6th 6th 6th Vi Vith Vith Century Collection (#8)

St Gregory sends missionaries to England, 596 (chromolitho)
1093816 St Gregory sends missionaries to England, 596 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Gregory sends missionaries to England, 596)

Charibert I, Frankish King of Paris (engraving)
969117 Charibert I, Frankish King of Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charibert I (c517-567), Frankish King of Paris

Childebert I, Frankish King of Paris (engraving)
969115 Childebert I, Frankish King of Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Childebert I (496-558), Frankish King of Paris

St Genevieve (colour litho)
1092329 St Genevieve (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Genevieve. Patron saint of Paris)

St Jestin ab Geraint (coloured engraving)
821965 St Jestin ab Geraint (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Jestin ab Geraint)

Interior of the Basilica of Sant Appolinare Nuovo, Ravenna, Italy (engraving)
3101241 Interior of the Basilica of Sant Appolinare Nuovo, Ravenna, Italy (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Monogram of Theoderic the Great, King of the Ostrogoths (engraving)
3101239 Monogram of Theoderic the Great, King of the Ostrogoths (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monogram of Theoderic the Great, King of the Ostrogoths)

Saint Brendan (Brandan), heros and Irish saint of the 6th century
GIA4807446 Saint Brendan (Brandan), heros and Irish saint of the 6th century, represents celebrating Mass on the back of the Giant Whale Jasconius

The monks handed over silkworms to the Byzantine emperor Justinian I (483-565)
GIA4805380 The monks handed over silkworms to the Byzantine emperor Justinian I (483-565). The emperor will thus begin the silk trade

Children are entrusted to the monks for education Miniature from the Justinian Code
LRI4668278 Children are entrusted to the monks for education Miniature from the Justinian Code (Codex Justinianus), a collection of laws

Governor palace, 6th century
LRI4679765 Governor palace, 6th century by Mayan (6th-8th century); Uxmal, Yucatan, Mexico; (add.info.: Precolombian art, Mayan civilization)

Byzantine art: oldest map of Palestine. Detail representing Jerusalem
LRI4671585 Byzantine art: oldest map of Palestine. Detail representing Jerusalem. Mosaic of the 6th century. Madaba, Church of St

Portrait of Antonina, wife of Belisarius and her daughter (detail of a mosaic, c. 547)
LRI4674212 Portrait of Antonina, wife of Belisarius and her daughter (detail of a mosaic, c.547) by Byzantine School, (6th century); San Vitale, Ravenna

The four evangelists with the monogram of Christ (mosaic, 494-519)
LRI4674046 The four evangelists with the monogram of Christ (mosaic, 494-519) by Byzantine School, (6th century); Cappella Arcivescovile, Ravenna

View of Bethlehem (mosaic detail, 6th Century)
LRI4674228 View of Bethlehem (mosaic detail, 6th Century) by Byzantine School, (6th century); San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy; (add.info)

Detail of mosaics of the apse, 6th century
LRI4674095 Detail of mosaics of the apse, 6th century by Byzantine School, (6th century); Basilica Sant Apollinare in Classe, Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna

Blessing christ (relief on medalllion, 5th-6th century)
LRI4671479 Blessing christ (relief on medalllion, 5th-6th century) by Paleo-Christian, (5th century); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Early Christian Art)

Pulpit of the archbishop Agnello, 6th century
LRI4671047 Pulpit of the archbishop Agnello, 6th century by Byzantine School, (6th century); Sant Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna

Archaeology of the Middle Ages (Middle Ages). Barbarian art of Lombardy
LRI4646183 Archaeology of the Middle Ages (Middle Ages). Barbarian art of Lombardy: Belt fibule (buckle) in the shape of letter S. Object in gold and polychrome enamel

Episode of the life of Sainte Radegonde (Radegundis) de Poitiers (519-587)
LRI4667047 Episode of the life of Sainte Radegonde (Radegundis) de Poitiers (519-587), wife of Clotaire I, king of the Franks: Radegonde during his charity works serves at the table of the poor

