Superstition Collection (page 7)

The Knave of Cups, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336593 The Knave of Cups, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Ace of Cups, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336590 The Ace of Cups, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Knight of Swords, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336586 The Knight of Swords, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Knave of Coins, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336579 The Knave of Coins, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Nine of Wands, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336564 The Nine of Wands, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Two of Wands, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336575 The Two of Wands, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

German edition of the Lenormand French cartomancy deck: The Child, The Fox, The Bear
KJN336536 German edition of the Lenormand French cartomancy deck: The Child, The Fox, The Bear, The Star, published by Dondorf, Frankfurt, 19th Century (colour litho) by French School

The racemose Passionflower, Religious superstition
The racemose Passionflower, Passiflora racemosa, Religious superstition. Handcoloured lithograph by Dean and Munday after an illustration by Eliza Eve Gleadall from The Beauties of Flora

Tartar Woman making a Tsi, sacrificing the spirit of the door to prevent misfortune entering. Buddhist or Fo sect, Lao-Kiun

Imperial Horoscope of Louis XIV (1638-1715) by Michel Nostradamus (1503-66
CHT163914 Imperial Horoscope of Louis XIV (1638-1715) by Michel Nostradamus (1503-66) published by Francois Huart in Paris 1652 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Amulet (engraving)
2805372 Amulet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amulet. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Peasants attacking the balloon of Jacques Charles and the Robert Brothers after it came down at Gonesse
3648074 Peasants attacking the balloon of Jacques Charles and the Robert Brothers after it came down at Gonesse, 27 August 1783 (engraving) by German School

Credulity, Superstition & Fanaticism (engraving)
2905781 Credulity, Superstition & Fanaticism (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Credulity, Superstition & Fanaticism)

Middle Uruk eye idol, c. 3700-3500 B. C. (gypsum alabaster)
3617909 Middle Uruk eye idol, c.3700-3500 B.C. (gypsum alabaster) by Mesopotamian School, (4000-3000 BC); 6.5 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Wedjat Eye amulet (faience and aragonite)
3617906 Wedjat Eye amulet (faience and aragonite) by Egyptian, Third Intermediate Period (c.1069-664 BC); 6.5 long cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Doctor Faust (chromolitho)
3100707 Doctor Faust (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Doctor Faust. Illustration for Las Supersticiones De La Humanidad by Jose Coroleu (F Seix, 1881)

The soothsayer Megistias predicts the fatal outcome of the battle of Thermopylae (chromolitho)
3100670 The soothsayer Megistias predicts the fatal outcome of the battle of Thermopylae (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Forum Transitorium, Rome (chromolitho)
3100669 The Forum Transitorium, Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Forum Transitorium, Rome)

The death of Heracles (chromolitho)
3100655 The death of Heracles (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Heracles)

The judgement of Paris (chromolitho)
3100652 The judgement of Paris (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The judgement of Paris)

Isis, Ancient Eyptian goddess (chromolitho)
3100647 Isis, Ancient Eyptian goddess (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isis, Ancient Eyptian goddess)

The mummies of Setna and Ptahneferka playing dice for the magic book of Thoth (chromolitho)
3100646 The mummies of Setna and Ptahneferka playing dice for the magic book of Thoth (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rakshasas (chromolitho)
3100638 Rakshasas (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rakshasas. Demonic beings from Hindu mythology)

The Wandering Jew (chromolitho)
3100700 The Wandering Jew (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wandering Jew)

The Old Man of the Mountain (chromolitho)
3100698 The Old Man of the Mountain (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Man of the Mountain)

Transformation of the water spirit Melusine (chromolitho)
3100693 Transformation of the water spirit Melusine (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Transformation of the water spirit Melusine)

Revenge of the fairies (chromolitho)
3100691 Revenge of the fairies (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Revenge of the fairies)

Roman funerary urn (chromolitho)
3100682 Roman funerary urn (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman funerary urn)

The augurs of Cicero (chromolitho)
3100679 The augurs of Cicero (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The augurs of Cicero)

Roman Temples of Tiburtine Sibyl and Vesta, Tivoli, Italy (chromolitho)
3100678 Roman Temples of Tiburtine Sibyl and Vesta, Tivoli, Italy (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Temples of Tiburtine Sibyl and Vesta, Tivoli)

Servius Tullius, legendary sixth King of Rome (chromolitho)
3100676 Servius Tullius, legendary sixth King of Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Servius Tullius, legendary sixth King of Rome)

