Imam Collection

Ss Pope Pius X, a portrait made on the occasion of his priestly jubilee, which is now being celebrated (colour litho)
2815168ss Pope Pius X, a portrait made on the occasion of his priestly jubilee, which is now being celebrated (colour litho) by Beltrame

Reverend F B Mellor (b / w photo)
816690 Reverend F B Mellor (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reverend F B Mellor in the dress of an Eastern scribe)

Iraq - Tomb of Husayn Ibn Ali at Karbala
Karbala (Karbala al-Muqaddasah) in Iraq - the Tomb/Shrine of Husayn ibn Ali - a holy site of Shiah Islam. It stands on the site of the grave of Husayn ibn Ali, the second grandson of Muhammad

Shrine of Husayn ibn Ali - Karbala
Karbala (Karbala al-Muqaddasah) in Iraq - the Tomb/Shrine of Husayn ibn Ali - a holy site of Shiah Islam. It stands on the site of the grave of Husayn ibn Ali, the second grandson of Muhammad

Imam Shamil (possibly someone dressed up to represent him as he died in 1871) - Political and religious leader of the Muslim tribes of the Northern Caucasus

Herbert Vaughan, Archbishop of Westminster, receiving the Pallium at the Brompton Oratory, London
6014135 Herbert Vaughan, Archbishop of Westminster, receiving the Pallium at the Brompton Oratory, London, 16 August 1892 (litho) by English School

The Ritualistic Prosecutions (engraving)
1060399 The Ritualistic Prosecutions (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ritualistic Prosecutions)

Allegory of the Wheel of Fortune. Detail. Miniature sd
JEB4826021 Allegory of the Wheel of Fortune. Detail. Miniature sd.; Bibliotheque Mejanes, Aix-en-Provence, France; © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2023.

The pope. The Pope crowns an emperor, who kneels before him, accompanied by two cardinals
FLO4675846 The pope. The Pope crowns an emperor, who kneels before him, accompanied by two cardinals, one of whom is ridiculously personified by Death. In the background there are eveques

Medals of Cyrenaean King Battus and Queen Pheretima 1,2,3, King Magas 4, the oracle of Ammon 5,6
FLO4620742 Medals of Cyrenaean King Battus and Queen Pheretima 1,2,3, King Magas 4, the oracle of Ammon 5,6, and Cyrenean priests 7,8

Saint Gestin (Yestin, Istan or Jestin) son of Geraint, (6th century), Welsh monk at Anglesey (Wales)
FLO4608348 Saint Gestin (Yestin, Istan or Jestin) son of Geraint, (6th century), Welsh monk at Anglesey (Wales) - Forte water by Robert Havell (1793-1878)

Japanese costume, circa 1800: a priest, a woman wearing gueta (wooden sandals)
FLO4634331 Japanese costume, circa 1800: a priest, a woman wearing gueta (wooden sandals), a man in official costume with his cane, a beggar monk

English Orthodox church abbot and monk. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre
FLO4624830 English Orthodox church abbot and monk. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World

Dr Henry ware, anglican bishop
672684 Dr Henry ware, anglican bishop; (add.info.: Rev Dr Ware, Henry Ware (22 June 1830 - 16 April 1909) was the inaugural Anglican Bishop of Barrow-in-Furness from 1889 until his death in 1909

Mandell Creighton, Bishop of Peterborough
672695 Mandell Creighton, Bishop of Peterborough; (add.info.: Bishop of Peterborough, Mandell Creighton 5 July 1843 - 14 January 1901, British historian and a bishop of the Church of England)

Costumes of religious elite of Ouidah, Benin, and an idol of black clay with a crown of lizards
FLO4620031 Costumes of religious elite of Ouidah, Benin, and an idol of black clay with a crown of lizards, snakes and feathers seated on a pedestal

Burmese court officials to the Emperor. Chief minister and counsellor (Woongee, Woondock) at left
FLO4624032 Burmese court officials to the Emperor. Chief minister and counsellor (Woongee, Woondock) at left, privy counsellor and first secretary (Attawoon and Sere Dogee)

The death of the Antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve) (1342-1394), on his deathbed surrounded by clerics
FLO4630712 The death of the Antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve) (1342-1394), on his deathbed surrounded by clerics and the election of the antipope Benedict XIII (Pedro de Luna or Pierre de Luna)

