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Dalmatic Collection

The dalmatic, a garment with a rich history and cultural significance, has been worn by various individuals throughout time

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Saint Antoninus of Pamiers. Christian missionary and martyr

Saint Antoninus of Pamiers. Christian missionary and martyr
Saint Antoninus of Pamiers. Early Christian missionary and martyr. Patron saint of the cities of Pamiers (France), Palencia and Medina del Campo (Spain). Portrait. Illustration by Llanta

Background imageDalmatic Collection: King Charles IX of France in ceremonial robes. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger

King Charles IX of France in ceremonial robes. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery
FLO4571299 King Charles IX of France in ceremonial robes. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery (portfolio IX 7 bis)

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Spain, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Spain, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Spain, c. 1600

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic and Humeral Veil, Bayern, 1675/1725. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic and Humeral Veil, Bayern, 1675/1725. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic and Humeral Veil, Bayern, 1675/1725

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, France, c. 1785. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, France, c. 1785. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, France, c. 1785

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Nottingham, Mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Nottingham, Mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Nottingham, Mid-19th century

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Two Dalmatics, Spain, Late 15th / early 16th century (cuffs and apparels: late 15th century)

Two Dalmatics, Spain, Late 15th / early 16th century (cuffs and apparels: late 15th century)
Two Dalmatics, Spain, Late 15th/early 16th century (cuffs and apparels: late 15th century

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Italy, 1675 / 1725. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Italy, 1675 / 1725. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Italy, 1675/1725

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Italy, 1675 / 1700. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Italy, 1675 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Italy, 1675/1700

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Italy, 18th century. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Italy, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Italy, 18th century

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic with Orphrey Bands, Italy, 19th century. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic with Orphrey Bands, Italy, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic with Orphrey Bands, Italy, 19th century

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic, Italy, Late 15th century; Apparels later due to satin binding. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Italy, Late 15th century; Apparels later due to satin binding. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Italy, Late 15th century; Apparels later due to satin binding

Background imageDalmatic Collection: The Charity of St. Lawrence

The Charity of St. Lawrence
AII80647 The Charity of St. Lawrence by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 118x172 cm; Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageDalmatic Collection: St. Andrew, St. Michael, St. Jerome and St. Lawrence (tempera on panel)

St. Andrew, St. Michael, St. Jerome and St. Lawrence (tempera on panel)
AII80608 St. Andrew, St. Michael, St. Jerome and St. Lawrence (tempera on panel) by Bicci di Lorenzo, (1373-1452); Galleria dell Accademia & Museo degli Strumenti Musicali, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Ecclesiastical Costume

Ecclesiastical Costume
LLM455319 Ecclesiastical Costume by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ecclesiastical Costume. Illustration from The Costumes of All Nations by Albert Kretschmer)

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Textile fragment from the Dalmatic of San Valerius (silk

Textile fragment from the Dalmatic of San Valerius (silk
3737709 Textile fragment from the Dalmatic of San Valerius (silk, gilt animal substrate around a silk core) by Spanish School, (13th century); 7.6x12.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Dalmatic (engraving)

Dalmatic (engraving)
3634550 Dalmatic (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dalmatic. A garment worn by deacons)

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Advanced Ritual in the Church of England, II (engraving)

Advanced Ritual in the Church of England, II (engraving)
1037651 Advanced Ritual in the Church of England, II (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advanced Ritual in the Church of England, II)

Background imageDalmatic Collection: St Lawrence giving alms (fresco)

St Lawrence giving alms (fresco)
3480272 St Lawrence giving alms (fresco) by Angelico, Fra (Giovanni da Fiesole) (c.1400-55); (add.info.: St. Lawrence giving alms, Cappella Niccolina, Palazzi Pontifici, Vatican)

Background imageDalmatic Collection: SS. Vincent of Saragossa, James and Eustace (oil on panel)

