Historical Religious Gatherings

Illustrations of significant historical events involving religious figures, councils, and royal interventions, showcasing intricate details and dramatic expressions.

John Huss the great Bohemian reformer before the council of Constance which condemned him to death.

The posthumous baptism. Engraving by M. Michael. La Ilustracion Artistica, 1884.

The Election of the Boy King - Hunyadi's son Matthias invited to become King of Hungary

John Huss the great Bohemian reformer before the council of Constance which condemned him to death.

Mary of Burgundy (1457-1482). Duchess of Burgundy. Wife of Maximilian I. Mary of Burgundy asking the judges of Ghent to grant clemency to William Hugonet and Guy of Brimeu, Lord of Humbercourt, her two principal advisors. Both were executed on 3 April 1477. Engraving by Brend'amour. La ilustración. Revista hispano-americana, 1884. Author: Richard Brend'amour (1831-1915). German xylograph.

The Prince of Orange at the Council of The Netherlands. The Netherlands, 17th century.

Exorcism. Engraving after a painting by the Spanish painter Serafin Martinez del Rincon. La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, 1878.

The family has met the notary and is waiting for the reading of the testament, 1880, woodcut, England

Travellers seeking refreshment:scene at the gate of a monastery.

Pope Sixtus II handing to St. Laurentius, in 258, the Treasures of the Church, to be distributed amongst the poor

The early 1900s caption reads: "CROMWELL TAKING THE OATH AS LORD PROTECTOR.After the overthrow of the royalists, Cromwell, supported by his soldiers, became the one overshadowing figure among the Puritans. He conquered both Scot-land and Ireland. He conquered the Parliament itself, driving the members out, and summoning a new Parliament composed only of men chosen by himself. This submissive body conferred on him the title of Protector of England, Ireland, and Scotland. The office was to be his for life, and when lie had been formally inaugurated (1653) lie was England's king in all but name.

Germany, Political King Collation or The Democracy of My Lord, Cartoon on the Treaty of Fontainebleau, 1785, verso - stamped, Cartoon on the peace concluded in Paris with which an end was put to the Kettle War, the disputes between the Netherlands and the Austrian Emperor Joseph II, 8 November 1785. The Netherlands paid 8.5 million guilders and accepted other humiliating conditions. In a tent, Emperor Joseph distributes a Dutch cheese among Frederick of Prussia, Catherine the Great, Louis XVI, and representatives of Sweden, Spain, and England. The Dutchman laments his fate. On the left, a night watchman with a lantern warns the other countries that the same fate may befall them. On either side and below the representation, a verse in ten stanzas in German. Parts of the sheet cut out on the sides. Doubled., print, picture, cartoon, prints, pictures, Frederik Muller History plates, height 260 mm, width 368 mm, print maker, printmaker, 1785 - 1786, paper, papier, etching, etchings, engrav

St Elizabeth of Hungary cleansing the Head of a Leprous Beggar

The prince is held over the baptismal font by his mother A bishop pours consecrated water over his head They are surrounded by guests, Baptism of Philip of France, Duke of Orleans Baptism of the prince imperial in the chapel of the gardeners, print maker: Carel Christiaan Antony Last, (mentioned on object), printer: H.L. Smits, (mentioned on object), The Hague, 1818 - 1876, paper, h 222 mm × w 280 mm

The crown offered to William and Mary by the lords and commons at Whitehall, February 12, 1689. Engraved by H. Bourne after E.M. Ward. From the book 'Illustrations of English and Scottish History' Volume II

A Protestant marriage ceremony is performed in Alsace by a priest in the company of the couple's relatives. Etching by P.A. Rajon, ca. 1878, after G. Brion.

According to the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, Hardecanute died due to drinking abuse; the rather unpopular ruler was probably not mourned by many Britons.

Hooghe, Romeyn de, Noordelijke Nederlanden, Loggan, William, Sic Itur Ad Astra Scilicet, Catholics give themselves over to gluttony and lust, Northern Netherlands, Cartoon on the fall of Jacobus II and his Catholic followers including Father Peters (Edward Petre; personification of the bad monk). Interior in which Catholics indulge in gluttony and lust. Banquet in which monks, a priest, a hermit and other Catholic clergy indulge in excessive eating and drinking in the company of naked and scantily clad women. Here also Father Peters who has his foot on the Bible. On the walls are representations of the fox who preaches and hears confessions. On the right, by the bed with the sleeping and naked woman, devils stoke the fire under the world and Avarice counts the money earned. On the left, Envy gnaws at a heart. A personification of Anger keeps the door closed to curious (Protestant) visitors. The women symbolize the seven deadly sins., print, engraving, cartoon, prints, Frederik Muller H

Miguel Lopez de Legazpi (1503-1572). Spanish admiral and governor. The Blood Compact's ceremony between Legazpi and Sikatuna, king of Philippines. Engraving.

