Patriarchy Collection

Peruvian Priests; Lima and the Andes, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Peruvian Priests; Lima and the Andes, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

"The Spoiled Child" by M. Piot, from a photograph by the Berlin Photographic Company, 1876. Creator: Unknown
"The Spoiled Child" by M. Piot, from a photograph by the Berlin Photographic Company, 1876. It is a thousand pities that ever any little child should be spoiled

La femme doit suivre son mari... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
La femme doit suivre son mari... 19th century. Whatever you want - The wife must follow her husband

Esquisse pour la mairie du 15e arrondissement : La femme doit suivre son époux, c.1883 - 1884
Esquisse pour la mairie du 15e arrondissement : La femme doit suivre son epoux, between 1883 and 1884. The wife must follow her husband

Esquisse pour la mairie du 15e arrondissement : La Famille, between 1883 and 1884. Creator: Franois Alfred Delobbe
Esquisse pour la mairie du 15e arrondissement : La Famille, between 1883 and 1884. The Family. Women caring for others

Susanna and the Elders in the Garden, and the Trial of Susanna before the Elders, c. 1500

Warm and Coziness Magic
Magical teapot with a tiny village inside, tourism in isolation, cozy place concept. Dina Belenko

Susanna And The Elders, 17th century. Creator: Peter Lely
Susanna And The Elders, 17th century

Hush - Papa Speaks
Scene from the 1870s showing a group of admiring young ladies listening attentively to a patriarchal figure. 1930

Entrance sign to the Latin Patriarchate in the Christian Quarter in the Old City, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East, Asia

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"Patriarchy: Unveiling the Layers of Power and Control" In the intricate tapestry of history, we find ourselves confronted with a recurring theme - patriarchy, and is an age-old system that has shaped societies, leaving its indelible mark on art and culture. From Susanna and the Elders in the Garden to the Trial of Susanna before the Elders, these narratives reflect a world where women were objectified and subjected to male dominance. Gazing upon the mosaic of Deesis Christ in Hagia Sophia, one cannot help but ponder over the power dynamics at play. The image portrays Christ as an intermediary between humanity and divinity, yet even here, men hold positions of authority. Emperor John Comnenus stands tall amidst this divine setting, reminding us how patriarchal structures infiltrate every aspect of life. However, amidst this prevailing narrative emerges another mosaic - Christ and Saint John the Baptist in Hagia Sophia. Here we witness two figures who challenge societal norms; both men standing side by side as equals rather than competitors for power. This portrayal offers a glimmer of hope within a deeply entrenched patriarchal framework. Emperor Justinian presenting Hagia Sophia to the Virgin and Child reveals yet another facet - women being revered only when they are mothers or virgins. The Virgin Mary sits enthroned with her child beside her; their holiness celebrated while reinforcing traditional gender roles. Yet there are moments when cracks appear in this system; Emperor Leo the Wise kneeling before Christ Pantocrator signifies humility towards a higher power regardless of gender. In this act lies an acknowledgment that true strength comes from surrendering control rather than exerting dominance over others. As our gaze falls upon Christ Pantocrator himself, we see an embodiment of authority transcending human constructs such as gender or social hierarchies. His presence challenges us to question why society clings so tightly to patriarchal systems when divinity itself defies such limitations.