Episode of the life of Saint Radegonde (Radegundis) of Poitiers (519-587)
LRI4667013 Episode of the life of Saint Radegonde (Radegundis) of Poitiers (519-587), wife of Clotaire I, king of the Franks: Radegonde is led by King Clotaire I

Celebration of a wedding at the time of Emperor Justinian (483-565)
LRI4666112 Celebration of a wedding at the time of Emperor Justinian (483-565). Miniature taken from " Justinianus Istitutiones" 14th century Padua, Biblioteca capitolare by Unknown Artist

Architecture: view of mosaics from the apse of the church (Saint Apollinar in class
LRI4626226 Architecture: view of mosaics from the apse of the church (Saint Apollinar in class) Sant Apollinare in Byzantine style class. 549 approx. Ravenna

Borne (or cippe) of the Roman Forum (Foro Romano) found under the arch of Septime Severe
LRI4625464 Borne (or cippe) of the Roman Forum (Foro Romano) found under the arch of Septime Severe. Inscription engraved in Latin. 6th century BC

Bronze mirror with five little globes, Kofun period (250-538)
LRI4630446 Bronze mirror with five little globes, Kofun period (250-538) by Japanese School; Museo d Arte Orientale Edoardo Chiossone, Genoa

Merovingian art: small crosses in gold. 6th century. Museum of National Archaeology of
JLJ4566588 Merovingian art: small crosses in gold. 6th century. Museum of National Archaeology of Saint Germain en Laye by Merovingian (6th century); Musee des Antiquites Nationales, St

Procession of Pope Gregoire I said the Great or the Dialogue (532-604) (right
JLJ4576326 Procession of Pope Gregoire I said the Great or the Dialogue (532-604) (right) at the Chateau Saint Angelo (Castel Sant Angelo) in Rome Wood painting by Giovanni di Paolo (1420-1482)

Triumphal entrance of the King of the Francs Clovis I (466-511) to Tours in 508
JLJ4575604 Triumphal entrance of the King of the Francs Clovis I (466-511) to Tours in 508. Painting by Joseph Robert Fleury (or Robert-Fleury, 1797-1890). Versailles

Representation of Byzantine Impress Theodora, wife of Justinian I (Sculpture)
LRI4582477 Representation of Byzantine Impress Theodora, wife of Justinian I (Sculpture) by Byzantine School, (6th century); Castello Sforzesco, Milan

Merovingian art: belt buckle representing a fantastic animal. Gaul 6th century
JLJ4566818 Merovingian art: belt buckle representing a fantastic animal. Gaul 6th century. National Museum of Archaeology of Saint Germain en Laye by Merovingian (6th century)

Portrait of Justinian I (The Great) (Flavius Petrus Sabbatius Justinianus) (482-565)
GIA4712159 Portrait of Justinian I (The Great) (Flavius Petrus Sabbatius Justinianus) (482-565). Roman Emperor of the Orient. Engraving of the 19th century

Portrait of Clovis I (466-511), King of the Franks. Engraving of the 19th century
GIA4712716 Portrait of Clovis I (466-511), King of the Franks. Engraving of the 19th century. Milanese by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Clovis I (466-511)

Buddha. Gupta Dynasty (320-600 AD) (sculpture)
LRI4731751 Buddha. Gupta Dynasty (320-600 AD) (sculpture) by Indian School; Archaeological Museum, Mathura, India; (add.info.: Indian Art: Buddha (Buddha)

Clovis (481-511) king of the Francs with his second wife Saint Clotilde (Clothilde) queen
GIA4706351 Clovis (481-511) king of the Francs with his second wife Saint Clotilde (Clothilde) queen. Engraving by Lix. by Lix

portrait of Saint Germain. Eveque of Paris in 555 engraving from 1830
GIA4747113 portrait of Saint Germain. Eveque of Paris in 555 engraving from 1830 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: portrait of Saint Germain)

Lombardy crosses of the 6th and 7th century. Museo di Cividale Friuli
GIA4778622 Lombardy crosses of the 6th and 7th century. Museo di Cividale Friuli. by Lombard School (6th century); Biblioteca Civica di Cividale del Friuli, Cividale del Friuli

