Friar Collection (page 4)

Albertus, 1193-1280. Creator: Anon
Albertus, 1193-1280, unknown date

Monks go to a church, watched by a group of Germans, 1871. Creator: Charles Rochussen
Monks go to a church, watched by a group of Germans, 1871

Three Camaldolese Monks in Meditative Prayer, 1710-1740. Creator: Alessandro Magnasco
Three Camaldolese Monks in Meditative Prayer, 1710-1740

Three Camaldolese Monks in Ecstatic Prayer, 1710-1740. Creator: Alessandro Magnasco
Three Camaldolese Monks in Ecstatic Prayer, 1710-1740

Saint Nicholas of Tolentino Saving a Hanged Man, c.1470. Creator: Zanobi di Jacopo Machiavelli
Saint Nicholas of Tolentino Saving a Hanged Man, c.1470. Saint Nicholas was renowned for his charitable deeds in the central Italian town of Tolentino

St Louis of France, 1481-1502. Creator: Vittore Crivelli
St Louis of France, 1481-1502

The Gulf of Naples with the Island of Ischia in the Distance, 1818. Creator: Josephus Augustus Knip
The Gulf of Naples with the Island of Ischia in the Distance, 1818

Thomas Campanella, 1658. Creator: Balthasar Moncornet
Thomas Campanella, 1658

A Monk [verso], c. 1500. Creator: Fra Bartolomeo
A Monk [verso], c. 1500

Death of a Holy Friar, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Death of a Holy Friar, 18th century

Le Frère François Romain (1646-1735), c1690. Creator: Jean Andre
Le Frere Francois Romain (1646-1735), c1690

Grotto and Friars, from The Ruins of Rome, 1639/1640. Creator: Bartholomeus Breenbergh
Grotto and Friars, from The Ruins of Rome, 1639/1640

Saint Peter Martyr, c. 1450-60. Creator: Unknown
Saint Peter Martyr, c. 1450-60

Dr. Giacinto Achilli, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Dr. Giacinto Achilli, 1850. Dr. Achilli was born at Viterbo in 1803; he took the Dominican habit in his native town at the early age of sixteen;

Canterbury Tales - The Friar
The Friar, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

St. Francis of Assisi and the Young Monk Returning from a Preaching Tour, 1936. Francis of Assisi (c1181-1226) returns to the monastery after walking the city in discussion with a young monk

Our Lady of Good Counsel, c.1680 (oil on copper)
XOS5884700 Our Lady of Good Counsel, c.1680 (oil on copper) by Perez, Bartolomeo (1634-93); 50x40 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting Bartolome Perez)

The January Uprising, 1863 - 1865
3784910 The January Uprising, 1863 - 1865; (add.info.: The January Uprising, 1863 - 1865. Polish-Lithuanian insurgents rose up against the Russian Empire, but were ultimately defeated)

A revolutionist in the cloister (litho)
979572 A revolutionist in the cloister (litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: A revolutionist in the cloister)

Franciscan in Prayer (charcoal on paper)
3598767 Franciscan in Prayer (charcoal on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

Statue of Girolamo Savonarola (1452-98) (photo)
7425645 Statue of Girolamo Savonarola (1452-98) (photo) by Pazzi, Enrico (1819-99); Ferrara, Italy; (add.info.: Dominican Prior of San Marco; hanged)

Berthold Schwartz, german chemist, 1865 (engraving)
7345958 Berthold Schwartz, german chemist, 1865 (engraving) by Montaut, Henri de (1829-89); Private Collection; (add.info)

A holy man. 1866 (engraving)
7147159 A holy man. 1866 (engraving) by Bayard, Emile Antoine (1837-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: A holy man. Song by Beranger, french poet ( 1780-01857 ) Design by E

The Marriage of St Catherine of Siena, detail of St. Augustine and Dominican Beatus
BAL99056 The Marriage of St Catherine of Siena, detail of St. Augustine and Dominican Beatus, c.1481-1500 (tempera & oil on wood) by Lorenzo d'Alessandro da Severino II

Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham
Robin Hood tricks the Sheriff of Nottingham (and robs him of his gold). circa 1195

Father Serapion martyred in Algeria, North Africa
Father Serapion, an English or Irish Mercedarian friar, offers himself as a hostage in order to free captive Christians in Algeria, North Africa

The Town Hall, Reading, Berkshire - with the Statue of Queen Victoria and St. Laurences Church. Date: circa 1900s

Horse riding monk, Protato Church, Karies, Mount Athos, Chalkidiki, Greece

Reading Friar Street early 1900s

Reading Friar Street probably 1920s

John of Austria (1547-1578). Spanish military. illegitimate son of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V. Presentation of John of Austria to Emperor Charles V at Yuste

Charles II, called the Bewitched (1661-1700). King of Spain (1665-1700). It was believed that the king was under the influence of an evil spell