Quintus Sertorius and his fawn (chromolitho)
3100674 Quintus Sertorius and his fawn (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quintus Sertorius and his fawn)

The Roman Temple of Hercules in Cori, Italy (chromolitho)
3100673 The Roman Temple of Hercules in Cori, Italy (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Roman Temple of Hercules in Cori)

The birth of Aphrodite (chromolitho)
3100667 The birth of Aphrodite (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The birth of Aphrodite)

Pphallic amulet in bone, 3rd-2nd century BC
LRI4685886 Pphallic amulet in bone, 3rd-2nd century BC. by Phoenician, (3rd century BC); Museo Arqueologico, Ibiza, Spain; (add.info.: Phenician civilization: phallic amulet in bone)

Using birds to predict the winning lottery numbers, Naples (engraving)
3627322 Using birds to predict the winning lottery numbers, Naples (engraving) by Janet, Gustave (b. 1829); Private Collection; (add.info.: Using birds to predict the winning lottery numbers, Naples)

Witchcraft at Salem village (engraving)
3626353 Witchcraft at Salem village (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Witchcraft at Salem village. The Salem Witch Trials)

The giant Adamastor at the Cape of Storms (chromolitho)
3100702 The giant Adamastor at the Cape of Storms (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The giant Adamastor at the Cape of Storms)

The houris of the Prophet (chromolitho)
3100695 The houris of the Prophet (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The houris of the Prophet)

Testing of newborns in Gaul (chromolitho)
3100694 Testing of newborns in Gaul (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Testing of newborns in Gaul)

Gauls firing arrows at the sky in an attempt to calm a storm (chromolitho)
3100692 Gauls firing arrows at the sky in an attempt to calm a storm (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Underground corridors of the Coliseum, Rome (chromolitho)
3100686 Underground corridors of the Coliseum, Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Underground corridors of the Coliseum, Rome)

The death of Julian the Apostate (chromolitho)
3100683 The death of Julian the Apostate (chromolitho) by Giordano, Luca (1634-1705) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Julian the Apostate)

Gallery of Domitian, Rome (chromolitho)
3100681 Gallery of Domitian, Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallery of Domitian, Rome)

A sacrifice in Ancient Greece (chromolitho)
3100654 A sacrifice in Ancient Greece (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A sacrifice in Ancient Greece)

Colonnade in the Temple of Jagganath, India (chromolitho)
3100642 Colonnade in the Temple of Jagganath, India (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonnade in the Temple of Jagganath, India)

Illustration for Las Supersticiones De La Humanidad by Jose Coroleu (chromolitho)
3100634 Illustration for Las Supersticiones De La Humanidad by Jose Coroleu (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

How a wise woman charmed away the foot and mouth disease near Ilchester (engraving)
736223 How a wise woman charmed away the foot and mouth disease near Ilchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Unraveling the Threads of Superstition: From Wicker Man to Divine Amulets" Superstition, a captivating realm where belief and folklore intertwine, has long fascinated humanity. Like pieces of a puzzle scattered across time and cultures, various hints shed light on this enigmatic subject. The iconic UK One Sheet poster of "The Wicker Man (1973)" beckons us into a world where ancient rituals and pagan beliefs collide with modern sensibilities. A chilling reminder that they can still hold sway over our lives. In France, the notion that good wine brings luck takes center stage as the rugby team prepares to face their Irish rivals. With glasses raised high, they hope for fortune's favor on the field. Across borders in Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape, we glimpse an intricate tapestry woven with hidden meanings. Each proverb carries its own superstitious weight, reminding us that wisdom often hides behind seemingly ordinary words. A 4-Leaf Clover by Barde captures nature's lucky charm; its rarity symbolizing hope against all odds. As we stumble upon it amidst life's chaos, we dare to dream of serendipitous moments yet to come. Francisco de Goya's haunting masterpiece "Witches Sabbath" transports us deep into the heart of darkness where superstitions thrive unchecked. The artist invites us to confront our fears and question what lies beyond reason's grasp. Amidst Edinburgh's bustling Royal Mile stands St Giles Cathedral adorned with Heart of Midlothian paving stones mosaic – an emblematic tribute rooted in local lore. Stepping carefully upon these stones is said to bring good fortune or ward off ill fate for those who believe. Men-an-tol standing stones whisper secrets from ancient times when mystical energies were harnessed through sacred rituals. These silent sentinels remind us how deeply ingrained they are within human history.