Catholic Church Collection

The guardian angel, 1897. Private Collection

The Young Martyr (La Jeune Martyre), 1855. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Fleisch macht Fleisch (Meat Gives Meat), 1555. Found in the Collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Guardian Angel (after Pietro da Cortona). Artist: Ferri, Ciro (1634-1689)
The Guardian Angel (after Pietro da Cortona). Private Collection

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North rose window of Chartres Cathedral, depicting the glorification of the Virgin Mary, c. 1230 A.D. France. Digital photograph

Saint Jerome in his Study, ca 1475. Artist: Antonello da Messina (ca 1430-1479)
Saint Jerome in his Study, ca 1475. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Ireland, County Galway, Connemara. View of the Kylemore Abbey. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / Danita Delimont

Ethiopian style religious painting in the small Catholic church at Kalacha on the edge of the Chalbi Desert

St. Cornelius (engraving)
XJF342459 St. Cornelius (engraving) by Italian School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Cornelius (d.253) Pope and Martyr; became Pope in 251; died in exile; ); Italian

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Pope Francis, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Pope Francis, 2023. Argentinian pontiff, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in 1936, elected as Pope in 2013

The Sacred Heart of Jesus, 19th Century (colour litho)
942919 The Sacred Heart of Jesus, 19th Century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Saint Martin and a beggar, after 1650. Found in the collection of National Gallery, Prague

The Conversion of Saint Augustine, ca 1430-1435. Creator: Angelico, Fra Giovanni
The Conversion of Saint Augustine, ca 1430-1435. Found in the collection of Musee Thomas Henry, Cherbourg-Octeville

Austria, Salzburg, Herbert von Karajan Square, Pferdeschwemme - horse pond

Tobias and the Angel, ca 1470-1475. Creator: Verrocchio, Andrea del (1437-1488)
Tobias and the Angel, ca 1470-1475. Found in the Collection of National Gallery, London

The morning of the Feast of Corpus Christi, 1857. Found in the Collection of O sterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna

Saint Jerome, ca 1606. Found in the Collection of Galleria Borghese, Rome

Landscape with Tobias and the Angel. Artist: Brueghel, Jan, the Younger (1601-1678)
Landscape with Tobias and the Angel. Found in the collection of Szepmuveszeti Muzeum, Budapest

Italy, Ostuni, close up view of old city

Iglesia San Sebastian, Monimbo Barrio, Masaya, Nicaragua, Central America

Departure of the 69th Regiment, N. Y. S. M. April 23rd 1861
NYH192709 Departure of the 69th Regiment, N.Y.S.M. April 23rd 1861, the Irish Headquarters around St. Patricks Cathedral, corner of Prince and Mott Street, New York (colour litho) by Sarony

Saint Jerome in his Cell, ca 1608. Found in the Collection of St. Johns Co-Cathedral, Valletta, Malta

The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian. Artist: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Saint Sebastian, ca 1459. Artist: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
Saint Sebastian, ca 1459. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

Historic image in black and white of a cathedral in Trondheim, Norway circa 1920; Trondheim, Trondelag, Norway

USA, California, San Francisco. Aerial view of St. Ignatius Church lit at twilight

Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa at Plaza de Armas Square at twilight, UNESCO, Arequipa, Arequipa Province, Arequipa Region, Peru

Facade of Puno Cathedral, Puno, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas, Llanquihue Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Osorno Volcano, Puerto Varas, Llanquihue Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Osorno Volcano, Puerto Varas, Llanquihue Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas, Llanquihue Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Church of Dalcahue, Dalcahue, UNESCO, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Iglesia de San Francisco Church at sunrise, Castro, UNESCO, Chiloe Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Facade of blue Iglesia Patrimonial Nuestra Senora del Patrocinio Church, Tenaun, Dalcahue, UNESCO, Chiloe Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Facade of blue Iglesia Patrimonial Nuestra Senora del Patrocinio Church, Tenaun, Dalcahue, UNESCO, Chiloe Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Plaza de Armas and Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, UNESCO, Arequipa, Arequipa Province, Arequipa Region, Peru

El Misti volcano rising above Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa at Plaza de Armas Square at twilight, UNESCO, Arequipa, Arequipa Province, Arequipa Region, Peru

Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa at Plaza de Armas Square at sunset, UNESCO, Arequipa, Arequipa Province, Arequipa Region, Peru

Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa at Plaza de Armas Square at twilight, UNESCO, Arequipa, Arequipa Province, Arequipa Region, Peru

Facade of Puno Cathedral, Puno, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Facade of Puno Cathedral, Puno, Puno Province, Puno Region, Peru

Church of Dalcahue, Dalcahue, UNESCO, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Church of Dalcahue, Dalcahue, UNESCO, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Church of Achao facade on sunny day, Achao, Quinchao Island, UNESCO, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Facade of Iglesia Huyar Alto Church, Huyar, Curaco De Velez, Quinchao Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Iglesia de San Francisco Church at sunrise, Castro, UNESCO, Chiloe Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

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"The Catholic Church: A Tapestry of Faith, Art, and History" Step into the enchanting world of the Catholic Church as we explore its rich tapestry of faith, art, and history. From the ethereal beauty of "The Guardian Angel" by Antonello da Messina in 1475 to the thought-provoking "Fleisch macht Fleisch (Meat Gives Meat)" from 1555, each piece tells a unique story. Intriguingly captured in Ciro Ferri's rendition of "The Guardian Angel (after Pietro da Cortona), " we witness celestial protection guiding us through life's trials. This divine presence resonates throughout centuries-old engravings like "St. Cornelius, " reminding us that spirituality transcends time. Traveling across continents, an Ethiopian-style religious painting within a small Catholic community showcases how faith unites diverse cultures under one universal belief system. Meanwhile, Verrocchio's masterpiece "Tobias and the Angel" transports us back to Renaissance Italy with its masterful brushstrokes and profound symbolism. As we delve deeper into history, Ireland's Kylemore Abbey stands tall as a testament to unwavering devotion amidst breathtaking landscapes. Its tranquil surroundings invite contemplation and reflection on our spiritual journey. Saints play a significant role within Catholicism; their lives inspire believers worldwide. Saint Jerome is immortalized in various artworks such as his study depicted ca 1606—a glimpse into his scholarly pursuits that shaped Christian literature for generations to come. Finally, let us not forget those who sacrificed everything for their unwavering faith—the young martyr portrayed poignantly in Paul Delaroche's painting from 1855 serves as a reminder of courage even in the face of adversity. Join us on this captivating exploration where art intertwines with religion—where guardian angels guide our path and saints illuminate our souls. The Catholic Church invites all seekers to discover its timeless beauty and profound teachings that have shaped humanity for centuries.