Religious Rite Collection

Naples. The confession
3568812 Naples. The confession.; (add.info.: Naples 1865 ca. Photographer: Conrad, Giorgio); Alinari Archives, Florence

Wedding in Pordenone
3568522 Wedding in Pordenone; (add.info.: Pordenone 1930 ca. Photographer: Falomo, Piero); Alinari Archives, Florence

Marriage of Francis Marinoni with Margaret Carandini
3560661 Marriage of Francis Marinoni with Margaret Carandini by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Rome 1951 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Religious ceremony Italy. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

Old ladies taking Holy Communion during church services. Italy. Date of Photograph:1960-1970

Interior of St. Peter's in the Vatican. Pope Pious XII celebrates mass together with other clergy
3568628 Interior of St. Peter's in the Vatican. Pope Pious XII celebrates mass together with other clergy by Unknown photographer

The national male pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Notre Dame of Lourdes France Lourdes, Sanctuary of Notre Dame Church, Sanctuary Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

The Belgian national pilgrimage to the Grotto of Notre Dame of Lourdes France Lourdes, Grotto of Massabielle Sanctuary Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Celebration of a religiuos ceremony in a road of Fiume in presence of a group of officers and of Italian legionaries. The photograph was taken during the occupation of the city by part of the Italian

Celebration of religious service in a road of Fiume with the presence of a group of army officers and Italian legionaries; the mob on both the road sides is also placed on improvised scaffoldings

World War I: Don Pelinca priest celebrates Mass in the presence of the Commander of the 6th Artillery Battalion on Mount Krasji Slovenia Mount Krasji. Date of Photograph:1914-1918

World War I: Priest celebrating Mass, Mount Krasji Slovenia Mount Krasji. Date of Photograph:1914-1918

"Corpus Domini." Line of children dressed for their first communion, taken from behind a curtain Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Boy in front of a crucifix during a procession Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Celebration of a religious service in a road of Fiume, at the presence of military troops and the population, who throngs the road, decorated with buntings

The marriage of Umberto II of Savoy (1904-1983) with the princess Maria Jose of Belgium (1906-2001) in the Pauline Chapel of the Quirinale in Rome Rome Quirinale Palace, Pauline Chapel

Marriage in the church Italy. Date of Photograph:11/08/1957

Bestowing solemn honours upon the Abbot Silvestri in Trevignano Romano. The institutional and religious authorities are portrayed in tailor's shop balcony. Trevignano Romano

Naples. The confession. Naples. Date of Photograph:1865 ca

Pope Pius XII placing the cardinal's hat on the head of a new cardinal State of the Vatican City Vatican Apostolic Palace. Date of Photograph:1946-1953 ca

Eugenio Pacelli, legate to the pope at an international eucharistic congress in Budapest Hungary Budapest. Date of Photograph:12/05/1938

Pope Pius II during a ceremony in St. Peter's Basilica State of the Vatican City St. Peter's Basilica. Date of Photograph:1939

Pope Pius XII during the closing ceremony of the Holy Door State of the Vatican City. Date of Photograph:1950

Pope Pius XII during of the "Processione della Staffa" Rome. Date of Photograph:1940 ca

Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli during his pilgrimage to Lourdes France Lourdes. Date of Photograph:28/04/1935

Crowd of the faithful during the celebration of Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli near the grotto of Lourdes France Lourdes. Date of Photograph:28/04/1935

World War I: officers of the German army during the mass in Moravia Czech Republic. Date of Photograph:1915-1918

"Life of the little cruise passengers: the Mass" Italy. Date of Photograph:1930-1940

The cardinal of Turin Maurilio Fossati celebrates solemn mass in Piazza Vittorio Veneto on the day of celebration for the liberation of the city Turin Piazza Vittorio Veneto

Interior of St. Peter's in the Vatican. Pope Pious XII celebrates mass together with other clergy Rome. Date of Photograph:26/12/1944

The royals of Belgium praying in the Basilica of San Pietro; on the right Maria Jos of Belgium State of the Vatican City Basilica of S. Pietro. Date of Photograph:1925-1930

Solemn Easter Mass in Armenian rite in the Church of San Nicola da Tolentino, Rome Rome. Date of Photograph:1940-1950

The mass in the field of Toniglia, Genoa Genoa Toniglia. Date of Photograph:08/1924

The After-work Activities Centre of the rail workers of Bologna; religious ceremony in Lagaro Bologna Lagaro. Date of Photograph:22/08/1926

Crowd of soldiers and believers during a ceremony in honor of Our Lady in San Juan, Puerto Rico America Puerto Rico, San-Juan. Date of Photograph:1890-1899 ca

Wedding in Pordenone Pordenone. Date of Photograph:1930 ca

Mass at the military camp Italy. Date of Photograph:1910-1920

Hall of the Nibelungen at the Royal Residence of Munich, Germany. The wall frescos are by Von Carolsfeld and J. Schnorr. Germany Munich, Royal Residence, Hall of the Nibelungen

A celebration in the open in Savoy France Savoy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

A religious festival in Savoy France Savoy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Interior of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maddalena (Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine) Vezelay France Vzelay Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Religious procession Europe. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

Mass, Iguacu Falls, Argentina Argentina. Date of Photograph:1989

Elevated view of the Cathedral of Florence. The photograph shows the internal space, of the dome, during a celebration. Many prelates are seated around the altar. Florence. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

A kiss in Paphos, Cyprus Asia Cyprus, Paphos. Date of Photograph:11/1994

Il Cassone Adimari; detail of the left part. Work of Giovanni di Ser Giovanni known as Scheggia. Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence Chest Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Musician Angel; detail from the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, work of Vittore Carpaccio. Galleria dell'Accademia, Venice Altarpiece High Renaissance, Renaissance

Institution of the Eucharist; fresco by Fra Angelico and assistants, in cell n.35 of the S. Marco Monastery, Florence Mural Painting Early Renaissance, Renaissance

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"Capturing the Essence of Religious Rites: A Journey through Sacred Moments" From the grandeur of Mass at Iguacu Falls, Argentina to the elevated view of the Cathedral of Florence during a celebration, religious rites transport us to a realm beyond our earthly existence. The photograph reveals an internal space adorned with prelates seated around the altar, their presence evoking a sense of reverence and devotion. In Paphos, Cyprus, amidst ancient ruins and timeless beauty, a tender kiss symbolizes love's intertwining with spirituality. It reminds us that faith is not just about rituals but also about forging deep connections with one another. The intricate details in Il Cassone Adimari by Giovanni di Ser Giovanni known as Scheggia at Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence depict scenes that resonate with profound meaning. Whether it is Musician Angel from Vittore Carpaccio's work or the Institution of the Eucharist fresco by Fra Angelico and his assistants at S. Marco Monastery in Florence, these masterpieces encapsulate moments where divinity meets humanity. Leonardo da Vinci and Andrea del Verrocchio's Baptism of Christ panel at Uffizi Gallery showcases their artistic brilliance while capturing this pivotal event in Christian history. The painting transports us back to witness this sacred act unfold before our eyes. Giambologna's school sculpture depicting the Wedding of Virgin Mary adorns the central portal of Cathedral Pisa—a testament to how art can elevate religious narratives for generations to come. Tommaso Orsolino's marble antependium located in Pavia's Carthusian Monastery tells stories from Saint Ugone’s life through intricate carvings—an exquisite example showcasing devotion expressed through craftsmanship. Lastly, Raphael’s preparatory study for the fresco with Mass Bolsena draws us into his creative process as he explores themes surrounding this significant sacrament—inviting contemplation on its spiritual significance.