7th Century Collection

EGYPT: COPTIC ART: CHRIST and abbot Mena. Painting on wood, 7th century A. D
EGYPT: COPTIC ART: CHRIST and abbot Mena. Painting on wood, 7th century A.D

SAINTS SERGIUS AND BACCHUS. Byzantine icon of Saint Sergius and Saint Bacchus, 7th century A.D

SAINT JOHN CLIMACUS (550-649). Abbot of Mount Sinai. St John Climacus at the top rung of his Ladder of Heavenly Ascent. A late 12th century icon from Sinai

View of Jerusalem from The Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Page of illuminated text from the Gospel of St Luke, c700. Latin text with intricate decoration inspired by Celtic designs. From the Gospel of St Luke, Lindisfarne Gospels

Caliph Umar entering Jerusalem, 637 (engraving)
3647180 Caliph Umar entering Jerusalem, 637 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caliph Umar entering Jerusalem, 637)

Pottery cremation urn, from a grave at Loveden Hill, Lincolnshire, Anglo-Saxon, 6th-7th century
Pottery cremation urn, from a cremation grave in a cemetery at Loveden Hill, Lincolnshire, Anglo-Saxon, 6th-7th century. The urn is decorated with deeply incised chevrons which are filled with

A Chinese celestial sphere of the T ang Dynasty (681-905 A. D. ). Colored engraving
CHINESE CELESTIAL SPHERE. A Chinese celestial sphere of the T ang Dynasty (681-905 A.D.). Colored engraving

Lindisfarne Gospels, Christi autem page. British Museum, c700 AD, (1935). Decorative text to St Matthew, Chap 1.V.18: Christi Autem. Opening of the Christmas Gospel from the Lindisfarne Gospels

West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village, Bury St Edmund s, Suffolk. A reconstruction of an early Anglo-Saxon village from c420-650 excavated on the site

Sensi-ji Temple in Tokyo at night, seen through cherry blossom, Tokyo, Japan, Asia

Anasazi Ruins, Square Tower House, dating from between 600 AD and 1300 AD, Mesa Verde National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Colorado, United States of America, North America

Tourists on a Syracuse City Tour in Piazza Duomo, outside Syracuse Cathedral, Ortigia (Ortygia), Syracuse, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sicily, Italy, Europe

Discovery of the thermal springs of Wildbad Gastein, 680 (engraving)
8625824 Discovery of the thermal springs of Wildbad Gastein, 680 (engraving) by Geiger, Peter Johann Nepomuk (1805-80); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Chilperic II, ca 1900 (illustration)
7422797 King Chilperic II, ca 1900 (illustration); (add.info.: History. France. Chilperic II (670-721), king of Francks. Imagery, France, ca 1900.); © Archives Charmet.

Map showing the beginnings of the Moslem Power, 7th century. (print)
7420043 Map showing the beginnings of the Moslem Power, 7th century. (print); (add.info.: Map showing the beginnings of the Moslem Power, 7th century. From the book Outline of History by H.G)

Vase of vitrified ceramic, 7th-10th century (ceramic)
AIS5337327 Vase of vitrified ceramic, 7th-10th century (ceramic); Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, USA; (add.info.: Vase of ceramic vitrifies. 7th-10th century. Kansas City)

Portrait of King Visigoth Tulga, 7th century (engraving)
AIS5365843 Portrait of King Visigoth Tulga, 7th century (engraving); © Iberfoto.

King Dagobert I wonder when the goldsmith Saint Eloi presented his throne (engraving)
5944542 King Dagobert I wonder when the goldsmith Saint Eloi presented his throne (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

The lazy kings in a cart by oxen (engraving)
5944523 The lazy kings in a cart by oxen (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraving The lazy kings showed themselves in public ceremonies in a cart dragged by oxen Special Collection)

Map showing the growth of the Moslem power in 25 years from 632 - 656. , 1936
7125145 Map showing the growth of the Moslem power in 25 years from 632 - 656. , 1936; (add.info.: Map showing the growth of the Moslem power in 25 years from 632 - 656)

Columbanus preaching to the Alemanni, 7th Century (engraving)
8626646 Columbanus preaching to the Alemanni, 7th Century (engraving) by Hoffmann, Anton (1863-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Irish missionary Columbanus preaching to the Alemanni)

Portrait of Saint Augustine (354-430), 7th century (fresco)
DEX5040800 Portrait of Saint Augustine (354-430), 7th century (fresco); (add.info.: Library of the Lateran Palace, Rome. Italy, 7th century)

King Dagobert I (605-639), Merovingian king of the Franks, 629 to 634 lays the first stone of the Basilica of Saint
ELD4848573 King Dagobert I (605-639), Merovingian king of the Franks, 629 to 634 lays the first stone of the Basilica of Saint Denis (Saint Denis) in the presence of Saint Eloi de Noyon

French West Indies - French Antilles - Fort de France copy of the graved rock
JEB4948812 French West Indies - French Antilles - Fort de France copy of the graved rock, petroglyph of the forest of Mon Travail in Sainte Luce

Reproduction of the original page of the old English manuscript " Beowulf"
NWI4925597 Reproduction of the original page of the old English manuscript " Beowulf", a major epic poem of the Anglo-Saxon literature preserved at the British Museum dates from the 7th