The Feast of the Three Kings, people dressed as the saints visit a family with children and bring the blessings, 1880, Germany, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact original date unknown, Europe

Bailliage or Tribunal of the King´s Bailiff. Facsimile of wood engraving in Praxis Rerum Civilium by Josse Damhoudere, Antwerp 1557

Illustration for the Life of Johann Bunel Thomas Armory Bunel's Wedding with Miss Melmoth (Life, Comments and Opinions Johann Bunels Bey Friedrich Nicolai 1778 ') Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726 1801)

The early 1900s caption reads: "THE HUNGARIANS MAKE MATTHIAS THEIR KING.After the death of the mighty Hunyadi, he and his family were declared traitors, and his elder son was executed. At this moment the evil king died, and the Hungarians, rising in defense of the memory of their hero, made his younger son Matthias, a boy of sixteen, their king. We see him surprised by the nobles, in the midst of his studies. His acceptance of their offer was gallant and immediate, and he became Hungary's ablest and most celebrated king."

Tribunal of the King's Bailiff. Facsimile of a woodcut from "Praxis Rerum Civilium" by Josse Damhoudere. Antwerp, 1557. "Moeurs, usages et costumes au moyen-age et a l'epoque de la Renaissance", by Paul Lacroix. Paris, 1878.

Queen Anne of Brittany, Court of the Ladies, 1509 Queen Anne of Brittany, Court of the Ladies, 1509 Copyright: xZoonar.com/Heinz-DieterxFalkensteinx 21664845

At the Christmas mass, illustration by Wilhelm Gause (1853-1916), woodcut from Moderne Kunst (Modern Art), illustrated magazine published by Richard Bong, 1892-1893, Year VII, No 4, Christmas Issue, Berlin.

The Holy Communion, historical illustration in an old Bible, Holy Scripture

The Trial of the Great Scottish hero, Sir William Wallace, a Scottish knight who became one of the main leaders during the Wars of Scottish Independence. Dated 14th Century

A king sits drinking at a table surrounded by revelling courtiers and a man about to vomit. Engraving after J. Jordaens, c. 1640.

CEREMONY OF SWEARING IN THE LORD MAYOR.

The coronation of Napoleon I as Emperor of the French. which took place on Sunday. December 2. 1804. in Notre-Dame Cathedral. France. digital reproduction of a historical original

Feast given to the first white person to come to the Dayak tribe. Borneo Island, Malaysia, drawing by Auguste Lancon (1836 -1887) Journey to the Island of Borneo, 1847 by Carl Schwaner (1817-1851) Le Tour du Monde 1862

Knox preaching before the Lords of the Congregation. Drawn by Sir D. Wilkie.R.A. Engraved by W.Greatbach, from the picture in the collection of Sir Robert Peel, c.1863

The Christening of Prince Frederick William, Crown Prince, in the Marble Palace at Potsdam, 11 June 1882, Germany, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th-century artwork, Europe

A mullah explaining the Law to a group of pupils, in Constantinople. Etching by R. Dalton.

King Charles II of England addresses the standing members of the States General, 1660, Theodor Matham, After Jacob Toorenvliet, 1660 print King Charles II of England addresses a small group of standing members of the States General, 1 June 1660. Episode during his tour through and departure from the Netherlands. The king standing behind a table, on the wall portraits of Stadhouders Willem I, Maurits, Frederik Hendrik and Willem II. Northern Netherlands paper engraving festivities (+ speech, address ~ festive activities)

Bible lesson with an extended family in Alsace, the father reads from the book, 1869, France, Historic, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century original, exact original date not known, Europe

Jesus healing the paralytic in Capernaum. Colored Illustration for The life of Our Lord Jesus Christ written by the four evangelists, 1853

The Wedding Feast at Cana. Illustration for The life of Our Lord Jesus Christ written by the four evangelists, 1853

Zygmunt (Sigismund) II August brings about the Union of Lublin whereby Poland and Lithuania become one nation.

A representation from 'A Harlot's Progress, Plate 6,' depicting the funeral of the main character., 1732

Sunday in the backwoods of Canada. From English and Scottish History, published 1882.

Lady Elizabeth Grey entreating King Edward IV to protect her children. Elizabeth Woodville, later known as Elizabeth Grey, was Queen of England from her marriage to Edward IV. After a print by Willia

Russian Wedding, Russia 19th century. Engraving.

John Wesley preaching on his fathers grave: in the church yard at Epworth Sunday June 6th 1742

Luther and Katharina von Bora, (1936). Creator: Unknown.

