Rituals Collection (page 4)

Indian cemetry (colour litho)
980510 Indian cemetry (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian cemetry)

Group of Sa-La-Mo-Bi-Ya masks (colour litho)
980454 Group of Sa-La-Mo-Bi-Ya masks (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of Sa-La-Mo-Bi-Ya masks)

The Coronation of Napoleon I, c. 1805 (engraving)
872827 The Coronation of Napoleon I, c.1805 (engraving) by Isabey, Jean-Baptiste (1767-1855) & Fontaine, Pierre Francois Leonard (1762-1853) (after); BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan

Simchat Torah, Livorno, 1850 (oil on canvas)
3526239 Simchat Torah, Livorno, 1850 (oil on canvas) by Hart, Solomon Alexander (1806-81); Jewish Museum, New York, USA; English, out of copyright

The curious rite of the blessing of the waters, in Bucharest (colour litho)
2777919 The curious rite of the blessing of the waters, in Bucharest (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The curious rite of the blessing of the waters)

Interior of the Sacro Speco, Subiaco, Italy (w / c on paper)
704297 Interior of the Sacro Speco, Subiaco, Italy (w/c on paper) by Italian School, (19th century); Palazzo Venezia, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Sioux war-dance (chromolitho)
3101624 Sioux war-dance (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sioux war-dance)

Ceremony of the Fastest Horse, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
2969029 Ceremony of the Fastest Horse, c.1900 (oil on canvas) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 101.9x69.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; George F

Mask of a Pascola dancer (painted wood)
REV397365 Mask of a Pascola dancer (painted wood) by Mexican School; Museo Rafael Coronel, Mexico; (add.info.: worn by dancers in Mexican religious festivities; ); Mexican, out of copyright

Mural from the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, discovered by G
478379 Mural from the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, discovered by G. Belzoni, plate 13 from Plates Illustrative of the Researches in Egypt and Nubia, 1820-22 (colour litho) by Belzoni

A Native Prince and Attendants, illustration from In Africs forest and jungle
1126802 A Native Prince and Attendants, illustration from In Africs forest and jungle: or six years among the Yorubans, by Rev. Richard H

Rare massive Masonic punchbowl, c. 1790 (porcelain) (see also 615085)
615084 Rare massive Masonic punchbowl, c.1790 (porcelain) (see also 615085) by English School, (18th century); diam: 52.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Beaker depicting the Shahnama, Kashan, Iran, Saljuq Period
5894010 Beaker depicting the Shahnama, Kashan, Iran, Saljuq Period, late 12th century (stone-paste painted under glaze and over glaze with enamel) by Persian School

Human Sacrifice, from Voyage Historique de l Amerique Meridionale
1123868 Human Sacrifice, from Voyage Historique de l Amerique Meridionale, 1752 (engraving) by Juan y Santacilia, Jorge (1713-73) & Ulloa

The morning hymn (engraving)
961421 The morning hymn (engraving) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The morning hymn. Engraving by R Bong after an original painting by Jose Gallegos)

The Festival of Pongal (chromolitho)
961361 The Festival of Pongal (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Festival of Pongal. Days of the Hindu year)

Burial houses (colour litho)
980514 Burial houses (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burial houses)

Medicine lodge viewed from the east (engraving)
980445 Medicine lodge viewed from the east (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medicine lodge viewed from the east)

Medicine lodge viewed from the south (engraving)
980444 Medicine lodge viewed from the south (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medicine lodge viewed from the south)

Returning Thanks to the Great Spirit (engraving)
980411 Returning Thanks to the Great Spirit (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Returning Thanks to the Great Spirit)

Rainbow over sweat house (colour litho)
980396 Rainbow over sweat house (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rainbow over sweat house)

Procession to the Temple of the Great Snake on crowning the King
1126795 Procession to the Temple of the Great Snake on crowning the King, illustration from A new general collection of voyages and travels, ...comprehending everything remarkable in its kind

The Fire Eater Raised His Arms to the Thunder Bird, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
2969039 The Fire Eater Raised His Arms to the Thunder Bird, c.1900 (oil on canvas) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 69.2x102.6 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; George F

Funerary Cheek-Piercing Ritual, 200 BC-AD 300 (ceramic & pigment)
2968780 Funerary Cheek-Piercing Ritual, 200 BC-AD 300 (ceramic & pigment) by Nayarit; 24.1x24.1 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: IxtlAan del RAio, Nayarit)

