, Laurie Tayler's thought-provoking sculpture titled "The Anchorite" brings forth contemporary interpretations surrounding seclusion and introspection—inviting viewers to ponder its deeper meaning. Dosso Dossi's intriguing piece titled "Dispute of four Church Fathers on the Immaculate Conception" introduces theological debates among church fathers but also alludes to their potential withdrawal from society as anchorites seeking divine wisdom. Joan Desi's haunting depiction entitled "Saint Anthony the Abbot Tormented by Demons" illustrates not only religious fervor but also the internal struggles faced by anchorites in their quest for spiritual enlightenment.