Viaticum. Bayot Lithograph after a drawing by Genaro Perez Villamil. Spain. 19th century.

Inquisition. Holy Office in Flanders. 16th-17th century. Engraving by 19th century. Colored.

Ottoman Empire. Banquet held at the court of Topkapi Palace. Engraving. 19th century.

French Revolution. The National Convention sentenced King Louis XVI to death on 17 January 1793 after a vote. On 21 January the king heard his last mass and received his last communion. The king hearing his last mass. Drawing by Hippolyte de la Charlerie. Engraving by Jonnard. "History of the French Revolution". Volume I, 1876. Author: Hippolyte de la Charlerie (1827-1869). Belgian artist.

Cardinal Boucher urges the mother of Edward V to let her son out of Sanctury by John Z. Bell, 1914

John Knox (1505-1572) Religious reformer preaches before the Lords of the Congregation

Hertel, Johann Georg (II), Rijn, Rembrandt van, The Pharisees in the Temple, Jews in a synagogue, Jews in the synagogue, verso - stamped, print, prints, height 71 mm, width 126 mm, print maker, printmaker, 1711 - 1800, paper, papier, etching, etchings, Work conception, Noord-Nederlands, 1606-07-15 - 1669-10-08, after print by, Publication (Event), Publication, German, 1701 - 1800, publisher

King Henry VIII presents the Great Bible to his lords in 1539. an English translation that was an impressive support for his new-found dignity. England. digital reproduction of a historical original

Charlemagne visits St Maarten's school at Utrecht. Date: 790

Henry VIII (1491-1547) king of England from 1509 being presented with the first authorised edition of 'The Bible' in English, Cranmer's Bible, 1540. Copperplate engraving 1824

'Friday' Though they have vowed to eat no meat on Friday, monks are allowed plenty of wine with their Friday meal of fish. Date: 19th century

'Friday' Though they have vowed to eat no meat on Friday, monks are allowed plenty of wine with their Friday meal of fish

The Chevalier de St. George and his council. James Francis Edward Stuart, 1688 - 1766, aka The Old Pretender and Chevalier de St. George, Son of King James II and VII of England, Prince of Wales and

BACH TOCANDO EL ORGANO ANTE FEDERICO EL GRANDE S XVIII. Author: KAULBACH HERMAN. Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). FEDERICO II EL GRANDE REY DE PRUSIA.

'Cardinal Wolsey Entering The Abbey of Leicester', 1530, (mid 19th century). Creator: Albert Henry Payne.

Saint Mary (the Blessed Virgin) and Saint Joseph withh the Christ Child, Saint John the Baptist, Saint Elisabeth and angels. Engraving by M.N. Natalis after S. Bourdon.

Fortune teller, gypsy woman visits a family, prophecy through card game, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century original, exact original date unknown

Joan of Arc in front of her judges. France, Europe. Old 19th century engraved illustration from Histoires de l'Ancien Temps 1889

The convulsionaries the cemetery Saint Medard, vintage engraving. The convulsionaries the cemetery Saint Medard, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1845. Copyright: xZoonar.com/PatrickxGuenettex 10673174

Give of present for the priest. Engraving by H. Werdmuller. "La Ilustracion Iberica", 1884.

The feminine lodge of Mopses, the Grand Mopse welcomes affiliates, Freemasonry, engraving, France, 18th century.

Saint Paul's being used as a pest house during the Plague of London, From Old Saint Paul's by William Harrison Ainsworth, (London 1855), Illustration by John Franklin (fl.1800-61), Engraving

Isaac, hijo de Abraham, patriarca de Israel, bendice a su hijo Jacob (1651 aC.-1506 aC.) en presencia de su esposa Rebeca.

Members of a council, senate or tribunal in session. Etching by J. Amman, 1579.

The Christening of Prince Frederick William, Crown Prince, in the Marble Palace at Potsdam, 11 June 1882, Germany, historical, digitally restored repr...

King Gerard Hulst of Ceylon, Sri Lanka. Dated 17th Century

The Congress of Utrecht. which established the Treaty of Utrecht in March and April 1713 and helped end the War of the Spanish Succession. The treaties were concluded between the representatives of Louis XIV of France and Philip V of Spain. on the one hand. and the representatives of Anne. Queen of Great Britain. the Duke of Savoy. the King of Portugal. and the United Provinces on the other. Digital reproduction of a historical original.

