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Religious Illustrations of the Christ

Historical illustrations depicting key biblical events, featuring the Madonna, the birth of Christ, and the Last Supper, rendered in artistic styles of the past.

Email painted with the representation of the birth of Jesus Christ in a silver list, anonymous, c. 1872 - in or before 1878 photograph photographic support albumen print story of the birth of Christ (Luke 2:1-20)

Photo production of a print, representing the worship of the sages, anonymous, c. 1863 - in or before 1868 photograph photographic support albumen print adoration of the kings: the Wise Men present their gifts to the Christ-child (gold, frankincense and myrrh)

Photo production of a print, representing the wedding in Kana, Anonymous, c. 1868 - in Or Before 1873 photograph photographic support albumen print Christ orders (six) jars to be filled with water ~ marriage-feast at Cana

Photo production of a drawing, representing the annunciation; Cartoon of the annunciation. .

Two decorations of pews for church guardians in the St Michael in Cornhill, Anonymous, c. 1857 - in or before 1867 photograph Left: a cross with the characters for Alfa and Omega, right: a Eucharistic cup from which a rose without thorns. St Michael photographic support albumen print bench. the Eucharist ~ the fourth of the seven sacraments. alpha and omega ~ symbol of God the Father. the cross ~ symbols of Christ

Monstrans van Sint Aldegonde, anonymous, c. 1871 - in or before 1876 photomechanical print cardboard ostensorium, monstrance

FotoreProduction van A family of nobles (beggars) in front of the blood council door charles soubre, anonymous, After Charles Soubre, c. 1871 - in gold before 1880 photograph This photo is part of an album. Shutter photographic support albumen print political tribunal (+ court room)

Photo production of a drawing of the Cross of Christ by Albrecht Dürer, Anonymous, After Albrecht Dürer, c. 1860 - in or before 1870 photomechanical print paper photolithography drawing, sketch. carrying of the cross: Christ bearing the cross, alone or with the help of others (e.g. Simon the Cyrenian)

Smiling monk with a bottle in hand, c. 1885 - in or before 1896 photomechanical print France paper smiling. bottling of wine. monk(s), friar(s)

Interieur Van de Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins in Rome, Anonymous, c. 1850 - In OR BEFORE 1860 photograph Rome photographic support albumen print interior of church Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins

Photo production of a painting, representing the shepherds arrive at the stable in Bethlehem, Anonymous, after Henry Lerolle, c. 1883 - in or before 1888 photograph photographic support albumen print adoration of the Christ-child by the shepherds; Mary and Joseph present

Photo production of a painting of the crucifixion of Christ by Justus van Gent, Georges Raynaud, After Justus van Gent, c. 1886 - in or before 1891 photograph photographic support crucified Christ with Mary and John on either side of the cross; Holy Rood

Description: Pataung women. Southern Shan States. Location: Southern Shan States, Burma Date: 1903 Description: Pataung & Taungye women Southern Shan States. Location: Southern Shan States, Burma Date: 1903 burma

Two priestly robes in the church of Marke in Kortrijk, Belgium, Joseph Casier, c. 1891 - In or Before 1896 photomechanical print Kortrijk paper collotype liturgical vestments, canonicals Kortrijk

Traveling group of Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany for the Omarmoskee in Jerusalem, Israel, Augusta Victoria (Empress of Germany), 1898 - in Or Before 1899 photomechanical print Jerusalem paper collotype temple, shrine ~ Islam, Mohammedanism. adult man (+ more than eight persons) Emarmosque

The traditional house of Simon the Tanner. A Mohammadan sanctuary. On the south side of the court of the house there is an arched recess, in which a lamp is always kept burning, and where pilgrims perform their devotions. A well of good water and a fig tree add to the attractiveness of this 'place'.. Fenn, Harry (1838-1911). Prints, Illustrations. 1881 - 1884. Dorot Jewish Division. Fig trees , Israel, Wells , Israel, Water pipes (Smoking), Shrines , Israel, Prayer , Islam

Reproduction of a painting of the triumph of the Eucharist, presumably by Bartolomeo Schedoni, Robardet, After Bartolomeo Schedoni, c. 1878 - in or before 1883 photomechanical print Paris paper the Eucharist ~ the fourth of the seven sacraments

Ossuarium van de Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins in Rome, Anonymous, c. 1855 - In OR BEFORE 1860 photograph Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins paper albumen print charnelhouse, ossuary Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins

Pilaren met reliëf, William H. Griggs, c. 1863 - in or before 1868 photograph photographic support albumen print Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism. column, pillar ~ architecture India

Photo production of a print to a painting, representing the feast of the holy rosary. .

