Sacra Collection

Frankincense, luban tree, or olibanum-tree, Boswellia sacra (Boswellia carterii). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Arch of Titus. Rome. Italy
Roman Art. Arch of Titus. Erected in the year 81 to commemorate the conquest of Titus against the Jews. It features carved scenes of the conquest and subsequent destruction of Jerusalem (AD 70)

Frankincense or olibanum tree, Boswellia sacra (Boswellia carterii Birdwood). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Bas-relief of the South panel "The Spoils of War", showing the triumphal procession, on the Arch of Titus
2963164 Bas-relief of the South panel "The Spoils of War", showing the triumphal procession, on the Arch of Titus, Via Sacra, Roman Forum, Rome, Italy. From Italian Pictures by Rev

Rome - Italy - Arch of Titus
Colour lantern slide of stone Roman arch.. Part of Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection. The Arch of Titus is a 1st-century honorific arch[1] located on the Via Sacra, Rome

Lares house gods from a shrine found in Herculaneum
Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum. Crowned genii pour libations and bring a boar to sacrfice

Sacred kingfisher, Todiramphus sanctus (Sacred kings-fisher, Alcedo sacra). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Sacra Conversazione (oil on canvas)
704162 Sacra Conversazione (oil on canvas) by Palma, Jacopo (Il Vecchio) (c.1480-1528); Galleria Borghese, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Turin (engraving)
1622618 Turin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turin. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 June 1884)

Basrelief in the Arch of Titus representing men carrying a menorah, located in the Via Sacra of the Rome Forum

Ramon de la Sacra, (1798-1871), 1920s
Ramon de la Sacra. Gallego publicist born in 1798. Arrived in Havana in 1821 and made a great speech on botanics. Had polemic arguments with Saco relating to the the poems of Heredia

Leaf M Interior Chiesa della Sacra Stimate Descrizione del
Leaf M: Interior of Chiesa della Sacra Stimate, Descrizione del sacro monte della Vernia, Ligozzi, Jacopo, 1547-1626, Moroni, Lino, Engraving, 1612

descritta e rappresentata dall architetto-pittore scenico Alessandro Sanquirico... Incoronazione di S. M. I. R. A. Ferdinando I

Archaeological Site of Cumae. Greek colony. Italy. Sacred R
Archaeological Site of Cumae. Greek colony. Magna Graecia. Italy. Sacred Road

Sacra Biblia Cum Glosa. 14th century. The prophet Ezekiel
Sacra Biblia Cum Glosa. Codex 1. 14th century. Miniature depicting the prophet Ezekiel. Drop cap

Isola Sacra Necropolis. Roman Imperial times. Relief. Medica
Isola Sacra Necropolis. Pagan cementery of Roman Imperial times. Relief. Medical patient washing the feet. To the right medical instruments. Italy

Italy. Paestum. Sacred Way

Italy. Rome. Sacred area of Largo di Torre Argentina. Temple A devoted to Jutuna. Built by Gaius Lutatius Catulus. 3rd century BC. Firs, remains of Temple B. 2nd century BC

Chapel of Saint Thecla of Abeleda. Galicia. Spain
Spain. Galicia. Chapel of Saint Thecla of Abeleda. Exterior

Temple of Antoninus and Faustina. Rome. Italy
Italy. Rome. Temple of Antoninus and Faustina. 141 AD. In the 17th century adapted to the church of San Lorenzo in Miranda. Roman Forum

SOLOMON ( -931 BC). King of the Jews from 970 to 931 BC. Judgment of Solomon. Illustration of the Biblia Sacra. Edited in Frankfurt in 1704. LUTHER, Martin (1483-1546). Miniature Painting. SPAIN

Portrait of Philippe Despont, Pieter van Schuppen, 1694

The Arch of Titus, Rome, Italy on the Via Sacra
The 1st century Arch of Titus, Rome, Italy on the Via Sacra. Date: circa 1902

Picture No. 10858120
Eastern Reef Egret (Ardea sacra sacra) Date:

Franciabigio, Francesco Di Cristofano, called (1482-1525). Holy Family (Sacra Famiglia). Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Oil

Alpine Geology flood evidence Scheuchzer
1731 Copperplate print of alpine geology and recurved strata as evidence of the catastrophe of Noahs Flood. Print is from Johann Jakob Scheuchzers (born August 2nd 1672 - died June 23rd 1733)

Scheuchzer portrait 17th / 18thC naturalist
Johann Jakob Scheuchzer (born August 2nd 1672 - died June 23rd 1733). Swiss traveller naturalist and geologist. Contemporary Folio size Portrait copper engraving at 59 years old (1731)

Eastern Reef Egret. Dark Morph In shallow reef water. Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia
ROY-313 Eastern Reef Egret. Dark Morph - In shallow reef water. Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia Egretta sacra Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display

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"Sacra: Unveiling the Sacred Treasures of Rome and Beyond" Step into the ancient city of Rome, where history intertwines with spirituality. The Arch of Titus stands tall, a testament to the grandeur of this eternal city. As you wander through its magnificent structure, let your senses be captivated by the aroma of frankincense - a scent that has graced sacred rituals for centuries. Frankincense, derived from the luban tree or olibanum-tree known as Boswellia sacra, holds a mystical allure. Its fragrant smoke wafts through temples and shrines, creating an atmosphere conducive to prayer and meditation. From Rome to distant lands, this precious resin has been cherished for its spiritual significance. Intriguingly, even within the walls of Herculaneum's ruins lies evidence of devotion to deities. Lares house gods found in a shrine offer glimpses into ancient Roman households' intimate connection with their divine protectors. Nature too reveals its sacred wonders. Behold the vibrant hues of the sacred kingfisher - Todiramphus sanctus - gracefully perched on branches near water bodies. Its presence symbolizes purity and tranquility in many cultures across time. Artistic expressions also pay homage to sacra throughout history. "Sacra Conversazione, " an oil painting on canvas captures ethereal beauty as heavenly figures gather together in harmonious communion. Meanwhile, an engraving from Turin transports us back in time with intricate details etched onto paper. The Arch of Titus continues to mesmerize visitors with its bas-relief depicting men carrying a menorah – an emblematic representation connecting Jewish heritage and religious symbolism. Even individuals have left their mark on sacra's legacy; Ramon de la Sacra (1798-1871) emerges as one such figure whose contributions shaped our understanding of spirituality during his era.