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Priestesses Collection

Priestesses, also known as Vestals, have long held a significant role in various cultures throughout history

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Scène antique, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Eugène Froment

Scène antique, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Eugène Froment
Scene antique, mid-late 19th century. Classical scene. Women offer incense in front of an altar

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Vestals

Vestals
3433603 Vestals by Ferri, Ciro (1634-89); Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Ferri Ciro 1634-89 " Le Vestali" - Roma, Galleria Spada ); Italian, out of copyright

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Egyptian priests and priestesses, from Denon (engraving)

Egyptian priests and priestesses, from Denon (engraving)
5200687 Egyptian priests and priestesses, from Denon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian priests and priestesses, from Denon)

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Les Vestales (colour litho)

Les Vestales (colour litho)
2802042 Les Vestales (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Vestales. Illustration for Le Livre D Amour (Boulanger, c 1890).); © Look and Learn

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Grecian priestesses performing offerings and libations (engraving)

Grecian priestesses performing offerings and libations (engraving)
5200745 Grecian priestesses performing offerings and libations (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grecian priestesses performing offerings and libations)

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Medea Boiling the Ram, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S

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

Background imagePriestesses Collection: The Roses of Heliogabalus, 1888 (oil on canvas)

The Roses of Heliogabalus, 1888 (oil on canvas)
3431718 The Roses of Heliogabalus, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 132.7x214.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Devotion (chromolitho)

Devotion (chromolitho)
735194 Devotion (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Devotion. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century)

Background imagePriestesses Collection: German Priestesses following the Army (engraving)

German Priestesses following the Army (engraving)
3653517 German Priestesses following the Army (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: German Priestesses following the Army, Column of Marcus Aurelius at Rome)

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Egyptian priest and priestesses, from statues in the Capitol (engraving)

Egyptian priest and priestesses, from statues in the Capitol (engraving)
5200686 Egyptian priest and priestesses, from statues in the Capitol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian priest and priestesses)

Background imagePriestesses Collection: The Libyan Sibyl, 16th century. Creator: Master with the Name of Jesus

The Libyan Sibyl, 16th century. Creator: Master with the Name of Jesus
The Libyan Sibyl, 16th century. [Persian Sybil, Libyan Sibyl, Delphic Sybil, Cumaean Sybil, Erytheian Sybil, Samian Sybil]

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Arthur in Avalon Date: 1881

Arthur in Avalon Date: 1881

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Vestal Virgins in ancient Rome tending the sacred fire in their temple

Vestal Virgins in ancient Rome tending the sacred fire in their temple. After a 19th century illustration by an unidentified artist; Illustration

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Two priestesses in ancient Greece make offerings to the dead in the form of a libation poured upon

Two priestesses in ancient Greece make offerings to the dead in the form of a libation poured upon a flame on an altar. After a work by English artist John Flaxman

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Priestesses of the goddess Vesta. Colored engraving

Priestesses of the goddess Vesta. Colored engraving
Priestesses of the goddess Vesta in the temple. Engraving. Colored

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Priestesses of the goddess Vesta

Priestesses of the goddess Vesta in the temple. Engraving

Background imagePriestesses Collection: House of the Vestal Virgins. Rome. Italy

House of the Vestal Virgins. Rome. Italy
Italy. Rome. House of the Vestal VIrgins. Aerial view. Roman Forum

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Priests of Isis

Priests of Isis
Priests and priestesses of Isis, whose worship is adopted from Egypt by the Romans who know a good goddess when they meet one

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Japan - Shinto Priestesses

Japan - Shinto Priestesses
Lantern slide of Japan, Shinto Priestesses. Shinto or Shintoism, also kami-no-michi, is the indigenous spirituality of Japan and the people of Japan

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Nikko priestesses - Japan

Nikko priestesses - Japan - Priestesses Date: 1952

Background imagePriestesses Collection: British Priestesses

British Priestesses
Two Roman-British priestesses in their temple precinct : the one on the left wears the ancient style of costume, her companion a more Romanised gown and tunic. Date: early centuries AD

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Mata Hari / Dagger Dance

Mata Hari / Dagger Dance
MATA HARI (= Eye of Dawn) (Margarete Gertrude Zelle) dances the sacred Brahmic Dagger Dance, claiming to have learnt it as a child from the priestesses of Java

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Druidesses of Gaul

Druidesses of Gaul
Druid priestesses on the Breton coast are consulted as prophets : Vercingetorix is just one leader who makes use of their inspired utterances

Background imagePriestesses Collection: Institution of the Vestal Virgins in Ancient Rome

Institution of the Vestal Virgins in Ancient Rome
Numa Pompilius institutes the Vestal Virgins, four priestesses of Vesta (goddess of the hearth) who performed sacred rites for the community


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Priestesses, also known as Vestals, have long held a significant role in various cultures throughout history. From the Egyptian priests and priestesses depicted in Denon's engravings to the vibrant colors of Les Vestales lithograph, these women were revered for their spiritual devotion. Grecian priestesses performing offerings and libations, captured in an engraving, showcase their graceful movements and sacred rituals. In Medea Boiling the Ram illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by Harrison and MacColl, we witness the power of a priestess harnessing her abilities for mystical purposes. The Roses of Heliogabalus painting portrays a scene where they can surrounded by cascading petals, symbolizing their connection with nature and divine forces. Devotion is beautifully depicted through chromolitho artistry, showcasing the unwavering commitment of these women to their religious practices. German Priestesses following the Army engraving highlights how these devoted individuals would accompany soldiers into battle, offering prayers for protection and victory. The statuesque figures of Egyptian priests and priestesses showcased in Capitol engravings remind us of their enduring legacy within ancient civilizations. The Libyan Sibyl painting from the 16th century captures one such prophetess who possessed great wisdom and foresight. Arthur in Avalon depicts mythical tales where enchantresses played pivotal roles alongside knights on quests for honor and glory. Lastly, colored engravings depicting Priestesses of the goddess Vesta demonstrate not only their importance but also celebrate their beauty as they carry out sacred duties with grace. Throughout time, they have been guardians of tradition, mediators between mortals and deities; they embody spirituality itself. Their presence transcends mere mortal existence as they connect humanity with higher realms. These captivating images serve as reminders that behind every powerful civilization stood extraordinary women who dedicated themselves to serving divine causes - forever etching themselves into history's tapestry.