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Shroud Collection (#6)

The shroud, a mysterious and enigmatic relic that has captivated the world for centuries

Background imageShroud Collection: Historiated initial A depicting the Resurrection of Christ

Historiated initial A depicting the Resurrection of Christ
MMT223875 Historiated initial A depicting the Resurrection of Christ, Lombardy School (vellum) by Bartolomeo de Rigossi da Gallarate (fl.c.1460-80) (attr)

Background imageShroud Collection: Veiled Mourner, hiding his face behind his veiled hands

Veiled Mourner, hiding his face behind his veiled hands
XIR217784 Veiled Mourner, hiding his face behind his veiled hands, from the tomb of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) before 1438 (marble) (b/w photo) by Cambrai

Background imageShroud Collection: The Descent from the Cross, 1634 (oil on canvas)

The Descent from the Cross, 1634 (oil on canvas)
BOO48923 The Descent from the Cross, 1634 (oil on canvas) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 158x117 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Dutch, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: St. Veronica, 1625-30 (oil on canvas)

St. Veronica, 1625-30 (oil on canvas)
SCP38673 St. Veronica, 1625-30 (oil on canvas) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 168x118 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: Cover of 'Le Grelot', number 1078, Satirique en Couleurs

Cover of "Le Grelot", number 1078, Satirique en Couleurs
ICA4922812 Cover of " Le Grelot", number 1078, Satirique en Couleurs, 1891_12_6: Le chemin de la croix - Anticlericalism, Religion - Cupidite/Avarice, Procession - Devot/Paroissien

Background imageShroud Collection: Pieta with St Claire, St Francis, St Mary Magdalene and St John (oil on canvas, 1585)

Pieta with St Claire, St Francis, St Mary Magdalene and St John (oil on canvas, 1585)
LRI4603440 Pieta with St Claire, St Francis, St Mary Magdalene and St John (oil on canvas, 1585) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Galleria Nazionale, Palazzo della Pilotta, Parma, Emilia-Romagna

Background imageShroud Collection: Saint Veronica. The Holy Veil represents the face of Christ whose sweat Veronique was

Saint Veronica. The Holy Veil represents the face of Christ whose sweat Veronique was
LRI4697118 Saint Veronica. The Holy Veil represents the face of Christ whose sweat Veronique was said to have been sweaty during the climb to Calvary

Background imageShroud Collection: The Resurrection of Lazarus (tempera on panel, 1461)

The Resurrection of Lazarus (tempera on panel, 1461)
LRI4605665 The Resurrection of Lazarus (tempera on panel, 1461) by Froment, Nicolas (c.1425-c.83/86); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageShroud Collection: Crucifix with Virgin Mary and St John the Evangelist (Tempera on wood, 1321-1325)

Crucifix with Virgin Mary and St John the Evangelist (Tempera on wood, 1321-1325)
LRI4608549 Crucifix with Virgin Mary and St John the Evangelist (Tempera on wood, 1321-1325) by Martini, Simone (1284-1344); Chiesa della Misericordia, San Casciano

Background imageShroud Collection: Saint Veronica, Crucifixion Triptych, c. 1445 (oil on oak panel)

Saint Veronica, Crucifixion Triptych, c. 1445 (oil on oak panel)
LRI3081834 Saint Veronica, Crucifixion Triptych, c.1445 (oil on oak panel) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464); 101x35 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Background imageShroud Collection: Angels around Jesus. (engraving, 17th century)

Angels around Jesus. (engraving, 17th century)
5975513 Angels around Jesus. (engraving, 17th century) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Bible. New Testament. Angels mourn Jesus Christ dead)

Background imageShroud Collection: East end of the north crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)

East end of the north crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587371 East end of the north crypt of St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: East end of the north crypt of St Pauls Cathedral)

Background imageShroud Collection: Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 90v St. Veronica, from the Book of Hours of Louis d

Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 f. 90v St. Veronica, from the Book of Hours of Louis d
XJL197052 Ms Lat. Q.v.I.126 f.90v St. Veronica, from the Book of Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum) by Colombe, Jean (c.1430-c.93); total:225x155 cm; National Library, St

Background imageShroud Collection: Pieta (Christus Patiens), 1550 (panel)

Pieta (Christus Patiens), 1550 (panel)
CAY72138 Pieta (Christus Patiens), 1550 (panel) by Macip, Vicente Juan (Juan de Juanes) (c.1510-79); 57.3x61.7 cm; Caylus Anticuario, Madrid, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: Two Mourners, from the tomb of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) before 1438 (marble

Two Mourners, from the tomb of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) before 1438 (marble
XIR217786 Two Mourners, from the tomb of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) before 1438 (marble) (b/w photo) by Cambrai, Jean de (d.1438); 37.4x11.4x10.4 cm; Musee du Berry, Bourges

Background imageShroud Collection: Crucifixion triptych with St. Mary Magdalene, St. Veronica and unknown Patrons, c

