Ceremonies Collection (#4)

Sponsae Comitatus Ad Mariti Aedes Sub Noctem, image depicting the rites and ceremonies of escorting the bride on her
17th-century, aedes, affection, animals, antica, attraction, attractions, berlin-wedding, black, black-and-white, black-white, brew, brewing, brides, celebrate, celebrating, celebrations

Inauguration ceremony for the opening of the Industrial Exhibition in Paris between 1844 to 1849, France, Historic
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, black, black-and-white, black-white, ceremonial, ceremonies, characteristic, culture, custom, depiction, depictions, digital

Infanticide in India (engraving)
972321 Infanticide in India (engraving) by Dibdin, Thomas Colman (1810-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Infanticide in India. As practised in the Temple of Canesa in Benares)

Purim Tish
Orna Naor

Some Incidents of a Debutantes First Drawing-Room (engraving)
1604411 Some Incidents of a Debutantes First Drawing-Room (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Incidents of a Debutantes First Drawing-Room)

Full-length portrait of a master of ceremonies (colour litho)
957814 Full-length portrait of a master of ceremonies (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info.: Full-length portrait of a master of ceremonies)

Ruins of the stadium at Ephesus, Greece
6340253 Ruins of the stadium at Ephesus, Greece by Bernardoni (19th century); (add.info.: Ruins of the stadium at Ephesus, Greece)

New Year
1930: Streamers and champagne for revellers at a New Years party. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Christmas Stocking
circa 1930: The little girl is intrigued by what she has got in her stocking. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Easter Bunny
circa 1930: An Easter bunny carries easter eggs in a basket on his back while one woman adjusts his turn-ups and two others carry large easter eggs. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Neptunes Daughter
circa 1930: Sailors dressed up as Neptune and his mermaid daughter for the traditional ceremony of crossing the international date-line. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

Peanut Royalty
June 1927: Two London costermongers at a Costers Donkey Show, Newington Palace Fields, London, have peanuts sewn all over their suits. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

The Blarney Stone
1930: A girl lies flat on the ground, in order to kiss the Blarney Stone in Blarney Castle, Cork city. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Leviathan Launch
1857: The chain-drums and checking-gear used at the attempted launch of the Leviathan. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - pub. 1857 (Photo by Illustrated London News/Getty Images)

Kara-Kara Trumpeters
25th April 1903: The King of Kara-Karas State Trumpeters at the Anglo-French Boundary Settlement Commission during the colonisation of Nigeria

Flying The Carp
May 1920: The Chinese custom of Flying the Carp, the fish of Good Omen, on the Boys Festival in early May. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Summer Picnic
circa 1870: A group of Japanese women enjoy a picnic outdoors on the Kamogawa in Kyoto, southern Honshu. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Primrose Day
circa 1930: Wreaths decorate Lord Beaconsfields statue in Parliament Square, in front of the Houses of Parliament, on Primrose Day. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Art Lovers
4th May 1928: A fashionably dressed group, with the women in fur-trimmed coats and the man in a top hat, leaving the Royal Academy after a Private Day View. (Photo by London Express/Getty Images)

Holy Relics
March 1946: Rosary beads and religious relics belonging to Catholic priest Leonid Federov who died at Viatka. He was trained as a missionary for service in Russia at the Pontificia Collegio Russo in

The Procession of the Groom (oil on panel)
3525985 The Procession of the Groom (oil on panel) by Cleve, Maerten van (1527-81); 26 x 37.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One of a set of four); Photo eChristies Images; Flemish

The Procession of the Bride (oil on panel)
3525984 The Procession of the Bride (oil on panel) by Cleve, Maerten van (1527-81); 26 x 37.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One of a set of four); Photo eChristies Images; Flemish

Japan, c. 1912: Shishinden Hall in the Kyoto Palace, was used for new years audiance
6013067 Japan, c.1912: Shishinden Hall in the Kyoto Palace, was used for new years audiance, and other large ceremonies; The enthronement of the present emperor was held here at 1868

A Reception by the Sultan at Yildiz Kiosk, Munir Pasha, the Grand Master of Ceremonies, receving the Guests (litho)
1036804 A Reception by the Sultan at Yildiz Kiosk, Munir Pasha, the Grand Master of Ceremonies, receving the Guests (litho) by Hatherell

The Hon Spencer Lyttelton (colour litho)
612161 The Hon Spencer Lyttelton (colour litho) by Pellegrini, Carlo (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hon Spencer Lyttelton, Marshall of the Ceremonies, 4 December 1875)

Royal Gardens, Vauxhall. Coronation Gala, 9 September 1833 (engraving)
610672 Royal Gardens, Vauxhall. Coronation Gala, 9 September 1833 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Gardens, Vauxhall)