Saint Clotilde, Queen of the Francs (v. 475-545), wife of Clovis 1st
GIA4758508 Saint Clotilde, Queen of the Francs (v. 475-545), wife of Clovis 1st. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Clotilde, Queen of the Francs (v)

The Basilica of St. Vital (Saint Vital or San Vitale) in Ravenna built in the 6th century
GIA4762890 The Basilica of St. Vital (Saint Vital or San Vitale) in Ravenna built in the 6th century. by Byzantine School, (6th century); San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy; (add.info.: The Basilica of St)

The Palace of Emperor Theodoric the Great. Mosaic of Sant
GIA4762861 The Palace of Emperor Theodoric the Great. Mosaic of Sant Apollinare nuovo (Saint Apollinaire the Neuf) in Ravenna

Saint Benedict gives the rule to the monks (Benedict gives the rule to the monks
LRI4694989 Saint Benedict gives the rule to the monks (Benedict gives the rule to the monks) fresco of the cloister made by Antonio Bazzi dit il Sodoma (1477 - 1549)

Saint Benedict evangelized the inhabitants of Monte Cassino
LRI4694720 Saint Benedict evangelized the inhabitants of Monte Cassino, in the background the monks shoot down a statue of Apollo (Fresco, 1497-1498) by Signorelli

Internal view of the church of Saint David built between the 6th and 12th centuries
LRI4654649 Internal view of the church of Saint David built between the 6th and 12th centuries (photography) by Romanesque, (12th century); Church of St

Arrest of Pope Silvere (Silverio) (Pope from 536 to 537)
LSE4335176 Arrest of Pope Silvere (Silverio) (Pope from 536 to 537). Engraving to illustrate Histoire des popes by Maurice Lachatre (1814-1900), librairie du progres, Paris

Portrait of Thierry II (587-613) King of the Francs of Austrasia
XEE4309871 Portrait of Thierry II (587-613) King of the Francs of Austrasia and Burgundy from 595 to 613 - THIERRY II (Theuderic or Theuderich, Theoderic)

Portrait of Thierry I (? - 533), King of Austrasia. 18th century engraving
XEE4413602 Portrait of Thierry I (? - 533), King of Austrasia. 18th century engraving. by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Thierry I ()

Portrait of Clovis, King of the Francs from 481 to 511
XEE4406916 Portrait of Clovis, King of the Francs from 481 to 511. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Clovis)

Thibaut I (Theodebald, ca. 535-555), king of Austrasia, rejecting the offer of
XEE4409102 Thibaut I (Theodebald, ca. 535-555), king of Austrasia, rejecting the offer of the ambassadors of the Byzantine emperor Justinian to abandon the defense of the Ostrogoths

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"Journey through Time: Unveiling the 6th Century's Treasures" Step back in time and witness the captivating moments of the 6th century with these remarkable historical artifacts. From a fresco capturing the last conversation between St. Benedict and St. Scholastica, to a portrait of Emperor Justinian I exuding power and authority, each piece tells its own unique story. Delve into the defeat and death of Didier of Toulouse before Carcassonne through an intricate engraving that brings this significant event to life. Marvel at the Inca Viracocha from Tiahuanaco Classico, showcasing ancient craftsmanship from 500-900 AD. The Staffordshire Hoard reveals stunning helmet elements made from gold and silver, providing a glimpse into medieval opulence. Pope Hormisdas is beautifully depicted in a drawing from "I misteri del vaticano, " offering insight into religious leadership during this era. Witness history unfold as Muhammad embarks on his migration to Medina alongside Abu Bakr, seeking refuge from persecution in Mecca. The prophetic figure's significance is further emphasized by an engraving portraying him as he shapes Islam's future. Boece, an Italian philosopher known for his influential works, comes alive through a detailed drawing by Franco Mistrali. Meanwhile, Buddha emerges gracefully from a terracotta stupa dating back to 400-600 AD—symbolizing peace and enlightenment. Lastly, Antoine Verard's illustration showcases Lancelot du Lac engaged in battle—a testament to chivalry and heroism within King Arthur's court during Gothic art times. These diverse glimpses into the past offer us invaluable insights into different cultures, religions, philosophies—and ultimately remind us of our shared human history across centuries.