Religious Iconography and Symbolism

An array of illustrations depicting religious figures and symbolism, showcasing ancient art styles and themes related to saints, alchemy, and the passage of time.

St Christopher carrying Jesus Christ by unknown painter, woodcut, 1423, Private Collection

King David playing on a rote, 13th century, (1870). Artist: Unknown

St Christopher carrying Jesus Christ by unknown painter, woodcut, 1423, Private Collection

Alexios I Komnenos, 1057, 1118, was Byzantine Emperor from 1081 to 1118, Historical, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact...

'Transmutation: Symbolic representation of origin of Philosopher's Stone. Heavenly breath blown into Hermetic vessel enclosing Sol and Luna. Metals flow to Earth (toad). From ''Theatrum chemicum britannicum'' by Elias Ashmole, London, 1652.'

Symbol des Christophsorden, Christophorus als Märtyrer und Heiliger verehrt, er zählt zu den vierzehn Nothelfern und ist heute besonders bekannt als Schutzheiliger der Reisenden / Symbol of the Order of St. Christopher, St. Christopher is venerated as a martyr and saint, he is one of the fourteen emergency helpers and today is especially known as the patron saint of travelers, Historisch, historical, digital improved reproduction of an original from the 19th century / digital restaurierte Reproduktion einer Originalvorlage aus dem 19. Jahrhundert, genaues Originaldatum nicht bekannt.

Illustration showing Father Time welcoming in the year 1877

Historical drawing from the 19th century, illustration from the Book of Psalms, King David playing the Cythara teutonica, a lyre

historical clothes - stylized image of Chinese old man in traditional dress from ancient Chinese prints

The priest. Ernst Barlach (Germany, 1870-1938). Germany, 1912. Prints; lithographs. Lithograph

King Cheng of Zhou, the second King of China

1836 Sculpture Show, A Holy water font, indicated to the church of the Madeleine, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1836.

Historical drawing from the 19th Century, representation of an Anglo-Saxon musician, manuscript from the 8th Century

Tlaloc, Nuhualpilli, in the Nahuatl language of the Aztecs and Totonaks the name of one of the oldest and most important deities of pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from the 19th century, exact date unknown

Brother Jonathan, symbolizes the American in the 19th century / Bruder Jonathan, symbolisiert den Amerikaner im 19. Jahrhundert, Historisch, historical, digital improved reproduction of an original from the 19th century / digital restaurierte Reproduktion einer Originalvorlage aus dem 19. Jahrhundert, Originaldatum nicht bekannt.

A young witch gets a lift on the broom of her older companion as they leave for the Sabbat.

Jesus Christ after his Flagellation, c15th century, (1870). Artist: Unknown

Middle Ages, Divided traditional costume, Mi-parti, Pope and King, or secular and spiritual court, At the sides vassals, 12th-13th century, History of fashion, History of costume, Historical, Digital reproduction of an original 19th century original

The Sixth Day of Creation, 1493. Artist: Unknown

Saint Peter holding a key

Engraving depicting a chief deity of Norse Mythology

This drawing depicts the figures of the Holy Roman Emperor Henry II and his wife Kunigunde, from their tomb in the Cathedral at Bamberg in Germany. Henry II was a Ludolfing of the Bavarian line.

abstract cross in italy europe and the sky background

Mother of Sorrows, Mater Dolorosa, specific depiction of the Virgin Mary in a Christian context, which addresses her profound grief for her son Jesus Christ, authentic, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century model, exact date of presentation unknown, historical

Black and white drawing, Christ as the Good Shepherd, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact original date unknown

Black and white drawing, Christ as Orpheus, after a picture from the catacombs of Rome, Italy, Europe

The Latin phrase here, Ego sum Papa, translates as "I am the Pope." This was a French woodcut against Pope Alexander VI (1492-1503), one of the most controversial popes of the Renaissance period. He was a member of the Borgia family.

An engraving depicting the tending of grape vines. engraving after a miniature in a sixteenth Century prayer book

Silhouette of Chinese opera masks, isolated on white background Silhouette of Chinese opera masks, isolated on white background Copyright: xZoonar.com/OleksandrxKostiuchenkox 9756539

A funeral procession, Ancient Egypt History. Old 19th century engraved illustration from El Mundo Ilustrado 1879

religion, clergyman, monk, caricature on the fun-loving life monks, carving, choir stall in the cathedral of Winchester, 13th century, wood engraving, 19th century,

Culture in Assyria, Assyrian Empire Beginning of the 18th century B. C. until its destruction around 609 B. Archer and his shield holder, Historic, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact original date not known

Baptistery of the Church of St. Martin in Canterbury, vintage engraved illustration. Colorful History of England, 1837.

Anglo-Saxon King and Eolderman, 11th century; Black and White Illustration;

Baptismal font of the church of Luxeuil, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1869.

hand sketched drawing illustration of the Risen Resurrected Jesus Christ standing. The Risen Resurrected Jesus Christ standing

Painting titled 'Christ driving the Traders from the Temple' by El Greco (1541-1614) painter, sculptor and architect of the Spanish Renaissance. Dated 1600

Nun ringing a convent bell. From the English Illustrated Magazine, London, 1887.

