Benediction Collection (page 6)

The Archbishop of Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Archbishop of Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

The Pilgrims of Emmaus, after Jacopo Bassano, c.1600. Creator: Jacopo Bassano il vecchio
The Pilgrims of Emmaus, after Jacopo Bassano, c.1600

Sketch for the church of Noisy-le-Sec: The Baptism of Christ, 1872. Creator: Alexandre Grellet
Sketch for the church of Noisy-le-Sec: The Baptism of Christ, 1872

Portrait de Marie-Dominique Sibour (1792-1857), archevêque de Paris de 1848 à 1857, 1856. Creator: Thomas Couture
Portrait de Marie-Dominique Sibour (1792-1857), archeveque de Paris de 1848 a 1857, 1856

Peccati Mortisque Triumphor Christus. Creator: Marco Alvise Pitteri
Peccati Mortisque Triumphor Christus

Saint John, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Saint John, 15th century

Divine Infant with the Globe in a Circle with Four Angels, probably c. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Divine Infant with the Globe in a Circle with Four Angels, probably c. 1500

The Resurrection, c. 1513. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
The Resurrection, c. 1513

Christ Taking Leave of Mary, c. 1513. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Christ Taking Leave of Mary, c. 1513

The Resurrection, c. 1513. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
The Resurrection, c. 1513

Jesus with Martha and Mary, c1841. Creator: Henry Scheffer
Jesus with Martha and Mary, c1841

Presentation of Colours to the First Somerset Militia, by the Countess Poulett, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of Colours to the First Somerset Militia, by the Countess Poulett, 1854. Military ceremony during the Crimean War

The Baptism of Christ. Sketch for decoration of the nave of Saint-Germain-des-Pres church, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Baptism of Christ. Sketch for decoration of the nave of Saint-Germain-des-Pres church, 1858

Allegory of Fortune, 1896. Creator: Unknown
Allegory of Fortune, 1896

Allegory of the Revolution of 1789, 1796. Creators: Nicolas Raguenet, Jacques Wilbaut
Allegory of the Revolution of 1789, 1796

Christ in Majesty [recto], early 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Christ in Majesty [recto], early 12th century

Ceremony of the Blessing of the Sea, at Ostend, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Ceremony of the Blessing of the Sea, at Ostend [in Belgium], 1854....the annual ceremony of Blessing the Sea...is usually performed on St

Christ seen in profile facing right, making the sign of blessing with his right hand, 1600-1640. Creator: Anon
Christ seen in profile facing right, making the sign of blessing with his right hand, in an oval frame, from Christ, the Virgin, and Thirteen Apostles, 1600-1640

Christ Taking Leave of Mary before the Passion, c. 1513. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Christ Taking Leave of Mary before the Passion, c. 1513

Christ Appearing to Saint Magdalene, c. 1513. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Christ Appearing to Saint Magdalene, c. 1513

Christ Appearing to the Magdalene, c. 1513. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Christ Appearing to the Magdalene, c. 1513

In You Rejoiceth, between 1615 and 1648. Creator: Franghias Kavertzas
In You Rejoiceth, between 1615 and 1648

The "Beautiful Virgin" of Ratisbon in a Landscape, c. 1519/1520. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
The "Beautiful Virgin" of Ratisbon in a Landscape, c. 1519/1520

Virgin in a Landscape, c. 1515. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Virgin in a Landscape, c. 1515

The "Beautiful Virgin" of Ratisbon in a Landscape, c. 1519/1520. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
The "Beautiful Virgin" of Ratisbon in a Landscape, c. 1519/1520

The Baptism of Christ, 1641/67. Creator: Cornelis van Poelenburgh
The Baptism of Christ, 1641/67

Lu Ji (Riku Seki), from the series "Twenty-four Paragons of Filial Piety in China...", c. 1848/50
Lu Ji (Riku Seki), from the series "Twenty-four Paragons of Filial Piety in China (Morokoshi nijushiko)", c. 1848/50

Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30. Creator: Maestro Daddesco
Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30

Sitting of the Synod, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Sitting of the Synod at Thurles, [in County Tipperary, Ireland], 1850. Clegy holding a meeting. "lam enabled", writes our Artist, "to send this Sketch

Presentation of New Colours to the 28th Foot, at Portsmouth, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of New Colours to the 28th Foot, at Portsmouth, [Hampshire], 1850....the presentation of the new colours to the 28th, by Lady Augusta Fitzclarence, took place