Crucifixion triptych with St. Mary Magdalene, St. Veronica and unknown Patrons, c
BBC210789 Crucifixion triptych with St. Mary Magdalene, St. Veronica and unknown Patrons, c.1440-45 (oil on panel) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464); 96x69 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Background imageShroud Collection: The Veiled Christ, 1753 (marble) (detail of 306529)

The Veiled Christ, 1753 (marble) (detail of 306529)
ALI306528 The Veiled Christ, 1753 (marble) (detail of 306529) by Sanmartino, Giuseppe (1720-93); Cappella di San Severo, Naples, Italy; Alinari

Background imageShroud Collection: Two Mourners, from the tomb of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) c

Two Mourners, from the tomb of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) c
XIR217789 Two Mourners, from the tomb of Duc Jean de Berry (1340-1416) c.1450-53 (alabaster) (b/w photo) by French School, (15th century); Musee du Berry, Bourges

Background imageShroud Collection: Dantes Dream: the Death of Beatrice, c. 1890 (chalk over a photographically printed

Dantes Dream: the Death of Beatrice, c. 1890 (chalk over a photographically printed
PNH468059 Dantes Dream: the Death of Beatrice, c.1890 (chalk over a photographically printed base) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 125x180 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageShroud Collection: The Entombment of Christ, 1700-01 (polychrome terracotta)

The Entombment of Christ, 1700-01 (polychrome terracotta)
3700622 The Entombment of Christ, 1700-01 (polychrome terracotta) by RoldAan, Luisa (La Roldana) (1652-1706); 49.5A--66A--43.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: The emotion and public interest in the Stock Exchange Square, in London

The emotion and public interest in the Stock Exchange Square, in London, the day after the death of King Edward
2815334 The emotion and public interest in the Stock Exchange Square, in London, the day after the death of King Edward (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageShroud Collection: Woman in White (engraving)

Woman in White (engraving)
2800436 Woman in White (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman in White. Illustration for The Quiver, 1867.); © Look and Learn

Background imageShroud Collection: A Reputed Natural Photograph of Our Lord, the Holy Shroud of Turin (b / w photo)

A Reputed Natural Photograph of Our Lord, the Holy Shroud of Turin (b / w photo)
1629633 A Reputed Natural Photograph of Our Lord, the Holy Shroud of Turin (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageShroud Collection: Lazarus - Design for Window of St Ethelredas Church, Guilsborough

Lazarus - Design for Window of St Ethelredas Church, Guilsborough
1214300 Lazarus - Design for Window of St Ethelredas Church, Guilsborough, Northamptonshire (pencil on paper) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 60.5x90.8 cm; Laing Art Gallery

Background imageShroud Collection: The Lamentation, c. 1704 (oil on canvas)

The Lamentation, c. 1704 (oil on canvas)
996025 The Lamentation, c.1704 (oil on canvas) by Jouvenet, Jean-Baptiste (1644-1717); 130.5x81.5 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto

Background imageShroud Collection: The tomb of Christ. Among the characters, Saint Nicodema, Joseph of Arimathia

The tomb of Christ. Among the characters, Saint Nicodema, Joseph of Arimathia
LRI4622534 The tomb of Christ. Among the characters, Saint Nicodema, Joseph of Arimathia, the Virgin Mary and Saint John, 1593-1594 (painting) by Tintoretto

Background imageShroud Collection: The Veil of Saint Veronica (oil on canvas)

The Veil of Saint Veronica (oil on canvas)
615471 The Veil of Saint Veronica (oil on canvas) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); 104x84.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: Virgin and Child (oil on canvas)

Virgin and Child (oil on canvas)
3576614 Virgin and Child (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Virgin has the Child.); Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: Virgin and Child, c. 1630-32 (oil on canvas)

Virgin and Child, c. 1630-32 (oil on canvas)
3576612 Virgin and Child, c.1630-32 (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 126.1x114.6 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; Acquired by Henry Walters, 1898; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: Penelope Unraveling Her Web, 1783-4 (oil on canvas)

Penelope Unraveling Her Web, 1783-4 (oil on canvas)
3545835 Penelope Unraveling Her Web, 1783-4 (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97); 106x131.4 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Background imageShroud Collection: The Burial Of Sir John Moore (colour litho)

The Burial Of Sir John Moore (colour litho)
3651559 The Burial Of Sir John Moore (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burial Of Sir John Moore)

Background imageShroud Collection: Statuette of a child in a shroud (faience)

Statuette of a child in a shroud (faience)
1216329 Statuette of a child in a shroud (faience) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); height: 12 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Egypt XIIth dynasty (c. 1940 - c)

Background imageShroud Collection: Female portrait, 3rd century AD (painted & gilded linen)

Female portrait, 3rd century AD (painted & gilded linen)
REV346651 Female portrait, 3rd century AD (painted & gilded linen) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 153x90 cm; Louvre, Paris

Background imageShroud Collection: Buffalo robe, c. 1850-75 (buffalo hide and print)

Buffalo robe, c. 1850-75 (buffalo hide and print)
PEM216335 Buffalo robe, c.1850-75 (buffalo hide and print) by American School, (19th century); length: 240 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; ePeabody Essex Museum; American

