Antique Dutch Bible School Chart “The Tabernacle in the Desert”

Antique Dutch Bible School Chart “The Tabernacle in the Desert” | Van Lummel’s Biblical Series No. 2 | Canvas with Wooden Rods ca. 1930–1950

Introduction:
A genuine classroom relic that brings both faith and Dutch educational heritage to life. This original Dutch school chart titled “The Tabernacle in the Desert” is part of the respected series “Van Lummel’s Biblical Charts.” In a time before digital media, such charts gave visual form to sacred stories for generations of children. With its warm earth tones, varnished canvas, and original wooden rollers, it is both a striking piece of vintage décor and a meaningful cultural object.

Maker or publisher:
Published by Redaktiebureau ‘Zeeland’ in Goes, Netherlands, this chart is part of the Van Lummel’s Biblical Series – designed for Protestant-Christian primary schools. The series is named after Hendrik Dirk van Lummel (1823–1897), an early pioneer in Dutch educational illustration. While Van Lummel likely did not create this exact image, his legacy and vision are deeply tied to this visual teaching method.

Use and decoration:
Used in early 20th-century Dutch classrooms as a visual aid for Bible lessons, this chart illustrates the Israelites encamped around the Tabernacle in the desert, as described in the Book of Exodus. The image includes the sacred tent, the pillar of smoke, and surrounding dwellings. Today, this makes a beautiful decorative object for those who collect religious artwork, vintage educational materials, or church furnishings. Perfect for prayer spaces, study rooms, spiritual libraries, or historical interiors.

Perfect as a gift:
Looking for a thoughtful and meaningful gift? This original religious school chart is a wonderful present for theologians, pastors, church historians, collectors of Christian heritage, or teachers. Ideal for ordinations, anniversaries, retirements, or as a sacred art piece for a chapel, office, or retreat space. When framed, it becomes a unique and symbolic visual statement.

Facts & specifications:

• Type: Antique religious school chart

• Series: Van Lummel’s Biblical Charts, No. 2

• Title: The Tabernacle in the Desert

• Publisher: Redaktiebureau ‘Zeeland’, Goes (Netherlands)

• Date: Circa 1930–1950

• Dimensions (metric): 75 cm wide × 53 cm high

• Dimensions (imperial): 29.5 in × 20.9 in

• Materials: Printed varnished canvas (linen or cotton), wooden rods, metal caps

• Colors: Earth tones, yellow sand, white tents, brown, black, red accents

Collectibility & investment:
School charts from this series are increasingly rare, especially in good condition. They are valued by collectors of religious, educational, and cultural artifacts. The value of such pieces has remained steady and tends to rise when offered as part of a series. Even as a standalone item, this chart has decorative and historical appeal and fits beautifully into vintage or spiritual collections.

Condition:
This chart is in fair to good vintage condition. The canvas is still tight and the colors remain vibrant. Some slight yellowing is visible near the top edge—likely from sunlight or natural aging of the canvas. The wooden rods are original and intact, with only minor signs of wear. Overall, this is a well-preserved and characterful example of Dutch religious educational art.

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Tags:
biblical school chart, tabernacle, religious art, vintage teaching chart, christian heritage, antique wall chart, exodus illustration, van lummel, dutch religious poster, canvas school chart, sacred decor, church vintage art, spiritual gift

Materials:
canvas, linen, cotton, wood, metal, printing ink