Preparation Of The Crucifixion, Photo Glass Plaque, Black & White, 8.5X10 Cm
This plate comes from a private collection that belonged to a photographer collaborating with the Maison de la Bonne Presse. Founded in July 1873, Maison de la Bonne Presse was an important French publishing house. It had this name until 1969, before becoming Bayard Presse in 1970, in order to modernize its image. At the summit of Golgotha, the scene is prepared in macabre agitation. Soldiers erect the crosses using ropes and ladders, while on the ground rests the heavy cross that Jesus has just carried. Around, the crowd is agitated: some observe, others prepare for the act. In the center, two half-naked men, future companions in torture, await their fate. Everything in this rocky setting announces the proximity of the drama: the imminent crucifixion of Christ. A suspended moment where t.
The Baptism Of Jesus, Photo Glass Plaque, Black & White, Positive 8.5×10 Cm
This plaque comes from a private collection that belonged to a photographer collaborating with the Maison de la Bonne Press. Founded in July 1873, the Maison de la Bonne Press was an important French publishing house. She bore this name until 1969, before becoming Bayard Press in 1970, in order to modernize her image. In a rocky gorge, at the edge of the waters of the Jordan, John the Baptist, draped in a simple tunic, raises his hand to perform the sacred gesture. Jesus, standing in the water, his hand placed on his chest, bows with humility, accepting the baptism which marks the beginning of his public mission. Around them, witnesses dressed in cloaks observe the scene with meditation, while a dove descends from heaven, symbol of the Holy Spirit. A solemn moment where heaven and earth u.
1900 NOTRE DAME DE PARIS 16X22CM SILVER PHOTO PRINT
With an Art theme, the composition has a nice touch of texture that makes it feel handcrafted.
Jesus Attached to The Cross, Photo Antique, Plate Glass, Black & White,
Founded in July 1873, Maison de la Bonne Presse was an important French publishing house. It had this name until 1969, before becoming Bayard Presse in 1970, in order to modernize its image. On Golgotha, the scene is filled with tension and pain. The body of Christ is nailed to the wood, his arms extended on the beam, while the executioners work brutally. One hits the hammer, another holds his legs, a third stretches the rope to straighten the tortured person. A crowd gathers around: Roman soldiers, curious people, religious leaders, and a few collapsed disciples. A ladder is already erected, announcing the installation of the crucified. This image condenses the moment of the ultimate sacrifice: the encounter between human violence and the divine offering, a prelude to the redemptive myste.