Cult Collection (page 7)

Relief ornament of a winged goddess (lead)
3246858 Relief ornament of a winged goddess (lead) by Greek; height: 3.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: The Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia)

Diocletians Palace, now part of the old town of Split, Croatia. Parte del Palazzo di Diocleziano. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Nasi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

The Eleusinian Mysteries, initiations for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis, Greece. The goddess Ceres sits on the Puteal on the Callirhoe well surrounded by dancing virgins

Depiction of a Roman Bacchanal or Bacchanalia
Depiction of a Roman Bacchanal from a sculpture on a labrum in the Pio Clementino Museum. Five Fauns with horns and tails and five Bacchantes in Spartan tunics dance. Baccanali

Saint George and the Dragon (oil on glass)
CHT307498 Saint George and the Dragon (oil on glass) by Serbian School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: icon depicting the patron saint of several countries including England, Georgia)

Stela of the harpist Djedkhonsuiuefankh, Egyptian, Third Intermediate Period
XIR93798 Stela of the harpist Djedkhonsuiuefankh, Egyptian, Third Intermediate Period, (stuccoed & painted wood) by Egyptian 22nd Dynasty (945-715 BC); height: 29.5 cm; Louvre, Paris

Seated Female Figurine, from Vinca, former Yugoslavia, 5th century BC (terracotta)
AMQ121139 Seated Female Figurine, from Vinca, former Yugoslavia, 5th century BC (terracotta) by Prehistoric; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; out of copyright

Allegorical Figures, 1913 (oil on canvas)
POM114771 Allegorical Figures, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Malczewski, Jacek (1854-1929); Private Collection; Polish, out of copyright

Sarcophagus of an Apis Bull in the Serapeum, New Kingdom (photo)
JB117469 Sarcophagus of an Apis Bull in the Serapeum, New Kingdom (photo) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Saqqara, Memphis, Egypt; eJohn Bethell; Egyptian, out of copyright

Samuel Liddell Mathers (1854-1918) 1889 (b / w photo)
RGL212682 Samuel Liddell Mathers (1854-1918) 1889 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Original rough design for the Rose-croix lamen, 1888 (ink & w / c on paper)
RGL212696 Original rough design for the Rose-croix lamen, 1888 (ink & w/c on paper) by Westcott, William Wynn (1848-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: worn by adepts of the Second)

Sketch of Moina Mathers (1865-1928) in the role of the High Priestess Anari
RGL212685 Sketch of Moina Mathers (1865-1928) in the role of the High Priestess Anari, working the Rites of Isis, Paris, 1899 (pen & ink on paper) by English School

Apparition, illustration for a literary work by Edmond Rostand (1868-1918) (oil on canvas
CHT164108 Apparition, illustration for a literary work by Edmond Rostand (1868-1918) (oil on canvas) by Clairin, Georges (1843-1919); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Ms 1847 Depiction of St. Genevieve, from a manuscript on the transport of her reliquary
CHT178727 Ms 1847 Depiction of St. Genevieve, from a manuscript on the transport of her reliquary, 1594 (gouache on paper) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Sainte-Genevieve, Paris

"Le sabbat des sorcieres"(El aguelarre)
AIS5358218 " Le sabbat des sorcieres" (El aguelarre) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Museo Lazaro Galdiano, Madrid, Spain; eIberfoto; Spanish, out of copyright

Interieur de la synagogue portugaise a Amsterdam - Interior of the Portuguese Synagogue
FIA5409205 Interieur de la synagogue portugaise a Amsterdam - Interior of the Portuguese Synagogue in Amsterdam, by Witte, Emanuel, de (1616/17-1692). Oil on canvas, c. 1680

Heraclius I (vers 575-641) rapporte la Vraie Croix a Jerusalem - Emperor Heraclius
FIA5407939 Heraclius I (vers 575-641) rapporte la Vraie Croix a Jerusalem - Emperor Heraclius returns the True Cross to Jerusalem, by Scarsellino (Scarsella), Ippolito (1551-1620). Oil on canvas