View of a pulpit in the cathedral of Strasbourg, Anonymous, c. 1897 - in Or Before 1902 photomechanical print Strasbourg (France) paper pulpit, ambo, chancel

Nine faces on churches in West Dorset, Anonymous, c. 1868 - in Or Before 1873 photomechanical print. photomontage paper church (exterior)

Two fragments of pillars, William H. Griggs, c. 1863 - in or before 1868 photograph photographic support albumen print Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism. column, pillar ~ architecture India

Photo production of a print by Constant-Louis-Antoine Lorichon from the Madonna del Divino Amore by Rafaël. .

Two decorations of the episcopal pew in the St Michael in Cornhill, Anonymous, c. 1857 - in or before 1867 photograph Left: a coat of arms and a bishop's staff, right: two swords and a monogram. St Michael photographic support albumen print bench. coat of arms (as symbol of the state, etc.). bishop's throne

Photo production of a painting of the grave of Pope Cornelius near the catacombs of Sint-Calixtus in Rome, Anonymous, c. 1855 - in or before 1860 photograph Rome paper albumen print grave, tomb Catacombs of Sint-Calixtus

Photo production of a painting by Beatrice Cenci on the way to her execution by Paul Delaroche, Robert Jefferson Bingham, after Paul Delaroche, in or after 1855 - in or before 1858 photograph Paris paper. albumen print / engraving procession ~ Christian religion. (public) prayer

Two faces on a Rikah in Mecca, one with unknown groom, Abd al-Ghaffar, 1889 photomechanical print This print is part of an album. Mecca paper. cardboard collotype throne. historical persons not known by name Mecca

View of the church of Cilgerran, Charles Allen, c. 1862 - in or before 1867 photograph Crucifixion photographic support albumen print church (exterior) Crucifixion

Photo production from a print to a painting, representing the hymn of Maria, Anonymous, After Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, c. 1861 - In or Before 1871 photograph photographic support albumen print Mary magnifying the Lord ('Magnificat')

Photo production of a print, representing Adam and Eva praying in paradise. .

Photo reproduction of a print, representing Satan lying next to a demon. .

Photo production of a drawing, representing Reverend Sandford as an angel next to a student and a cook, Anonymous, c. 1855 - In or Before 1866 photograph photographic support albumen print caricatures (human types). student life. angels. cook

Photo production of the burial of Christ by Antoine Wiertz, Edmond Fierlants, after Antoine Joseph Wiertz, c. 1863 - in or before 1868 photograph photographic support albumen print Christ's body on or in the grave

Photo production of a painting, representing a Roman company leaves for Jerusalem after the crucifixion of Christ, Anonymous, c. 1883 - in or before 1888 photograph photographic support albumen print the crucifixion of Christ: Christ's death on the cross; Golgotha (Matthew 27:45-58; Mark 15:33-45; Luke 23:44-52; John 19:25-38)

Interior of the ruin of the Saint Patrick's Cathedral on the rock of Cashel, Hemphill, c. 1854 - in or before 1864 photograph Rock of Cashel photographic support albumen print ruin of church, monastery, etc.. parts of church interior: transept Rock of Cashel

Pilgrims who walk into Bethlehem, Anonymous, c. 1882 - in or before 1892 photomechanical print Bethlehem paper pilgrim(s) Bethlehem

Photo production of a face on Saint Lubentius in Dietkirchen, Cundall & Fleming, After Anonymous, c. 1858 - in or before 1868 photomechanical print paper church (exterior) Dietkirchen

Portrait of a minister of Sikkim, c. 1858 - in or before 1868 photograph Sikkim photographic support albumen print human races; peoples; nationalities

Interieur van de mosquita te córdoba, Anonymous, c. 1874 - In or Before 1884 photomechanical print Mosque paper collotype interior of church Mosque