Margaret, known as Margaret of Antioch in the West, and as Saint Marina the Great Martyr, depicting her with a demon

Byzantine warrior c. 700, Byzantium, Historical, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact date not known

Sketch of Agnes of Austria (1281-1364) daughter of Albert I of Germany and his wife Elisabeth of Tirol. She was Queen of Hungary by marriage. A member of the House of Habsburg. Dated 14th Century

Black and White Illustration from the Loutrell Psalter circa 1340; Breaking up stoney ground

Illustration depicting a King and Minister at a gate performing Justice. Dated 11th Century

Irishmen fighting with axes, from 13th Century illuminated manuscript, MS Royal 13 B viii; Black and White Illustration;

Model of Haida shaman's gravehouse. The Haida are an indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest Coast of North America.

Judaism religion rabbi and two men during prayer drawing after miniature Leipzig Machzor 1310/1320,

Frontispiece of the first book of 'Magia Naturalis' (Of the Causes of Wonderful Things), showing the four elements (Earth, Air, Fire and Water), and the seven planets with their associated humours. Dated 16th Century

Weapons and ornaments typical of the tribes of Ouganda, Africa. Old XIX century engraved from Le Tour du Monde 1864

Norman baptistery Kirkburn Priory, Yorkshire, vintage engraving. Norman baptistery Kirkburn Priory, Yorkshire, vintage engraved illustration. Colorful History of England, 1837. Copyright: xZoonar.com/PatrickxGuenettex 10648708

Woodcut print titled 'Agnus Dei', which translates to 'The Lamb of God'. The figure of a lamb bearing a cross or flag, as an emblem of Christ. Dated 19th Century

Statuette of Guanyin 20th century China. Statuette of Guanyin 61556

Tampatong Idol, Kalimantan. Borneo Island, Indonesia. From Koutei to Banjarmasin, a journey through Borneo by Carl Bock (1849 - 1932)

Saint Christopher a Christian martyr killed in the reign of the 3rd-century Roman Emperor Decius (reigned 249251).mythology, tells that he carried a child, who was unknown to him, across a river before the child revealed himself as Christ. Therefore, he is the patron saint of travellers, and small images of him are often worn around the neck, on a bracelet, carried in a pocket, or placed in vehicles by Christians.

Woodcut depicting the last execution by burning at the stake in England. The Christian bowman (woman) was first hanged, then burned as a punishment for counterfeiting, which was classified as high treason. Dated 18th Century

The Sorcerer, Medicine Man, or Shaman. Artist: Unknown

Last Supper, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1847.

Egyptian Priestess

The Symbol of Saint John from the The Lichfield Gospels aka the St. Chad Gospels, Book of Chad, the Gospels of St. Chad, the St Teilo Gospels, and the Llandeilo Gospels. From Everday Life in Anglo-S

Saint Apollinaris (Apollinare - c453-c520) Syrian saint, Bishop of Valence, France, from 486, greatly loved by his flock. Religion Christian Halo Laurel Wreath

illustration of English tales, folk tales, and ballads. Five angels

Woodcut, God levitates above everything, Genisis 1, 9, creation of the world, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

trade incense porters with incese tree from punt after relief from the funerary temple of the Queen Hatchesput (1504 - 1483 BC) Deir el-Bahari Egypt wood engraving 19th century,

The Passover Bible story linear icon. Hebrews slavery. Ancient Egypt ten plagues. Exodus book Biblical narrative. Thin line illustration. Vector isolated outline drawing. Editable stroke

Kamadeva, Hindu god of human desire, depicted with his traditional bow and arrow, riding a bird. Date: c. 1869

Murder of Ethelbert, vintage engraved illustration. Colorful History of England, 1837.

Coventina's well (Roman) Carrawborough, Northumberland Date: 1893

A woodcut engraving depicting the Hindu conception of the universe, showing it encircled by a snake, the symbol of eternity. Mount Meru represents paradise, the earth below it is supported by six elephants, and below this is the infernal region carried by a tortoise resting on the snake. Dated 17th century

Woman under the safeguard of Knighthood. Allegorical scene with costume from end of 15th century from miniature in Latin Psalm book

Persian King in combat with a Monster Symbolizing Ahriman. Ahriman Angra Mainyu, first incarnation of Evil. Animal killed by the king great relief of

Satirical pamphlet from the 16th Century against the state of the monks in the Middle Ages, the monk calf, a mixture of monk and calf

Tassilo chalice is the name given to a chalice kept in Kremsmuenster Abbey, possibly donated around 780 by the Bavarian Duke Tassilo and his wife Luitpirga, Historical, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact date not known

Manile, pouring vessels for washing hands for the priest, from a monastery in Herford, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, historical, digitally improved reproduction from an original around 1860.

