Oath Collection (page 9)

The Opening of Parliament, 31 January 1893, Mr William Ewart Gladstone
XEE4153526 The Opening of Parliament, 31 January 1893, Mr William Ewart Gladstone, supported by Mr Marjoribanks and Mr H Gladstone, taking the Oath

The Oaths of Strasbourg between Louis the German (876), ruler of East France
XEE4159109 The Oaths of Strasbourg between Louis the German (876), ruler of East France, and his half-brother Charles the Bald ()

The Abjuration of Henry IV King of France at Saint Denis July 25
XEE4159504 The Abjuration of Henry IV King of France at Saint Denis July 25, 1593 - The Abjuration of Henri IV (1553-1610) at St

The Rutlischwur (Rutlis oath) - legendary oath of the Old Swiss Confederacy - The
XEE4143833 The Rutlischwur (Rutlis oath) - legendary oath of the Old Swiss Confederacy - The three Swiss confederates swearing allegiance to Ruetli - Le Oath du Grutli (Rutlischwur) (Patto del Grutli)

The Gaul and the Gauls: Oath of the Gauls
XEE4142820 The Gaul and the Gauls: Oath of the Gauls. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gaul and the Gauls)

Lotharia II (825-869) gave the oath on the gospel before Pope Adrien II (792-872
XEE4169812 Lotharia II (825-869) gave the oath on the gospel before Pope Adrien II (792-872) in Rome in 869. Engraving in " Histoire des Papes-Rois-Queen

Jeanne Chauvin (1862-1926) was sworn in on December 7, 1900
GIA4791618 Jeanne Chauvin (1862-1926) was sworn in on December 7, 1900. (first woman lawyer registered at the Paris Bar) Lithograph by L. Sabattier

The oath of fidelity to the new tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918)
LSE4323986 The oath of fidelity to the new tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918), in the cathedrale Saint Alexandre Nevsky, rue Daru, Paris. Engraving in " Le petit journal" 18/11/1894

French revolution: the federal oath on 14 / 07 / 1790 during the feast of the federation in
JLJ4647325 French revolution: the federal oath on 14/07/1790 during the feast of the federation in Paris. Engraving from 1790. Paris, Bibliotheque de l Arsenal

The oath of the Tennis Court (preparatory drawing, 1789)
LRI4675378 The oath of the Tennis Court (preparatory drawing, 1789) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); Musee et Domaine National de Versailles et de Trianon, Versailles

Sketch for Oath on the Rutli, Female Figure (verso), 1779-81
2970765 Sketch for Oath on the RAotli, Female Figure (verso), 1779-81, 1785-90 (verso) (oil on canvas) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli)

The Oath Of King Vittorio Emanuele III In The Senate Hall, In Rome, Day 11 Corr (colour litho)
2798339 The Oath Of King Vittorio Emanuele III In The Senate Hall, In Rome, Day 11 Corr (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Oath of Rahab and the Spies, Agostino Carracci, Joshua ii (engraving)
2781753 The Oath of Rahab and the Spies, Agostino Carracci, Joshua ii (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oath of Rahab and the Spies)

The Third Estate takes refuge in the Tennis Court (gravure)
666229 The Third Estate takes refuge in the Tennis Court (gravure) by Melingue, Etienne Lucien (1841-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Third Estate takes refuge in the Tennis Court)

The Vaudois taking their oath, illustration from The History of Protestantism
621440 The Vaudois taking their oath, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Nature Study Badge for Scouts, Scout entering a hide, 1929 (colour litho)
472987 Nature Study Badge for Scouts, Scout entering a hide, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho)
472975 A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 5th Scout Law)

Monument to the Prince Imperial in Zululand, illustration from The Graphic
485234 Monument to the Prince Imperial in Zululand, illustration from The Graphic magazine, 1880 (litho) by Nash (fl.1880); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Zulu Chief)

Civil marriage performed by a provincial commissar in Soviet Russia under the aegis of the Red Flag (colour litho)
6033529 Civil marriage performed by a provincial commissar in Soviet Russia under the aegis of the Red Flag (colour litho) by Carrey