Neith (ou Neit) - The Godess Neith p- Peinture de Georges Clairin (1843-1919)
FIA5402920 Neith (ou Neit) - The Godess Neith p- Peinture de Georges Clairin (1843-1919), - Oil on canvas, 139, 5x96, 5 - Private Collection by Clairin

Ivan IV Vassilievitch, dit Ivan le terrible (1530-1584)
FIA5396829 Ivan IV Vassilievitch, dit Ivan le terrible (1530-1584), page de titre de Histoire merveilleuse, terrifiante et inouie - Wunderbare, erschreckliche

Cover of "The Grelot", number 732, Satirique en Couleurs
ICA4919347 Cover of " The Grelot", number 732, Satirique en Couleurs, 1885_4_19: Jules Ferry virgin and martyr - Republican - Sacred Heart of Jesus - Ferry Jules, St Sebastien

Cover of "L Plate au beurre", number 223
ICA4903451 Cover of " L Plate au beurre", number 223, Satirique en couleurs, 1905_7_8: Religion - Joan of Arc - Illustration by Hermann-Paul (1864-1940) by Hermann-Paul

Different stages of the conclave, meeting of cardinals for the election of a new pope
ELD4898913 Different stages of the conclave, meeting of cardinals for the election of a new pope: the entrance of the cardinals in the Sistine chapel (Vatican)

Judaism: The Feast of Chipur among German Jews (Yom Kippur
ELD4898239 Judaism: The Feast of Chipur among German Jews (Yom Kippur, Day of Atonement for the Jewish people) Engraving from " Illustration of Ceremonies

Judaism: la fete de Sim hat (simcha) Torah) (jewish feast of Simchat Torah
ELD4898140 Judaism: la fete de Sim hat (simcha) Torah) (jewish feast of Simchat Torah) Engraving from " Illustration de ceremonies et customs religieuses de tous les peuples du monde" by

Indians of America: Bear Dance, ritual of a tribe of Red Skin
JLJ4671766 Indians of America: Bear Dance, ritual of a tribe of Red Skin. Illustration by George Catlin (1794-1872), 19th century

Mesopotamia: limestone stele with inscriptions in Akkadian commemorating the work done in
JLJ4678195 Mesopotamia: limestone stele with inscriptions in Akkadian commemorating the work done in honor of the god Inshushinak. 2100 BC

Greek antiquite: "a family making a sacrifice to the goddess Athena"
LRI4658800 Greek antiquite: " a family making a sacrifice to the goddess Athena" Low relief. 550 BC. From the acropolis of Athenes

Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Minoen art. Figures of the "
FBU4250030 Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Minoen art. Figures of the " procession fresco" from the palace at Knossos. South entrance

Aztec Art: tobacco pipe in the shape of a parrot, bird associated with the cult of
GIA4701263 Aztec Art: tobacco pipe in the shape of a parrot, bird associated with the cult of Hamatecuntli, archaic deity of corn and earth

Marble relief from Forum Trajan: scene of haruspice (devin etrusque
JLJ4568431 Marble relief from Forum Trajan: scene of haruspice (devin etrusque) consulting the bowels of a bull with priest and lictors. Dim. 0, 6x2 m. around 120 A.D

The valiant Marcus Curtius (Painting, 16th century)
LRI4575016 The valiant Marcus Curtius (Painting, 16th century) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Ivory leaf of a diptych of Nicomaque and Symmaque: completion of a Paian rite in honor of
JLJ4579374 Ivory leaf of a diptych of Nicomaque and Symmaque: completion of a Paian rite in honor of Cybele by a pretress of Demeter Ceres around 400 AD. From Rome

The mystical bath. At the foot of the cross on which Christ is crucified
JLJ4604021 The mystical bath. At the foot of the cross on which Christ is crucified, men and women bathe in a fountain of blood from the body of the Messiah. Central part of the triptych

Scene of student life at Hubant College or Ave Maria in Paris Scenes of student life
JLJ4596034 Scene of student life at Hubant College or Ave Maria in Paris Scenes of student life (holy sacraments) and college regulations. Strips 13 to 15

Scene of student life at the College of Hubant or Ave Maria in Paris Scenes of meals
JLJ4595999 Scene of student life at the College of Hubant or Ave Maria in Paris Scenes of meals and prayers and regulations of the college. Bands 28 and 31

