Presbytery Collection

Empress Theodora. Basilica of Saint Vitale. Italy
Empress Theodora I (500-548) with a court of ladies. Mosaic. 6th century. Basilica of Saint Vitale. Ravenna. Italy

Sacrifice of Abel and Melchizedek (538-545 AD). Basilica of
Scene of Abrahams life. Abel and Melchizedek bringing their offerings to the altar (538-545 AD). Basilica of St. Vitale. Presbytery. South wall. Rabenna. Italy

Poltergeists / Cideville
The haunted presbytery of Cideville, France

Adoration of the Shepherds, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497111)
3497112 Adoration of the Shepherds, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497111); Certosa di Garegnano, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Milano-Certosa di Garegnano-Simone Peterzano 1578-82-Presbiterio-Adorazione)

La Capitulation Allemande; Le presbytere de homblieres qui fut la deuxieme etape des... 1918. Creator: Unknown
La Capitulation Allemande; Le presbytere de homblieres qui fut la deuxieme etape des envoyes allemands apres leur entree dans nos lignes, et la table rustique ou l'on donna a diner a la legation

Department of Music, University College Cork, St Vincent's Catholic Church and Presbytery, Cork, County Cork, Ireland

Fountains Abbey a62_01670
Fountains Abbey, Fountains Abbey Estate, Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The presbytery at Fountains Abbey seen from the north-west

Genoa, Duomo (St Lawrence Cathedral), inside, the presbitery vault: "St Michael the Archangel", (1622-24)
6372455 Genoa, Duomo (St Lawrence Cathedral), inside, the presbitery vault: " St Michael the Archangel", (1622-24), fresco of the ceiling, by Lazzaro Tavarone by Tavarone

Organ, presbitery
6262815 Organ, presbitery by Italian School; Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta), Orvieto, Umbria, Italy; (add.info.: Orvieto, Basilica Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta (o Duomo), interno

Sant Matthew and the Angel, Lunette, Presbytery, 1578-82 (fresco)
3497123 Sant Matthew and the Angel, Lunette, Presbytery, 1578-82 (fresco) by Peterzano, Simone Veneziano (fl.1573-96); Certosa di Garegnano, Milan

Design for Presbytery and Sacristies, Montmartre (engraving)
6018859 Design for Presbytery and Sacristies, Montmartre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Design for Presbytery and Sacristies, Montmartre)

Interior of St Mark s, Venice, 1869 (oil on canvas)
5858729 Interior of St Mark s, Venice, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Neal, David Dalhoff (1838-1915); 184.2x148.9 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Vault of the Presbytery with Luke the Evangelist, Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, c
703074 Vault of the Presbytery with Luke the Evangelist, Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, c.1484-92 (fresco) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513); Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome

St Vincent s, Cork, Church and Presbytery, Mr G Goldie, Architect (engraving)
2812301 St Vincent s, Cork, Church and Presbytery, Mr G Goldie, Architect (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Vincent s, Cork, Church and Presbytery)

New (RC) Church, Presbytery, and Schools, Market Harborough (engraving)
2774120 New (RC) Church, Presbytery, and Schools, Market Harborough (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New (RC) Church, Presbytery, and Schools

Presbytery (fresco)
3496351 Presbytery (fresco) by Crespi, Daniele (1597-1630); Certosa di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Apse of the southern right wall Certosa di Pavia, Daniele Crespi)

Jesus preaching in the temple (fresco)
3496511 Jesus preaching in the temple (fresco) by Crespi, Daniele (1597-1630); Certosa di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Certosa di Pavia, Presbiterio, Daniele Crespi)

Adoration of the Magi (fresco)
3496507 Adoration of the Magi (fresco) by Crespi, Daniele (1597-1630); Certosa di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Certosa di Pavia, Presbiterio, Daniele Crespi)

Twelve Apostles and Triumphant Christ, 1590-1600 (fresco)
3496241 Twelve Apostles and Triumphant Christ, 1590-1600 (fresco) by Pozzo or Pozzi di Puria Brothers (16th century); Chiesa di San Martino, Castello, Valsolda, Como, Lombardy

Angels and Blessing God (fresco)
3497124 Angels and Blessing God (fresco) by Peterzano, Simone Veneziano (fl.1573-96); Certosa di Garegnano, Milan, Italy; (add.info)

Adoration of the Shepherds, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497111)
3497116 Adoration of the Shepherds, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497111) by Peterzano, Simone Veneziano (fl.1573-96); Certosa di Garegnano, Milan