Bapteme among the Mormons in America in the 19th century. Drawing by David
PCT4261702 Bapteme among the Mormons in America in the 19th century. Drawing by David, after General Benett - Engraving of the journal "Tour du Monde"

Mormons in North America in the 19th century. Prophet Joseph Smith preaching a tribe of Indians around 1930
PCT4261695 Mormons in North America in the 19th century. Prophet Joseph Smith preaching a tribe of Indians around 1930. Drawing by Mettais - Engraving of the newspaper " Le tour du monde".;

L'abbe Jean Antoine NOLLET (1700-1770), French physicist (electricite)
JAB4121900 L'abbe Jean Antoine NOLLET (1700-1770), French physicist (electricite).; (add.info.: L'abbe Jean Antoine NOLLET (1700-1770)

Pope PIE V (Antonio Michele Ghislieri, 1504-1572). From " Les Imagines " by Domenico Zenoi (Zenoni)
JAB4121796 Pope PIE V (Antonio Michele Ghislieri, 1504-1572). From " Les Imagines " by Domenico Zenoi (Zenoni) (active 1560-1580), Venice 1596

Naples. The confession
3568812 Naples. The confession.; (add.info.: Naples 1865 ca. Photographer: Conrad, Giorgio); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Egyptian sacrificial priest and another priest with harp. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von
FLO4703430 Egyptian sacrificial priest and another priest with harp. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People

Shintoism: a priest - Shinto priest - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo
CSO4980144 Shintoism: a priest - Shinto priest - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo; (add.info.: Shintoism: a priest - Shinto priest - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo); Photo © DDF

Lettrine " a": teaching scene (A master with his disciples)
GIA5034657 Lettrine " a": teaching scene (A master with his disciples).; © Giancarlo Costa.

Abbess. Death, grotestically crowned with flags or feathers, seized the poor abbess with her scapular
FLO4675539 Abbess. Death, grotestically crowned with flags or feathers, seized the poor abbess with her scapular. A nun at the door of the convent, with her hands raised

A young bride leaving the church, with two kids holding her veil; the support contains the indication "Marriage of
3560380 A young bride leaving the church, with two kids holding her veil; the support contains the indication "Marriage of Carla Bianchi with Gigi Michiel Bianchi" by Unknown photographer

Aristocrats digging the Champ-de-Mars, 1790
1574857 Aristocrats digging the Champ-de-Mars, 1790; (add.info.: Aristocrats digging the Champ-de-Mars. The image shows well-dressed aristocrats and members of the clergy digging)

Group of nuns with a girl dressed as a bride
3562923 Group of nuns with a girl dressed as a bride by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: 1900-1905 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Religious Orthodox, Corfu
3561844 Religious Orthodox, Corfu by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Corfu, Greece 1904 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence.

A dense crowd of Americans on pilgrimage for the Jubilee of Saint Paul
3569994 A dense crowd of Americans on pilgrimage for the Jubilee of Saint Paul by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1950 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives

Lettrine "O". Monks singing in a convent. Miniaturated page of a 13th century manuscript
GIA5036494 Lettrine "O". Monks singing in a convent. Miniaturated page of a 13th century manuscript.; © Giancarlo Costa.

Monument to Arnaldo da Brescia. Work by Odoardo Tabacchi located in Piazzale Arnaldo in Brescia
3558195 Monument to Arnaldo da Brescia. Work by Odoardo Tabacchi located in Piazzale Arnaldo in Brescia by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); (add.info.: Artist: Tabacchi)

Christian priests of Abyssinia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient
FLO4619836 Christian priests of Abyssinia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World

Drotte (priest) and fola (pretress), of the Gothic peoples of Scandinavia
FLO4608365 Drotte (priest) and fola (pretress), of the Gothic peoples of Scandinavia, in the background a naked pretress carries out a human sacrifice - Forte water by Robert Havell (1793-1878)

Switzerland, Canton of Lucerne, DI, Lucerne: old quarter, Sacristan house, 1895
LUX4795304 Switzerland, Canton of Lucerne, DI, Lucerne: old quarter, Sacristan house, 1895; (add.info.: Switzerland, Canton of Lucerne, DI, Lucerne: old quarter, Sacristan house)

