“Saint Cecilia, Patroness of Musicians”. Museum quality 19th century French painting on canvas depicting this beautiful representation of Saint Cecilia. (Cecilia also spelled Cecily). Virgin and martyr, is the second most popular Catholic saint and the patroness of music. Legend has it that while she was being wed, she heard beautiful music coming from heaven. [Continue]
Representation of the different Ways to Everlasting Life or Eternal Damnation religious broadside, Pennsylvania, c. Vividly depicting paths to heaven and hell, this rare image was printed by G. Peters in Harrisburg, PA for the German immigrant community and presents a stark picture of religion in America. Libertines and lawyers, musical and legal instruments in [Continue]