G. Marcello kneeling before St. Marco and St. Jerome and the coat of arms of the Marcello
MMT215666 G. Marcello kneeling before St. Marco and St. Jerome and the coat of arms of the Marcello Familly, 1537 (vellum) by Italian School, (16th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

The Vow (w / c on paper)
AEG122850 The Vow (w/c on paper) by Gotch, Thomas Cooper (1854-1931); 93x77 cm; Alfred East Gallery, Kettering Borough Council; eAlfred East Gallery, Kettering; English, out of copyright

Jewish Oath, page from Gli abiti dei Veneziani
TPG188183 Jewish Oath, page from Gli abiti dei Veneziani (ink on paper) (b/w photo) (see 188184 for accompanying illustration) by Grevenbroeck, Jan van (1731-1807); Museo Correr, Venice

Measuring Salt, from Ordonnances Royaux de la Juridiction de la Prevote des
CHT187826 Measuring Salt, from Ordonnances Royaux de la Juridiction de la Prevote des Marchands de la Ville de Paris, 1528 (w/c & gouache on paper) by Verard, Antoine (1450-1519) (attr)

A Parting Benediction- Speak truly on thy knighthood and thine oath
824206 A Parting Benediction- Speak truly on thy knighthood and thine oath, (oil on canvas) by Landseer, Charles (1799-1879); 102x127 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Solemn Engagement, 1647 (engraving)
3744616 The Solemn Engagement, 1647 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A 1647 declaration to the English House of Commons adopted by the General Council of)

The Prince of Wales taking the Oaths as a Peer of the Realm at the Table of the House of Lords (engraving)
1588154 The Prince of Wales taking the Oaths as a Peer of the Realm at the Table of the House of Lords (engraving) by English School

Custom of pyrenees: the oath of peace taken by the delegues of the vallees of Baretous
XEE4173258 Custom of pyrenees: the oath of peace taken by the delegues of the vallees of Baretous and Roncal. One of the newspaper " Le Petite Parisien" on 23/07/1893

Bailly read the text of the Oath of the Jeu de Paume on June 20
LSE4110340 Bailly read the text of the Oath of the Jeu de Paume on June 20, 1789 (the 3 characters in the centre symbolize the rallying of the clerge to the third) by Unknown Artist

Celebration of the 1st National Federation on 14 July 1790 on the Altar of the Fatherland
XEE4113372 Celebration of the 1st National Federation on 14 July 1790 on the Altar of the Fatherland in Champs-de-Mars, on the occasion of the 1st anniversary of the capture of the bastille - in

Lotharia II (825-869) gave the oath on the gospel before Pope Adrien II (792-872
LSE4113051 Lotharia II (825-869) gave the oath on the gospel before Pope Adrien II (792-872) in Rome in 869. Engraving from " The History of Popes", 19th century

Ferdinand I of Bourbon or Ferdinand IV (1751 - 1825), King of Naples
XEE4114410 Ferdinand I of Bourbon or Ferdinand IV (1751 - 1825), King of Naples, inaugurated the constitution of 1820 - in " Storia d Italia", 1864

Installation of the Council of State at the Palais du Petit Luxembourg on 25 December
XEE4404098 Installation of the Council of State at the Palais du Petit Luxembourg on 25 December 1799 (engraving) by Couder

Abdication of King Milan 1st of Serbia (1854-1901), 7 March 1889
XEE4164853 Abdication of King Milan 1st of Serbia (1854-1901), 7 March 1889: the former king takes an oath of obedience and fidelity to his son, Alexander 1st of Serbia (1876-1903)

Oath on the Gospels, France 15th century
LSE4112348 Oath on the Gospels, France 15th century. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oath on the Gospels)

Louis-Napoleon (Napoleon III) swears allegiance to the Republic on December 20th 1848
XEE4149122 Louis-Napoleon (Napoleon III) swears allegiance to the Republic on December 20th 1848 - Oath of Louis Napoleon III (Louis-Napoleon)

