Traditional Ceremony Collection (page 3)

Dressed in his black goatskin cloak, a Samburu boy puts his bundle of sticks, staves and gum on the roof of his mothers house

In the weeks leading up to their circumcision, Samburu boys gather frequently to sing the lebarta, a circumcision song with a slow, haunting melody whose words are ad-libbed to suit the occasion

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Japan, The poet Sangi Hitoshi, woodcut
Hokusai Katsushika (1760-1849), The Poet Sangi Hitoshi (10th century), 1835-36, woodcut

France, Chinoiseries, The Chinese fair
Francois Boucher (1703-1770), Chinoiseries. The Chinese Fair

Msai youth with decorated face
Black clothing and the intricate white patterns on the face of this Msai youth of the Kisongo section signify his recent circumcision

A Samburu mother shaves her sons head outside her home the day before he is circumcised. Round her neck hangs his nchipi - the distinctive decoration of every boy who participates in the circumcision

Mothers rub animal fat into their sons cloaks to make them supple. This task is performed shortly before the boys set out on an arduous journey to collect sticks, staves and gum to make bows

Gabbra women sing and dance to celebrate a wedding. The traditional metal ornamentation on their heads is called malmal

A Dassanech man in full tribal regalia participates in a dance during a month-long ceremony. He wears a cheetah skin draped on his backs and a black ostrich-feather headdress

United States. Virginia. Anabaptist Baptism. Their ideology lay in the acceptance of baptism of adults only. 17th century. Colored engraving, 1841

Secret Societies (nineteenth century). Initiation ceremony of a new member
Secret Societies (19th-century). Initiation ceremony of a new member. Colored engraving

Knighting
illustration of a king Knighting

Pausanias Sacrifices to the Gods before the Battle of Plataea
Illustration of a Pausanias Sacrifices to the Gods before the Battle of Plataea

Curing The Sick With Serpents
A man performs a snake-handling ritual over the bed of a patient while several other watch, engraving is dated 1806. Original caption reads A Saadi, or Egyptian quack

Illustration of a bible scene, 1 Kings 1, Solomon rides through the city on his fathers mule to show that David wishes him to be his successor and is anointed as king by a priest

Illustration of a bible scene, 1 Samuel 16: Samuel uses oil to anoint David as king on Gods instruction after Saul disappoints him

Ex-Drum Horses
On the left, the Royal Artillery Drum Horse and on the right the Royal Household Cavalry Drum Horse pulling a harrow on a farm during WW II

Buddhist prayer wheels on the exterior wall of the Swayambhunath Stupa Temple, also called Monkey Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Well Dressing
May 1923: The pagan rite of well dressing shown on one of the five wells in the village of Tissington, Derbyshire. The design is made of clay on a wooden frame and stuck with flowers and berries

Sioux war dance. Oleograph from Ratzel " The Human Race" Leipzig, c1890. Chromolithograph

Official Opening of Tel Aviv Port, 1938

Inauguration of President Theodore Roosevelt, 1905

Wall-painting fragment depicting woman
Wall-painting fragment depicting a woman from a ceremonial procession. From the later Tiryns palace. 14th-13th Century BC Mycenaean Greek

Greece, Athens, Infantry unit of the Greek army
Infantry unit of the Greek army, the Evzones on parade outside the Greek Parliament House, guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

United Kingdom, England, A Quaker Assembly in London, engraving, 1735 18th century, Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs (Library)

France, Napoleons Farewell by James Ensor (1860-1949), etching, 1897 19th Century

Procession of imperial ancestral tablets in Peking (Beijing), From Journal des Voyages, 1909, illustration
China, 20th century. Procession of imperial ancestral tablets in Peking (Beijing). From the Journal des Voyages, 1909

Italy, Florence, Festival at Cascine in Honor of Ferdinand III of Lorraine
Giuseppe Maria Terreni (1739-1811), Festival at the Cascine in Honour of Ferdinand III of Lorraine, 1791

