Great Altar Collection

High Altar, Westminster Abbey, London (photo)
5999054 High Altar, Westminster Abbey, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: High Altar, Westminster Abbey, London)

Fol. 142r An Angel Appears to Zacharias in the Temple (vellum)
ALI142384 Fol.142r An Angel Appears to Zacharias in the Temple (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont

Lamentation over dead Christ, c. 1460-64 (oil on panel)
5310822 Lamentation over dead Christ, c. 1460-64 (oil on panel) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464); 80.6x130.1 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Madonna and Child with Saints Peter, Clement, Paul and Sebastian, 1448 - 1494
7264943 Madonna and Child with Saints Peter, Clement, Paul and Sebastian, 1448 - 1494. by Ghirlandaio, Domenico (Domenico Bigordi) (1449-94); San Martino Cathedral, Lucca

Madonna and Child with Saints Peter, Clement, Paul and Sebastian, 1448 - 1494
7264932 Madonna and Child with Saints Peter, Clement, Paul and Sebastian, 1448 - 1494. by Ghirlandaio, Domenico (Domenico Bigordi) (1449-94); San Martino Cathedral, Lucca

Chapel where Therese de Lisieux was baptized, Alencon, 2020 (photography)
7260415 Chapel where Therese de Lisieux was baptized, Alencon, 2020 (photography); (add.info.: Notre Dame Basilica, Alencon, Orne)

Saint Michael, c. 1840 (water-based paint on wood panel)
BRN195815 Saint Michael, c. 1840 (water-based paint on wood panel) by Aragon, Jose Rafael (c.1795-1862); 26x17.5 cm; The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Body of the Jewish Pawnbroker Guarded by Angels and Devils, c
ALG80443 Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Body of the Jewish Pawnbroker Guarded by Angels and Devils, c.1468 (tempera on panel) (detail) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); Palazzo Ducale

The Sacrifice of Abraham (fresco)
ALG192828 The Sacrifice of Abraham (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palazzo Arcivescovile, Udine, Italy

The Three Angels, detail of The Hospitality of Abraham and the Sacrifice of Isaac, 6th century (mosaic) (see 154709)
XIR322556 The Three Angels, detail of The Hospitality of Abraham and the Sacrifice of Isaac, 6th century (mosaic) (see 154709) by Byzantine School, (6th century); San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy

Gothic Art: View of the central nave
LRI4626445 Gothic Art: View of the central nave by French School, (12th century); Cathedral of St. Etienne, Bourges, France; (add.info.: Gothic Art)

Saint Ignatius of Loyola (colour engraving)
1730127 Saint Ignatius of Loyola (colour engraving) by French School; (add.info.: Saint Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) founder of Jesuit order in 1540.)

Southern side chapel west side, Sint-Michiels, leaves baroque altarpiece of marbled wood with statues at the top by E
7241952 Southern side chapel west side, Sint-Michiels, leaves baroque altarpiece of marbled wood with statues at the top by E. van Zijl from 1616, baptistery by Zijl, E

Ancient Roman tripods and altars. 1802 (engraving)
7237094 Ancient Roman tripods and altars. 1802 (engraving) by Roccheggiani, Lorenzo (active 1804-1817); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tripod on an ancient bas-relief at the Villa Justinian 1)

Augur performing ex tripudiis ritual, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving)
7236779 Augur performing ex tripudiis ritual, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving) by Labrousse, L.F. (fl.1796); Private Collection; (add.info.: Augur, priest and official of ancient Rome)

Ponitifex maximus or chief high priest, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving)
7236760 Ponitifex maximus or chief high priest, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving) by Labrousse, L.F. (fl.1796); Private Collection; (add.info)

Flamen priest performing a ritual in ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving)
7236872 Flamen priest performing a ritual in ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving) by Labrousse, L.F. (fl.1796); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flamen priest performing a ritual in ancient Rome)

Haruspex reading the entrails of a sacrificed sheep, ancient Rom 1796 (engraving)
7236782 Haruspex reading the entrails of a sacrificed sheep, ancient Rom 1796 (engraving) by Labrousse, L.F. (fl.1796); Private Collection; (add.info)

Romania: Ghinda, Children at the altar (b / w photo)
6017501 Romania: Ghinda, Children at the altar (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ghinda, Children at the altar)

Spain: Soria,s Juan de Duero, Altar (b / w photo)
6017926 Spain: Soria,s Juan de Duero, Altar (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soria,s Juan de Duero, Altar)

The Tabernacle and its contents (engraving)
7172314 The Tabernacle and its contents (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tabernacle and its contents (Exodus 25-28)

Old Testament stories: offering the First Fruits (chromolitho)
7157144 Old Testament stories: offering the First Fruits (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Testament stories: offering the First Fruits)

Uzziah struck with Leprosy after burning Incense upon the Altar (engraving)
5218516 Uzziah struck with Leprosy after burning Incense upon the Altar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St Peters Italian Church, Clerkenwell, London (b / w photo)
3642746 St Peters Italian Church, Clerkenwell, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Peters Italian Church, Clerkenwell, London)

Chapel of the Charterhouse, Smithfield (b / w photo)
3637738 Chapel of the Charterhouse, Smithfield (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel of the Charterhouse, Smithfield)

