Through the ages and across the globe, art has reflected faith. For centuries, artistic production in Europe, and elsewhere, was dominated by Christian themes. This religious art served many purposes, whether as altarpieces in churches to aid in private devotion and educate the faithful, or as propaganda for and against the church, such as its use during the Protestant Reformation.
This winter’s exhibition in the Arrington gallery traces how artists imagined Jesus through examples drawn primarily from the BMA’s own collection. Included are prints, drawings, paintings, sculpture, quilts, flags, and books spanning more than 500 years.
Tuesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: Noon-5pm
First Fridays: open until 9pm
Closed Mondays and Major Holidays
General Admission is FREE
Phone: 205.254.2565
2018/12/08 - 2019/04/22
Birmingham Museum of Art
2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35203