Photo production from a print to a painting, representing the throne Madonna between Saints, Anonymous, After Correggio, c. 1870 - in or before 1876 photomechanical print paper Madonna: Mary sitting or enthroned, the Christ-child in her lap (or in front of her bosom) (Mary sometimes represented half-length). saints

Photo production from a print to a painting, representing the marriage of the Virgin Mary, Anonymous, After Rafaël, c. 1882 - in or before 1887 photograph photographic support albumen print marriage of Mary and Joseph, 'Sposalizio': they are married by the high priest

Etching by Christophe Guérin from 1790 depicting the coronation of Christ, showing detailed figures, ceremonial elements, and Baroque composition.

Men in the crucifix of the Saint John of Lateranen in Rome, Anonymous, c. 1863 - In or Before 1873 photograph Rome photographic support albumen print cloisters ~ monastery. old man Sint-Jan van Lateranen

Copper engraving and etching by Vincent Marie Langlois the Younger, late 18th century, depicting the Holy Family with St. Elisabeth and the young John the Baptist with detailed figures and setting.

Description: Native processes - pounding and packing "kabubu", a dessicated form of pandanus which can be kept for long periods. Location: Kiribati Description: Native processes - pounding pandanus and making a coconut-leaf plate. Location: Kiribati

Doopvont in Saint Mary's Church te Staindrop, anonymous, c. 1878 - in or before 1888 photograph Saint Mary's Church photographic support albumen print baptismal font. interior of church

Two singing women with veil, Constant Puyo, c. 1900 - in Or Before 1905 photomechanical print paper adult woman. singing of psalms, hymns, etc.

Reproduction of a drawing of a ceremony with Mary van Teck by S. Begg, Lascelles & Co., after S. Begg, c. 1895 - in or before 1900 photomechanical print paper princess

Crucifix, anonymous, c. 1860 - in or before 1865 photograph photographic support albumen print Altarcross, Crucifix

Photo production of a painting, representing the three kings on dromedaries, anonymous, c. 1865 - c. 1870 photograph photographic support albumen print journey of the three Wise Men to Jerusalem. hoofed animals: dromedary

A woodcut by Hans Suess von Kulmbach from 1505-1507 depicting the Garden of the Rosary Madonna and Christs path to Jerusalem, with figures and landscape.

Two sculptures from P So, Anonymous, c. 1890 - in or before 1895 photomechanical print paper collotype statues, paintings, etc. ~ objects of worship (Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism) Nakhon Pathom

Reproduction of a design in mosaic in the apse of St. Pudentiana with Christ and his apostles, Franz Kellerhoven, After Anonymous, c. 1859 - in or before 1864 photomechanical print Paris paper photolithography Christ. the twelve apostles ~ other themes

Photo production of a painting of the cross decrease by Paul Delaroche, Robert Jefferson Bingham, after Paul Delaroche, c. 1853 - in or before 1858 photograph Paris paper. albumen print / engraving Christ is laid down ~ descent from the cross

Three actors in costume from the passion in Obergammerau in 1871, Joseph Albert, c. 1867 - in or before 1872 photograph Oberammergau photographic support albumen print actor (on the stage). stage costume. stage costume - CC - female. Passion of Christ Oberammergau

Santa Zita and the angel, Frederick Hollyer, after Francesca Alexander, c. 1875 - in or before 1885 photograph photographic support female saints. angels. coat, cape

Rockshust with a church at Étretat. .

Monk in a monastery in Florence, M. Watson, c. 1894 - in or before 1899 photomechanical print München paper cloisters ~ monastery. monk(s), friar(s) Florence

Photo production of a painting or print of Christ with an angel, Anonymous, 1860 - 1900 photograph This photo is part of an album. photographic support albumen print painting, drawing and the graphic arts. adult Christ together with angels

Copper engraving by Sébastien Bourdon depicting Maria and Elisabeth with Jesus and John, created in the mid-17th to 18th century, showing figures in detailed composition.

