Ecclesiastical Robes Collection (#2)

Herbert Marsh, Lord Bishop of Peterborough, engraved by John Cochran (fl. 1821-65)
KW272957 Herbert Marsh, Lord Bishop of Peterborough, engraved by John Cochran (fl.1821-65), from National Portrait Gallery, volume II, published c.1835 (litho) by Wright

Pope Klemens with scenes from his life (tempera on panel)
BAL265730 Pope Klemens with scenes from his life (tempera on panel) by Russian School, (17th century); 136x105 cm; State Art Gallery, Perm; (add.info.: Pope Clement VII (1478-1534); ); Russian

Ms 1163 fol. 35v Pope Clement VII (1478-1534) with his cardinals (vellum)
XIR240202 Ms 1163 fol.35v Pope Clement VII (1478-1534) with his cardinals (vellum) by Italian School, (16th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; Italian, out of copyright

St. Augustine (354-430) ordained as the Bishop of Hippo, study for the decoration in the Invalides
XIR238604 St. Augustine (354-430) ordained as the Bishop of Hippo, study for the decoration in the Invalides, 1702 (oil on canvas) by Boulogne, Louis de

Cardinal Guillaume Dubois (1656-1723) 1837 (oil on canvas)
XIR234490 Cardinal Guillaume Dubois (1656-1723) 1837 (oil on canvas) by Lefebvre, Charles (1805-82); 82x58 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Pope Pius IX (1792-1878) 1847 (oil on canvas)
XIR232655 Pope Pius IX (1792-1878) 1847 (oil on canvas) by Galofre Y Coma, Jose (1819-77); 140x105 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; Spanish, out of copyright

Georges Darboy (1813-71) Archbishop of Paris, 1878 (oil on canvas)
XIR231577 Georges Darboy (1813-71) Archbishop of Paris, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Viger du Vigneau, Jean Louis Victor (1819-79); 117x89 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Cardinal Pierre de Berulle (1575-1629) (oil on canvas)
XIR227194 Cardinal Pierre de Berulle (1575-1629) (oil on canvas) by Champaigne, Philippe de (1602-74); St. Sulpice, Paris

Gobel resigns his episcopal office, 1793, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise
KW245918 Gobel resigns his episcopal office, 1793, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc (1811-82) 1847-62 (litho) by Renaud

Cornelius Jansen (1585-1638) (oil on panel)
XIR220082 Cornelius Jansen (1585-1638) (oil on panel) by Dutch School, (17th century); Musee d Art Thomas Henry, Cherbourg, France; Dutch, out of copyright

Pope Sixtus V (1520-90) (oil on canvas)
XIR212502 Pope Sixtus V (1520-90) (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (16th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; Italian, out of copyright

Cardinal Etienne-Charles de Lomenie de Brienne (1727-94) (oil on canvas)
XIR192120 Cardinal Etienne-Charles de Lomenie de Brienne (1727-94) (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Jean du Bellay (c. 1492-1560) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR213020 Portrait of Jean du Bellay (c.1492-1560) (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: uncle of Joachim du Bellay; ); French

Portrait presumed to be Voltaire (1694-1778) as a young man (oil on canvas)
XIR212931 Portrait presumed to be Voltaire (1694-1778) as a young man (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); Musee Lambinet, Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

St. Donatian of Rheims (d. 390) (oil on panel)
XIR207030 St. Donatian of Rheims (d.390) (oil on panel) by Gossaert, Jan (Mabuse) (c.1472-c.1533); 43.1x34.4 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tournai