Harold, king of the English, swears fealty to Guillaume
XEE4148934 Harold, king of the English, swears fealty to Guillaume, Duke of Normandy (William I) - Harold II (1020-1066) last Anglosaxon king crown in 1064

France in the Middle Ages: the communes - Communal Charter - Oath - Engraving of the end
XEE4146831 France in the Middle Ages: the communes - Communal Charter - Oath - Engraving of the end of the 19th century in " Nos Gires Nationales - Images et recits" by French School

Archeduc Mathias and Prince of Orange take the oath to protect the freedom of
LSE4095154 Archeduc Mathias and Prince of Orange take the oath to protect the freedom of the Netherlands, 1578. by Unknown Artist, (15th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Divine Comedy (La Divina Comedia, La Divine Comedie), Paradiso
XEE4145438 The Divine Comedy (La Divina Comedia, La Divine Comedie), Paradiso, Canto 3: The first realm: Piccarda Donati and the souls whose vows had been broken - by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)

Freemasonry: the oath of the brothers reapers in Potok in 1821
GIA4791449 Freemasonry: the oath of the brothers reapers in Potok in 1821. Engraving from " Picturesque Histoire de la Franc Maconnerie et des Societes Secretes antique et modernes" by

Diana and Callisto (fresco, 1707-1708)
LRI4610787 Diana and Callisto (fresco, 1707-1708) by Ricci, Sebastiano (1658-1734); Palatine Gallery, Pitti Palace, Florence; (add.info.: Diana and Callisto - Diane and Callisto)

Oath of the Armee made to Emperor Napoleon I (1769-1821
JLJ4646019 Oath of the Armee made to Emperor Napoleon I (1769-1821) after the Distribution of the Eagles at the Champ de Mars, 5/12/1804 Detail

French Revolution: oath of the feast of the federation on 14 / 07 / 1790
JLJ4649780 French Revolution: oath of the feast of the federation on 14/07/1790. Engraving of 1798 Paris, archives nationales by French School

King Henry III (1551-1589) presiding over the first ceremony of the Order of the Holy
JLJ4663783 King Henry III (1551-1589) presiding over the first ceremony of the Order of the Holy Spirit (Order of the Holy Spirit) in 1587 Miniature by William Richardiere (16th century)

Hugh Capet takes the Sovereigns Oath - Hugues Capet (circa 941-996
GIA4729086 Hugh Capet takes the Sovereigns Oath - Hugues Capet (circa 941-996) king of the Franks, pronounced the Sovereigns oath in 987 -1882 by Unknown Artist

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"Taking an Oath: From Ancient Traditions to Modern Society" From the sacred Hippocratic oath sworn by doctors to the solemn courtroom oaths, the concept of taking an oath has been deeply ingrained in human history. The Court of Exchequer and Court of Common Pleas witnessed countless individuals swearing to tell the truth, reminding us of the importance of honesty and integrity. Artistic masterpieces like "The Oath of the Horatii" by Jacques Louis David depict powerful scenes where loyalty is pledged, highlighting how they can shape destinies. Even posters warning against illegal oaths in 1834 serve as a reminder that actions have consequences. In historical moments such as during the Sacred Festival and Coronation in Paris (1806) or when women first entered law practice, oaths symbolized progress and inclusion. They marked milestones in society's evolution towards equality and justice. Looking back at medieval times, we envision judges presiding over courtrooms where people swore their allegiance under watchful eyes. Meanwhile, events like the Tennis Court Oath showcased unity among revolutionaries fighting for liberty. Oaths extend beyond legal realms; they guide moral conduct too. The Ten Scout Laws established principles for young minds while Ulsters' Oath emphasized resilience against political changes. As we reflect on these diverse instances throughout history, it becomes evident that they are not mere words but binding commitments that shape our lives. Whether taken with a raised hand or silently within one's heart, an oath carries immense weight - a promise etched into our very being.