THE EYE OF SHIVA a magical protective sign of the Indians Date: 1933

King David 13th C. Stained Glass

Christian angel. Old 19th century engraved illustration from History of the Bible 1883

Tapestry with Saint Vladimir by Stroganov workshop, wool, silk, gold and silver threads, 1670s, Stroganov School, Russia, Sergyev Possad, State Open-air Museum of the Trinity Lavra of St Sergius, 192x605

How to shout and blow horns. 19th century reproduction of 15th century miniature in the Manuscript of Phoebus

THE TREE OF LIFE of the Jewish Caballa (variously spelt). An old Israelite holds in his hand the SEPHIROTIC TREE; an arrangement of ten sephirot and twenty-two letters. Date: 1516

Line drawing of Frater Mathias Parisiensis kneeling in adoration. Drawn by Matthew Paris. Dated 13th Century

The Liao Dynasty, also known as the Khitan Empire, was a state that ruled over the regions of Manchuria, Mongolia, and parts of northern China proper. It was founded by the Yelü clan of the Khitan people in the same year as the Tang Dynasty collapsed (907), even though its first ruler, Yelü Abaoji (Yaruud Ambagai Khan), did not declare an era name until 916. Although it was originally known as the Empire of the Khitan, the Emperor Yelü Ruan officially adopted the name 'Liao' (formally Great Liao’) in 947. Another name for China in English, Cathay, is derived from the name Khitan. This is also the origin of the Russian word for China, Китай or Kitay, and that of several other East European languages. The Liao Empire was destroyed by the Jurchen of the Jin Dynasty in 1125. However, remnants of its people led by Yelü Dashi established the Xi (Western) Liao Dynasty 1125-1220, also known as Kara-Khitan Khanate, which extended its influence over Central Asia into Persia and survived until t

Book Scanderbeg or book of wonders, vintage engraving. Book Scanderbeg or book of wonders, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1842. Copyright: xZoonar.com/PatrickxGuenettex 10660093

Nergal as a man-lion, Nergal, a deity of the Sumerian-Akkadian, Babylonian and Assyrian religions and model and component of other deities of other ancient Near Eastern peoples. Nergal is the god of the underworld Kurnugia, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact date unknown

Persian King in combat with a Monster Symbolizing Ahriman. Ahriman Angra Mainyu, first incarnation of Evil. Animal killed by the king great relief of Darío palace. Persepolis ceremonial capital of Achaemenid Empire, Unesco World Heritage. Fars Province. Iran. Old engraving illustration from the book Universal history by Oscar Jager 1890

The Tassilo Chalice is an 8th century bronze chalice gilded with silver and gold, located in Kremsmünster Abbey in Austria. Digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, exact original date unknown

The philosophy of Confucius emphasises personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice and sincerity. These values gained prominence in China during the Han Dynasty(206 BC - 220 AD). Confucius' thoughts have been developed into a system of philosophy known as Confucianism. It was introduced to Europe by the Italian Jesuit Matteo Ricci, who was the first to Latinise the name as 'Confucius'. His teachings may be found in the Analects of Confucius, a collection of brief aphoristic fragments, which was compiled many years after his death.

The Ruthwell Cross - partial reconstruction. The cross is now inside Ruthwell church, Dumfrieshire, Scotland. From Everday Life in Anglo-Saxom, Viking and Norman Times, published 1926.

Costumes of the Bourgeoisie, 13th century (1849). Artist: Unknown

Johannes de Doper, anonymous, after Marcantonio Raimondi, 1500 - 1575 print paper engraving John the Baptist; possible attributes: book, reed cross, baptismal cup, honeycomb, lamb, staff

The departure of Priam, vintage engraved illustration.

English Jester

Study for Christ

An engraving depicting Dionysius surrounded by vines and grapes. Dionysius, the god of the grape harvest, winemaking and wine, of ritual madness, fertility, theatre and religious ecstasy in ancient Greek religion and myth. Dated 19th century.

Saint George wearing armour and holding the palm of victory is standing on the dragon; quatrefoil below. Colour lithograph by C.J.W. Winter, ca. 1880.

Illuminated initial depicting Philosophy, the mother of learning. Dated 13th Century

The Sioux tribe performing a bear dance, 1841.Artist: Myers and Co

Thor was the god of thunder, and thus the god of might and war. The son of Odin, he had a magical hammer named Mjollnir that returned to him, a belt of strength, and iron gloves. His chariot was pulled by two goatsTanngrisni ("gap-tooth" ) and Tanngnost ("tooth grinder"). This illustration dates to 1913.

Prayer stall with cloth cover for kneeling worshiper and bible; Catholic church; England 1884

Etching engraving handmade style illustration of Moses raising his staff or rod to part the Red Sea viewed from front set inside circle.. Moses Raising Staff Circle Etching

astrology zodiac sign: Scorpius old Arab image,

Altar inscription, Copan archaeological site. Honduras. Central America. Trip To The Yucatan And The Land Of The Lacandons By Désiré Charnay 1880. Old 19th century engraving from Le Tour du Monde 1906

Stained glass in the Cathedral of St. Peter in Regensburg, briefly Regensburg Cathedral, Bavaria, Germany, historical, digitally enhanced reproduction from an original around 1860.

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