Portrait of Cardinal Pierre de Berulle (1575-1629) (oil on canvas) (detail)
XIR205722 Portrait of Cardinal Pierre de Berulle (1575-1629) (oil on canvas) (detail) by Champaigne, Philippe de (1602-74); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jacques-Benigne Bossuet (1627-1704) 1702 (oil on canvas)
XIR191378 Jacques-Benigne Bossuet (1627-1704) 1702 (oil on canvas) by Rigaud, Hyacinthe Francois (1659-1743); 240x163 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Francois de Salignac de la Mothe-Fenelon (1651-1715) (oil on canvas)
XIR183358 Francois de Salignac de la Mothe-Fenelon (1651-1715) (oil on canvas) by Vivien, Joseph (1657-1734); 79x65 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Francois de Salignac de la Mothe-Fenelon (1651-1715) (oil on canvas)
XIR177440 Portrait of Francois de Salignac de la Mothe-Fenelon (1651-1715) (oil on canvas) by French School, (19th century); St. Sulpice, Paris, France; (add.info.: from the Seminary at St)

Louis-Antoine de Noailles (1651-1729) Archbishop of Paris (oil on canvas)
XIR232826 Louis-Antoine de Noailles (1651-1729) Archbishop of Paris (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 77x65 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Paul d Albert de Luynes (1703-88) Archbishop of Sens (oil on canvas)
XIR232820 Paul d Albert de Luynes (1703-88) Archbishop of Sens (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 64x53 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

The Pontifical Mass or, The Procession (oil on copper)
XIR168157 The Pontifical Mass or, The Procession (oil on copper) by Le Nain, Antoine (c.1588-1648); 54x65 cm; Louvre, Paris

Pope Gregory XV (1554-1623) (oil on canvas)
XMN223438 Pope Gregory XV (1554-1623) (oil on canvas) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666) (att. to); Musee de Picardie, Amiens, France; Giraudon; Italian, out of copyright

Portrait of Michel La Masle (oil on canvas)
XIR222417 Portrait of Michel La Masle (oil on canvas) by Vouet, Simon (1590-1649); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

St. Jerome (oil on canvas)
XIR222215 St. Jerome (oil on canvas) by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); 30x24 cm; Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; (add.info.: formerly thought to be Cardinal Don Gaspar de Quiroga)

Portrait of a Canon Holding a Book (oil on canvas)
XIR197895 Portrait of a Canon Holding a Book (oil on canvas) by Restout, Eustache (1655-1743); 80x64 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen

Cornelius Jansen (1585-1638) Bishop of Ypres (oil on canvas)
XIR197216 Cornelius Jansen (1585-1638) Bishop of Ypres (oil on canvas) by Duthielt, L. (17th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Andre Hercule de Fleury (1653-1743) 1728 (oil on canvas)
XIR185974 Andre Hercule de Fleury (1653-1743) 1728 (oil on canvas) by Stiemart, Francois (1680-1740); 160x129 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

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"Ecclesiastical Robes: A Glimpse into the Sacred Attire of Centuries Past" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of ecclesiastical robes. These garments, worn by clergy members throughout history, hold a profound significance within religious ceremonies and rituals. From the pages of literature to the halls of power, these robes have left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. In François Desprez's whimsical illustration from "The Humorous Dreams of Pantagruel, " we catch a glimpse of ecclesiastics adorned in their resplendent vestments. The vibrant colors and intricate details transport us to a time when faith intertwined with artistry. Shakespeare's stories come alive through George Harrap & Son's vivid lithograph, inviting us to read o'er this captivating scene. Here, majestic figures clad in regal robes grace the stage as they shape England's destiny. Their attire speaks volumes about their authority and divine calling. Pope Paul III's Council of Thirty takes center stage in a colored engraving that captures both grandeur and solemnity. Assembled under his guidance, these distinguished individuals donned their ecclesiastical garb to deliberate matters crucial for the Church's future. Leopold Massard brings Archbishop Jean Juvenal des Ursins' image to life through hand-colored lithography. This portrayal showcases not only his esteemed position but also highlights how fashion evolved over centuries while retaining its sacred essence. Cardinal Ferri de Clugny emerges from Camille Bonnard's painting like a figure frozen in time—a testament to his influential role within the Church hierarchy during medieval times. His robe exudes elegance and reverence befitting his station. Louis the Pious stands tall as co-emperor alongside Charlemagne himself—an embodiment of royalty intertwined with spirituality. His ornate ecclesiastical robe adorned with crosses serves as a visual reminder of the divine authority bestowed upon him.