Denmark, Copenhagen, Return of the Bucintoro
Francesco Guardi (1712-1793), The Return of the Bucintoro

France, Versailles, Arrival of Louis XVIII, The crossing of the Pont Neuf
France - 19th century. Arrival in Paris of Louis XVIII in May 1814. The crossing of the Pont Neuf

France, Versailles, Charles X Entering Paris
Nicolas Gosse (1787-1878), Charles X (1757-1836) Entering Paris on June 6, 1825

Germany, Lutheran Holy Communion in the Church of Minorities in Augsburg, engraving by Hieronymus Sperling (1695-1777), 1732 18th century, Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs (Library)

France, Versailles, Concert in Honour of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom in the Hall of Mirrors of Chateau d Eu
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France, Versailles, Napoleon III Receiving the Ambassador of Siam in Fontainebleau
Jean-Leon Gerome (1824-1904), Napoleon III Receiving the Ambassador of Siam in Fontainebleau

Sweden, Vastra Gotaland County, Fossum, Tanum (Tanumshede), rock painting, detail depicting boats
Sweden - Vastra Gotaland County - Fossum. Rock carvings in Tanum or Tanumshede (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1994). Scandinavian Bronze Age

France, French National Guard, painting by Arsene Hurtel, 1849
Militaria, France, 19th century. French National Guard, 1849. Painting by Arsene Hurtel

Hungary, Fertod, Military exercise at Esterhazy Castle, built by Prince Nikolaus Esterhazy, detail, 1760
Hungary, 18th century. Military exercise at Esterhazy Castle at Fertod built by Prince Nikolaus Esterhazy in 1760. Detail

Italy, Milan, Arena Civica, Carousel of military police
Militaria, Italy, 20th century. Carousel of the Corps of Carabineers (Arma dei Carabinieri) in Arena Civica of Milan

Batteries riding regiment military officer at cuirassiers gala
Militaria, Italy, 20th century. Voloire Artillery Regiment on horseback (Reggimento Artiglieria a Cavallo Voloire), Officer

Horse regiment trumpeters at cuirassiers gala
Militaria, Italy, 20th century. Voloire Artillery Regiment on horseback (Reggimento Artiglieria a Cavallo Voloire), trumpeters

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"Embracing the Timeless Traditions: A Glimpse into Diverse Ceremonies Around the World" From the mystical allure of monks lighting khom loy candles and lanterns during the enchanting Loi Krathong festival, to the mesmerizing sight of a snake charmer coaxing a slithering serpent from its basket with his flute-like instrument - traditional ceremonies captivate our senses and transport us to different realms. In Paris, France, amidst Europe's cultural tapestry, we find ourselves immersed in an age-old Jewish tradition as a Torah scroll is carefully unfurled. Its delicate parchment whispers stories of faith and resilience that have stood the test of time. Traveling back in time to 1790 Japan through a captivating woodblock print, we encounter a young woman frozen in elegance. The intricate details on this artwork reflect not only artistic mastery but also serve as a window into ancient customs and societal norms. Journeying further eastward to Gujarat, India's Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park - designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site - we witness pilgrims offering burning coals at Kalika Shakti Peeth Pavagadh Temple. This sacred act symbolizes devotion and spiritual purification within Hindu traditions. Delving into biblical history depicted by Gustave Doré's illustrations from "The Dore Bible, " we are transported to Jerusalem where Cyrus humbly presents vases for the Second Temple. This poignant scene reminds us of humanity's enduring quest for divine connection across generations. Celebrations take on vibrant hues at Gajan festivities where face painting becomes an art form itself. Amidst joyous revelry, communities come together to honor deities while adorning their faces with intricate designs that embody both spirituality and creativity. Japanese woodblocks bring Kabuki actors alive on paper; their dramatic expressions capturing centuries-old theatrical performances that continue to enthrall audiences today. These prints serve as a testament to the enduring power of art in preserving cultural heritage.