SS. Vincent of Saragossa, James and Eustace (oil on panel)
BAT95417 SS. Vincent of Saragossa, James and Eustace (oil on panel) by Pollaiuolo, Antonio (1432/3-1498) and Piero (1443-96) del; 172x179 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Madonna and Child with St. Anthony Abbot, St. John the Baptist, St. Lawrence and St

Madonna and Child with St. Anthony Abbot, St. John the Baptist, St. Lawrence and St
AII80543 Madonna and Child with St. Anthony Abbot, St. John the Baptist, St. Lawrence and St. Julian, 1404 (tempera on panel) by Gerini

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Coronation of the Virgin, c. 1475 (tempera on panel)

Coronation of the Virgin, c. 1475 (tempera on panel)
AII80326 Coronation of the Virgin, c.1475 (tempera on panel) by Bicci, Neri di (1419-91); Galleria dell Accademia & Museo degli Strumenti Musicali, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Madonna and Child with St. Stephen and St. Ursula (tempera on panel)

Madonna and Child with St. Stephen and St. Ursula (tempera on panel)
AII80324 Madonna and Child with St. Stephen and St. Ursula (tempera on panel) by Mariotto di Nardo, (fl.1394-1424); Galleria dell Accademia & Museo degli Strumenti Musicali, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageDalmatic Collection: St. Lawrence

St. Lawrence
MEL48915 St. Lawrence by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageDalmatic Collection: St. James, St. Stephen and St. Peter

St. James, St. Stephen and St. Peter
AII80321 St. James, St. Stephen and St. Peter by Minardi, Sebastiano (15th century); Galleria dell Accademia & Museo degli Strumenti Musicali, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Saint Vincent, Patron Saint of Lisbon. Creator: Frey Carlos

Saint Vincent, Patron Saint of Lisbon. Creator: Frey Carlos
Saint Vincent, Patron Saint of Lisbon

Background imageDalmatic Collection: The Sakkos of Iona III Sysoevich, Metropolitan of Rostov, 1665

The Sakkos of Iona III Sysoevich, Metropolitan of Rostov, 1665. Artist: Workshop of Anna Ivanovna Stroganova
The Sakkos of Iona III Sysoevich, Metropolitan of Rostov, 1665. Found in the collection of State Art Museum, Yaroslavl

Background imageDalmatic Collection: The Dalmatic, Mid of 17th cen Artist: Ancient Russian Art

The Dalmatic, Mid of 17th cen Artist: Ancient Russian Art
The Dalmatic, Mid of 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the State United Museum Centre in the Kremlin, Moscow

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Abbot Elfnoth, 1020-1050, (1910)

Abbot Elfnoth, 1020-1050, (1910). A 19th-century depiction after an 11th-century manuscript, showing Abbot Elfnoth (died 980 AD) presenting his book of prayer to St Augustine

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Effigy of King Henry II, 12th century, (1910)

Effigy of King Henry II, 12th century, (1910). Henrys (1133-1189) tomb effigy from the Abbey of Fontevrault in Aquitaine near Anjou

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Holy Roman Emperor with costume items

Holy Roman Emperor with costume items
Holy Roman Emperor (possibly based on Ferdinand I or Maximilian II) in full regalia at the centre, surrounded by costume items -- four crowns, a pair of gloves, a pair of sandals

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Lampas lion strangler dalmatic Saint Bernard Calvo

Lampas lion strangler dalmatic Saint Bernard Calvo
Lampas with lion strangler, from a dalmatic of Saint Bernard Calvo, 1200-1243. Spain, Almeria, Almoravid period. Lampas, taquete

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Apparel Dalmatic early 1500s Italy early 16th century

Apparel Dalmatic early 1500s Italy early 16th century
Apparel from a Dalmatic, early 1500s. Italy, early 16th century. Embroidery; silk and metallic threads; overall: 19.6 x 54.5 cm (7 11/16 x 21 7/16 in.)

