Catacombs Collection

EARLY CHRISTIAN: CHRIST. Head of Christ, from the catacomb of St. Priscilla, Rome, Italy. 2nd or 3rd century A. D
EARLY CHRISTIAN: CHRIST. Head of Christ, from the catacomb of St. Priscilla, Rome, Italy. 2nd or 3rd century A.D

North London Cemetery, Highgate. The Lebanon Catacombs, terrace and sepulchres built in the Egyptian architectural style popular at this time. Wood engraving 1838

The Paris catacombs, Paris, France, Europe

Vaulted chapel in the catacombs (engraving)
8650670 Vaulted chapel in the catacombs (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vaulted chapel in the catacombs)

The arrival of Jacob and his sons, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome, 6th century (fresco)
3433214 The arrival of Jacob and his sons, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome, 6th century (fresco); Catacomb of Via Latina, Rome, Lazio

Terracotta lamps found in the Roman Catacombs, Rome, Italy. From Italian Pictures by Rev
2963170 Terracotta lamps found in the Roman Catacombs, Rome, Italy. From Italian Pictures by Rev. Samuel Manning, published c.1890

An early Christian burial in The Catacombs of Rome, Italy. From Italian Pictures by Rev
2963175 An early Christian burial in The Catacombs of Rome, Italy. From Italian Pictures by Rev. Samuel Manning, published c.1890

North London Cemetery, Highgate, 1838 (engraving)
536401 North London Cemetery, Highgate, 1838 (engraving); (add.info.: North London Cemetery, Highgate. The Lebanon Catacombs)

Lost in the catacombs (engraving)
8644019 Lost in the catacombs (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lost in the catacombs)

Entree du Cimetiere Saint-Pretextat (engraving)
8630808 Entree du Cimetiere Saint-Pretextat (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entree du Cimetiere Saint-Pretextat)

Paris: Les Catacombes, anciennes carrieres converties en ossuaire en 1786; The Catacombs
8671172 Paris: Les Catacombes, anciennes carrieres converties en ossuaire en 1786; The Catacombs, old quarries converted into an ossuary in 1786 (b/w photo) by Manuel

The Industrial Arts during the Middle Ages (engraving)
8644838 The Industrial Arts during the Middle Ages (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Industrial Arts during the Middle Ages)

Catacombs of Rome, The Three Brothers (engraving)
8644002 Catacombs of Rome, The Three Brothers (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catacombs of Rome, The Three Brothers)

Catacombs, Rome (engraving)
8630810 Catacombs, Rome (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catacombs, Rome. Illustration for Le Musee Elegant, Les Galeries Publiques de L'Europe)

Cultivation of Champignons de Paris (litho)
8663850 Cultivation of Champignons de Paris (litho) by Geniaux, Paul (1873-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cultivation of Champignons de Paris)

Paleochristian art: Chamber of Fratio Panis. Rome, Catacombs of Priscilla, c. 200-250 (photo)
AIS5356083 Paleochristian art: Chamber of Fratio Panis. Rome, Catacombs of Priscilla, c. 200-250 (photo); Catacombs of Priscilla, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Paleochristian art: Chamber of Fratio Panis)

the crypt
Magdalena Russocka

Three Skulls from Convento dei Cappucini at Palermo, 1894. Creator: Laurits Andersen Ring
Three Skulls from Convento dei Cappucini at Palermo, 1894

'The Catacombs at Rome; reproduced from Magnesium Light Instantaneous Photographs, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The Catacombs at Rome; reproduced from Magnesium Light Instantaneous Photographs, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Ceiling in Chamber II of the Coemeterium Maius on the Via Nomentana, Rome, Italy, (1928)
Ceiling in Chamber II of the Coemeterium Maius (catacombs) on the Via Nomentana, Rome, Italy, (1928). 1st half of 4th century...The Good Shepherd, Miracle of the Source, the Fall

Hercules and Lernaean Hydra, fresco, Via Latina Catacomb, Rome, Italy, 4th century
3433215 Hercules and Lernaean Hydra, fresco, Via Latina Catacomb, Rome, Italy, 4th century by Roman, (4th century AD); Catacomb of Via Latina, Rome, Lazio

The Raising of Lazarus, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome (fresco)
3433212 The Raising of Lazarus, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome (fresco) by Roman; Catacomb of Via Latina, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: In the Gospel of John)

The Samaritan woman at the well, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome (fresco)
703119 The Samaritan woman at the well, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome (fresco) by Roman; Catacomb of Via Latina, Rome, Lazio

The Sacrifice of Isaac, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome (fresco)
703120 The Sacrifice of Isaac, Catacombs of Via Latina, Rome (fresco) by Paleo-Christian, (4th century); Catacomb of Via Latina, Rome, Lazio

