Prodigal Son
In the image, a forlorn figure in tattered red clothing, symbolizing the Prodigal Son, stands amid a rocky path, gazing down introspectively as he returns home. His surroundings depict a stark contrast between barren cliffs and lush, golden fields where a figure, perhaps his father, awaits with open arms, suggesting hope and reconciliation. Shadows cast by withered trees and distant smoke evoke the hardships and desolation left behind, while a grand estate looms brightly, embodying redemption.
Name/Title
Prodigal SonEntry/Object ID
2009.1.10Description
The weary son leaves the sinful life behind him and returns home to his father. The son leaves from a dirty and dark scene to one of richness and light.Type of Painting
PanelArtwork Details
Medium
OilCategory
On-Display at Calvin Seminary, Biblical, Biblical People, New Testament, Landscape
People
Made/Created
Artist
Edward RiojasDate made
2004Dimensions
Dimension Description
image sizeHeight
30 inWidth
48 inDimension Notes
frame sizeHeight
31-3/4 inWidth
49-1/4 inExhibitions
Prodigal Son: January 7 - February 7, 2009 Center Art Gallery, Calvin College:
Loan - Prodigal @ South Grandville CRC – Grandville, MI: February 19 – April 9, 2009
Loan - Prodigal @ Calvary Baptist Church - Grand Rapids, MI: May 29 - July 3, 2009
Loan - Prodigal @ Our Savior Lutheran Church – Grand Rapids, MI: July 6 – August 5, 2009
Loan - Prodigal @ Beechwood Church – Holland, MI: February 17 – March 3, 2010
Loan - Prodigal @ 2nd Reformed Church, Zeeland, MI March 9 – May 18, 2010
Loan - Prodigal @ Dordt College – Sioux Center, IA: July 2 – October 8, 2010
Loan - Prodigal @ South Bend CRC – South Bend, IN: September 19 – November 11, 2011
Loan - Prodigal @ First Presbyterian Church – Midland, TX: February 22 – April 8, 2012
Loan - Prodigal @ Bella Vista Church – Rockford, MI: May 21 – July 23, 2012
Loan - Prodigal @ Elmhurst CRC, Elmhurst, IL January 10 – February 28, 2013
Loan - Prodigal @ Thornapple Covenant Church, Grand Rapids, MI: May 17 – 20, 2013
Loan - Prodigal @ Acton Institute, Grand Rapids, MI: May 20 – August 22, 2013
Loan - Prodigal @ First Presbyterian Church - Bonita Springs, Florida: March 10 - April 17, 2014
Loan - Prodigal @ Catholic Information Center, Grand Rapids, MI: February 18 - March 30, 2015
Loan - Prodigal @ First Presbyterian Church - Tulsa OK: February 1 - April 18, 2016
Calvin Seminary President's Legacy Society Luncheon: May 18, 2016 @ Prince Conference Center
Prince Conference Center - Calvary Church Christmas Women's event: December 5, 2016
Loan - Prodigal Son @ 1st Presbyterian Church - Colorado Springs, CO: February 20 - April 21, 2017
Loan - Prodigal @ Sojourn Community Church - Louisville, KY: June 18 - August, 2018
Loan - Prodigal @ Grand Rapids Art Museum - Grand Rapids, MI: September 20-21, 2018