Godparents Collection

The Christening (oil on canvas)
474382 The Christening (oil on canvas) by Simonetti, Ettore (19th century); 101x75.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Page from The Tatler reporting on the godparents to the Queens children, Prince Charles and Princess Anne, as well as the children to whom the Queen has been godmother too including Princess

The Godmother (engraving)
1061444 The Godmother (engraving) by Gow, Mary L. (1851-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Godmother. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Baptism (pen & ink & wash on paper)
XKH179069 The Baptism (pen & ink & wash on paper) by Cano, Alonso (1601-67); 12.8x10.6 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; Spanish, out of copyright

Baptism, 1864. Creator: Anker, Albert (1831-1910)
Baptism, 1864. Private Collection

Infant Baptism in Russia, 1765. Found in the Collection of Muse e du Louvre, Paris

The Baptism in Russia, Mid of the 18th century. Artist: Philips, Caspar Jacobsz. (1732-1789)
The Baptism in Russia, Mid of the 18th century. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Infant Baptism in Russia, 1732. Artist: Picart, Bernard (1673?1733)
Infant Baptism in Russia, 1732. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Christening in Tanum Church. Artist: Backer, Harriet (1845-1932)
Christening in Tanum Church. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Christening Procession in Lausanne, 1873. Artist: Maris, Matthijs (1839-1917)
Christening Procession in Lausanne, 1873. Found in the collection of the Centraal Museum, Utrecht

Baptismal Ceremony, End of 16th cen Artist: Aspertini, Amico (1474-1552)
Baptismal Ceremony, End of 16th cen.. Found in the collection of the The Kress Collection, New York

Godmother / Mother / Baby
A young mother and her baby visit the babys godmother, who puts the pot on for a nice cup of tea Date: circa 1870

Country Christening
A COUNTRY CHRISTENING - countryfolk in their best clothes gather round the font as an infant is initiated into the Christian community, with godparents at hand

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"Godparents: A Sacred Bond of Love and Guidance" In the realm of art, the significance is beautifully captured through various masterpieces. From "The Christening" depicted in oil on canvas to "The Godmother" immortalized in an exquisite engraving, these artworks symbolize the timeless tradition of godparenting. A glimpse into history reveals that even royalty sought guidance for their children through this cherished role. As seen in a page from The Tatler reporting on the godparents to the Queen's children, it becomes evident that this practice transcends social boundaries and holds immense importance across all walks of life. Artistic representations further showcase diverse cultural perspectives on baptismal ceremonies. Whether it be "The Baptism, " rendered meticulously with pen, ink, and wash or Albert Anker's evocative portrayal titled "Baptism, 1864, " each artwork unveils unique customs surrounding this sacred rite. Venturing beyond borders, we witness glimpses into Russian traditions with depictions such as "Infant Baptism in Russia" by Bernard Picart or Caspar Jacobsz Philips' captivating piece called "The Baptism in Russia. " These artworks transport us back to a time when faith played an integral role in shaping familial bonds. Not limited to historical context alone, contemporary artists like Harriet Backer and Matthijs Maris continue to capture the essence of christenings. Their works such as "Christening in Tanum Church" and "Christening Procession in Lausanne" respectively portray joyous moments filled with hope for a child's future journey guided by their loving godparents. Through centuries-old paintings like Amico Aspertini's poignant depiction titled "Baptismal Ceremony, " we are reminded that being chosen as a godparent is not just about attending ceremonies but embracing responsibility. It signifies becoming an additional source of love, support, and guidance for both mother and child.