12th Collection

Rainbow illustration, by Arthur Ferrier
Illustration of a glamorous lady wearing a rainbow as a shawl

Yuri Gagarin. Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (1934- 1968) in his space helmet. Gagarin became the first person in space when he was launched on Vostok 1 on 12 April 1961

View of Tulloch Castle, Scotland, with pipers
View of Tulloch Castle in the town of Dingwall in the Highlands of Scotland, at the time of a royal wedding between Dom (Prince) Miguel of Braganza (1878-1923), Duke de Viseu

Our Lady of Vladimir. beg. 12th c. Icon moved from Constantinople to Kiev in 1136 and Vladimir in 1155. Iconographic type Eleusa or Virgin of Tenderness. Byzantine art. Tempera on wood. RUSSIA

Yuri Gagarin onboard Vostok 1
Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin in the cabin of Vostok 1, the spacecraft in which he became the first person to orbit the Earth on April 12, 1961

Yuri Gagarin. Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (1934- 1968) in his space helmet. Gagarin became the first person in space when he was launched on Vostok 1 on 12 April 1961

The Illustrated London News Festival of Britain issue
The Festival of Britain exhibition opening, a special number from The Illustrated London News. The front cover was created by Terence Cuneo 1907-1996

Abelard and Heloise
ABELARD AND HELOISE French scholar and nun embracing in the scriptorium

Barbarossa-Era Italy Map
A map of Italy in the reign of Holy Roman Emperor Friedrich I, known as Barbarossa

The 12th Century Castle at Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim, N. I by E. Nagele

King George VI - Coronation Souvenir Postcard
King George VI (1895-1952), Elizabeth, Queen consort of the United Kingdom and the Dominions (1900-2002) (later, Queen Elizabeth)

British Military Recruitment Poster - Inter-war period
Recruitment poster printed by Gale and Polden Limited, 1920. Associated with the 12th Lancers (Prince of Wales s). Wanted, smart and intelligent young men to join this distinguished regiment

Copy made in Cairo in 1456 of the world map prepared by the Arab geographer Muhammad al-Idrisi (1100-1165) for Roger II (1095-1154) King of Sicily from 1130. In this map, North is at the bottom

Bronze head with beaded crown and plume. 12th-14th c. King of Oni, king of Ife. Yoruba art. Sculpture on bronze. UNITED KINGDOM. London. The British Museum. Proc: NIGERIA. Ife

Soviet poster commemorating Yuri Gagarin
Soviet poster commemorating the first manned spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin on 12th April 1961. Gagarins flight lasted 108 minutes

Geoffrey Plantagenet, Count of Anjou. circa 1151

Winston Churchill in Bristol, 1941
Winston Churchill visits bomb-damaged Bristol on 12th April 1941, during World War Two. Date: 12th April 1941

King Edward VIII as Admiral of the Fleet by John St. Helier
King Edward VIII (1894-1972), later Duke of Windsor, painted by John St. Helier Lander in the robes of Admiral of the Fleet and as Sovereign of The Order of the Garter

Warwick Castle 1760
The finest mediaeval castle in England. The present stone castle beig built in the 12th century. Ceasars Tower, Guys Tower & the Gatehouse are all depicted

Richard I of England, known as Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199). King of England (1189-1199). Crusader forces praying before going into battle. Gustave Dore engraving

Appleby Castle, Westmld
Appleby Castle, Westmoreland (now Cumbria) : the keep, seen on the right, dates from the 12th century

The Pope Urban II consecrates the altar of the church of the Cluny abbey (1085). Miniature of 12th c. Romanesque art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Bamburgh Castle, perched on a basalt outcrop on the edge of the North Sea at Bamburgh, Northumberland, it played a great part in the Border Wars (with Scotland)

The Battle of the Standard, aka the Battle of Northallerton, 22 August 1138, Cowton
KW1219746 The Battle of the Standard, aka the Battle of Northallerton, 22 August 1138, Cowton Moor near Northallerton, Yorkshire, England

Launch of Vostok 1 spacecraft, 1961
Launch of Vostok 1 spacecraft. Close-up of the exhaust flames of the rocket launching Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (1934-1968) into orbit from Baikonur, Kazakhstan, on 12 April 1961

Backwell, Somerset
Attractive rural view looking down on the village of Backwell, Somerset, near Bristol, the scene dominated by the tower of the impressive 12th century medieval Parish Church

Field Officer of the 12th Royal Lancers
Field Officer (any officer from the rank of Lieutenant Colonel upwards) from the 12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales). Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Madocs Voyage / America
Prince Madoc Ab Owain Gwynedd of Wales is said to have landed at Mobile Bay, Alabama in the 12th century, based on medieval texts and a Cherokee tale of people called Welsh

Saladin, Sultan of Egypt and Syria
Salah Ad-Din Yusuf Ibn Ayyub, known as Saladin, Muslim Sultan of Egypt and Syria (reigned 1174-1193)

