Rituel Collection (page 3)

Temple of Abu Simbel, Pharaoh worshiping Ra (fresco)
8586622 Temple of Abu Simbel, Pharaoh worshiping Ra (fresco) by Egyptian; The Great Temple, Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt.Abu Simbel temple)

Luxor Temple: Sacrificed cows (relief)
8585963 Luxor Temple: Sacrificed cows (relief) by Egyptian; Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

19eme siecle;Annees 1900;20eme siecle;Annees 10;arme;armee;art;couleur;croyant;foi;France;Europe ;garde
7305479 by Lybaert, Theophile Marie Francois (1848-1927); Musee d'Art et d'Histoire, Narbonne, France; © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2022

Les Vestales: detail. 19th century (oil on canvas)
7299011 Les Vestales: detail. 19th century (oil on canvas) by Gamelin, Jacques (1738-1803); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Carcassonne

Adoration of images in Siberia, drawing by Eve Felinska, to illustrate his memories of exile in Siberia in 1839
LSE4324862 Adoration of images in Siberia, drawing by Eve Felinska, to illustrate his memories of exile in Siberia in 1839

The family of a first communicant holding a candle and wearing a white armband
LSE4316309 The family of a first communicant holding a candle and wearing a white armband. At the Abbey of Septfontaines, Bourmont (Haute Marne)

The wish of the plague, procession April 22, 1630 The inhabitants of the city of Puy thank the Black Virgin for having
JLJ4644311 The wish of the plague, procession April 22, 1630 The inhabitants of the city of Puy thank the Black Virgin for having saved them from the epidemic of plague

Human Sacrifice in the Gauls (oil on canvas)
YOU4420007 Human Sacrifice in the Gauls (oil on canvas) by Isabey, Jean-Baptiste (1767-1855); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Chambery, Savoie, Rhone-Alpes, France; (add.info.: Human Sacrifice in the Gauls)

Patera with shaped handle, from Melfi, Chiuchiari, tomb F
LRI741042 Patera with shaped handle, from Melfi, Chiuchiari, tomb F by Greek School, (5th century BC); diam: 30 cm; Museo Archeologico Nazionale Massimo Pallottino, Melfi, Potenza, Basilicata

Scene before the Lord. Drawing comes from a Chinese vase
JLJ4666491 Scene before the Lord. Drawing comes from a Chinese vase. Painting by Jean Antoine Fraisse (18th century), 1735. Chantilly

Greek at the time of the Republics: Wedding Procession, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702545 Greek at the time of the Republics: Wedding Procession, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ancient Greece : Ritual Bull Sacrifice - Greece at the time of the kings
XEE702556 Ancient Greece : Ritual Bull Sacrifice - Greece at the time of the kings, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann

Little altar with winged Nike
LRI741067 Little altar with winged Nike by Greek School, (5th century BC); height: 27.7 cm; Antiquarium, Locri, Calabria, Italy; Luisa Ricciarini; Greek, out of copyright

Arrival di Bacco sull isola di Andros (Baccanale degli Andrii)
JLJ4643334 Arrival di Bacco sull isola di Andros (Baccanale degli Andrii). Arrival from Bacchus on Andros Island. Image depicting Fete of satires and bacchantes in honor of the divinite Bacchus

Ancient Egypt : Worship of Apis Bull, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702563 Ancient Egypt : Worship of Apis Bull, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

The doge of Venice Alvise IV carries by the gondoliers after his election Square Saint
JLJ4678837 The doge of Venice Alvise IV carries by the gondoliers after his election Square Saint Mark in 1763 Painting by Francesco Guardi (1712-1792) 1770 Sun

St. Martins Messe. Painting of the Castilian School (oil on wood)
AIS5386254 St. Martins Messe. Painting of the Castilian School (oil on wood) by Spanish School, (15th century); Museo de Bellas Artes, Bilbao, Spain; eIberfoto; Spanish, out of copyright

Ritual Hu vase, Chou Dynasty, 8th-6th century BC (bronze)
XIR192485 Ritual Hu vase, Chou Dynasty, 8th-6th century BC (bronze) by Chinese School; Musee Guimet, Paris, France; Chinese, out of copyright

Passover Seder Haggadah in a Jerusalem jewish home, with wine and matsa

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"Exploring the Richness of Ritual: From Christian Sacraments to Ancient Traditions" Rituals have long played a significant role in human history, encompassing various aspects of religious and cultural practices. One captivating example is "The Extreme Anointing, " a 17th-century oil painting that depicts the sacrament of Christian life. The vibrant colors and intricate details transport us back to an era when faith was deeply intertwined with art. Moving forward in time, we encounter glimpses into different periods and regions. In the late 19th century, Orientalism influenced artistic representations like "Les Vestales. " This mesmerizing oil on canvas captures the essence of tradition and belief prevalent in France and Europe during this period. However, not all rituals depicted are serene or celebratory. A haunting Romanian engraving portrays the tragic tale surrounding the Tisza-Elzlar affair in Hungary—a dark reminder of how rituals can be twisted for nefarious purposes. Shifting our focus to another form of ritual expression, Domenico Veneziano's wood painting from the 15th century showcases flagellation as a means of devotion. Such acts were common during that era among believers seeking spiritual enlightenment. Traveling further back in time through engravings, we witness funeral rites during the Age of Reindeer—an intriguing glimpse into ancient customs practiced by our ancestors. In contrast to these historical depictions lies Eve Felinska's drawing illustrating her memories of exile in Siberia. Her portrayal highlights adoration towards images within Siberian culture—an intriguing blend between religion and tradition unique to that region. Capturing more intimate moments within rituals brings us closer to everyday life experiences. Paul Emile Theodore Ducos' photograph showcases a family celebrating their first communicant—a touching moment filled with joyous symbolism at Abbey Septfontaines. One cannot overlook how rituals have often served as expressions of gratitude or supplication during times of crisis.