Troubador Collection

Peire Vidal / Troubador
Peire Vidal, French troubador of the late 12th, early 13th centuries, entertains the lady Azalais of Roquemartine, from whom he stole a kiss while she slept and had to leave court

The Modern Troubadour, n. d. Creator: Philip William May
The Modern Troubadour, n.d

Minstrel of the reign of Edward I, 1307 (colour litho)
3622193 Minstrel of the reign of Edward I, 1307 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Minstrel of the reign of Edward I, 1307)

Bertrand de Born (chromolitho)
667231 Bertrand de Born (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertrand de Born. French educational card, c 1900.); © Look and Learn

Advertisement for Le Figaro, late 19th century (colour litho)
CHT174188 Advertisement for Le Figaro, late 19th century (colour litho) by Finney, Harry (fl.1875-1925); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; American, out of copyright

Richard I mortally wounded by an Arrow shot by Bertram de Gourdon from the Walls of the Castle of Chilus, 1773. Bertran de Gourdon (fl)

Blondel Sings Beneath Richards Window, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Blondel, under the walls of Richards Prison, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Blondel, under the walls of Richards Prison, c1860, (c1860). Blondel de Nesle (c1155-1202) under the walls of Richard IAEs (1157-1199) Prison

The Fiddler, Study for Central Group in the Wayside Wedding, c1923. Artist: William Newenham Montague Orpen
The Fiddler, Study for Central Group in the Wayside Wedding, c1923. From The Studio Volume 86. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1923]

Der Schenk Von Limburg, ministerial Swabian (mid 13th century) says goodbye to his lady before leaving. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Fol. 82v

Character from Il Trovatore -- Azucena
Depiction of the character Azucena from Verdis grand opera Il Trovatore (The Troubador), first performed in Rome in 1853. The gipsy woman Azucena (a mezzo-soprano or contralto role)

Gottfried von Strassburg, 13th century poet, with his work. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Fol. 364r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Spervogel, poet of the 12th century, offers his lyrics to the Court. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Konrad von Wurzburg, who died in 1287, dictates to a scribe. Fol. 383r. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

The Lute Player (oil on canvas)
XIR173931 The Lute Player (oil on canvas) by Cariani, Giovanni de Busi (c.1485-p.1547); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Strasbourg, France; Italian, out of copyright

Court Jester Entertains
A Court Jester entertains the throng at a medieval dining table

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"Troubadour: A Journey Through Time and Melody" Step into the enchanting world of troubadours, where poetry and music intertwine to captivate hearts throughout history. From the lyrical verses of Peire Vidal to the ministerial Swabian melodies in Der Schenk Von Limburg, these troubadours have left an indelible mark on our cultural heritage. The image of The Modern Troubadour by Philip William May reminds us that this timeless art form continues to thrive even in contemporary times. As we delve further into history, we encounter the Minstrel of the reign of Edward I, whose colorful lithograph transports us back to a bygone era. Bertrand de Born's chromolitho portrait exudes passion and intensity, reflecting his reputation as one of the most influential troubadours. Meanwhile, an advertisement for Le Figaro from the late 19th century showcases how troubadour culture permeated everyday life during that period. Legends come alive through illustrations such as Richard I being mortally wounded by Bertram de Gourdon's arrow or Blondel serenading beneath Richard's prison window. These tales remind us of the power music holds over emotions and storytelling. Intriguingly, troubadours were not limited to poets alone; artists like William Newenham Montague Orpen depicted them in their works too. His portrayal of The Fiddler captures both their musical talent and their role in celebrations like weddings. Gottfried von Strassburg stands proudly with his work—a testament to his contribution as a 13th-century poet who elevated troubadour traditions. And let us not forget Spervogel, a poet from the 12th century who offered his heartfelt lyrics to those willing to listen. Through these glimpses into history and artistry, we are reminded that troubadours were more than mere entertainers—they were keepers of stories, emotions, and the human experience.