Crypt Collection (page 3)

The Basilica of San Vicente, a Romanesque church outside the walled city of Avila, Spain, Europe

Paris, France. Detail of a crypt in the Pere Lachaise cemetery in Paris

Undercroft
Christopher Budny

Fresco, Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chaource, Aube, France
Christ dressed as a gardener and Mary Magdalene, with an apple tree, representing original sin, and a speech scroll reading Noli me Tangere, wall fresco

Sculptures, Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chaource, Aube
Nicolas de Monstier and his wife Jacqueline de Laignes, donors of the Entombment sculptural group, 1515, by the Master of Chaource, made for their sepulchral chapel

Entombment sculpture, Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chaource
Entombment, or Holy Sepulchre, sculptural group, 1515, by the Master of Chaource, made for the sepulchral chapel of Nicolas de Monstier and Jacqueline de Laignes

Four Hooded Figures
This painting shows a side on view of a procession of four hooded figures, solemnly bearing a single candle, inside a dimly lit crypt or undercroft. Date: circa 1915

Italy. Rome. Catacombs of Callixtus. 2nd - 4th centuries. Interior

2nd Century 3rd 4th Ancient Ancient Age Appian
2nd, century, 3rd, 4th, ancient, Ancient, Age, Appian, way, Callixtus, catacomb, catacombs, cemetery, crypt, death, grave, graves, Illuminate, illumination, interior, italian, Italy, narrow, Niche

Grand Masters Crypt, Valletta, Malta
View inside the Grand Masters (Knights of Malta) Crypt, St John's Co-Cathedral, Valletta, Malta, showing the sarcophagi of (left to right) Philippe Villiers de l'Isle Adam

BODIES IN CRYPT/SPAIN
Exposed bodies in a crypt in Esquivias, Spain Date: 1932

Cloisters
Miroslaw Prybinski

But he said, go back, go back to the world
Charlaine Gerber

Old carved whipping block, preserved in the crypt of St Martins Church, London (engraving)
1093196 Old carved whipping block, preserved in the crypt of St Martins Church, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old carved whipping block)

Curious Cemetery under the Capuchin Monastery, near Syracuse, engraved by Joseph Constantine Stadler (fl)
STC88439 Curious Cemetery under the Capuchin Monastery, near Syracuse, engraved by Joseph Constantine Stadler (fl.1780-1812) pub

Madonna on the throne and Saint (fresco)
2654991 Madonna on the throne and Saint (fresco) by Boselli, Antonio (fl.1496-1536) (attr.to); Church of San Michele al Pozzo Bianco, Bergamo, Italy; (add.info.: Bergamo, Citta alta, Church of S)

Lord Leightons Last Resting-Place (engraving)
1041915 Lord Leightons Last Resting-Place (engraving) by Brewer, Henry Charles (1866-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Leightons Last Resting-Place)

Remains of Bristol Castle (pencil & w / c on paper)
2832193 Remains of Bristol Castle (pencil & w/c on paper) by British School, (19th century); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; © Bristol Museums

La Fontaines Fables - The Drunkard and his Wife
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Drunkard and his Wife

Valley of dry bones
Vision of the valley of dry bones, a scene from the bible. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker

Farinata Degli Uberti
" Farinata Degli Uberti, a scene from Dantes Inferno. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Cast and Wrought Iron Ornament, c. 1936. Creator: Ray Price
Cast and Wrought Iron Ornament, c. 1936

Iron Gate and Fence, c. 1936. Creator: Ray Price
Iron Gate and Fence, c. 1936

Cross, c. 1936. Creator: Ray Price
Cross, c. 1936

A Visit to the Tombs in Westminster Abbey, October 23, 1789

A deacon saint and a bishop saint (fresco)
3573922 A deacon saint and a bishop saint (fresco) by Byzantine School, (9th-14th century); Crypt of the Virgin Mary Coelimanna, Supersano, Lecce, Apulia

The crypt of St Philips Church, Stepney (engraving)
3654721 The crypt of St Philips Church, Stepney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crypt of St Philips Church, Stepney)

The crypt of St John s, Clerkenwell (engraving)
3636370 The crypt of St John s, Clerkenwell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crypt of St John s, Clerkenwell)

German soldiers helping themselves to the contents of the wine cellar of Thionville Cathedral, France
6001329 German soldiers helping themselves to the contents of the wine cellar of Thionville Cathedral, France, Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 (engraving) by European School