The grave of Saint Cecilia - Catacomb of Callixtus
Rome, Italy - The Catacomb(s) of Callixtus (also known as the Cemetery of Callixtus) is one of the Catacombs of Rome on the Appian Way - the grave of Saint Cecilia

Catacombs - Victorian period

Catacombs, probably Rome

Italy. Rome. Catacombs of Callixtus. 2nd - 4th centuries. Interior

2nd Century 3rd 4th Ancient Ancient Age Appian
2nd, century, 3rd, 4th, ancient, Ancient, Age, Appian, way, Callixtus, catacomb, catacombs, cemetery, crypt, death, grave, graves, Illuminate, illumination, interior, italian, Italy, narrow, Niche

Early Victorian 1830s London Gothic Architecture
early, victorian, 1830s, london, gothic, architecture, building, buildings, spire, st, michael, michaels, churches, church, highgate, north, anglican, england, death, burial, monument, monuments

Sicily - Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo
Black and white Victorian lantern slide of an interior view of the Capuchin Catacombs. Orignially only intended for dead friars, it laster became a status symbols to be entombed in the catacomb

MALTESE TOMB COVERING
A marble tomb cover, inset into the floor above St Paul's catacombs, Rabat. The Maltese cross has eight points, symbolising the eight beatitudes Date: 2005

CATACOMBS OF ROME
Early Christians worship in the catacombs of Saint Calixtus, below Rome, soon after the death of Jesus Date: 50

CATACOMBS, ROMEC
Visiting the Catacombs of the early Christians, Rome, carrying flaming torches to illuminate the caverns

BURIAL IN CATACOMBS
An early Christian burial in the catacombs of Rome Date: 1st century

IN THE CATACOMBS
Early Christians worship in the catacombs of Saint Calixtus, below Rome, soon after the death of Jesus Date: 50

Les Catacombes de Rome (engraving)
3645133 Les Catacombes de Rome (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Catacombes de Rome. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1861)

Interieur des catacombes de l eglise Saint-Etienne a Vienne (engraving)
2783429 Interieur des catacombes de l eglise Saint-Etienne a Vienne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fresco from the interior of the Via Latina Catacombs, 6th century (fresco)
703130 Fresco from the interior of the Via Latina Catacombs, 6th century (fresco) by Roman; Catacomb of Via Latina, Rome, Lazio

Mummies of catacomb of Palermo, Italy (b / w photo)
XIR253331 Mummies of catacomb of Palermo, Italy (b/w photo) by Sommer, Giorgio (1834-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: cimetiere des Capucins; momies; )

Martyr in the catacombs, 1886 (oil on canvas)
996165 Martyr in the catacombs, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Cave, Jules Cyrille (1859-1940); 80.4x190.5 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto

Jesus Christ as Orpheus (engraving)
7185065 Jesus Christ as Orpheus (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus Christ as Orpheus, painting from the ceiling of the catacombs of Rome)

In the Catacombs (colour litho)
7151645 In the Catacombs (colour litho) by Hardy, Evelyn Stuart (1865-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Catacombs. One of a set of Sunday School cards, early 20th century)

Portrait of Jesus Christ from the Catacombs of Rome (litho)
7201943 Portrait of Jesus Christ from the Catacombs of Rome (litho) by Heaphy, Thomas (1775-1835) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Explore the mysterious underworld of catacombs, hidden beneath the bustling cities and ancient landscapes. In Paris, France, lies the renowned Paris Catacombs, a labyrinthine network of tunnels housing millions of human remains. These eerie corridors serve as a haunting reminder of our mortality and offer a glimpse into history's depths. Venturing to North London Cemetery in Highgate reveals another realm below ground. The Lebanon Catacombs boast terraces and sepulchres meticulously built to honor the deceased. A testament to human craftsmanship intertwined with grief. Travel back in time to Victorian-era England when they were en vogue. Dark and gothic architecture characterized these subterranean burial grounds that dotted 1830s London. Step into this macabre world where death met artistry. Journey further south to Rome, Italy, where they have stood for centuries. The Catacombs of Callixtus date back to the 2nd-4th century AD—an ancient age preserved underground for eternity. Here lies an intricate web of passages intertwining faith and remembrance. Not limited to Europe alone, Sicily holds its own chilling secret—the Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo. Within these walls rest thousands adorned in their finest attire—a haunting display that transcends time itself. Uncover more mysteries as you stumble upon Maltese tomb coverings—ancient artifacts guarding secrets within Rome's catacombs. Each stone tells a story lost in antiquity but whispered through generations. Delve into this subterranean world where darkness meets history—a captivating journey through time and culture awaits those brave enough to descend into the depths worldwide.