Refectory Collection (page 4)

The Girls Dining Room of the Foundling Hospital, 1773 (w / c on paper)
WSL87289 The Girls Dining Room of the Foundling Hospital, 1773 (w/c on paper) by Sanders, John (1750-1825); 46x57.5 cm; Coram in the care of the Foundling Museum

Mrs. Jacquet, first cantiniere (cook) at the military barracks of Les Tourelles de Paris
XEE4183982 Mrs. Jacquet, first cantiniere (cook) at the military barracks of Les Tourelles de Paris: under the new military law, civilians are gradually replacing soldiers in sedentary jobs

Misere in London: Public distribution of food for the poor in London in Spitalfields
XEE4182354 Misere in London: Public distribution of food for the poor in London in Spitalfields. Engraving in " The Illustrious Universe", 1868. Private collection

First World War (1914-1918): the command post and kitchens of the 3rd Battalion in a sand
XEE4133380 First World War (1914-1918): the command post and kitchens of the 3rd Battalion in a sand quarry at the Cross Brisee near Roye sur Matz (Oise), 10/08/1915 by French Photographer

Cross section of the Napoleon high school in Paris (today, Lycee Henri IV)
XEE4165264 Cross section of the Napoleon high school in Paris (today, Lycee Henri IV). From top to bottom: the refectory, the kitchen, the cellars, the catacombs. Engraving by Therond

Life at the camp behind the front lines, the distribution of the rancio, high in the mountains (colour litho)
2777522 Life at the camp behind the front lines, the distribution of the rancio, high in the mountains (colour litho) by Beltrame

London Bridge and its surroundings about the year 1600 (engraving)
586273 London Bridge and its surroundings about the year 1600 (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fountains Abbey, Yorkshire, a Cistercian Monastery founded AD 1132 (engraving)
973054 Fountains Abbey, Yorkshire, a Cistercian Monastery founded AD 1132 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fountains Abbey, Yorkshire)

St Saviours Hospital, Osnaburgh Street, Regents Park (engraving)
1055128 St Saviours Hospital, Osnaburgh Street, Regents Park (engraving) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Saviours Hospital, Osnaburgh Street, Regents Park)

The nuns of Anglet (b / w photo)
6025437 The nuns of Anglet (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The nuns of Anglet)

An Eastern monastery, Santa Laura, Mt Athos (litho)
6013698 An Eastern monastery, Santa Laura, Mt Athos (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Eastern monastery, Santa Laura, Mt Athos)

Illustration by Ricardo Flores (1878-1918) for the Cover of Le Cri de Paris
ICA4940105 Illustration by Ricardo Flores (1878-1918) for the Cover of Le Cri de Paris, 07/05/16 - Corvee de pinard " At the price or they charge it, they might well wear it at home

A visit to a monastery at Bernados in Upper Egypt (engraving)
1064405 A visit to a monastery at Bernados in Upper Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A visit to a monastery at Bernados in Upper Egypt)

The meal of monks served by the Angels - the lower part (the predella) of the "
XEE4114373 The meal of monks served by the Angels - the lower part (the predella) of the " Coronation of the Virgin" depicting Christ at the tomb

L asile Sainte Anne (Sainte-Anne) a Paris: le refectoire - Engraving In "
XEE4149604 L asile Sainte Anne (Sainte-Anne) a Paris: le refectoire - Engraving In " Le Journal Illustree", 1869 - Sainte-Anne (Sainte-Anne) asylum in Paris

Detail of the Last supper: from left the Apostles Thomas, James the Major, Philip
LRI4684851 Detail of the Last supper: from left the Apostles Thomas, James the Major, Philip, Matthew, Jude and Simon the Zealot

Detail of the last supper: on the left the Apostles Judas, Peter and John
LRI4684836 Detail of the last supper: on the left the Apostles Judas, Peter and John, Christ in the centre and the Apostles Thomas, James the Major and Philip

Detail of a scene of the Apocalypse depicting a group of invalids
LRI4662580 Detail of a scene of the Apocalypse depicting a group of invalids, sick eclopes and beggars.The triumph of Death (Fresco, 1350-1360) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Santa Croce

Refectory of a Monastery (Watercolour, c. 1825)
LRI4700662 Refectory of a Monastery (Watercolour, c.1825) by Garibbo, Luigi (c.1782-1869); Collezioni Cartografica e Topografica del Comune di Genova, Genoa

Homeless shelter for women in Paris (engraving)
2789338 Homeless shelter for women in Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Homeless shelter for women in Paris. Un Asile De Nuit Pour Les Femmes)

Part of the Refectory, Lower Green (pencil & w / c on paper)
2831381 Part of the Refectory, Lower Green (pencil & w/c on paper) by O Neill, Hugh (1784-1824); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

