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Tombstone Collection (#9)

"Journey through Time: Exploring the Stories Carved in Stone - Tombstones Around the World" Gravestone in the Graveyard of Winchester Cathedral

Background imageTombstone Collection: Crowning of the Virgin (called 'Madonna of Monteluce'), 1505-1525, (oil on wood)

Crowning of the Virgin (called "Madonna of Monteluce"), 1505-1525, (oil on wood)
7146016 Crowning of the Virgin (called "Madonna of Monteluce"), 1505-1525, (oil on wood) by Penni, Giovanni Francesco (il Fattore) (c.1488-1528)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Pieta, 17th century (oil on canvas)

Pieta, 17th century (oil on canvas)
7129587 Pieta, 17th century (oil on canvas) by Cozza, Francesco (1605-82); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pieta, Francesco Cozza, cm 221 x 167)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)

The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)
7058499 The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel) by Fernandez de Murcia, Pedro (late 15th - early 16th century); Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano, Naples, Campania

Background imageTombstone Collection: The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)

The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)
7058497 The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel) by Fernandez de Murcia, Pedro (late 15th - early 16th century); Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano, Naples, Campania

Background imageTombstone Collection: The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)

The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)
7058496 The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel) by Fernandez de Murcia, Pedro (late 15th - early 16th century); Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano, Naples, Campania

Background imageTombstone Collection: Resurrection of Christ, 1534, Giovanni Antonio Bazzi known as il Sodoma (oil on panel)

Resurrection of Christ, 1534, Giovanni Antonio Bazzi known as il Sodoma (oil on panel)
7064295 Resurrection of Christ, 1534, Giovanni Antonio Bazzi known as il Sodoma (oil on panel) by Sodoma, Giovanni Antonio Bazzi (1477-1549); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania

Background imageTombstone Collection: La tomba di Virgilio a Piedigrotta, 1825 circa (painting)

La tomba di Virgilio a Piedigrotta, 1825 circa (painting)
7060806 La tomba di Virgilio a Piedigrotta, 1825 circa (painting) by Pitloo, Anton Sminck (1791-1837); Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano, Naples, Campania

Background imageTombstone Collection: Assumption of the Virgin (oil on canvas)

Assumption of the Virgin (oil on canvas)
7352766 Assumption of the Virgin (oil on canvas) by Fiasella, Domenico Il Sarzana (1589-1669) ; Santuario Madonna del Monte, Genoa

Background imageTombstone Collection: Resurrection of Christ, 1500-05, (panel)

Resurrection of Christ, 1500-05, (panel)
7129141 Resurrection of Christ, 1500-05, (panel) by Garbo, Raffaellino del (c.1466-1524); Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Resurrection of Christ, 1500-05)

Background imageTombstone Collection: St Mary Magdalen, the virgin Mary and st John the evangelist mourning the dead Christ, 1490-95 circa

St Mary Magdalen, the virgin Mary and st John the evangelist mourning the dead Christ, 1490-95 circa
7146576 St Mary Magdalen, the virgin Mary and st John the evangelist mourning the dead Christ, 1490-95 circa, (tempera on panel) by Lorenzo da Sanseverino

Background imageTombstone Collection: The tomb of Artaxerxes II in Persepolis, Iran (stone)

The tomb of Artaxerxes II in Persepolis, Iran (stone)
7071304 The tomb of Artaxerxes II in Persepolis, Iran (stone) by Persian School, (6th century BC); Persepolis, Iran; (add.info.: The tomb of Artaxerxes II in Persepolis)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Deposition in the Sepulchre, 1645 (oil on canvas)

Deposition in the Sepulchre, 1645 (oil on canvas)
7352718 Deposition in the Sepulchre, 1645 (oil on canvas) by Casoni, Giovanni Battista (1609-81); 260x170 cm; Parrocchiale di Sant'Antonio Abate, Diano Marina, Liguria

Background imageTombstone Collection: Miracle of the infirm healed by the oil of St. Gennaro, 1640, oil on copper, Naples cathedral

Miracle of the infirm healed by the oil of St. Gennaro, 1640, oil on copper, Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy
7062882 Miracle of the infirm healed by the oil of St. Gennaro, 1640, oil on copper, Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy by Domenichino (Domenico Zampieri) (1581-1641); Duomo di San Gennaro, Naples