Decoration in the Union Church in Shanghai and a steamboat with decorations for the diamond anniversary of Victoria of the United Kingdom, W.R. Kahler (Possible), 1897 photograph Shanghai photographic support albumen print commemoration, jubilee. festivities (+ wreath, garland ~ festive activities). steamship, motorship Shanghai

Jean Dughets etching and copper engraving illustrating the seven sacraments, with clergy, laity, and liturgical objects in structured religious compositions.

Léonard Gaultier's copper engraving from 1581-1649 depicts Christ explaining teachings, with detailed figures, narrative elements, and Christian symbolism.

Photo production of a print by Constant-Louis-Antoine Lorichon of the Madonna del Divino Amore by Rafaël, Joseph Cundall (Possible), After Constant-Louis-Antoine Lorichon, c. 1859 - in or before 1869 photograph photographic support albumen print Holy Family, and derived representations

View of a temple in Japan, Douglas slading (Possible), c. 1882 - in or before 1892 photomechanical print Japan paper collotype temple, shrine ~ Shinto

Photo reproduction of a print, representing the last supper. .

Agaek it is a uaral angel of the Quanel , and wareal, cra. 1890 -year-old is or passed by the 1900 photomechanical print Way Qelt paper dale, valley. brook Way Qelt

Copper engraving and etching by François Perrier from 1610-1670 depicting Mater Divine Gratia, showing the Virgin Mary in religious iconography with detailed composition.

Chapel of Elijah, Mount Sinai. Roberts, David (1796-1864). Croly, George (1780-1860). Prints, Illustrations. 1842 - 1849. Dorot Jewish Division. Middle East , Description and travel, Prayer, Chapels , Egypt, Elijah (Biblical prophet), Sinai, Mount (Egypt)

Ossuarium in De Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins in Rome, Anonymous, c. 1850 - In OR BEFORE 1860 photograph Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins photographic support albumen print charnelhouse, ossuary Santa Maria of the conception of the Capuchins

Photo production of a painting, representing the interior of a church during a service, Anonymous, After Johannes Bosboom, c. 1868 - in or before 1878 photograph photographic support albumen print interior of church. divine service ~ Christian churches

Photo production of a print by Joseph that is recognized by his brothers, Anonymous, c. 1871 - in or before 1880 photograph This photo is part of an album. Shutter photographic support albumen print admitted in Joseph's presence, the brothers bow down before him

Reproduction of a painting of the body of Christ in the lap of Mary by Anthony van Dyck, Anonymous, After Anthony Van Dyck, c. 1874 - in or before 1879 photomechanical print This print is part of an album. Shutter paper Christ's body supported by Mary, others present

A group in the slave-market in Cairo.. Roberts, David (1796-1864). Croly, George (1780-1860). Prints, Illustrations. 1842 - 1849. Dorot Jewish Division. Middle East , Description and travel, Clothing & dress , Egypt , Cairo, Slaves , Egypt , Cairo

Ornamented fence and a drunk monk. .

The redemption: adoration of the cross..

Diptych, anonymous, c. 1867 - in or before 1872 photomechanical print London paper sculpture (+ relief ~ sculpture). Madonna: i.e. Mary with the Christ-child. the crucifixion of Christ: Christ's death on the cross; Golgotha (Matthew 27:45-58; Mark 15:33-45; Luke 23:44-52; John 19:25-38)

Relief in the Sint-Jacobskerk in Liège, on which the road of Christ is depicted with the cross, M. Zeyen, c. 1867 - in or before 1872 photograph Saint-Jacques (Liège) photographic support albumen print stations of the cross

A lithograph by Johann Nepomuk Strixner from 1828 depicting John the Baptist, showing him in traditional iconography with a cross and garment.

