Religion · 19th century
€ 110
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
The print is in good condition, with vivid hand-coloring, minimal discoloration, slight edge wear but no visible major tears or stains. Perfect for display purposes. Please study the image carefully.
Dominicaine Religious Order Portrait – Handcolored Antique Print, 1862
This captivating handcolored lithograph, titled Dominicaine, is Plate 74 from the second edition of the renowned 1862 publication Album ou Collection Complète, et Historique des Costumes de la Cour de Rome. The artwork, drawn by G. Perugini and printed by the Maison Silvestre in Paris, vividly portrays a Dominican nun engrossed in study at a small wooden table, embodying the contemplative and scholarly traditions of the Dominican Order.
Founded by Saint Dominic in 1216, the Dominican Order (Order of Preachers) is dedicated to prayer, study, and the dissemination of theological teachings. The nun depicted is dressed in the classic Dominican habit: a white tunic symbolizing purity, covered by a black mantle representing penance. This costume remains in use today among Dominican nuns and sisters worldwide, including in active convents across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
Dominican nuns have historically been pivotal in preserving Christian teachings and cultural heritage, contributing to education and healthcare. Their tradition of study and dedication is reflected in this serene and detailed portrayal, making this piece not just an artwork but a window into ecclesiastical history.
This print stands out for its vibrant handcoloring and the precise depiction of the costume and setting. It offers collectors a unique glimpse into 19th-century religious iconography and its enduring legacy.
Introduction Text Translation:
A powerful interest is attached to the name of Rome, an interest even greater in the name of Christ. Rome, through its genius, the vast intelligence of its warriors, orators, and legislators, prepared the cradle where Catholicism was born, grew, developed, and established itself. The history of Catholicism is the history of this great and glorious city among all others.
Virgil said in a truly prophetic verse: “To rule peoples, Roman, remember.” This prophecy received the most glorious, complete developments: all conspired for the glory of the eternal city—its history, its arts, monuments, and the religion from which everything starts and to which everything returns. Yet, no other city in the universe contains such a collection: from the monuments of Augustus' time to those of Sixtus V and Leo XII; from pagan temples to saints’ tombs and martyrs, all illustrate daily the majesty of Catholicism in its splendor.
It was natural to offer the public the tableau of the splendid costumes of the Pontiffs and great dignitaries, as well as those of the humble garments of religious congregations. This is what we retrace in this Album. Amid the religious costumes, we have also included military corps contributing to the harmony of ceremonies. These figures, drawn by the skilled artist G. Perugini, are accompanied by explanatory texts derived from the works of the learned Father Hélyot.
Table of Costumes in English:
1. The Pope in Grand Ceremony
2. Sovereign Pontiff Celebrating Mass
3. His Holiness Receiving
4. Cardinal of the Order of Bishops
5. Cardinal Priest
6. Cardinal Deacon
7. Cardinal in Choir Attire
8. Cardinal in Mozzetta
9. Cardinal in City Habit
10. Bishop in Pontifical Costume
11. Latin Greek Bishop
12. Syrian Bishop
13. Armenian Bishop
14. Conservator of Relics
15. Prelate of the Small Mantle
16. Prelate of the Grand Mantle
17. Ordinary Canon
18. Penitentiary
19. Master of Ceremonies
20. Chamberlain of Honor
21. Interior Valet
22. Prince Assisting the Throne
23. Dean of the Palfreniers
24. Senator and Pages
25. Secret Chamberlain, Knight of Cape and Sword
26. Coadjutor
27. Porter of the Sedia
28. Dean of the Cardinals’ Servants
29. Estafette of the Capitol
30. Noble Guard
31. Civic Guard
32. Officer of the Line
33. Senate Guard
34. Carabinier
35. National Guard
36. General of the Swiss Guard
37. Swiss Guard Officer
38. Swiss Guard Sergeant
39. Swiss Guard Fifer
40. Swiss Guard in Cuirass
41. Swiss in Small Uniform
42. Swiss Drum
43. Franciscan
44. Carthusian
45. Capuchin Friar
46. Jesuit
47. Reformed Redemptorist
48. Servant of the Sick
49. Priest of the Order of Minims
50. Camaldolese Benedictine
51. Dominican
52. Maronite
53. Discalced Carmelite
54. Passionist
55. Discalced Monk
56. Trinitarian
57. Friar of the Pious Schools
58. Monk of Cîteaux
59. Augustinian
60. Sylvestrine
61. Barnabite
62. Regular Canon of Saint-Sauveur
63. Benedictine of Monte Cassino
64. Hermit
65. Minor Regular Cleric
66. Conventual
67. Pilgrim
68. Carmelite
69. Apostoline
70. Augustine
71. Capuchine
72. Dominican
73. Ursuline
74. Redemption Sister
75. Religious of Perpetual Adoration
76. Benedictine
77. Zoccolate
78. Canonesses of Latran
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