Background imageTombstone Collection: The Infirm at the tomb of San Gennaro, (Infermi alla tomba di San Gennaro), Naples cathedral

The Infirm at the tomb of San Gennaro, (Infermi alla tomba di San Gennaro), Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy
7062877 The Infirm at the tomb of San Gennaro, (Infermi alla tomba di San Gennaro), Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy, 17th century (oil on copper) by Domenichino (Domenico Zampieri) (1581-1641)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Christ in the sarcophagus, 1450 circa, (oil on panel)

Christ in the sarcophagus, 1450 circa, (oil on panel)
7128806 Christ in the sarcophagus, 1450 circa, (oil on panel) by Vivarini, Antonio (c.1415-1476/84); 59x44 cm; Pinacoteca Nazionale, Bologna

Background imageTombstone Collection: The Virgin of the Cintola, 1508-09 circa, (painting)

The Virgin of the Cintola, 1508-09 circa, (painting)
7129007 The Virgin of the Cintola, 1508-09 circa, (painting) by Granacci, Francesco (1477-1543); Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The Virgin of the Cintola)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The deposition and saints, 1493 (panel)

The deposition and saints, 1493 (panel)
7129135 The deposition and saints, 1493 (panel) by Sellaio, Jacopo del (1441/42-93); Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The deposition and saint James the Great)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The lamentation over the dead Christ, 1550-1575 circa, (oil on wood)

The lamentation over the dead Christ, 1550-1575 circa, (oil on wood)
7130048 The lamentation over the dead Christ, 1550-1575 circa, (oil on wood) by Orsi da Novellara, Lelio (1511-87); Museo Nazionale del Palazzo di Venezia, Rome

Background imageTombstone Collection: The entombment of Christ, 16th century, (oil on wood)

The entombment of Christ, 16th century, (oil on wood)
7129538 The entombment of Christ, 16th century, (oil on wood) by Italian School, (16th century); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome

Background imageTombstone Collection: Resurrection of a deceased, c. 1640, Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (oil on copper)

Resurrection of a deceased, c. 1640, Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (oil on copper)
7062879 Resurrection of a deceased, c. 1640, Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (oil on copper) by Domenichino (Domenico Zampieri) (1581-1641); Duomo di San Gennaro, Naples

Background imageTombstone Collection: The tomb of Artaxerxes II, Persepolis, Iran (photo)

The tomb of Artaxerxes II, Persepolis, Iran (photo)
7071354 The tomb of Artaxerxes II, Persepolis, Iran (photo) by Persian School, (6th century BC); Persepolis, Iran; (add.info.: The tomb of Artaxerxes II, Persepolis)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Assumption of the Virgin Mary, (fresco)

Assumption of the Virgin Mary, (fresco)
7128860 Assumption of the Virgin Mary, (fresco) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513) (& studio); Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Assumption of the Virgin Mary)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Pieta, 16th century (oil on canvas)

Pieta, 16th century (oil on canvas)
7129491 Pieta, 16th century (oil on canvas) by Carracci, Ludovico (1555-1619); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pieta, Ludovico Carracci, oil on canvas)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Pieta, 17th century (painting)

Pieta, 17th century (painting)
7129454 Pieta, 17th century (painting) by Gaulli, Giovanni Battista (Baciccio) (1639-1709); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pieta, Baciccio, Giovanni Battista Gaulli)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Resurrection, 1545 circa, Giorgio Vasari (oil on panel)

Resurrection, 1545 circa, Giorgio Vasari (oil on panel)
7064296 Resurrection, 1545 circa, Giorgio Vasari (oil on panel) by Vasari, Giorgio (1511-74); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Resurrection, 1545 circa, Giorgio Vasari)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)

The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel)
7058500 The entombment of Christ, 1508-10 circa, detail (tempera on panel) by Fernandez de Murcia, Pedro (late 15th - early 16th century); Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano, Naples, Campania

Background imageTombstone Collection: Deposition, (oil on canvas)

Deposition, (oil on canvas)
7129940 Deposition, (oil on canvas) by Giordano, Luca (1634-1705); Pio Monte della Misericordia, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: Deposition, Luca Giordano, oil on canvas, Pio Monte della Misericordia)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The assumption of the Virgin, 1600-1601 (painting)

