1291 Collection

Holy House of Loreto
The house of Mary, mother of Jesus, is miraculously transported from Nazareth, first to Tersate, then to Loreto in Italy, where it remains to this day

Eleanor of Provence
ELEANOR OF PROVENCE Queen of Henry III & mother of Edward I of England. She was joint governor in 1253 & organised military action

Coat of arms of various cantons of Switzerland (colour litho)
3643225 Coat of arms of various cantons of Switzerland (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coat of arms of various cantons of Switzerland)

Inscriptions (colour litho)
2796431 Inscriptions (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inscriptions. Illustration for A Manual of British Archaeology by Charles Boutell (Lovell Reeve)

The Valley and Town of Schwytz, the Birthplace of the Swiss Confederation, 1291 (engraving)
1591789 The Valley and Town of Schwytz, the Birthplace of the Swiss Confederation, 1291 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Valley and Town of Schwytz)

Royal tomb of Peter III of Aragon (1240-1285) by Bartomeu
Peter III of Aragon (1240-1285). Called the Great. King of Aragon, Valencia and Sicily and Count of Barcelona. Royal tomb of Peter III by Bartomeu de Girona (13th-14th centuries)

Jean Cholet, Cardinal
JEAN CHOLET French churchman, cardinal who was born and died at Beauvais. Date: ? - 1281 or 1291

Santa Casa, Loreto
THE SANTA CASA, LORETO 1291 : Marys house flies from Nazareth to Tersat, then 1294 first to Picenum then Loreto, where in 1534 it is housed within this basilica

Cangrande or Can Francesco della Scala, lord of Verona.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th

Can Francesco Dellascala
CAN FRANCESCO DELLA SCALA Italian ruler of Verona, known as Cangrande Date: 1291 - 1329

SWISS CONFEDERATION, 1291. The foundation of the Swiss Confederation, the swearing of the oath in the meadow of Rutli, 1 August 1291

SWISS CONFEDERATION, 1291. The foundation of the Swiss Confederation, the swearing of the oath in the meadow of Rutli, 1 August 1291

Third Crusade
The Siege of Acre, from a 14th century French manuscript, circa 1190. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Hospitallers: Order of the Hospital of St John of Jerusalem: Religious military order founded 11th century to care for sick pilgrims in Jerusalem. After siege of Acre (1291) moved to Cyprus

Seti I, Pharaoh
SETI I also known as Meryenptah or Menmaatre or Sethos (19th dynasty) renowned for his ambitious building projects

Rudolf I / Hre / Liz Speyer
EMPEROR RUDOLF I of HABSBURG Holy Roman Emperor and King of Germany (1273-91)

Rudolf I Elected 1273
Rudolf von Hapsburg (1218- 1291) is elected Holy Roman Emperor

Henry III & Eleanor
HENRY III King of England 1216 - 1272 With Queen Eleanor (of Provence) 1223 - 1291

Crusades / Acre Defended
Guillaume de Clermont tries to defend Acre, the last Christian possession in Palestine, but it falls to Sultan Malek al Aschraf

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"1291: A Tapestry of History Unveiled" Step into the enchanting world of 1291, where history weaves a captivating tale. From the revered Holy House of Loreto to the vibrant Coat of Arms adorning various cantons of Switzerland, this era is brimming with rich symbolism and heritage. Eleanor of Provence, a queen whose grace knew no bounds, left her mark on this period through exquisite Inscriptions that still mesmerize us today. As we delve deeper, an engraving transports us to The Valley and Town of Schwytz - the very birthplace where the Swiss Confederation took its first breaths in unity. Marvel at the Royal tomb of Peter III of Aragon by Bartomeu; it stands as a testament to his legacy and power during these transformative times. Meanwhile, Jean Cholet, Cardinal extraordinaire, leaves an indelible impression with his unwavering devotion to faith. The Santa Casa in Loreto beckons pilgrims from far and wide with its sacred allure. Its hallowed halls whisper tales untold yet deeply cherished by those who seek solace within its walls. In Verona's embrace lies Cangrande della Scala - a lord whose influence reverberates through time. His story intertwines with Can Francesco Dellascala's journey towards shaping history itself. As our gaze shifts forward in time, Bohmer Franz unveils hidden secrets within Poznan Castle - mysteries concealed beneath layers upon layers. And then there is Joachim von Ribbentrop's official apartment in Berlin-Mitte; it serves as a silent witness to political intrigue that unfolded during these tumultuous years. Join us on this extraordinary voyage through 1291 as we uncover forgotten treasures and rediscover pivotal moments etched forever in history's annals. Let your imagination soar amidst these vivid glimpses into a world long past but never forgotten.