Superstitions Collection (#3)

Astarte, goddess in ancient Middle Eastern and Egyptian religion (chromolitho)
3100651 Astarte, goddess in ancient Middle Eastern and Egyptian religion (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Astarte)

Orpheus attempting to retrieve Eurydice from the underworld (chromolitho)
3100645 Orpheus attempting to retrieve Eurydice from the underworld (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Witch of Endor summoning the spirit of Samuel (chromolitho)
3100640 The Witch of Endor summoning the spirit of Samuel (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Witch of Endor summoning the spirit of Samuel)

The devils sonata (chromolitho)
3100713 The devils sonata (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The devils sonata)

Hallucinations of French actor Francois-Joseph Talma (chromolitho)
3100712 Hallucinations of French actor Francois-Joseph Talma (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hallucinations of French actor Francois-Joseph Talma)

Joan of Arc sees a vision in the forest (chromolitho)
3100711 Joan of Arc sees a vision in the forest (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joan of Arc sees a vision in the forest)

Alessandro Cagliostro and Marie Antoinette at the Petit Trianon, Versailles (chromolitho)
3100704 Alessandro Cagliostro and Marie Antoinette at the Petit Trianon, Versailles (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Judas in hell (chromolitho)
3100701 Judas in hell (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Judas in hell. Illustration for Las Supersticiones De La Humanidad by Jose Coroleu (F Seix)

Merlin and Viviane, the Lady of the Lake (chromolitho)
3100697 Merlin and Viviane, the Lady of the Lake (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merlin and Viviane, the Lady of the Lake)

The Druids of Gaul (chromolitho)
3100690 The Druids of Gaul (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Druids of Gaul)

The conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus (chromolitho)
3100689 The conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus)

Penthesilea dying in the arms of Achilles (chromolitho)
3100677 Penthesilea dying in the arms of Achilles (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penthesilea dying in the arms of Achilles)

The eagle of Zeus helping Psyche (chromolitho)
3100666 The eagle of Zeus helping Psyche (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The eagle of Zeus helping Psyche)

The Pythia of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi (chromolitho)
3100664 The Pythia of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pythia of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi)

Galatea and Acis surprised by the giant Polyphemus (chromolitho)
3100663 Galatea and Acis surprised by the giant Polyphemus (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Galatea and Acis surprised by the giant Polyphemus)

Bacchus and the frogs (chromolitho)
3100661 Bacchus and the frogs (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacchus and the frogs)

Eros and Psyche (chromolitho)
3100657 Eros and Psyche (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eros and Psyche. Illustration for Las Supersticiones De La Humanidad by Jose Coroleu (F Seix)

Vulcan giving Venus the arms he had forged for Aeneas (chromolitho)
3100656 Vulcan giving Venus the arms he had forged for Aeneas (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vulcan giving Venus the arms he had forged for Aeneas)

Apollo Belvedere (chromolitho)
3100653 Apollo Belvedere (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apollo Belvedere)

Heather Doney wets her foot at the pipe well in Well Lane at Liskeard, Cornwall. Heather was following an age-old custom in which water from any of the four pipes is supposed to have the mysterious

Lao Tse, Chinese philosopher and founder of Taoism. Lao Tse, who is thought to have lived in the 4th or 6th century BC, is said to have written the Tao Te Ching, the central text of Taoism

Fairy tree at Killary Harbour in County Galway, Ireland
Mythical, hawthorn (Crataegus) Fairy Tree waving in the wind at Killary Harbour along the Connemara Loop on a foggy day; County Galway, Ireland

For Good Luck by William Heath Robinson
Training black cats to enter the front door at the stroke of twelve on New Years Eve. A contraption to encourage a New Year tradition imagined by the cartoonist William Heath Robinson. Date: 1919

In Marble Halls - Jobbing actors chatting in a theatre bar
" In Marble Halls" - Jobbing actors standing in a theatre bar discussing their fortune, both successful and not

Trees in Superstition and Legend by Pauline Baynes
Illustration by Pauline Baynes depicting the various trees of legends and superstition

John Duncan, Explorer
JOHN DUNCAN Guardsman who became an explorer in West Africa, making valuable observations not only geographical but also of native superstitions. Date: 1895 - 1849

A bride getting ready for her wedding day. A page relating various wedding lore, including that a bride should put on her gloves with her back turned to the mirror. Date: c. 1912

Harvest Festival of the World The scene at the entrance to Canterbury Cathedral when the hundreds of farm representatives from all over the world arrived for the Canterbury Festival - the theme being

Y-shaped divining twig

Allium sativum, garlic bulb with one clove removed on the side, close up

Red-billed Blue Magpie (Urocissa Erythoryhncha) on branch looking to side

Koan-kong, Chinese god of riches. He is surrounded by four figures and has a casket of treasure at his feet. Artwork from Recherche sur les Superstitions en Chine (Henri Dore, 1914 edition)

Gautama Buddha, founder of Buddhism
Gautama Buddha (c.563-483 BC), Indian spiritual teacher and founder of Buddhism. Born Prince Siddhartha Gautama, he spent time as an ascetic and hermit before turning to meditation

Confucius, Chinese philosopher
Confucius (551-479 BC), Chinese philosopher. After his death, his disciples and followers developed his teachings into the quasi-religious system of ethics, morals and politics known as Confucianism

Chinese religious leaders, known as the three holy ones. Confucius (551-479 BC, lower left) founded the quasi-religious system of Confucianism

Woe Betide or Good Luck to You by Pauline Baynes
A page of superstitions painted in intricate detail specially for Holly Leaves by Pauline Baynes. The key to the illustration is on p.46 of the issue

Praying at a Menhir
Though priests deplore such superstitions, many peasants retain allegiance to old gods - women pray before the druidic stones at Montchauvet in the bocage of Normandie

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"Unraveling the Mysteries: Exploring the Fascinating World of Superstitions" In a mesmerizing display, a snake charmer enthralls his audience with his flute-like instrument, while a slithering serpent emerges from its basket in front. #Superstitions Delve into the captivating book "Those Superstitions" by Bairnsfather and unlock the secrets behind age-old beliefs that have shaped cultures worldwide. It's time for some wishful thinking. Two friends engage in the ancient tradition of pulling the wishbone, hoping to secure good luck and fulfill their desires. Fear can drive us to do strange things – an East End woman terrified of crossing paths with a black dog finds herself walking under a ladder instead. #Superstitions Reflect on history's darkest times as we remember epidemic deaths during the 16th century - when superstition mingled with fear and uncertainty. Step into Miss Modern magazine's world where fortune tellers predict your future through crystal balls and tarot cards – are these predictions mere superstition or something more? Discover William Heath Robinson's whimsical illustration titled "For Good Luck, " showcasing elaborate contraptions designed to bring fortune to those who believe in them. Gaze upon Rome's Tarpeian Rock, depicted vividly in chromolitho form, where traitors were thrown off this infamous cliff as punishment for their crimes against society. Witness history unfold before your eyes through vibrant chromolithos capturing significant moments like Cicero's tragic demise – reminding us that even great minds succumb to fate. Marvel at Kali, goddess of destruction portrayed in all her fierce glory through a stunning chromolitho artwork – exploring how belief systems intertwine with mythology and superstition.