Monk Collection (#95)

Figures Village Inn company country folk Farmers company
Figures before a Village Inn, A company of country folk, Farmers company. Cheerful company with a group of men playing card games at a table on a terrace in front of an inn

St Jerome penitent saint Jerome book table wilderness
St Jerome, The penitent saint Jerome with a book on a table in the wilderness. On the left a landscape with a horseman, the monk and hermit Jerome (Hieronymus), possible attributes: book

Satire Celibacy monk nun love wicker basket straw
Satire on Celibacy, Satire on Celibacy. A monk and a nun make love on a wicker basket with straw in a tent by the light of a candle. The pope is watching the couple with a lantern

A monk glass hand cellar monk holds wine light
A monk with a glass in his hand in a cellar, In a cellar a monk holds a glass with wine in his hand against the light, monk (s), friar (s), F

St Jerome study Saint Jerome pointing left hand
St Jerome in his study, Saint Jerome in his study, pointing with his left hand to a skull. On his desk there is also an open book in which a miniature of the Last Judgment, books and papers

Praying Monk Monk Devotions praying monk kneeling
Praying Monk (Monk at his Devotions), A praying monk kneeling in front of a desk with a book on it. Jacob Maris, 1864, copper (metal), oil paint (paint), h 21.5 cm × w 15.5 cm d 7.6 cm

Memorial tablet Four canons Saints Augustine
Memorial tablet, Four canons with Saints Augustine and Hieronymus at an open grave with the Visitation, Four regular canons from the chapter of Sion of St

Praying monk G Dou monks friar Michal Plonski
Praying monk after G. Dou, monk (s), friar (s), Michal Plonski, 1807, paper, deck paint, brush, h 442 mm × w 320 mm

holy family worshiped monk dogs friar Charles Le Brun
The holy family worshiped by a monk with a dog, monk (s), friar (s), Charles Le Brun (attributed to), c. 1629 - c. 1690, paper, chalk, h 233 mm × w 276 mm

Standing monk monks friar Eustache Lesueur 1627
Standing monk, monk (s), friar (s), Eustache Lesueur, 1627 - 1655, paper, chalk, h 396 mm × w 244 mm

Coronation Mary Virgin Mary heaven God Christ crowned
Coronation of Mary, The Virgin Mary is in heaven by God and Christ crowned. Above her the Holy Spirit (as a dove). Among them, on earth, four saints in worship

Two satyrs two clergymen landscape clergymen
Two satyrs and two clergymen, Two satyrs with two clergymen in a landscape. The clergymen make repelling gestures and lift a crucifix. In the background a ruin above which angels and devils float

Sitting standing monk hall sitting monk book under
Sitting and standing monk, In a hall there is a sitting monk and a standing monk with a book under his arm. Above the door is a painting and on the right part of a staircase is visible

Brother Felix hits student Monks find student unconscious
Brother Felix hits a student / Monks find the student unconscious, Two representations of one record, monk (s), friar (s), corporal punishment at school: castigating, beating, etc, unconsciousness

Saint Jerome Saint Jerome sleeping cave leans
Saint Jerome, Saint Jerome sleeping in a cave. He leans with his arm and head on a rock with a skull and a crucifix on it. A book is in front of him

Saint Hieronymus crucifix skull wilderness monk
Saint Hieronymus, Saint Hieronymus with a crucifix and a skull in the wilderness. The monk and hermit Jerome (Hieronymus), possible attributes: book, cardinals hat, crucifix, hour-glass, lion, skull

Saint Gregory Great Saint Jerome pray souls purgatory Molte Anime del Purgatorio portate
Saint Gregory the Great and Saint Jerome pray for the souls in purgatory Molte Anime del Purgatorio portate dagli Angeli in Cielo per the pregiere of S. Gregorio I

Reading monk reading book monks friar B. J de Vries jr
Reading monk, reading, book, monk (s), friar (s), B.J. de Vries jr. (signed by artist), c. 1850 - c. 1900, paper, drypoint, h 262 mm × w 329 mm

immortal sennin A'kyAś parody biographies wise men
The immortal (sennin) Okyo A parody of biographies of wise men by courtesans: a series of seven prints (series title) Keisei mitate ressenden - nanaban no uchi (series title on object)