Clerge costumes: an abbess at the end of the 12th century (143), his suit is very simple: long tunic with long sleeves
FLO4708125 Clerge costumes: an abbess at the end of the 12th century (143), his suit is very simple: long tunic with long sleeves, probably linen, worn on a black dress the same length as the tunic

Norman Archeveque in a choir dress of the 12th century, written with goose feather in an enluminated manuscript
FLO4708104 Norman Archeveque in a choir dress of the 12th century, written with goose feather in an enluminated manuscript, on a yellow background, with the edged edge

Jewish high priest and kneeling Jewish woman with veil. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's
FLO4704326 Jewish high priest and kneeling Jewish woman with veil. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of

Egyptian priest with scroll and another priest with waterjug. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von
FLO4703432 Egyptian priest with scroll and another priest with waterjug. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal

Caucasus costumes: a Tungus priest, a Turkestan couple in front of their tent
FLO4634380 Caucasus costumes: a Tungus priest, a Turkestan couple in front of their tent, a Circassian man and a horse prince in armor

Eveque. Quietly resides in his fate, the eveque is led by death, while in the background
FLO4675888 Eveque. Quietly resides in his fate, the eveque is led by death, while in the background, the loss of the good shepherd is symbolically plunged by several shepherds in the midst of their

Abbe. Death having robbed of his mitre and his butt, draws the abbe with him
FLO4675534 Abbe. Death having robbed of his mitre and his butt, draws the abbe with him. The abbe resists with all his strength, and apprehends to throw his breviary to his opponent. Plate 11

Illustration of a Buddhist priest in Japan
3522233 Illustration of a Buddhist priest in Japan; (add.info.: Illustration of a Buddhist priest in Japan. Dated 18th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

At the National Rose Society's Show in the Temple Gardens, a Quite Corner for Tea (engraving)
1037193 At the National Rose Society's Show in the Temple Gardens, a Quite Corner for Tea (engraving) by Salmon, Balliol (1868-1953) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr Bumble refusing Darby and Joan entry to the Workhouse together. Men and women were housed in separate wards
527877 Mr Bumble refusing Darby and Joan entry to the Workhouse together. Men and women were housed in separate wards and old couples were reluctant to spend their last days apart

Satirical view of Trade Unions and their demands from tailors and bricklayers to police and clergy. Lithograph 1830s
527860 Satirical view of Trade Unions and their demands from tailors and bricklayers to police and clergy. Lithograph 1830s. ; Universal History Archive/UIG.

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Imam: A Journey through Faith and Tradition From the ancient lands of Iraq, where the Tomb of Husayn Ibn Ali stands tall in Karbala, to the vibrant streets of London's Brompton Oratory, the figure of an imam has woven its way into diverse cultures and historical moments. Imams hold a significant role in various religious communities, guiding their followers with wisdom and devotion. In a captivating lithograph portrait, we witness Pope Pius X celebrating his priestly jubilee. His serene expression reflects the profound influence that imams have had on countless individuals throughout history. Their teachings transcend borders and touch hearts across generations. The engraving depicting Ritualistic Prosecutions reminds us that imams often face challenges as they strive to uphold their beliefs. Imam Shamil's unwavering dedication to his faith is etched into our collective memory as he fought for what he believed was right. The Shrine of Husayn ibn Ali in Karbala serves as a sacred testament to the enduring legacy of imams. It stands as a symbol of resilience against oppression and injustice—a beacon for those seeking solace amidst turmoil. Even in distant lands like Oman, Said bin Taimur Sultan faced opposition from an imam who resisted modernization efforts. This clash between tradition and progress underscores how deeply rooted they are within their communities' values and customs. Through engravings showcasing religious costumes worn by monks from different orders—Carmelites, Franciscans, Capuchins—the diversity among these spiritual leaders becomes apparent. Each attire represents not only personal choice but also a connection to centuries-old traditions upheld by devoted individuals dedicated to serving others selflessly. Juxtaposing these traditional garments with images portraying Jesuits, Marist Brothers, Benedictine monks highlights how religious costumes have evolved over time while retaining their symbolic significance.