Crypte Collection

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Mirjam Delrue

Saint Serge and Bacchus Church in Cairo, crypt, 4th century (photo)
8586242 Saint Serge and Bacchus Church in Cairo, crypt, 4th century (photo) by Coptic (4th Century); (add.info.: Egypt, Cairo. 10 million inhabitants the city. 21 million for the agglomeration)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Crypte; Crypt; Todtengewolbe (engraving)
7195653 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Crypte; Crypt; Todtengewolbe (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crypte; Crypt; Todtengewolbe)

View of the Crypt and the Legend of St. Savin and St. Cyprien (photo)
XIR166598 View of the Crypt and the Legend of St. Savin and St. Cyprien (photo) by French School, (12th century); Abbey Church, Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe

Crypte de la cathedrale de Krakovie, Tombeau de Sobieski (engraving)
3645113 Crypte de la cathedrale de Krakovie, Tombeau de Sobieski (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crypte de la cathedrale de Krakovie)

Fragment of the rood-screen depicting the Nativity, from the Crypt (stone) (b / w photo)
XIR162658 Fragment of the rood-screen depicting the Nativity, from the Crypt (stone) (b/w photo) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres

View of the crypt (photo)
XIR162682 View of the crypt (photo) by French School, (11th century); Dijon Cathedral, Dijon, France; French, out of copyright

Guide me to the light
Mirjam Delrue

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The crypt, a mysterious and intriguing place that holds secrets from the past. From ancient engravings to captivating photos, it offers a glimpse into history and art. In Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Crypte, we explore the depths of this hidden world. The Todtengewolbe engraving transports us to another time, where legends of St. Savin and St. Cyprien come alive in the view of the crypt. At Salon de 1843, an eerie painting depicts monks carrying a coffin through the cathedral's crypt in Bale. Another engraving takes us to Krakow Cathedral's crypt, where Sobieski's tomb lies in solemn silence. A black-and-white photo reveals a fragment of a rood-screen depicting the Nativity from the stone Crypt, and is as if time has stood still within these walls. As we gaze upon another photo capturing the view of the crypt itself, we can't help but feel drawn towards its mystique. Guide me to light becomes our silent plea amidst darkness. Venturing further into this underground realm, at 62 rue des Lombards we discover an unexpected surprise - a meal being enjoyed within these ancient chambers. How extraordinary it must be to dine surrounded by history. Characters Assemblies in a crypt bring forth images of clandestine gatherings held beneath unsuspecting feet - whispers echoing off cold stone walls. Intriguing entrances beckon us towards sepulchral lamps and lacrimoratory sarcophagi within catacombs dating back to 1816. These places hold stories waiting to be unveiled. Finally, we find ourselves standing before the Crypt of Sepulchral Lamp - its flickering light casting shadows on forgotten tombs below ground level. The crypt remains an enigma; its allure irresistible for those seeking connection with centuries gone by. Step inside and let your imagination wander through time as you explore this hidden world beneath our feet.