Charles IV abdicates in favour of his son Ferdinand
Peninsular War (1808-1814). Charles IV abdicates in favour of his son Ferdinand (Aranjuez, March 19, 1808). Etching and engraving on paper, circa 1814

Procession of Our Lady of Grace in the Cebada Square (Madrid), circa 1741, by Manuel de Chozas (18th century). History Museum. Madrid. Spain

Procession of Our Lady of Grace in the Cebada Square, Madrid
Procession of Our Lady of Grace in the Cebada Square (Madrid), circa 1741, by Manuel de Chozas (18th century). History Museum. Madrid. Spain

Saint Jerome in his Study. Detail. Castilian School
Master of the Parral (active 1480-1500). Saint Jerome in his Study. Detail. Castilian School, about 1480-1490. Lazaro Galdiano Museum. Madrid. Spain

Saint Francis of Assisi (1181-1226), 1577-1580, by El Greco
Saint Francis of Assisi (1181-1226). Founder of the Franciscan Order. Portrait by El Greco (Domenikos Theotokopulos) (1541-1614), 1577-1580. Lazaro Galdiano Museum. Madrid. Spain

Saint Jerome in his Study. Castilian School, about 1480-1490
Master of the Parral (active 1480-1500). Saint Jerome in his Study. Castilian School, about 1480-1490. Lazaro Galdiano Museum. Madrid. Spain

St. Francis
A painting of Saint Francis of Assisi, an Italian catholic friar, deacon and mystic. He is one of the most venerated figures in Christianity who founded the men's Order of Friars Minor

Performance of Romeo and Juliet, Colombo, Ceylon
Depictions of a performance of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet by the Singhalese in Colombo, Ceylon (modern day Sri Lanka)

Embarkation of Christopher Columbus at Palos de la Frontera
Discovery of America. Embarkation of Christopher Columbus at Palos de la Frontera (Spain), on August 3, 1492. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

Diego Laynez (1512-1565). Spanish Jesuit priest and theologian. Second Superior General of the Society of Jesus. Portrait, detail. Illustration by Llanta. Lithography. Cronica General de Espana

Fray Luis de Leon (1527-1591). Spanish poet
Fray Luis de Leon (Belmonte, 1527-Madrigal de las Altas Torres, 1591). Spanish poet. Portrait. Illustration by Llanta. Lithography. Cronica General de Espana

The Lady of Montserrat by Alonso Cano (1601-1667)
Alonso Cano (1601-1667) and Workshop. The Lady of Montserrat. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019

Saint Anthony of Padua (1195-1231) by Juseppe de Ribera
Saint Anthony of Padua (1195-1231). Portuguese friar of Franciscan Order. Painting by Juseppe de Ribera (1591-1652). Spanish painter. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019

Saint Augustine between Christ and Mary by Rubens
Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640). Flemish painter. Saint Augustine between Christ and Mary, ca.1615. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019

Interior of the Wawel Royal Cathedral, 1875, by Swierzynski
Saturnin Swierzynski (1820-1885). Polish painter. Interior of the Wawel Royal Cathedral, 1875. 19th Century Polish Art Gallery (Sukiennice Museum). National Museum of Krakow. Poland. Date: 2018

Illustrations
Two simple illustrations showing a friar whistling a melody to a bird. Date: circa 1922

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"Friar: A Glimpse into the World of Spiritual Devotion" In the realm of religious devotion, few figures have captivated hearts and minds like the friars. From Padre Pio's miraculous stigmata to Saint John of the Cross' profound poetry, these men dedicated their lives to serving God and humanity. One intriguing tale tells of a woman raising her skirts in defiance, using this unconventional method to scare off the devil himself. Such acts demonstrate the unwavering faith and determination that friars possess in their battle against evil. The artistic world also pays homage to these holy men. In an enchanting engraving colored with vibrant hues, we witness Saint John of the Cross immersed in contemplation, his soul soaring through poetic verses. Similarly, Ramon Llull's Breviculum Codex showcases intricate miniatures that depict his spiritual teachings. A statue of Saint Francis of Assisi stands tall as a testament to his humble yet influential life. This sculpture graces Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel, an exquisite late 19th-century church where Friar Juan de San Miguel is honored for his contributions in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Artistic masterpieces further explore themes surrounding friars' trials and tribulations. "The Temptation of Saint Anthony" portrays a gripping struggle between good and evil on canvas while "The Florentines Renouncing The Vanities" depicts Savonarola's fervent call for moral reform during Renaissance Florence. Venturing beyond borders, we encounter Saint Francis Xavier leaving an indelible mark on Goa, India with his missionary work. His selfless dedication echoes throughout history as he spreads Christianity far from home. Even renowned artist William Hogarth immortalized friars within his etching titled "The Gate of Calais. " Through this artwork, we glimpse at their presence even amidst political turmoil and societal change.