Poison against firearms (colour litho)
2777628 Poison against firearms (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poison against firearms)

The Passover (pen & brown ink with brown wash on white paper)
615286 The Passover (pen & brown ink with brown wash on white paper) by Zuccaro, Federico (1542-1609) (studio of); 20.3x33.2 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Sacrificing to Heathen Deities, c. 1890 (engraving)
DGC437471 Sacrificing to Heathen Deities, c.1890 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Mass at Bolsena, Stanza di Eliodoro, 1512-14 (fresco)
703088 The Mass at Bolsena, Stanza di Eliodoro, 1512-14 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Greniers indigenes et habitations a Akaroa, presqu ile de banks
2657730 Greniers indigAnes et habitations A Akaroa, presqu Ale de banks, illustration from Etchings of the Pacific, 1863 (etching) by Meryon, Charles (1821-68); New York Public Library

View of Stonehenge, 1668 (coloured coloured engraving)
2630227 View of Stonehenge, 1668 (coloured coloured engraving) by Netherlandish School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antique print of the ring of megaliths at Stonehenge)

Beaker depicting the Shahnama, Kashan, Iran, Saljuq Period
5894011 Beaker depicting the Shahnama, Kashan, Iran, Saljuq Period, late 12th century (stone-paste painted under glaze and over glaze with enamel) by Persian School

Lord William Russell receiving Communion, engraved by C. H. Jeens (engraving)
2563414 Lord William Russell receiving Communion, engraved by C.H. Jeens (engraving) by Johnston, A.; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: William Russell)

Eclipse of the Moon, from Voyage Historique de l Amerique Meridionale, pub
1123826 Eclipse of the Moon, from Voyage Historique de l Amerique Meridionale, pub. 1752 (engraving) by Juan y Santacilia, Jorge (1713-73) & Ulloa

The Sun-Dance (colour litho)
980600 The Sun-Dance (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sun-Dance. An illustration for A Study of Siouan Cults by James Owen Dorsey)

The dancing lodge (colour litho)
980598 The dancing lodge (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dancing lodge)

Canoe burial (engraving)
980525 Canoe burial (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canoe burial. Illustration from A Further Contribution to the Study of Mortuary Customs of)

Zuni sand altar in Kiva of the North (colour litho)
980455 Zuni sand altar in Kiva of the North (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zuni sand altar in Kiva of the North)

Akaninili ready for the journey (engraving)
980446 Akaninili ready for the journey (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Akaninili ready for the journey)

Study with Mighty
Prasad Malgaonkar

Saluting the Rising Sun
Prasad Malgaonkar

Begging to Almighty
Shaibal Nandi

Intersections
Mihnea Turcu

Hamer bull jumping ceremony (Ethiopia)
Joxe Inazio Kuesta Garmendia

The Eye of Faith
Debarshi Mukherjee

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Rituals have been an integral part of human civilization since time immemorial, encompassing a myriad of cultural practices and beliefs. From the grandeur of the Coronation ritual within Westminster Abbey, where power is symbolically transferred through a meticulously choreographed ceremony, to the vibrant Geta Beraya and Udekkiya players in Sri Lanka, whose rhythmic beats echo ancient traditions. In Carthaginian art, a bust of goddess Tanit stands as a testament to their religious rituals. The intricate sculpture captures her divine essence, reminding us of the reverence bestowed upon deities throughout history. Similarly captivating is the image of a snake charmer playing his flute-like instrument while a mesmerizing serpent emerges from its basket; an enchanting display that transports us to mystical realms. For some, rituals take on darker connotations like those depicted in The Satanic Bible. This controversial text delves into alternative belief systems and challenges societal norms surrounding spirituality. Yet amidst this diversity lies unity - Picture No. 11671273 showcases people from different walks of life coming together for shared experiences. The Pooram Festival in India's Kerala region exemplifies communal celebration with row upon row of majestic elephants adorned with golden headdresses and umbrellas. Their regal presence evokes awe and admiration during this joyous occasion when tradition intertwines with modernity. Wisdom has often found solace in rituals too; such as the wise woman at Ilchester who imparts age-old knowledge passed down through generations or John Of God, whose devoutness inspired countless followers seeking spiritual healing (Picture No. 11671326). These individuals embody faith's transformative power. As we explore further into these visual narratives (Picture No. 11071611), we encounter Muhammad - Prophet and founder of Islam - whose teachings gave rise to one of the world's major religions. His life was marked by profound devotion and guided by sacred rituals that continue to shape the lives of millions.