The Adoration of the Magi, Presbitery, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497103)
3497105 The Adoration of the Magi, Presbitery, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497103) by Peterzano, Simone Veneziano (fl.1573-96); Certosa di Garegnano, Milan

The Adoration of the Magi, Presbitery, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497103)
3497104 The Adoration of the Magi, Presbitery, 1578-82 (fresco) (detail of 3497103) by Peterzano, Simone Veneziano (fl.1573-96); Certosa di Garegnano, Milan

Vault of the Presbytery with the Cimmerian Sybil, Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, c
703073 Vault of the Presbytery with the Cimmerian Sybil, Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, c.1484-92 (fresco) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513); Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome

Winchester Cathedral, view in the presbytery showing the chantries of Bishop Waynfleet and Cardinal Beaufort
966417 Winchester Cathedral, view in the presbytery showing the chantries of Bishop Waynfleet and Cardinal Beaufort (colour litho) by English School

Chichester Cathedral, view in the presbytery (colour litho)
966473 Chichester Cathedral, view in the presbytery (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chichester Cathedral, view in the presbytery)

Saints (fresco)
3496519 Saints (fresco) by Crespi, Daniele (1597-1630); Certosa di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Monastery built in 1396-1495)

Baptism of Jesus by Saint John (fresco)
3496509 Baptism of Jesus by Saint John (fresco) by Crespi, Daniele (1597-1630); Certosa di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Certosa di Pavia, Presbiterio, Daniele Crespi)

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Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Sisto Italy italian country
Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Sisto, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views in Medieval of 9th c

Lazio Viterbo Vejano Cappella gentilizia dei Santacroce, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Three exterior facade views of Renaissance church designed by Sangallo

Lazio Roma Rome Campagnano di Roma S. Giovanni
Lazio Roma Campagnano di Roma S. Giovanni, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Post-medieval Architecture, architectural sculpture, sculpture, painting. the church of S

Umbria Perugia Spoleto S. Brizio Italy italian country
Umbria Perugia Spoleto S. Brizio, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Medieval Architecture, architectural sculpture, sculptural fragments

Umbria Perugia Foligno S. Giovanni Profiamma
Umbria Perugia Foligno S. Giovanni in Profiamma, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Medieval Architecture, architectural sculpture, sculpture, stone ciborium, metal crucifix

Wincester South Aisle Presbytery Frederick H
Wincester. South Aisle of Presbytery; Frederick H. Evans (British, 1853 - 1943); about 1883; Lantern slide; 7 x 7.1 cm (2 3, 4 x 2 13, 16 in.)

Italy, Emilia Romagna Region, mosaic depicting emperor Justinian and followers UNESCO World Heritage Site, 538-545

Main Street, Collooney, County Sligo
Main Street, Collooney, near Ballysadare, County Sligo, Republic of Ireland. Showing the catholic church and presbytery Date: 1910s

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Presbytery, a term often associated with religious architecture and history, holds significant cultural and artistic value. From the grandeur of the Basilica of Saint Vitale in Italy to the haunting tales of poltergeists in Cideville, presbyteries have witnessed countless stories unfold within their walls. One notable figure linked to this concept is Empress Theodora, whose influence can be seen in the intricate mosaics adorning the Basilica of Saint Vitale. These stunning artworks depict scenes such as the Sacrifice of Abel and Melchizedek, transporting visitors back to 6th-century AD. Moving from Italy to Ireland, we find St Vincent's Catholic Church and Presbytery in Cork County. This site not only serves as a place for worship but also houses the Department of Music at University College Cork. It stands as a testament to both faith and education intertwining harmoniously. In Genoa's Duomo (St Lawrence Cathedral), an enchanting fresco titled "St Michael the Archangel" graces its presbytery vault. Created by Lazzaro Tavarone between 1622-24, it showcases his mastery over color and composition. The it also plays a role in musical settings like organ performances that resonate through sacred spaces like St Mark's in Venice or St Vincent's Catholic Church mentioned earlier. Such music adds another layer of spirituality to these already awe-inspiring environments. Artistic expressions continue on frescoes like "Sant Matthew and the Angel" found within lunettes adorning various presbyteries across different time periods. These works serve as visual narratives that transport viewers into biblical scenes filled with divine encounters. Even architectural designs are influenced by presbyteries' significance; Montmartre presents an engraving showcasing plans for Presbytery and Sacristies that highlight meticulous attention to detail while creating functional spaces for religious practices.