Christogram Collection

Palace of the Normans. Byzantine mosaics at the Palatine Cha
Italy. Sicily. Palerm. Palace of the Normans. Byzantine mosaics at the Palatine Chapel. Christ with Saint Peter and Paul above the throne stage. 12 th century

CHRISTIAN MONOGRAM. Xpistos, Greek monogram for Christ

Madonna and Child with the Infant St John and Angels. Creator: Lorenzo di Credi
Madonna and Child with the Infant St John and Angels, Unknown date

Triptych with Virgin and Child, Saint John the Evangelist (left wing) and Mary Magdalene (right wing Creator)
Triptych with Virgin and Child, Saint John the Evangelist (left wing) and Mary Magdalene (right wing), c.1505-c.1525. The Virgin, seated beneath an ornate canopy in the centre panel

Monogram of Christ combined with Instruments of the Passion, c.1560. Creator: Anon
Monogram of Christ combined with Instruments of the Passion, c.1560

Saint Ignatius of Antioch, 1460-1499. Creator: Anon
Saint Ignatius of Antioch, 1460-1499

Saint Rudolfus, 1516/1518. Creator: Leonhard Beck
Saint Rudolfus, 1516/1518

Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo... page 29 (verso), 1563. Creator: Matteo Pagano
Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo... page 29 (verso), 1563

Christ as the Man of Sorrows, c. 1450/1460. Creator: Master E.S. Follower of
Christ as the Man of Sorrows, c. 1450/1460

Roman tombstone with Christian iconography. Representation w
Early Christian Art. Italy. Early Christians. Roman tombstone with Christian iconography. Representation woman with a Chi Roho and a dove with olive branch (symbol of the soul of the dead)

Byzantine Art. Serjilla. Chi Rho. Syria. Western Asia
Byzantine Art. Serjilla. Relief of Chi Rho. Syria. Western Asia

The Sacred Monogram with the Symbols of the Evangelists and the Crucifixion (Schr... 15th century. Creator: Anon)
The Sacred Monogram with the Symbols of the Evangelists and the Crucifixion (Schr. 1812), 15th century

The Sacred Monogram and the Wounds of Christ, 15th century. 15th century. Creator: Anon
The Sacred Monogram and the Wounds of Christ, 15th century

Coin Portraying Emperor Magnentius, 350-353. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Magnentius, 350-353. Reverse: symbol known as a christogram. Minted in Augusta Treverorum (modern Trier)

Design for a Tabernacle, Plate 4 from the series Tabernacle, Printed ca. 1750-56

Detail from an altar stone depicting an abbreviation for the name of Jesus Christ
3288497 Detail from an altar stone depicting an abbreviation for the name of Jesus Christ, North Africa, c.4th century AD (stone) by Roman, (4th century AD); Louvre, Paris

Pottery sherd with a combination of letters that forms an abbreviation for the name of
3288526 Pottery sherd with a combination of letters that forms an abbreviation for the name of Jesus Christ, North Africa, c.4th century AD (ceramic) by Roman, (4th century AD); Iraq Museum

The Sacred Monogram, c. 1500. Creator: Unknown
The Sacred Monogram, c. 1500

Saint Anthony Abbot and Saint Bernardino of Siena, 1459. Creator: Jacopo Bellini
Saint Anthony Abbot and Saint Bernardino of Siena, 1459

Pyx, French, ca. 1250. Creator: Unknown
Pyx, French, ca. 1250

The Blessed Henry Suso Kneeling before Eternal Wisdom, before 1650

Jesus Christ Christogram or monogram in embroidery in Maria SS. Assunta church, Galatone, Lecce, Apulia, Italy, Europe

Roman mosaic depicting the Chi-Rho symbol with alpha and omega. Found in Barcelona. Museum of History. Barcelona. Spain

Italy. Roman funerary stele of Prisco. 4th century AD
Italy. Early Christians. Roman funerary stele of Prisco. Inscription: Christian phrase appears in pace. The symbol of the dove and the olive branch and the monogram of Constantine T. 4th century AD

Early Christian art. Roman lamp. Terracotte. Chi Rho symbol
Early Christian art. Roman oil lamp. Terracotte. Chi Rho symbol. From Catalonia. Episcopal Museum of Vic. Spain

Spain. Ainsa. Church of Saint Mary. Main entrance
Spain. Ainsa. Church of Saint Mary. 11th-12th centuries. Main entrance

Chi Rho. Church of Qalb Lozeh. Syria
Syria. Church of Qalb Lozeh. C.460. Chi Rho detail. Near Harim

Saint Bernardino of Siena with two Donors, 1460-70 (oil on panel)
XIR741498 Saint Bernardino of Siena with two Donors, 1460-70 (oil on panel) by Villatte, Pierre (fl. 1460-70) (attr. to); 37 x 68 cm; Musee Grobet-Labadie, Marseille

CHRISTIAN MONOGRAM. Iesus Hominum Salvator (Christ, the Savior of Man). Latin Christian monogram

Tunisia, The Uppenna Mosaic, Mosaic work depicting a tomb with an epitaph: alpha and omega (the beginning and the end) 5th century A.D

Decorated lamp, terracotta 5th century A.D. Tunisia, Tunis, Musee National Du Bardo (Archaeological Museum), Early Christian art

SUAREZ, Francisco (1548-1617). Spanish Jesuit

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"Exploring the Rich Symbolism of the Christogram in Art and History" The Palace of the Normans, adorned with Byzantine mosaics at the Palatine Chapel, offers a glimpse into the significance of the Christogram. This ancient symbol, known as Xpistos in Greek, represents Christ and holds great importance in Christian iconography. Roman tombstones with Christian iconography depict powerful representations that highlight the influence of this monogram. The Chi-Rho symbol is prominently featured in Byzantine art found in Serjilla, Syria - a testament to its widespread use across Western Asia. A Roman mosaic showcasing the Chi-Rho symbol alongside alpha and omega further emphasizes its connection to Christianity. Similarly, an Italian Roman funerary stele from the 4th century AD showcases how deeply ingrained this sacred monogram was within society. In later centuries, artists continued to explore and interpret this powerful symbol. A 15th-century artwork titled "The Sacred Monogram with Symbols of Evangelists and Crucifixion" demonstrates anonymous creativity while depicting religious themes. Another 15th-century piece called "The Sacred Monogram and Wounds of Christ" delves deeper into symbolism surrounding Christ's suffering. These artworks serve as reminders of faith during turbulent times. Even coins portrayed Emperor Magnentius bearing this significant emblem between 350-353 AD. Its presence on currency reflects both political power dynamics and religious beliefs intertwined during that era. Moving forward through history, a design for a tabernacle printed around 1750-56 showcases intricate details incorporating elements like Chi-Rho symbols - highlighting their enduring relevance even centuries later. Terracotta lamps decorated with Chi-Rho motifs offer glimpses into everyday objects infused with spiritual meaning. Such artifacts remind us that faith permeated various aspects of life throughout history. Lastly, an altar stone featuring an abbreviation for Jesus Christ's name serves as a focal point for worshipers, emphasizing the importance of this monogram in religious rituals.