Jewish shrine at Meirôn. The town of Safed appears on the hill beyond, and on the right there is a glimpse of the Sea of Galilee. During the annual festival pilgrims burn shawls, robes, and kerchiefs, more or less costly, at this venerated shrine.. Fenn, Harry (1838-1911). Prints, Illustrations. 1881 - 1884. Dorot Jewish Division. Meron (Israel), Tiberias, Lake (Israel), Shrines , Israel , Meron

Group of kneeling people and portrait of two men in traditional clothing, anonymous, c. 1950 - c. 1960 photograph photographic support gelatin silver print historical persons. ritual practices ~ non-Christian religions. kneeling on both knees. adult man Dutch East Indies, The

Reproduction of a design with crucifiers and the resurrection by Painlevé, Choquet, Painlevé, After Anonymous, c. 1859 - in or before 1864 photomechanical print Paris paper photolithography violent death by crucifixion upright. resurrection and ascension of the two witnesses of God. painting (including book-illumination, miniature-painting)

Diptych of St. Paul, anonymous, c. 1858 - in or before 1868 photograph photographic support albumen print sculpture (+ relief ~ sculpture). the apostle Paul of Tarsus; possible attributes: book, scroll, sword. throne

Photo production of a print, representing Christ heals a leper man. .

Speak Lord; for thy servant heareth", anonymous, c. 1860 - in or before 1865 photograph photographic support albumen print one person praying

Copper engraving and etching by Pietro Bettelini depicting Christ and the Samaritan woman, showing figures, gestures, and setting, created in 1784.

A copper engraving and etching by Bartholomäus Kilian from 1654 depicting Christ on the cross, showing detailed anatomy and religious symbolism.

The entry of Christ in Jerusalem, Carl Stockmann, c. 1885 - in or before 1890 photomechanical print Oberammergau paper collotype entry into Jerusalem: people spreading their clothes before Christ on the ass, and waving palm branches (Matthew 21:1-11, 21:14-16; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-40; John 12:12-19). group of actors, troupe; actors on the stage

Church of St. Maria III Trastevere at Rome, anonymous, c. 1858 - in or before 1868 photograph photographic support albumen print saints. adult Christ with Mary

Vilnius. Cathedral, photography of the image of Rusiecki's canuta, "Last Supper"; Zdanowscy, Edmund and Bolesław; Before 1939 (1930-00-00-1939-00-00);

Engraving by Wallerand Vaillant depicting St. Joseph with the Christ child and St. Christophorus, created between 1640 and 1677, showing religious figures and symbolic elements.

Geishas who arrive at a tea house in Japan for a performance, Kōzaburō Tamamura, c. 1896 - c. 1906 photomechanical print Japan paper collotype tea garden, garden restaurant. performance (+ artist in non-work situation) Japan

Four portraits of unknown actors such as apostles from the passion in Oberammergau in 1871, Joseph Albert, c. 1867 - in or before 1872 photograph Oberammergau photographic support albumen print historical persons not known by name. other groups of apostles. Passion of Christ Oberammergau

Reproduction of four designs including Mary with Child and Christ with John the Baptist, Régamey, After Alexis Nicolas Noël, c. 1859 - in or before 1864 print Paris paper Madonna: i.e. Mary with the Christ-child. Christ. series of scenes from the life of John the Baptist

Michael Scott's Tomb, anonymous, c. 1861 - in or before 1871 photograph Melrose Abbey photographic support albumen print interior of church. grave, tomb

Vignette with faith, Dirk Janszoon van Santen, After Ottmar Elliger (II), 1700 print The personification of faith, sitting between rolls of manuscripts and cross with flame above head. Sheet in the second part of the Prent Bible with the New Testament, published by Pieter Mortier, Amsterdam 1700. paper. deck paint. engraving Faith, 'Faith'; "Fed ',' Faith Catholic ',' Fed Christian ',' Fed Christian Catholic Church '(Ripa) ~ One of the Three Theological virtues

View of a temple in Dalin and a group portrait of Taiwanese children, Anonymous, c. 1891 - In or Before 1896 photomechanical print paper collotype temple, shrine ~ non-Christian religions. anonymous historical persons portrayed in a group, in a group-portrait Taiwan

View (presumably) the Buddha statue of the temple kotoku-in in Kamakura, William Kinnimond Burton (Possible), c. 1882 - in or before 1892 photomechanical print Kamakurajapan paper collotype sculpture. Buddha, founder of Buddhism. temple, shrine ~ Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism

Portrait One Tukozy Rao Holkar, Holkar Maharadja; Hiz Heinnes were Maharaja Holkar. Hindus Indore .

This copper engraving and etching by François Godefroy, created between 1803 and 1818, depicts Saint Mary Penitent, emphasizing her posture, expression, and symbolic attributes of repentance.

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