Triumphal procession of Christ with figures from the Old and New Testament (third part) Le triomphe de Jesus Christ (title on object), triumphs (allegorical and symbolic), sibyls, Nicolas de Larmessin (I), 1687 - 1694, paper, etching, h 676 mm w 509 mm

Wassailers at the door of a manor house are offered the wassail bowl by the lady of the house. Date: 16th century

GREGORIO XIII-REFORM CALENDAR 24 / FEB / 1582. Location: ARCHIVO DEL ESTADO. SIENA. ITALIA. GREGORIO XIII PAPA. PAPA GREGORIO XIII.

festivity ball and society dinner France 18th century engraving after Masquelier,

Black and White Illustration: "The Funeral of the Harlot". Engraving after William Hogarth (1697 - 1764) from his series, "The Harlot's Progress"

Lollardy. Political and religious movement that existed from the mid.14th century to the English Reformation. Engraving copy of a picture by J. Schikaneder. La Ilustracion Arti_stica.

Royal Family in Temple, Room, Table, Globe, Cupboard, Simple Accommodation, Humiliation, Loss, Tragedy, Suspension, 18th century, Revolution, History, Historical Illustration 1894

The village church decorated for Christmas Date: 1869 century

Hertel, Johann Georg (II), Rijn, Rembrandt van, The Pharisees in the temple, Jews in a synagogue, Jews in the synagogue, verso - stamped, print, prints, height 70 mm, width 127 mm, print maker, 1711 - 1800, paper, etching, Work conception, Northern Netherlands, 1606-07-15 - 1669-10-08, after a print by, Publication (Event), Publication, German, 1701 - 1800, publisher

Execution in Valencia, Spain, of Canon Baltasar Calvo who led rebels against the French occupation

Historical illustration of an opening of a will by a notary 1880/Historical illustration showing a oublication of a will and testament at the office of a notary 1880, historical, digitally restored reproduction of an original model from the 19th century, exact original date not known, subsequently colored

Willem III sworn as a captain general, 1672; Syn Koninckl. Hoogheit, Mr. Prince of Orangjen, Wert Capitein Generael Gemaeckt den 25 Feb: 1672. Presentation of the appointment of Prince Willem III to Captain General on Dutch Arms Forces, 25 February 1672. Shown is the moment that the Prince takes the EED opposite States General Registrar, Gaspar Fagel. Two small scenes in the background show the banquet and fireworks held in honor of the appointment of the prince.

King Edward VI signs his First death warrant by John Pettie

Melon seller, Italy 19th century.

1500s 1521 MARTIN LUTHER PREACHING IN WARTBURG CASTLE WHILE IN EXILE AND HIDING

TheTrial of a Witch, America, (17th century), 1882. Artist: Unknown

Jean Jouvenel des Ursins, provost of the Merchants of Paris, and his wife Michelle de Vitry, in the Reign of Charles VI. Fragment of period picture, once in Chapel of the Ursins

Nuns and mourning women lamenting the death of a man laid out in an open coffin. Coloured stipple engraving by A.J. Lallemand after F. Gonin after Cominotti.

Photo production of (presumably) a print to a painting by Adolph Tidemand; "Communion of the Sick" Tiedeman. Part of English family album with photos of people, travel, cricket and artworks.

The Wedding of Prince William of Prussia to Princess Victoria of England in the Chapel of St. Jamess Palace in London on 25 January 1858, England, his...

The Last Supper, Raphael Morghen, After Teodoro Matteini, After Leonardo da Vinci, 1768 - 1833 print The fresco 'The Last Supper' by Leonardo da Vinci with Christ among the apostles at a long table. Bible reference and assignment in Submarga. print maker: Italyafter drawing by: Italyafter painting by: Milaan paper etching / engraving Last Supper (in general) (Matthew 26:21-35; Mark 14:18-31; Luke 22:3, 22:15-23; John 13:21-38)

The skeleton of Death as a priest celebrating the wedding between a young woman and an ugly old man. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816.

Clothing, Burgundian fashion in 15th-century Flemish book illumination, shows a coronation ceremony with entourage, women mostly with a double horns bonnet and wide veil, woodcut, France, Europe

An Old Woman looking for brides in the Schoolhouse in Turkey, circa 1880

Church service with girls, Jan Fabius Czn, 1830 - 1889 drawing paper. chalk. watercolor (paint) brush the congregation. preaching (in general)

Historical, digitally restored reproduction from an original from the 19th century, Lord Neagle with the Jew Salamiel, Jewish banker and moneylender and merchant, 1855, England.

Last Supper, 1508 - 1532 print Christ and his twelve disciples sitting around a table. Through a window in the background view of a landscape. Italy paper engraving Last Supper (in general) (Matthew 26:21-35; Mark 14:18-31; Luke 22:3, 22:15-23; John 13:21-38)

The Wedding at Cana, painted 1562-63 (portraits include Francis I of France, Mary of England, Charles V, and, as musicians, Titian, himself, his brother Benedetto, Tintoretto, Jacopo Bassano and Palladio) (detail, left)

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