The assumption of the Virgin, 1600-1601 (painting)
7128857 The assumption of the Virgin, 1600-1601 (painting) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The assumption of the Virgin, Annibale Carracci)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Lamentation over the dead Christ, 1615 circa, (oil on canvas)

Lamentation over the dead Christ, 1615 circa, (oil on canvas)
7130061 Lamentation over the dead Christ, 1615 circa, (oil on canvas) by Borgianni, Orazio (1578-1616); Museo Nazionale del Palazzo di Venezia, Rome

Background imageTombstone Collection: Resurrection of Christ, 1620 circa, Sisto Badalocchio (oil on canvas)

Resurrection of Christ, 1620 circa, Sisto Badalocchio (oil on canvas)
7064228 Resurrection of Christ, 1620 circa, Sisto Badalocchio (oil on canvas) by Badalocchio, Sisto (1581/5-1647); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Resurrection of Christ)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Tomb of General Marceau (engraving)

Tomb of General Marceau (engraving)
1730046 Tomb of General Marceau (engraving) by Sergeant-Marceau, Antoine Francois (1751-1847); (add.info.: Francois Severin Marceau-Desgraviers (1 March 1769 - 21 September 1796)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Christ at the Tomb, copy of H. Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670)

Christ at the Tomb, copy of H. Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670), Paris (photograph)
7071658 Christ at the Tomb, copy of H.Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670), Paris (photograph) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Dome des Invalides, Paris

Background imageTombstone Collection: King George VI, Queen Elizabeth and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, Arlington, Virginia, USA

King George VI, Queen Elizabeth and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, Arlington, Virginia, USA, 1939 (b/w photo)
5974336 King George VI, Queen Elizabeth and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, Arlington, Virginia, USA, 1939 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: King George VI)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Resurrection of Christ. end 15th century (oil on wood)

Resurrection of Christ. end 15th century (oil on wood)
CUL4939364 Resurrection of Christ. end 15th century (oil on wood) by Berruguete, Pedro (c.1450-1504); Museo de Bellas Artes, Seville, Spain; (add.info.: By BERRUGUETE, Pedro); AIC

Background imageTombstone Collection: Christ at the Tomb, copy of H. Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670)

Christ at the Tomb, copy of H. Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670), Paris (photograph)
7071657 Christ at the Tomb, copy of H.Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670), Paris (photograph) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Dome des Invalides, Paris

Background imageTombstone Collection: Christ at the Tomb, copy of H. Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670)

Christ at the Tomb, copy of H. Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670), Paris (photograph)
7071577 Christ at the Tomb, copy of H.Holbein. down coast of the Chapel of the Invalides (1670), Paris (photograph) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Dome des Invalides, Paris

Background imageTombstone Collection: President Franklin Roosevelt, Arlington, Virginia, USA, 1940 (b/w photo)

President Franklin Roosevelt, Arlington, Virginia, USA, 1940 (b/w photo)
5974354 President Franklin Roosevelt, Arlington, Virginia, USA, 1940 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Resurrection of Lazarus, 1573 (oil on wood)

Resurrection of Lazarus, 1573 (oil on wood)
6262187 Resurrection of Lazarus, 1573 (oil on wood) by Pourbus, Frans I (1545-81); Cathedrale de Notre-Dame, Tournai, Belgium; (add.info.: Creator: Francois Pourbus l'Aine Cathedrale Notre-Dame)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Roman Sarcophagus : Achilles, c. 200 (marble)

Roman Sarcophagus : Achilles, c. 200 (marble)
7322951 Roman Sarcophagus : Achilles, c.200 (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Roman Sarcophagus : Achilles, Greek Hero, at the court of King Lykomedes)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The Last Judgement and the Seven Works of Mercy, centre panel (oil on panel)

The Last Judgement and the Seven Works of Mercy, centre panel (oil on panel)
471092 The Last Judgement and the Seven Works of Mercy, centre panel (oil on panel) by Orley, Bernard van (c.1488-1541); Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Background imageTombstone Collection: The Man of Sorrows, 1430 (oil on panel)