The New Forest: The Door of the Refectory, Beaulieu Abbey (colour litho)
5990010 The New Forest: The Door of the Refectory, Beaulieu Abbey (colour litho) by Tyndale, Walter Frederick Roofe (1856-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Door of the Refectory)

Day Nursery for the babies of munition workers, 1914-19 (litho)
STC359729 Day Nursery for the babies of munition workers, 1914-19 (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

The Supper of St. Dominic, lunette (fresco)
AII78948 The Supper of St. Dominic, lunette (fresco) by Sogliani, Giovanni Antonio (1492-1544); Museo di San Marco, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Leonard de Vinci (1452 - 1519) (Leonardo da Vinci) showing his fresco "
XEE4191014 Leonard de Vinci (1452 - 1519) (Leonardo da Vinci) showing his fresco " The Holy Cene" to Ludovic Sforza dit The More

Engraving in the Illustrated Diary "Youth", 1887
XEE4132922 Engraving in the Illustrated Diary " Youth", 1887. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraving in the Illustrated Diary " Youth")

L Ecole Polytechnique in Paris in 1873 - Le refectoire - Engraving from 1873 in "
XEE4155650 L Ecole Polytechnique in Paris in 1873 - Le refectoire - Engraving from 1873 in " Le monde illustrious" by Unknown Artist

The canteen of the Brest bagne in the 19th century. Engraving in "
XEE4143483 The canteen of the Brest bagne in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895)

View of the kitchens of Christ Church, Oxford University. 1850
GIA4794680 View of the kitchens of Christ Church, Oxford University. 1850 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the kitchens of Christ Church, Oxford University)

The miracle of St. Hugh in the Refectory of the Carthusians (oil on canvas, 1630)
LRI4612385 The miracle of St. Hugh in the Refectory of the Carthusians (oil on canvas, 1630) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Museo de Bellas Artes, Seville, Spain; (add.info.: St)

The miracle of St Hugh in the refectory of the Monastery of the Carthusians
LRI4612353 The miracle of St Hugh in the refectory of the Monastery of the Carthusians, detail (oil on canvas, 1630) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Museo de Bellas Artes, Seville

Scene of student life at Hubant College or Ave Maria in Paris Scenes of student life
JLJ4596022 Scene of student life at Hubant College or Ave Maria in Paris Scenes of student life (meals, charity) and college regulations. Strips 7 to 9

Detail of the Last Supper: from left the apostles Saint Barthelemy, James, son of Alphee
LRI4684847 Detail of the Last Supper: from left the apostles Saint Barthelemy, James, son of Alphee, Andrew, Judas, Peter and John

The good sisters eat fish. 13th century
GIA4737783 The good sisters eat fish. 13th century. by Unknown Artist, (13th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The good sisters eat fish. 13th century.); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

Saint Benedict of Nursia welcoming Totila (6th century) king of the Ostrogoths fresco of
LRI4694795 Saint Benedict of Nursia welcoming Totila (6th century) king of the Ostrogoths fresco of the refectory of the monks made by Luca Signorelli recounting the life of Saint Benedict of Nursie

The Prince and Princess of Wales at Winchester (engraving)
1044288 The Prince and Princess of Wales at Winchester (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince and Princess of Wales at Winchester)

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The refectory, also known as the dining hall, holds a significant place in various historical and cultural contexts. One notable example is the Reedham Orphanage in Purley, Surrey, where countless children found solace and nourishment within its walls. Another instance can be found at St Pancras Workhouse, serving as a communal space for those seeking refuge during challenging times. In 1893-94, an exquisite painting titled "These Ladies in the Refectory" captured the essence of camaraderie and shared meals on oil-covered cardboard. Similarly, Camberwell Workhouse in East Dulwich provided sustenance to individuals facing adversity. Traveling south to Battle Abbey in East Sussex unveils The Refectory - a site that witnessed countless gatherings throughout history. Meanwhile, Clairvaux Abbey's Chapel in Ville-sous-la-Ferte, Aube, France boasts a refectory that has witnessed centuries of devotion and fellowship. Closer to home lies the University Of London Senate House & Library Small Refectory - a haven for scholars seeking respite from their studies. Its larger counterpart offers an expansive space for students to connect over meals while immersed in knowledge. Notably, even orphanages such as London Orphan Asylum Watford recognized the importance of providing nourishment alongside care and support. This sentiment extends beyond institutional settings; women workers at Cadbury factory in Bournville Birmingham found comfort amidst their labor within their own version of a refectory. Moving towards Chester Cathedral's Cheshire region brings us face-to-face with The Refectory from the 1920s - an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to time-honored traditions within religious spaces. Lastly but not leastly we have Pulpit DD73_00146 which is another unique representation of how artistry intertwines with spiritual practices through its presence within this sacred setting.