Monk Collection (#100)

19Th Century Facsimile From The Copy Book Of Vespanianus, A 16Th Century Monk. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

Bernard De Montfaucon, 1655 To 1741. French Benedictine Monk, Scholar And Archaeologist. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Matthew Paris, C. 1200 To 1259. Benedictine Monk, English Chronicler, Artist In Illuminated Manuscripts And Cartographer. From Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

A Monk Scribe Surrounded By Manuscripts And Books Writing At His Desk. After A 15Th Century Work. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

The Fleets Of Monk And De Ruyter In The English Channel, 1666. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green Published London 1893

A Monk At His Desk In A Scriptorium, C. 1200. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J. R
A Monk At His Desk In A Scriptorium, C.1200. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green, Published London 1893

Luther Preaching. Martin Luther, 1483

Lydgate Presenting His Book To King Henry V. John Lydgate Of Bury, C. 1370 To C. 1451. English Monk And Poet. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green, Published London 1893

Illustration By George Cruikshank To Netley Abbey A Legend Of Hampshire. From The Book The Ingoldsby Legends Or Mirth And Marvels By Thomas Ingoldsby, Published 1865

Old Engraving Of A Ship For An Ancient Map Made By A Benedictine Monk About 1740 From The Book The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine May To October 1883

Scriptorium Of A Monastery From The Book The Church Of England A History For The People Published C. 1910
Scriptorium Of A Monastery From The Book The Church Of England A History For The People Published C.1910

James Henry Monk 1784 To 1856 Bishop Of Gloucester And Bristol Engraved By G Parker After J Moore From The Book The National Portrait Gallery Volume Iii Published C1820

Grigory Yefimovich Rasputin 1872 To 1916 1872-1916 Russian Mystic

St. Bernard Of Clairvaux (1090-1153) Preaching The Second Crusade. French Monk. From The Picture By James Archer

Saint Francis Of Assisi, C. 1181-1226. A Wood Carving By Carmona In Museum Of LeAon, Spain

The Monk Almachis Attempting To Stop The Gladiatorial Combat. From The Picture By Professor Ademollo, From The Book The Outline Of History By H.G.Wells Volume 2, Published 1920

George Monck, 1St Duke Of Albemarle 1608 To 1670. English Soldier And Politician. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Matthew Paris C. 1200 - 1259. English Benedictine Monk, Chronicler And Illuminated Manuscripts Artist. Self Portrait Of Himself At Feet Of Virgin And Child. After 13Th Century Manuscript

The South West View Of Jarrow Monastery antique Engraving bucks Views From The Boook Began In 1726, By The Brothers, Samuel & Nathaniel Buck Began Their Task Of Creating A Visual Record Of Ancient

Jarrow Monastery Engraving By J. w. Carmichael
Jarrow Monastery Engraving By J.w. Carmichael

The Marsh Kings Daughter, Illustration From The Golden Wonder Book Published 1934. The Dragon That Guards Buried Treasure Lifted Up His Head And Gazed After The Riders

Friar Oderic Arrives At Purgatory. Odoric Or Oderic Of Pordenone. Italian Late-Medieval Franciscan Friar And Missionary Explorer

Hawaiian Monk Seal (Monachus Schauinslandi) Over Reef, Nr Surface W / Refelctions
Hawaiian Monk Seal (Monachus Schauinslandi) Over Reef, Nr Surface W/ Refelctions

Midway Atoll, Hawaiian Monk Seal Laying In Sand With Eyes Closed, Turquoise Ocean Background

Hawaiian Monk Seal (Monachus Schauinslandi) On Beach With Sand On Face A96G

USA, Hawaiian Monk Seal (Monachus Schauinslandi); Hawaii

USA, Hawaii, Maui, Monk Seal Playing; Molokini

Novice Buddhist monks on the Taungthaman Lake, Mandalay, Myanmar

View of U-Bein Bridge at Dawn, Amarapura, Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Byzantine art. The Monk James (James of Kokkinobaphos) Homilies on the Virgin (12th century). Ascension (centre), David (right, wearing crown) and Isiah (left). Paris, Bibliotheque Nationale