H. M.s Curacoa 1865
Conflicts with the savages of the New Hebrides, South Pacific Ocean. Boats of the Curacoa landing sailors and marines. A landing party of 180 seamen and marines, commanded by Captain Dent

The astronomers waiting for the eclipse
The eclipse expedition in India to observe the total eclipse of the sun. Mr. Norman Lockyer is shown seated a little to the left beneath the umbrella

H. M.s Curacoa 1865
Conflicts with the savages of the New Hebrides, South Pacific Ocean. H.M.S Curacoa shelling the native villages on the island of Tanna

Stela of Amenemhat I. Table offering. 12th Dynasty. Middle K
Amenemhat I. 1st King. 12th Dynasty (1991-1962 BC). Middle Kingdom. Limestone, painted, stela of Amenemhat. Table offerings. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Palace of the Normans. Byzantine mosaics at the Palatine Cha
Italy. Sicily. Palerm. Palace of the Normans. Byzantine mosaics at the Palatine Chapel. Christ with Saint Peter and Paul above the throne stage. 12 th century

Eccles Tower, Norfolk, England. Photograph of the tower, with silhouetted figure bottom right. Eccles Tower is the round tower, circa 12th of the church of Eccles St Mary next the Sea

Syria. Krak des Chevaliers. Castle built in the twelfth century by the Knights Hospitaller during the Crusades to the Holy Land

Saint Humbeline
SAINT HUMBELINE sister of Bernard of Clairvaux, who wrote her letters reproaching her for her worldly lifestyle so she left her husband and became a nun Date: 12th century

Silhouettes of a fox hunt in the York and Ainsty country
Black and white silhouette pictures by Captain H L Oakley in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 12th December 1925

Tapestry of Creation. 1st half 12th c. Romanesque

Fatimid period (10th-12th c. ). Islamic art. Miniature
Fatimid period (10th-12th c.). Islamic art. Miniature

West Dereham Abbey
The ruins of the Abbey at West Dereham, Norfolk, England. These remains were once the Abbey Church. Date: 12th century

Sir Edmund Hillary and wife Louise, returning from Everest expedition

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England, Hampshire, Portsmouth, Portchester Castle showing the Norman 12th Century Tower and 14th Century Keep within the Roman 3rd Century Saxon Shore Fort

The Death Of Simon De Montfort After Being Struck On The Head By A Stone At The Siege Of Toulouse. Simon Iv De Montfort, Seigneur De Montfort-L amaury, 5Th Earl Of Leicester, 1160 To1218

Lol. 651, Antrim Town, 12Th July 1931
Lol.651, Antrim Town, 12Th July 1931 - a view of a band and onlookers on the road in Antrim, outside a shop. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s

Italiy. Venice. Saint Marks Basilica. Noahs Ark. Mosaic. 1
Noah free the animals of the ark, Mosaic from the Pala d Oro or Golden Altar 12th-14th centuries. Saint Marks Basilica. Venice. Italy

Romanesque Art. France. 12th century. Moissac Abbey. Tympanum of the south-west portico. Tetramorph and Pantocrator

Alfonso II of Aragon and Alfonso VIII of Castile in the sieg
Alfonso II of Aragon and I of Catalonia, the Chaste (1154-1196), king of the Crown of Aragon (1162-1196) and Alfonso VIII, called El de las Navas (1155-1214), king of Castile (1158-1214)

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Richness of the 12th Century" Step into a world of vibrant colors and imagination with Arthur Ferrier's captivating rainbow illustration. 🌈 Marvel at the divine beauty of Our Lady of Vladimir, an iconic 12th-century religious artifact that continues to inspire awe and devotion. Transport yourself to Tulloch Castle in Scotland, where the enchanting sound of bagpipes fills the air, taking you back to a bygone era. Discover the timeless love story of Abelard and Heloise, whose passionate romance transcended societal norms in the 12th century. Witness history unfold as King George VI ascends to his coronation, immortalized on a treasured souvenir postcard from this momentous event. Embark on a journey through Barbarossa-era Italy with an ancient map that reveals secrets from centuries past. Uncover the fascinating life of Geoffrey Plantagenet, Count of Anjou, whose legacy shaped medieval Europe during this remarkable period. Experience Yuri Gagarin's groundbreaking voyage aboard Vostok 1 as he becomes humanity's first-ever cosmonaut in space – a triumph for all mankind. Admire King Edward VIII as Admiral of the Fleet captured brilliantly by John St. Helier – an image that exudes power and authority. Join Winston Churchill in Bristol during World War II as he delivers his inspiring speeches, rallying hope amidst dark times. Delve into Muhammad al-Idrisi's intricate world map meticulously copied in Cairo in 1456 – a testament to human curiosity and exploration. Behold a stunning bronze head adorned with beaded crown and plume from between the 12th-14th centuries – an exquisite piece showcasing artistic craftsmanship at its finest. The richness and diversity encapsulated within these hints offer glimpses into various aspects that defined one extraordinary century - The Twelfth Century.