Acouple making an offering. 4th-2nd century BC (Sculpture)
LRI4593662 Acouple making an offering. 4th-2nd century BC (Sculpture) by Iberian, (4th century BC); Museo Arqueologico Nacional, Madrid

Ramose worshiping Ra Harakte, god of the rising sun. 1279-1213 BC
LRI4593069 Ramose worshiping Ra Harakte, god of the rising sun. 1279-1213 BC (Relief on the pyramidion) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

Penmerenab offering a goats head to the god Ammon. 1295-1190 BC. (sculpture)
LRI4593061 Penmerenab offering a goats head to the god Ammon. 1295-1190 BC. (sculpture) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

The life-giving power of the sun. Ptolemaic period. (papyrus)
LRI4592943 The life-giving power of the sun. Ptolemaic period. (papyrus) by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy; (add.info.: Egyptian antiquite: solar symbology)

Architect Kha and his wife Merit worshiping Osiris. 1540-1295 BC (papyrus)
LRI4592928 Architect Kha and his wife Merit worshiping Osiris. 1540-1295 BC (papyrus) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

Cult amphora with volutes handles. 1450 BC. (marble)
LRI4591659 Cult amphora with volutes handles. 1450 BC. (marble) by Minoan, (2000-1400 BC); Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (add.info.: Minoan Art: vase of worship in marble)

Scenes of anthropophagy and idolatry in Sumatra Miniature taken from Marco Polo
LRI4636938 Scenes of anthropophagy and idolatry in Sumatra Miniature taken from Marco Polo (1254-1324), 1410 approx. Ms 2810

Egyptian antiquite: stele fragment representing the worship of the god Osiris
LRI4633584 Egyptian antiquite: stele fragment representing the worship of the god Osiris. Above it is representing Anubis

Elijah warned Ahab that the rain is imminent. In the background we see the worship of
GIA4731674 Elijah warned Ahab that the rain is imminent. In the background we see the worship of Baal (Ba al). by Unknown Artist

Religious rites: Ceremony of exorcism in the city square during the night of Ascension
GIA4792556 Religious rites: Ceremony of exorcism in the city square during the night of Ascension. Sicily Engraving of the 19th century by Unknown Artist

Dance Shakers. 19th century engraving
GIA4738985 Dance Shakers. 19th century engraving. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dance Shakers. 19th century engraving.); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

A couple of Shakers dancing
GIA4738976 A couple of Shakers dancing. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A couple of Shakers dancing.); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

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Step into the enigmatic world of cults, where ancient symbols and modern mysteries intertwine. From Constantin Brancusi's mesmerizing "The Endless Column" in Targu Jiu to the haunting presence of Punch in "The Wicker Man, " these hints offer a glimpse into the captivating allure of cults throughout history. Delve further back to the Early Bronze Age with the Trundholm sun chariot, an artifact that sparks curiosity about ancient rituals and beliefs. Brancusi's iconic sculpture reappears, drawing us closer to its mystical significance. Stonehenge stands as a testament to both celestial worship and human fascination with sacred sites. ALACOQUE's VISION transports us to 1675, revealing profound spiritual experiences that have shaped religious devotion for centuries. The Vision on Rue Du Bac beckons us towards divine revelations hidden within everyday life. Initiation rites depicted in frescoes from the Villa Dei Mysteri invite contemplation on Dionysian rituals and their transformative power. Symbolic designs adorning the lid of Pastos unveil secrets guarded by adepts through time immemorial. The original San Francisco Hells Angels venture across borders, showcasing how countercultural movements can become objects of fascination worldwide. In this eclectic mix, Wendy Padbury's portrayal of Zoe Herriot reminds us that even within fictional narratives lies a certain magnetism that captivates audiences like devoted followers. Finally, we find ourselves at Portuguese Synagogue in Amsterdam amidst scenes depicting initiation ceremonies—a reminder that cults exist not only in distant past but also within our contemporary society. These diverse glimpses into various aspects culture leave us pondering humanity’s eternal quest for meaning and connection beyond conventional boundaries – a journey often marked by mystery and intrigue.