Swaddling Clothes Collection

A young mother holding her infant child, 1850
3477988 A young mother holding her infant child, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young mother holding her infant child, whilst two strangers admire the baby)

The Antichrist, 19th century (engraving)
2102128 The Antichrist, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Literature. "The Antichrist". Monster. Long hears, long nose)

A young mother holding her infant child, 1850
3478132 A young mother holding her infant child, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young mother holding her infant child, whilst other family members admire the baby)

Madonna of Humility, 1544. Creator: Jan Sanders van Hemessen
Madonna of Humility, 1544. The nursing Virgin Mary is based on a Byzantine icon, but also on the direct observance of a mother with her baby. Everyday intimacy is coupled with Christian symbolism

Inhabitants of the Kingdom of Naples, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Inhabitants of the Kingdom of Naples, 1860. Italians in regional costume....our Artist has made a picturesque grouping of some of the inhabitants of the kingdom of Naples

Portrait of a young woman with three children, 1650-1677. Creator: Wallerant Vaillant
Portrait of a young woman with three children, 1650-1677

Portrait of Swaddled Twins: The Early-Deceased Children of Jacob de Graeff and Aeltge Boelens, c1617 Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Swaddled Twins: The Early-Deceased Children of Jacob de Graeff and Aeltge Boelens, c.1617

Roman Peasants Going to Market, 1837. Creator: Jorgen Sonne
Roman Peasants Going to Market, 1837

The Adoration of the Shepherds, 1805. Creator: Benjamin West
The Adoration of the Shepherds, 1805

"The Adoration of the Shepherds" by Velasquez, 1854. Creator: Unknown
"The Adoration of the Shepherds" by Velasquez, 1854. Painting newly acquired by the National Gallery in London, and thought at the time to be by Velazquez

The Bohemian Woman, 1651/58. Creator: Cornelis de Visscher
The Bohemian Woman, 1651/58

The Nativity, 1858. Creator: Arthur Hughes
The Nativity, 1858

Box in the Form of a Swaddled Dog, England, c. 1770. Creator: Unknown
Box in the Form of a Swaddled Dog, England, c. 1770

Scenes from the Life of Saint John the Baptist, 1490 / 95. Creator: Bartolomeo di Giovanni
Scenes from the Life of Saint John the Baptist, 1490/95

The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, About 1525. Creator: Unknown
The Birth of Saint John the Baptist, About 1525

Birth of Saint Benedict, 1687-1717. Creator: Giacomo-Maria Giovannini
Birth of Saint Benedict, 1687-1717

The Eleven Ages of Man, mid 17th century. Creator: Gerhard Altzenbach
The Eleven Ages of Man, mid 17th century

The Eleven Ages of Woman, mid 17th century. Creator: Gerhard Altzenbach
The Eleven Ages of Woman, mid 17th century

The Flight into Egypt; the Holy Family walking together, Saint Joseph pointing to the left and the Virgin carrying the infant Christ, an angel in front of her offering a flower, after Reni, ca

Portrait of the newborn Federigo di Urbino, 1605
AII79411 Portrait of the newborn Federigo di Urbino, 1605 by Barocci or Baroccio, Federico Fiori (c.1535-1612); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple
FTB61116 The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple by Bellini, Giovanni (c.1430-1516); Galleria Querini-Stampalia, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Wet-Nurse
FTB60693 The Wet-Nurse by Longhi, Pietro (c.1701-85); Ca Rezzonico, Museo del Settecento, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Ms 108 fol. 168 The Nativity, from a Bible (vellum)
XIR244120 Ms 108 fol.168 The Nativity, from a Bible (vellum) by French School, (12th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Amiens, France; French, out of copyright

The Nativity, detail of the Virgin and Child, the donkey and Joseph, 1303-05 (fresco) (post restoration)
ALI169195 The Nativity, detail of the Virgin and Child, the donkey and Joseph, 1303-05 (fresco) (post restoration) by Giotto (Giotto di Bondone) (c.1266-1337); Scrovegni (Arena) Chapel, Padua

Madonna and Child, 1907-08 (tempera on panel)
WAG168494 Madonna and Child, 1907-08 (tempera on panel) by Stokes, Marianne (1855-1927); 80x60 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; eWolverhampton Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

The Manger by Gertrude Kasebier, 1899 (platinum print)
2622405 The Manger by Gertrude Kasebier, 1899 (platinum print) by KAasebier, Gertrude (1852-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manger (Ideal Motherhood) by Gertrude Kasebier (American)

Ms 558 f. 26v The Presentation in the Temple, depicted in an historiated initial
BAT88931 Ms 558 f.26v The Presentation in the Temple, depicted in an historiated initial S, detail from a Missal, early 1430s (vellum) (detail of 78832) by Angelico

Triptych of the Madonna of the Misericordia, 1473 (oil on panel) (detail)
KAB143836 Triptych of the Madonna of the Misericordia, 1473 (oil on panel) (detail) by Vivarini, Bartolomeo (1432-99); Santa Maria Formosa, Venice, Italy; eDario Grimaldi; Italian, out of copyright