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Two Roman men wearing the dalmatic (tunic)

Two Roman men wearing the dalmatic (tunic) and lorum (sash), and a priestess of the goddess Isis.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Ecclesiastical rite of tonsure, 15th century

Ecclesiastical rite of tonsure, 15th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Ulger or Ulgerius, Bishop of Angers, died 1149

Ulger or Ulgerius, Bishop of Angers, died 1149.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Muse Playing the Harp (oil on canvas)

Muse Playing the Harp (oil on canvas)
XIR46129 Muse Playing the Harp (oil on canvas) by Herbert or Hebert, Antoine Auguste Ernest (1817-1908); Musee Hebert, Paris, France; (add.info.: Muse en dalmatique jouant de la harpe; ); French

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Advanced Ritual in the Church of England, Uk, 1881: 1. the Proscribed Vestments: A

Advanced Ritual in the Church of England, Uk, 1881: 1. the Proscribed Vestments: A
ADVANCED RITUAL IN THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND, UK, 1881: 1. THE PROSCRIBED VESTMENTS: A, The Chasuble; B, The Dalmatic; C, The Tunicle. 2

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Walled city of Dubrovnik, Southeastern Tip of Croatia, Dalmation Coast, Adriatic Sea, Croatia

Walled city of Dubrovnik, Southeastern Tip of Croatia, Dalmation Coast, Adriatic Sea, Croatia, Eastern Europe

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Walled city of Dubrovnik, Southeastern tip of Croatia, Dalmation Coast, Adriatic Sea, Eastern Europe

Walled city of Dubrovnik, Southeastern tip of Croatia, Dalmation Coast, Adriatic Sea, Eastern Europe

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Walled city of Dubrovnik, Southeastern Tip of Croatia, Dalmation Coast, Adriatic Sea, Croatia

Walled city of Dubrovnik, Southeastern Tip of Croatia, Dalmation Coast, Adriatic Sea, Croatia, Eastern Europe

Background imageDalmatic Collection: View from Lovrijenac Fortress of the walled City of Dubrovnik, Southeastern Tip of Croatia

View from Lovrijenac Fortress of the walled City of Dubrovnik, Southeastern Tip of Croatia, Eastern Europe

Background imageDalmatic Collection: Emblems of the Priestly Character of Sovereignty

Emblems of the Priestly Character of Sovereignty and of its high and solemn responsibility. The symbolic mantle or Dalmatic, and pat of the regalia. (1) St. Georges spurs and the bracelets




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The dalmatic, a garment with a rich history and cultural significance, has been worn by various individuals throughout time. One notable figure associated with the dalmatic is Saint Antoninus of Pamiers, a Christian missionary and martyr. As he spread the teachings of Christianity, he donned this distinctive vestment as a symbol of his faith and dedication to his mission. In addition to religious figures, even Holy Roman Emperors have embraced the dalmatic's regal allure. They would often pair it with other costume items to create an extravagant ensemble that exuded power and authority. Originating from different regions across Europe, these exquisite garments showcase unique styles and craftsmanship. For instance, a dalmatic from France dating back to 1785 displays intricate details created by an unknown artist who poured their skill into its creation. Moving forward in time to the mid-19th century in Nottingham, another anonymous creator crafted yet another captivating dalmatic. This piece represents the evolving fashion trends during that era while maintaining the essence of its historical roots. Spain also boasts several remarkable this attire. From a 17th-century Spanish dalmatic adorned with elaborate designs made by an unknown craftsman to two late 15th/early 16th-century pieces featuring stunning cuffs and apparels - these garments reflect Spain's artistic prowess at different periods in history. Italy too has contributed significantly to the legacy of the dalmatic through numerous creations spanning several centuries. Ranging from delicate pieces made between 1675-1725 showcasing fine Italian craftsmanship to vibrant examples from the 18th century displaying intricate patterns - each one tells its own story while adding depth to this timeless garment's narrative. A particularly striking example is an Italian dalmatic from the late 15th century; although later modified due to satin binding on its apparels, it still retains its original charm and elegance despite alterations over time.