Crosse Collection (page 3)

St. Louis (1274-97) of Toulouse (tempera on panel)
XIR244130 St. Louis (1274-97) of Toulouse (tempera on panel) by Vivarini, Bartolomeo (1432-99) (attr.to); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tours

St. Louis of Toulouse (1274-97) crowning his brother, Robert of Anjou (1278-1343)
XIR183716 St. Louis of Toulouse (1274-97) crowning his brother, Robert of Anjou (1278-1343) from the Altar of St. Louis of Toulouse, 1317 (tempera on panel) by Martini

St. Honore (coloured engraving)
XIR177956 St. Honore (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

St. Peter, side panel from the altar of the Church of San Pere, Oros (tempera on panel)
XIR228534 St. Peter, side panel from the altar of the Church of San Pere, Oros (tempera on panel) by Spanish School, (13th century); 80x80 cm; Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Detail of St. Cecilia surrounded by St. Paul, St. John the Evangelist, St. Augustine
XAL1154406 Detail of St. Cecilia surrounded by St. Paul, St. John the Evangelist, St. Augustine and Mary Magdalene, c.1513 (oil on panel) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520)

St. Augustine (354-430) c. 1435 (oil on panel)
XIR168703 St. Augustine (354-430) c.1435 (oil on panel) by Witz, Konrad (1400/10-44/6); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; Swiss, out of copyright

Scene of an accident in an Islington street, London
Scene of an accident in an Islington street, North London, with a trolley bus passing by

Crosse & Blackwells Pure Malt Vinegar
Late 19th Century printed tin advertising sign for Crosse & Blackwells Pure Malt Vinegar late 19th century

La Crosse, Wisc. 1873. Print showing La Crosse, Wisconsin from vantage point on the Mississippi River with the Belle of La Crosse steamboat at dock and a steam Transfer Boat the Alex

Crosse & Blackwell - Vinegars and Oils
An assortment of condements mainly the bottles of vinegar and Oil made by Crosse and Blackwell, the illustration also shows various ingrediants of a salad such as tomatoes

Folklore / Insects
CROSSEs ACARI Insect which Crosse believed he had created spontaneously and inadvertently in the course of electro-chemical experiments Date: 1837

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In the bustling streets of Islington, London, a scene of chaos unfolds as an accident takes place. The sound of screeching tires and shattering glass fills the air, drawing attention from passersby. Amidst the commotion, a symbol catches the eye - a crosse. This crosse is not just any ordinary object; it holds deep historical significance. It evokes images of devotion and faith, like the Virgin and Child with St. Benedict from the Priory of St. Hippolytus of Vivoin. This masterpiece depicts a serene moment between mother and child, reminding us of the power of love and compassion. Another representation emerges in the form of St. Nicholas of Bari, portrayed on canvas with meticulous brushstrokes capturing his benevolent spirit. As we gaze at this oil painting, we are reminded that even in times when hope seems lost, there is always someone watching over us. The mention and Blackwells Mixed Pickles advertisement adds an unexpected twist to our journey through time and artistry. A fusion between traditional paintings and modern marketing techniques illustrates how culture evolves while still preserving its roots. Moving further back in history brings us to Disputation on the Trinity painted around 1520 - an intense theological debate captured on panel using vibrant colors that seem to leap out at us even after centuries have passed. A particularly intriguing piece emerges next: St. Nicholas Resuscitates the Three Children Thrown into Brine Tubs from a predella panel dating back to 1425. This tempera painting tells a miraculous tale where faith triumphs over despair – reminding us that miracles can happen when we least expect them. Saint Blaise appears before our eyes next; his image rendered by Brother Carlos' skilled hand during his active years between 1517-1544. The oil-on-wood masterpiece showcases Friar Carlos' talent for capturing intricate details while conveying profound spirituality.