The Man of Sorrows, 1430 (oil on panel)
LAF470816 The Man of Sorrows, 1430 (oil on panel) by Campin, Robert (c.1378-1444); 36x28 cm; Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Ghent, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageTombstone Collection: The Prioress Tale, decorated wardrobe, designed by Philip Webb (1831-1915), 1859 (oil on panel)

The Prioress Tale, decorated wardrobe, designed by Philip Webb (1831-1915), 1859 (oil on panel)
7246991 The Prioress Tale, decorated wardrobe, designed by Philip Webb (1831-1915), 1859 (oil on panel) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageTombstone Collection: German Knight in the Second Half of the 14th century, Tomb of Otto von Pienzenau, War Costume

German Knight in the Second Half of the 14th century, Tomb of Otto von Pienzenau, War Costume
7280075 German Knight in the Second Half of the 14th century, Tomb of Otto von Pienzenau, War Costume by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTombstone Collection: Tomb of Lorenzo di Piero de Medici with Evening and Dawn

Tomb of Lorenzo di Piero de Medici with Evening and Dawn
7278122 Tomb of Lorenzo di Piero de Medici with Evening and Dawn by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb of Lorenzo di Piero de Medici with Evening and Dawn)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The grave of Friedrich Ludwig Weidig, 1791, 1837, German Protestant theologian, pastor, activist

The grave of Friedrich Ludwig Weidig, 1791, 1837, German Protestant theologian, pastor, activist
7279690 The grave of Friedrich Ludwig Weidig, 1791, 1837, German Protestant theologian, pastor, activist by Unknown Artist

Background imageTombstone Collection: Tomb of Marco Thiene and fresco, Chiesa di Santa Corona, Vicenza, Italy (photo)

Tomb of Marco Thiene and fresco, Chiesa di Santa Corona, Vicenza, Italy (photo)
7292547 Tomb of Marco Thiene and fresco, Chiesa di Santa Corona, Vicenza, Italy (photo) by Besozzo, Michelino Molinari da (c.1370-c.1455); Chiesa di Santa Corona, Vicenza

Background imageTombstone Collection: Head of a man from Ethiopia, From the tomb of Setis I. Abyssinia, Ethiopia

Head of a man from Ethiopia, From the tomb of Setis I. Abyssinia, Ethiopia
7280024 Head of a man from Ethiopia, From the tomb of Setis I. Abyssinia, Ethiopia by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Head of a man from Ethiopia)

Background imageTombstone Collection: The Tomb of St. Thomas in Ethiopia, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th

The Tomb of St. Thomas in Ethiopia, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century
7279819 The Tomb of St. Thomas in Ethiopia, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tomb of St)




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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Stories Carved in Stone - Tombstones Around the World" Gravestone in the Graveyard of Winchester Cathedral: A silent witness to centuries gone by, this tombstone stands tall amidst the hallowed grounds of Winchester Cathedral's graveyard. Killkenny, Ireland: The dramatic spectacle of the Rock of Cashel and its gravesites captivate visitors with their ancient charm, reminding us of Ireland's rich history. St Dubhthachs Church or Clachan Duich Cemetery: Step into a realm where time seems to stand still as you wander among weathered tombstones that hold secrets from generations past. View of Jerusalem and the Dome of the Rock from Mount of Olives, Israel: From this vantage point, one can appreciate not only breathtaking views but also an array of tombstones dotting the landscape, each telling a unique tale. Witiza tombstone at Basilica Saints Justo and Pastor in Barcelona: Marvel at intricate carvings on this ancient tombstone while exploring one of Barcelona's most historic sites. St. Cainnech Cathedral in Kilkenny, Ireland: With its towering round tower overlooking a sea of gravestones, this cathedral holds both religious significance and historical intrigue for visitors. Down Cathedral - Historical burial place of St Patrick: Pay homage to one of Christianity's most revered figures as you visit his final resting place within Down Cathedral's sacred grounds. The Grave Of Keats (1873): Delve into literary history as you gaze upon John Keats' final resting place; a serene spot where his poetic genius lives on forevermore. Shelley's Tombstone at Rome (b/w photo): In eternal memory lies Percy Bysshe Shelley beneath a simple yet poignant tombstone that pays tribute to his profound contributions to literature and philosophy. Hopperstad Stave Church, Sogne Fjord, Norway.