Reconstruction of the enactment of ceremonies in Solomon
694874 Reconstruction of the enactment of ceremonies in Solomons Temple during the last day (Hoshannah Raba) of the Jewish festival of Sukkot, illustration from Dictionnaire Historique de la Bible

Panoramic view of the Yam Custom, from Costumi dei... by Giulio Ferrario, c
619369 Panoramic view of the Yam Custom, from Costumi dei... by Giulio Ferrario, c.1820s-30s (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After T.E)

A Muscovite bishop (engraving)
972310 A Muscovite bishop (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Muscovite bishop in his pontifical habit)

Oriental divinities (engraving)
972304 Oriental divinities (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oriental divinities. The Hindu God Indra and Gautama Buddha)

Upper House of Convocation, Province of Canterbury (engraving)
972300 Upper House of Convocation, Province of Canterbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Upper House of Convocation, Province of Canterbury)

Hindu fakirs practising their superstitious rites (engraving)
972299 Hindu fakirs practising their superstitious rites (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Calvin (engraving)
972296 John Calvin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Calvin (1509-1564), French theologian of the Protestant Reformation

The Great Sacrifice of the Romans on Undertaking a War (engraving)
972334 The Great Sacrifice of the Romans on Undertaking a War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Sacrifice of the Romans on Undertaking a War)

Ignatius de Loyola (engraving)
972319 Ignatius de Loyola (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ignatius de Loyola (1491-1556)

Sia masks (colour litho)
980589 Sia masks (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sia masks. Illustration for an article on The Sia by Matilda Coxe Stevenson)

Ceremonial vase (colour litho)
980584 Ceremonial vase (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ceremonial vase)

Disturbance at signing of Neapolitan marriage contract (engraving)
980546 Disturbance at signing of Neapolitan marriage contract (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dance of Nahikai (engraving)
980448 Dance of Nahikai (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dance of Nahikai)

Mide dancing garters (colour litho)
980442 Mide dancing garters (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mide dancing garters)

Prey God Fetiches (colour litho)
980408 Prey God Fetiches (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prey God Fetiches)

A Powamu Mask (colour litho)
980393 A Powamu Mask (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Powamu Mask)

Le Masque mokenge des Bangongo, illustration from Notes ethnographiques sur les
1126812 Le Masque mokenge des Bangongo, illustration from Notes ethnographiques sur les peuples communement appelA©s Bakuba

A Molebin in St Petersburg, early 1900s (b / w photo)
833360 A Molebin in St Petersburg, early 1900s (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

C H Simpson, thirty-four years the Master of Ceremonies at the Royal Gardens, Vauxhall, London (engraving)
584518 C H Simpson, thirty-four years the Master of Ceremonies at the Royal Gardens, Vauxhall, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: C H Simpson)

Jewish Passover ceremony (colour litho)
3245466 Jewish Passover ceremony (colour litho) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: After a manuscript illustration from the 15th century); Peter Newark Pictures; English

Grand Lodge of Hamburg (colour litho)
2810778 Grand Lodge of Hamburg (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Lodge of Hamburg)

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"Celebrating the Splendor: A Glimpse into Captivating Ceremonies Around the World" Witnessing Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai, Thailand - a mesmerizing spectacle of Floating Sky Lanterns illuminating the night sky during this enchanting ceremony. Reflecting on History: The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, an iconic moment captured forever in time. Delving into Tradition: Unveiling the intricate Map of the Coronation ritual within Westminster Abbey, showcasing centuries-old customs and rituals. The Majestic Regalia: Exploring Britain's Coronation Regalia, a dazzling display of crowns, scepters, and other symbols of royal power and authority. Paying Tribute: Honoring fallen heroes at the Cenotaph Ceremony – a solemn occasion to remember those who made ultimate sacrifices for their countries. Secrets Unveiled: Peering into the Initiation Rituals of Freemasonry that have intrigued generations with their mysterious traditions and symbolism. Crowning Glory: Reliving the historic moment when Queen Elizabeth II ascended to her throne amidst grandeur and pageantry. Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Women's International Football Match at Plough Lane, Wimbledon – a testament to gender equality in sports through fierce competition and skillful play. Love Beneath Mistletoe Magic: Capturing an endearing snapshot from Christmas 1956 as a young boy steals a kiss under mistletoe – spreading joy and love during festive times. Savoring Ethiopian Culture: Partaking in an ancient Coffee Ceremony where rich aromas fill the air while coffee is brewed meticulously – symbolizing hospitality and community bonding in Ethiopia. Racing for Pancakes. Joining participants as they dash through streets flipping pancakes high above frying pans during exhilarating Pancake Races – an age-old tradition that brings laughter and excitement. A Royal Inauguration.