Catacombs of the Capuchin Monastery, Palermo, Sicily, Italy (litho)
5997204 Catacombs of the Capuchin Monastery, Palermo, Sicily, Italy (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catacombs of the Capuchin Monastery, Palermo, Sicily)

Saint-Theodosius, Crypt of the monastery (b / w photo)
5214492 Saint-Theodosius, Crypt of the monastery (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint-Theodosius, Crypt of the monastery)

The Crypt of St Leonards Church, Hythe (engraving)
1044426 The Crypt of St Leonards Church, Hythe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crypt of St Leonards Church, Hythe)

Rochester Cathedral, view of the crypt (colour litho)
966434 Rochester Cathedral, view of the crypt (colour litho) by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rochester Cathedral, view of the crypt)

Kirkstall Abbey Crypt, 1812 (etching & engraving)
993094 Kirkstall Abbey Crypt, 1812 (etching & engraving) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

The Crypt of St Pauls Cathedral, Professor Donaldsons Proposed Improvement (engraving)
1097353 The Crypt of St Pauls Cathedral, Professor Donaldsons Proposed Improvement (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crypt of St Pauls Cathedral)

The Tomb of Napoleon (engraving)
1097211 The Tomb of Napoleon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tomb of Napoleon)

St Marys Hall, Coventry (photo)
727554 St Marys Hall, Coventry (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Marys Hall, Coventry)

The crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587445 The crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crypt of St Pauls Cathedral)

Nelsons Tomb in the crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587434 Nelsons Tomb in the crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nelsons Tomb in the crypt of St Pauls Cathedral)

Proposed improvement of the crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587417 Proposed improvement of the crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St Stephens Chapel, entrance from cloister to crypt (engraving)
602745 St Stephens Chapel, entrance from cloister to crypt (engraving) by Billings, R. W. (1813-74); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Stephens Chapel, Westminster, London)

St. Peter, c. 1175-80 (fresco)
MES408611 St. Peter, c.1175-80 (fresco) by Romanesque, (12th century); Marienberg Abbey, mals, South Tyrol, Italy; eMark Edward Smith; out of copyright

Angels, c. 1175-80 (fresco)
MES408610 Angels, c.1175-80 (fresco) by Romanesque, (12th century); Marienberg Abbey, mals, South Tyrol, Italy; eMark Edward Smith; out of copyright

Tomb of Thomas Rowley and his wife in the crypt of St Johns Church (w / c on paper)
2831886 Tomb of Thomas Rowley and his wife in the crypt of St Johns Church (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Brass of Thomas Rowley and wife in the middle aisle of St John
2831885 Brass of Thomas Rowley and wife in the middle aisle of St Johns Church (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Unknown tomb in the crypt of St Johns Church (w / c on paper)
2831883 Unknown tomb in the crypt of St Johns Church (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

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Exploring the hidden depths of history and culture, crypts unveil secrets from various corners of the world. In Dalyan, Turkey, the Lycian tombs stand tall above fishing boats and tourists' vessels, painting a mesmerizing picture of ancient civilizations in Anatolia. Anagni, Italy reveals an enigmatic fresco within its cathedral's crypt; its creator remains unknown but their artistry speaks volumes. Journeying to Petra in Jordan, The Treasury's interior whispers tales of long-lost treasures and architectural marvels etched into Eurasia's memory. Montmartre in France commemorates the founding of the Jesuit Order within its crypt - a sacred space that witnessed significant historical events shaping religious narratives. Lord Nelson finds eternal rest within his tomb as it becomes a solemn reminder of valor and sacrifice for generations to come. Nazareth's Grotto of the Annunciation evokes spirituality with every step taken through its hallowed halls. In Sussex, England lies Battle Abbey's ruins where a crypt stands as a testament to battles fought and lives lost throughout time. Shah Nematollah Vali's mausoleum echoes reverence for Persian heritage while Macerata San Ginesio Collegiate in Italy showcases Marches' rich cultural tapestry beneath its majestic vaulted ceilings. Amalfi Cathedral enchants visitors with its captivating crypt nestled amidst Campania's picturesque landscapes - an oasis where tranquility meets divine inspiration. Lastly, undercrofts across Europe beckon adventurers to unravel their mysteries layer by layer. These diverse glimpses into underground realms offer us profound insights into humanity’s past – each one like a key unlocking stories waiting patiently to be discovered anew by curious souls seeking connection with our shared heritage.