View cave four monks walk grotto monks friar
View of a cave, View of a cave through which four monks walk, cave, grotto, monk (s), friar (s), Martinus Antonius Kuytenbrouwer jr. 1831 - 1897, paper, drypoint, h 324 mm × w 230 mm

Four Church Fathers Saints Ambrosius Gregorius
Four Church Fathers: Saints Ambrosius, Gregorius, Hieronymus and Augustine In Effigiem Quatuor-Virorum (...) Christi optime meritorum (title on object), Four Fathers of the Church: Saints Ambrosius

Departure crusaders title object sainte soldier
Departure of the crusaders The crusaders (title on object) sainte (title on object), A soldier on horseback stands in front of a derelict monastery. A monk with a staff and rosary gestures at him

Monk squeeze glasses profile eyeglasses spectacles
Monk with squeeze glasses in profile, eyeglasses, spectacles, Matthijs Pool (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1680 - 1740, paper, engraving, h 144 mm × w 107 mm

Mar Saba Doorway monk close-up 1934 West Bank
Mar Saba. Doorway with monk, close-up. 1934, West Bank

Mar Saba Doorway monk fellah looking out 1934
Mar Saba. Doorway with monk & fellah looking out. 1934, West Bank

Mar Saba Doorway monk looking out 1934 West Bank
Mar Saba. Doorway with monk looking out 1934, West Bank

Greek Orthodox monk street Jerusalem 1898 Israel
Greek Orthodox monk in street with others, Jerusalem?. 1898, Israel

Greek Orthodox monk convent library presumably
Greek Orthodox monk in a convent library presumably in Jerusalem. 1898, Israel

Greek Orthodox monk 1898 Middle East Israel Palestine
Greek Orthodox monk. 1898, Middle East, Israel and/or Palestine

monk garden Humphry Repton architecture landscape designs
The monks garden, Humphry Repton architecture and landscape designs, 1807-1813, Report concerning the gardens at Ashridge, respectfully submitted to the Earl of Bridgewater, Repton, Humphry

Josaphat Enthroned Speaking Barlaam Dressed Monk
Josaphat Enthroned Speaking to Barlaam Dressed as a Monk; Follower of Hans Schilling (German, active 1459 - 1467), from the Workshop of Diebold Lauber (German, active 1427 - 1467); Hagenau, Alsace

Initial U Monk Scroll Messenger Bologna Emilia-Romagna
Initial U: A Monk with a Scroll and a Messenger; Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 37.5 x 24.8 cm (14 3, 4 x 9 3, 4 in.)

Cornwall. Monk Cowl St. Mary Scilly A. L Coke
Cornwall. The Monks Cowl, St. Mary s, Scilly; A.L. Coke (British, active 1860s); 1860s; Albumen silver print

Verona Sketchbook Monk page 25 1760 Francesco Lorenzi
Verona Sketchbook: Monk (page 25), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787). Black chalk with white heightening; sheet: 32 x 23 cm (12 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)

Verona Sketchbook Monk profile drapery page 87
Verona Sketchbook: Monk in profile with drapery (page 87), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787). Black chalk with white heightening; sheet: 32 x 23 cm (12 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)

Monk Organ Alphonse Legros French 1837-1911 Etching
The Monk at the Organ. Alphonse Legros (French, 1837-1911). Etching

Monk Fountain 1877 Francis Seymour Haden British
Monk at a Fountain, 1877. Francis Seymour Haden (British, 1818-1910). Etching

A Priest Listens To Confession On Ash Wednesday. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1909

Friar Oderic Of Pordenone Holding A Branch From A Tree On Which Birds Grow, Being Shown In Turn By The Local King, The Lamb Tree Of Tartary, Showing A Lamb Emerging

Notker The Stammerer, C. 840 A

Detail Of The Fresco In The Basilica Of St. Bonifaces Abbey, Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Saint Boniface, C. 7Th Century A

Pope Pius Vii, 1742 A

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

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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.