Presentation in the Temple, c. 1465 (vellum)
MMT200310 Presentation in the Temple, c.1465 (vellum) by Girolamo da Cremona (fl.1467-75); 11x7.5 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Presentation du Christ au Temple; ); Italian

The Infant Savior, c. 1460. Creator: Andrea Mantegna
The Infant Savior, c. 1460

L adoration des bergers. Creator: Jean Morin
L adoration des bergers

The Sojourn of the Holy Family in Egypt, from The Life of the Virgin, after 1511

Visit of the Nursemaid, 1633. Creator: Abraham Bosse
Visit of the Nursemaid, 1633

La Madonna del Latte, 1815. Creator: Raphael Morghen
La Madonna del Latte, 1815

The Flight into Egypt; the holy family walking with the young John the Baptist, trees behind them, in an octagonal frame, after Reni, ca. 1720-86

The Adoration of the Shepherds, 1374. Creator: Bartolo di Fredi
The Adoration of the Shepherds, 1374

The Birth and Naming of Saint John the Baptist, 1450-60. Creator: Sano di Pietro
The Birth and Naming of Saint John the Baptist, 1450-60

The Nativity, ca. 1350. Creator: Puccio di Simone
The Nativity, ca. 1350

The Newborn Baby, 1675. Creator: Matthys Naiveu
The Newborn Baby, 1675

Waking Up The Duke Of Anjou, (1885). Illustration from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, (Paris, 1885)

Adoration of the Shepherds, c1808. Mary, Joseph, the Shepherds and the Christ child in swaddling bands in the stable. From the Bible (Luke 2.16)

Flight into Egypt, 1423. Artist: Gentile da Fabriano
Flight into Egypt, 1423. Scene from the Bible (Matthew 2). Predella panel from Gentile da Fabrianos (c1385-1427) altarpiece Adoration of the Magi

The Holy Family with the Porridge Bowl, ca. 1580-ca. 1614. Creator: Raffaello Guidi
The Holy Family with the Porridge Bowl, ca. 1580-ca. 1614

The Nativity, panel from the The Verduner Altar, 1181 (champleve enamelwork)
XAM93765 The Nativity, panel from the The Verduner Altar, 1181 (champleve enamelwork) by Nicholas of Verdun (fl.1181-1205); Klosterneuburg Monastery, Austria; Ali Meyer; Netherlandish

Adoration of the Shepherds (oil on canvas)
XIR911 Adoration of the Shepherds (oil on canvas) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); 107x131 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Adoration of the Shepherds, 1628 (oil on canvas)
XIR898037 The Adoration of the Shepherds, 1628 (oil on canvas) by Champaigne, Philippe de (1602-74); 397x247 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon, France; (add.info.: Adoration des bergers); French

The Foundling Nursery (litho)
XIR71726 The Foundling Nursery (litho) by Marlet, Jean Henri (1771-1847); 18x26 cm; Musee de l Assistance Publique, Hopitaux de Paris

The Presentation in the Temple (oil on canvas)
XIR409211 The Presentation in the Temple (oil on canvas) by Lafosse, Charles de (1636-1716); Musee d Art Thomas Henry, Cherbourg, France; (add.info.: Presentation au Temple; ); French

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"Swaddling Clothes: A Glimpse into the Sacred and Everyday" Step back in time to witness the profound significance throughout history. In Arthur Hughes' masterpiece, "The Nativity, " we are transported to Bethlehem, where baby Jesus is tenderly wrapped in these humble garments. The delicate folds symbolize both his vulnerability as an infant and his divine purpose. Traveling further back, a mysterious box from 18th-century England captures our attention. Shaped like a swaddled dog, this enigmatic artifact hints at the enduring tradition of wrapping infants tightly for comfort and security. Bartolomeo di Giovanni's exquisite artwork takes us on a journey through "Scenes from the Life of Saint John the Baptist. " Amongst these captivating scenes lies one depicting Saint John being lovingly swathed in swaddling clothes—a testament to his future role as a prophet. Similarly, an anonymous artist's portrayal of "The Birth of Saint John the Baptist" showcases how this ancient practice transcends time and culture. Swathed in cloth, he emerges into a world filled with hope and promise. Giacomo-Maria Giovannini's depiction of "Birth of Saint Benedict" transports us to another era when newborns were gently enveloped in soft fabrics. This act not only provided warmth but also represented their entry into earthly existence. Gerhard Altzenbach invites us to explore life's stages through his remarkable works—"The Eleven Ages of Man" and "The Eleven Ages of Woman. " Swaddling clothes make their appearance during infancy, reminding us that every individual begins their journey cocooned within love and protection. Intriguingly different yet equally significant is Joseph pointing outwards while walking alongside Mary and Jesus during their flight into Egypt—an image captured beautifully in "The Flight into Egypt; The Holy Family Walking Together. " Here, we see how even amidst turmoil, swaddling clothes serve as a constant reminder of familial unity and strength.