Glory of St Ignatius of Loyola (1616) by Rubens
3778984 Glory of St Ignatius of Loyola (1616) by Rubens by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); (add.info.: Glory of St Ignatius of Loyola (1616) by Ruben

Plan of Solomons Temple, after Bernard Lamy (engraving)
5202151 Plan of Solomons Temple, after Bernard Lamy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of Solomons Temple, after Bernard Lamy)

Candelabrum, Altar, Tripod (engraving)
5200957 Candelabrum, Altar, Tripod (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Candelabrum, Altar, Tripod)

Gathering lotus-flowers for the altar (litho)
5198516 Gathering lotus-flowers for the altar (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gathering lotus-flowers for the altar)

Celebration of High Mass on Christmas Day, Roman Catholic Chapel, Moorfields, City of London (engraving)
6029427 Celebration of High Mass on Christmas Day, Roman Catholic Chapel, Moorfields, City of London (engraving) by Melville

Mayan carved stone altar and idol from Guatemala (engraving)
5207554 Mayan carved stone altar and idol from Guatemala (engraving) by Profit, Georges Ernest (b.1854); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mayan carved stone altar and idol from Guatemala)

Portable altar of St. Mauritius, 1160 (oak, copper, bronze, gold & enamel)
701832 Portable altar of St. Mauritius, 1160 (oak, copper, bronze, gold & enamel) by Eilbertus of Cologne (Deckel) (fl.1129-60); St

Monks at their Devotion (litho)
818730 Monks at their Devotion (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Capuchin Monastery with Monks at their Devotions)

The Priest is the Living Image of God (chromolitho)
724653 The Priest is the Living Image of God (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Priest is the Living Image of God)

A characteristic ceremony for the appointment of five new cardinals, adoration at the Altar... (colour litho)
2783758 A characteristic ceremony for the appointment of five new cardinals, adoration at the Altar... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Mamertine Prison, Rome (b / w photo)
3096506 Mamertine Prison, Rome (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mamertine Prison, Rome. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

To Those About To Marry (colour litho)
3094387 To Those About To Marry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To Those About To Marry. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Interior, Cathedral of Monreale, Palermo, Sicily, Italy (colour litho)
5999610 Interior, Cathedral of Monreale, Palermo, Sicily, Italy (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior, Cathedral of Monreale, Palermo, Sicily)

Battle between the Gods and Titans and giants, Ancient Greek relief from Pergamon (litho)
5997083 Battle between the Gods and Titans and giants, Ancient Greek relief from Pergamon (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sacrifice to Hymen, Wedgwood jasperware oval bas-relief or tablet designed by John Flaxman, 1775 (autotype)
6014471 Sacrifice to Hymen, Wedgwood jasperware oval bas-relief or tablet designed by John Flaxman, 1775 (autotype) by English Photographer

The Lady Chapel, Ely Cathedral: East End, South Side of Altar (b / w photo)
6022539 The Lady Chapel, Ely Cathedral: East End, South Side of Altar (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: East End, South Side of Altar)

The Sovereigns of Europe Worshipping St George, late 15th century
LLM458009 The Sovereigns of Europe Worshipping St George, late 15th century by Shaw, Henry (1800-73); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sovereigns of Europe Worshipping St George)

Medea Boiling the Ram, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438501 Medea Boiling the Ram, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Ceremony of the Cult of Isis, from Pompeii (fresco) (b / w photo)
ALI242797 Ceremony of the Cult of Isis, from Pompeii (fresco) (b/w photo) by Roman; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Tabernacle in the Wilderness (engraving)
2812900 Tabernacle in the Wilderness (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tabernacle in the Wilderness)

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"Captivating Beauty: The Great Altar of Westminster Abbey" This mesmerizing photo captures the grandeur of the High Altar at Westminster Abbey in London. Adorned with intricate silverwork, it is known as the Silver Altar of Saint James the Major. The detailed antependium tells stories from the New Testament, including scenes such as "The Slaughter of the Innocents, " dating back to 1287-1456. Each panel depicts significant events like "The Kiss of Judas, " "Ascension and Presentation in the Temple, " and more. Crafted by Andrea di Jacopo d', this masterpiece showcases episodes from the New Testament, notably featuring "The Martyrdom of Saint James. " Its silvered beauty adds a touch of elegance to this sacred space. Stepping back in time, we glimpse Ancient Greece during its reign under kings through a colored engraving. This historical context adds depth to our understanding and appreciation for this remarkable altar. Another section highlights Herode's order for "The Massacre of the Innocents, " further emphasizing its significance within religious history. The attention to detail on every inch is truly awe-inspiring. Moving away from biblical narratives, we encounter an oil painting depicting "The Death of Canute IV" inside Saint Albanus Church. Christian Albrecht von Benzon's brushstrokes bring forth a haunting scene that captivates viewers' emotions. Michiel Coxcie's exquisite artwork titled "The Death of Abel" takes us on a journey through time once again. Painted after 1539, it graces Museo del Prado in Madrid with its profound portrayal. Turning our attention to vellum manuscripts, Folio 142r presents an enchanting moment when an angel appears to Zacharias in the temple—a testament to divine encounters captured on delicate pages. Lastly, we witness Mr Thomas Bilney's unwavering faith depicted both while proving the fire with his finger and during his martyrdom.