White Robe Collection

Monk praying, Evian, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

The Martyrdom of St. Symphorian, 1834 (oil on canvas)
NUL385957 The Martyrdom of St. Symphorian, 1834 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 407x339 cm; Cathedral of St

Monadnock Angel, 1920-21 (oil on canvas)
3949582 Monadnock Angel, 1920-21 (oil on canvas) by Thayer, Abbott Handerson (1849-1921); 231.5x152.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Captain Samuel Wallis (1728-1830) being received by Queen Oberea on the Island of Tahiti
STC177037 Captain Samuel Wallis (1728-1830) being received by Queen Oberea on the Island of Tahiti (colour litho) by Gallina

Maria (oil on canvas)
3743888 Maria (oil on canvas) by Kauffmann, Angelica (1741-1807) (after); 30.8x25.4 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); eNottingham City Museums & Galleries; English

Women mourning, wall painting, Thebes, 1400-1200 BC
3288308 Women mourning, wall painting, Thebes, 1400-1200 BC by Egyptian, New Kingdom (c.1567-1085 BC); Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem, Israel; Photo eZev Radovan; Egyptian, out of copyright

Captain Samuel Wallis (1728-1830) being received by Queen Oberea on the Island of Tahiti
CHT223712 Captain Samuel Wallis (1728-1830) being received by Queen Oberea on the Island of Tahiti, from A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean by James Cook (1728-79) engraved by John Hall (1739-97)

Clytemnestra from the Battlements of Argos Watches for the Beacon Fires which are to
LGH162583 Clytemnestra from the Battlements of Argos Watches for the Beacon Fires which are to Announce the Return of Agamemnon, c.1874 (oil on canvas) by Leighton

Ms Hunter 36-39, vol. 3 fol. 47v A Carthusian monk in white writing a manuscript
GUL451697 Ms Hunter 36-39, vol.3 fol.47v A Carthusian monk in white writing a manuscript, illustration from Vita Christi by Ludolf of Saxony, c.1490 (vellum) by Besancon

Idolatry King Solomon Temple interior surrounded
The Idolatry of King Solomon, The Idolatry of King Solomon. Temple interior in which King Solomon, surrounded by some women, kneels in front of an altar where incense is burned

Girl White Robe 1870s Albumen silver print Photographs
Artokoloro

Young Man White Robe Head Gear Holding Scabbard
Artokoloro

St. Genevieve Calming the Parisians on the Approach of Attila (c. 406-453) (fresco)
XIR247241 St. Genevieve Calming the Parisians on the Approach of Attila (c.406-453) (fresco) by Delaunay, Jules Elie (1828-91); Pantheon, Paris

Cao Dai temple, Tay Ninh, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Palm Sunday, Paris, France, Europe

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In the serene monastery of Evian, nestled in the picturesque region of Haute Savoie, France, a monk is seen deep in prayer. Clad in a flowing white robe, he seeks solace and enlightenment amidst the tranquil surroundings. The purity of his attire symbolizes his devotion to spirituality and asceticism. As we gaze upon this scene, our thoughts drift back through time to various moments where the significance of the white robe resonates. In "The Martyrdom of St. Symphorian, " an exquisite oil painting from 1834, we witness a martyr draped in white as he bravely faces persecution for his faith. Moving forward to the early 20th century, we encounter another captivating artwork titled "Monadnock Angel. " Painted with meticulous detail on canvas, it depicts an ethereal figure adorned in a pristine white robe - an angelic presence that inspires awe and wonder. Our journey takes us further across continents and oceans as we witness Captain Samuel Wallis being received by Queen Oberea on Tahiti's island. Here too, amidst tropical beauty and cultural exchange between Europe and Polynesia, we find individuals donning robes reflecting their respective traditions – including one dressed immaculately in white. Artistic expressions throughout history have often portrayed women mourning while wearing pure white garments. A wall painting discovered at Thebes dating back to 1400-1200 BC showcases grief-stricken figures clad in these solemn robes - a poignant reminder of human sorrow transcending time. Returning once again to Captain Samuel Wallis' encounter with Queen Oberea on Tahiti's shores brings forth images of Clytemnestra standing atop Argos' battlements vigilantly watching for beacon fires that signal impending doom or victory - her regal silhouette accentuated by her flowing ivory attire. Within monastic walls lies yet another depiction: Ms Hunter 36-39 reveals a Carthusian monk engrossed in the meticulous art of manuscript writing.