Berthold Schwarz (active 1320). German Franciscan monk and alchemist, supposed to be the first European to discover Gunpowder. Illustration from Le Petit Journal, Paris, 1901

Prayer beads wrapped round the wrist of a red-robed monk near Mongar. There is a special religious significance in having exactly 108 beads in a string

Two monks with barrel on a comic German greetings card. (1 of 2) Date: early 20th century

Father Edmunds walks a shire horse through the fields at Mount Saint Bernard Monastery in Charnwood Forest. July 1958

Father Luke at Mount Saint Bernard in Charnwood Forest is in charge of the monastery pottery. Hes been a monk for 10 years and was previously a bomber pilot in the RAF. July 1958

Letter Q. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Letter Q

Letter O. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Letter O

Letter W. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Letter W

San Bendetto resuscita un fanciullo, 18th century. Creator: Pierre Subleyras
San Bendetto resuscita un fanciullo, 18th century

Englishman at Paris, May 1, 1803. May 1, 1803. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Englishman at Paris, May 1, 1803

Priests and monks in a Korean monastery, or lamasery, 1902. Artist: Walter Hillier
Priests and monks in a Korean monastery, or lamasery, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

The monks of Christchurch expelled, 1209 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
The monks of Christchurch expelled, 1864. Fulk de Cantelupe, (died 7 April 1239) and Henry de Cornhill, (c1135 - c1193) sheriff of Kent, are sent by King John to expel the monks from Christchurch

Madonna and Child in glory with the saints Anthony of Padua and Francis, 1530. Found in the collection of the Musei Capitolini, Rome

The sacred spring in Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Artist: K von Hahn
The sacred spring in Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. In 1903 the monastery, which is associated with St Seraphim, was visited by Tsar Nicholas II and other members of the Russian royal family

Rocky Landscape with Saint Francis, early 17th century. Artist: Abraham Govaerts
Rocky Landscape with Saint Francis, early 17th century. From a private collection

French Revolution 1789: anti-clericalism. Anti-clerical caricature on the confiscation of the wealth of the Church. A monk, representing the Church

Damascus, Syria - Entrance to the House of Saint Ananias
Entrance to the House of Saint Ananias (also called Chapel of Saint Ananias) - an ancient underground structure in Damascus, Syria, alleged to be the remains of the home of Ananias of Damascus

The Church of Saint Simeon Stylites, Aleppo, Syria
The Church of Saint Simeon Stylites, northwest of Aleppo, Syria - a Byzantine church, dating back to the 5th century. Built on the site of the pillar of St

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In the tumultuous year of 1963, a Buddhist monk named Thich Quang Duc made a powerful statement that shook the world. Faced with President Ngo Dinh Diem's oppressive anti-Buddhist measures and his mistreatment of protestors, Duc decided to take drastic action. On June 11th, at an intersection in Saigon, South Vietnam, he committed self-immolation. Captured by photographer Malcolm Browne, the image of Duc engulfed in flames became an iconic symbol of resistance and sacrifice. It served as a stark reminder of the lengths individuals would go to fight for their beliefs and bring attention to injustice. Centuries earlier, another monk left his mark on history through cartography. The Fra Mauro Map from 1460 challenged conventional wisdom by orienting south at the top instead of north. This bold choice showcased the innovative thinking and curiosity present within monastic circles during that time. Monks have often been associated with spiritual practices and devotion throughout history. From Dom Perignon perfecting champagne-making techniques to Coates Plymouth Gin crafted by monks using secret recipes passed down through generations – their dedication has resulted in exquisite creations enjoyed by many. Religious icons also play a significant role in monastic traditions. The Icon of St. Joseph of Arimathea at Glastonbury depicts him holding both the Holy Grail and a staff that miraculously bloomed with flowers – symbols representing faith and divine intervention. Artistic expressions have long captured various aspects of monastic life too. Antonello da Messina's painting "Saint Jerome in his Study" portrays contemplation amidst books and solitude while highlighting intellectual pursuits embraced by monks. Yet not all depictions are serene; some explore folklore or satire like "Woman raising her skirts to scare off the devil. " These images remind us that even those dedicated to spirituality can confront earthly challenges with humor or unconventional methods. Saint John of the Cross exemplifies the resilience and strength found in monastic figures.