The Laying of the Foundation-Stone of Victoria College, Jersey, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Laying of the Foundation-Stone of Victoria College, Jersey, 1850. Building...to commemorate the visit of the Queen and the Prince Consort to the island in 1846...On the site of the ceremony were

Fireworks at the Merchant Seamen's Orphan Asylum, Bow-Road, on Tuesday, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Fireworks at the Merchant Seamen's Orphan Asylum, Bow-Road [in London], on Tuesday, 1850....the Committee of this excellent Charity...provided for the subscribers

Melchisedech Blessing Abraham, from Opera Selectoria, 1743. Creator: John Baptist Jackson
Melchisedech Blessing Abraham, from Opera Selectoria, 1743

Portrait of Ecclesiastic, n.d. Creator: Gaspar Netscher
Portrait of Ecclesiastic, n.d

Embroidered Picture, c. 1936. Creator: Evelyn Bailey
Embroidered Picture, c. 1936

Blessing of a House, 22 July, 1889. Creator: Unknown
Blessing of a House, 22 July, 1889. From a collection consisting of an album and individual photographs that document the Arctic voyage in 1889 of the clipper ship Razboinik (Pirate)

The Preston Guild Festival: the mayor laying the foundation-stone of the...new townhall, 1862. Creator: E. Skill
The Preston Guild Festival: the mayor laying the foundation-stone of the north-east corner of the new townhall, 1862. The first stone was...laid with masonic honours...the cortege presented a very

Figures prepared by Baron von Hess for a painted window in Glasgow Cathedral: John the Baptist, 1862 Creator: Unknown
Figures prepared by Baron von Hess for a painted window in Glasgow Cathedral: John the Baptist, 1862. This great work of embellishing a national monument

Relief of Alexander the Great being blessed by Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor
Relief of Alexander the Great as the Pharaoh being blessed by the god Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt

Statue of Saint John, 1858-1861 (sculpture)
8617839 Statue of Saint John, 1858-1861 (sculpture) by Geoffroy-Dechaume, Adolphe Victor (1816-1892); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Statue of Saint John)

Lord Ganesha Ganpati Embroidery Work on Velvet
3609853 Lord Ganesha Ganpati Embroidery Work on Velvet by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Lord Ganesha Ganpati Painting on Velvet
3609837 Lord Ganesha Ganpati Painting on Velvet by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Lord Ganesh Ganpati Miniature Painting on Ivory
3609779 Lord Ganesh Ganpati Miniature Painting on Ivory by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Painting of Ganesh Ganpati God on Marble Plate
3609789 Painting of Ganesh Ganpati God on Marble Plate by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Goddess Saraswati Miniature Painting on Paper
3609786 Goddess Saraswati Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Goddess Lakshmi Miniature Painting on Paper
3609788 Goddess Lakshmi Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

God Shiva Nude Pose, Miniature Painting on Paper
3609783 God Shiva Nude Pose, Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

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"Benediction: A Divine Gesture Across Time and Art" From the iconic Christ Pantocrator gazing down with authority, to Saint Nicholas of Lipna bestowing his blessings upon the faithful, it has been a powerful motif in art throughout history. It transcends cultures and eras, capturing moments of divine grace and human devotion. In Les jeunes lionceaux recoivent la benediction du roi lion, we witness the majestic scene as young lions receive the blessing from their king. This captivating image reminds us that even in nature's realm, benevolence reigns supreme. The Virgin and Child with Saint Liborius and Carlo Borromeo portrays a tender moment where heavenly intercession meets earthly piety. The gentle touch serves as a bridge between mortal souls and celestial realms. Sandro Botticelli's masterpiece, The Cestello Annunciation, transports us to the angelic encounter when Mary receives her sacred calling. Through this act of benediction, she becomes an instrument for God's plan to unfold on Earth. As Jesus enters Jerusalem amidst jubilant crowds in The triumphal entry into Jerusalem (chromolitho), His outstretched hand offers not only salvation but also a profound blessing upon those who welcome Him with open hearts. Cardinal Wolsey stands dignified in his ecclesiastical regalia; his presence exudes authority as he imparts blessings onto others. In this portrayal by an unknown artist from c1500s (1890), we glimpse the power vested in religious leaders through acts of benediction. Tichon Filatyev's depiction of The Hospitality of Abraham reveals how divine visitors bring blessings beyond measure. As Abraham welcomes angels into his home, their gestures convey both reverence and reassurance—a reminder that hospitality can lead to extraordinary encounters with divinity. A tapestry panel depicting the Death of the Virgin showcases how even at life's end, benediction holds sway.