Background imageShroud Collection: The Veiled Nun, c. 1860 (marble)

The Veiled Nun, c. 1860 (marble)
CGW445436 The Veiled Nun, c.1860 (marble) by Croff, Giuseppe (d.1869); height: 52.7 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C

Background imageShroud Collection: Thomas Flemyng, 1472 (brass)

Thomas Flemyng, 1472 (brass)
NCO434802 Thomas Flemyng, 1472 (brass) by English School, (15th century); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: Thomas Flemyng or Fleming)

Background imageShroud Collection: The Dead Christ Laying on His Shroud Painting by Philippe de Champaigne (1602-1674

The Dead Christ Laying on His Shroud Painting by Philippe de Champaigne (1602-1674
JLJ4593152 The Dead Christ Laying on His Shroud Painting by Philippe de Champaigne (1602-1674) 17th century Sun 0, 68x1, 97 m Paris, Musee du Louvre by Champaigne, Philippe de (1602-74); Louvre

Background imageShroud Collection: Hanging of the Revelation (1373-1383), angels carrying instruments of the Passion

Hanging of the Revelation (1373-1383), angels carrying instruments of the Passion
JLJ4599355 Hanging of the Revelation (1373-1383), angels carrying instruments of the Passion. Tapestry by Nicolas Bataille (1330-1405), 14th century

Background imageShroud Collection: Coptic art: fragment of painted linen shroud depicting a young woman called the lady a

Coptic art: fragment of painted linen shroud depicting a young woman called the lady a
JLJ4570869 Coptic art: fragment of painted linen shroud depicting a young woman called the lady a cross ansee. From Antinoupolis. 4th century AD

Background imageShroud Collection: Altarpiece of the deploration of Christ. Dutch painting by Joos Van Cleve (1485-1540)

Altarpiece of the deploration of Christ. Dutch painting by Joos Van Cleve (1485-1540)
JLJ4655356 Altarpiece of the deploration of Christ. Dutch painting by Joos Van Cleve (1485-1540), 1530. Oil on wood. Dim: 1, 45 x 2, 06m

Background imageShroud Collection: The Deposition or Lamentation on the Death of Christ, 1495 (painting)

The Deposition or Lamentation on the Death of Christ, 1495 (painting)
LRI4621634 The Deposition or Lamentation on the Death of Christ, 1495 (painting) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Palatine Gallery, Pitti Palace

Background imageShroud Collection: Islamic Art: Shroud of Saint Josse. Silk fabric, 901 AD

Islamic Art: Shroud of Saint Josse. Silk fabric, 901 AD
JLJ4974475 Islamic Art: Shroud of Saint Josse. Silk fabric, 901 AD. From the abbey of Saint Josse, Khorasan, Chorasan or Khurasan. Herat, modern Afghanistan

Background imageShroud Collection: St. Veronica, c. 1310 (stone)

St. Veronica, c. 1310 (stone)
XIR212801 St. Veronica, c.1310 (stone) by French School, (14th century); Church of Ecouis, Normandy, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: The Holy Face (oil on canvas)

The Holy Face (oil on canvas)
CAY72142 The Holy Face (oil on canvas) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); 108x79 cm; Caylus Anticuario, Madrid, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageShroud Collection: The Crucifixion, c. 1500 (oil on panel) (see also 182371)

The Crucifixion, c. 1500 (oil on panel) (see also 182371)
XKH148971 The Crucifixion, c.1500 (oil on panel) (see also 182371) by Master of Hamburg (fl.1500); 197x130 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright




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The shroud, a mysterious and enigmatic relic that has captivated the world for centuries. From the Turin Shroud Face of 1934 to the intricate details found in the Chiesa della SS. Annunziata church in Turin, this ancient cloth holds secrets that continue to baffle experts. One cannot mention the shroud without delving into its most famous association - Jesus Christ himself. The Shroud of Turin, believed by many to be his burial cloth, is an object of intense fascination and debate. Its presence in Paris, France further adds to its allure as it stands as a tangible connection between Europe's history and religious beliefs. But the shroud's intrigue extends beyond religious symbolism. It intertwines with tales of ghostly apparitions like The Queens House Ghost on the Tulip Staircase or John Dee and Edward Kelly summoning the Dead from a History of Magic. These haunting stories only deepen our curiosity about what lies beneath this ethereal veil. Artistic interpretations also play their part in shaping our perception of the shroud. The Veiled Christ sculpture from 1753 showcases marble craftsmanship at its finest while leaving us wondering about its inspiration and meaning. As we explore these various references to "shrouds, " we are reminded that they serve as reminders of humanity's eternal quest for answers - whether through faith, historical exploration, or artistic expression. In museums such as Von Erlach Holy Shroud Prayerbook or churches like Chiesa della SS. Annunziata in Turin, Piedmont, Italy; fragments of truth are carefully preserved within each delicate fiber. The journey through these hints leads us on an odyssey where Penelope waits faithfully for her long-lost love while Gorguet watches over them both with silent wisdom. Intricate yet elusive, sacred yet mysterious –the shrouds hold within them countless untold stories waiting patiently to be unraveled.