Treasure of Guarrazar. Set of Visigothic gold crowns and crosses (6th - 7th century). Engraving. SPAIN. CATALONIA
CUL4876071 Treasure of Guarrazar. Set of Visigothic gold crowns and crosses (6th - 7th century). Engraving. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona

Votive crown of Recesvinto. 653-672. RECESVINTUS, Flavius (-672). Visigoth King (653-672)
CUL4867807 Votive crown of Recesvinto. 653-672. RECESVINTUS, Flavius (-672). Visigoth King (653-672). Made with gold, gems and pearls. Visigothic art. Jewelry. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY)

Fibule d'arc, art wisigoth, 7th century
CUL4852717 Fibule d'arc, art wisigoth, 7th century by Visigothic, (7th century); Archaeological Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: Fibule d'arc, art wisigoth)

Belt buckles, 6th-7th century
CUL4934232 Belt buckles, 6th-7th century; (add.info.: Visigothic art. Jewelry. Barcelona. Archaeology Museum of Catalonia. SEGOVIA. Duruelo. Duraton necropolis); AIC.

Cross and letters with inlay of precious stones belonging to the Treasury of Torredonjimeno. 7th c
CUL4934340 Cross and letters with inlay of precious stones belonging to the Treasury of Torredonjimeno. 7th c.; (add.info.: Visigothic art. Barcelona. Archaeology Museum of Catalonia.s JAEN)

Representation of Etheldrede d'Ely (or Ethelrede, aethelthryth, Etheldreda, Ediltrudis)
ELD4908478 Representation of Etheldrede d'Ely (or Ethelrede, aethelthryth, Etheldreda, Ediltrudis, Awdrey or Audrey) (636-679)

Representation of Leandre de Seville (died 600) (St Leander or Leandro de Sevilla). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4911746 Representation of Leandre de Seville (died 600) (St Leander or Leandro de Sevilla). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Portrait of Saint Bede the Venerable (Beda Venerabilis) (672-735) Monk and Doctor of the Church (St Bede the Venerable)
ELD4910689 Portrait of Saint Bede the Venerable (Beda Venerabilis) (672-735) Monk and Doctor of the Church (St Bede the Venerable)

Representation of Saint Claude de Besancon (607-699) (Saint Claudius of Besancon called the Thaumaturge)
ELD4908953 Representation of Saint Claude de Besancon (607-699) (Saint Claudius of Besancon called the Thaumaturge). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Beginning of the Gospel according to Saint Luke. Reproduction of the Gospels of Lindisfarne (Lindisfarne Gospels)
NWI4892350 Beginning of the Gospel according to Saint Luke. Reproduction of the Gospels of Lindisfarne (Lindisfarne Gospels)

St. Peter's Church in Monkwearmouth (England), or Benedictine Abbey of Wearmouth Jarrow
NWI4960176 St. Peter's Church in Monkwearmouth (England), or Benedictine Abbey of Wearmouth Jarrow, founded in the 7th century. 19th century lithography.; (add.info.: St)

The Desborough Necklace
3330220 The Desborough Necklace; (add.info.: The Desborough Necklace of Anglo-Saxon England. Dated 7th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Jade mask of the bat god (Bat), from Monte Alban, Mexico, 6th-8th century (jade)
AIS5377143 Jade mask of the bat god (Bat), from Monte Alban, Mexico, 6th-8th century (jade); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City, Mexico; © Iberfoto.

Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne, Saint Aiden or Aedan (died 651) Irish missionary
NWI4940627 Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne, Saint Aiden or Aedan (died 651) Irish missionary, founder of the Monastery of Lindisfarne Island in England in 635, eveque of Northumbria

Anglo-Saxon fine gold buckle
3330425 Anglo-Saxon fine gold buckle; (add.info.: Anglo-Saxon fine gold buckle depicting an Early Christian symbol. Dated 7th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Portrait of Saint Augustine of Canterbury (died 604), evangelizer of the English and first archeveque of Cantorbery
NWI4940403 Portrait of Saint Augustine of Canterbury (died 604), evangelizer of the English and first archeveque of Cantorbery

In Compiegne december 23, 695 : decision given by Childebert III (683-711) : the land of Hodenc-l'Eveque (Oise)
1758155 In Compiegne december 23, 695 : decision given by Childebert III (683-711) : the land of Hodenc-l'Eveque (Oise, France) is given to St Denis abbey; (add.info.: In Compiegne december 23)

Le Roi Dagobert (coloured engraving)
8635213 Le Roi Dagobert (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Roi Dagobert)

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Tartessian Art (Tartessos civilization): gold belt (detail) with an inscription from the tresor of Aliseda, Spain
AIS5342086 Tartessian Art (Tartessos civilization): gold belt (detail) with an inscription from the tresor of Aliseda, Spain, 7th century (stone); Museo Arqueologico Nacional, Madrid

King Dagobert I, ca 1900 (illustration)
7422800 King Dagobert I, ca 1900 (illustration); (add.info.: History. France. Dagobert I, king of Franks. Imagery, France, ca 1900.); © Archives Charmet.

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The 7th century was a time of great cultural and artistic development, as seen in the exquisite Coptic art of Egypt. One remarkable example is a painting on wood depicting Christ and Abbot Mena, showcasing the mastery of this ancient craft. Meanwhile, Saint John Climacus, an influential figure in Christian spirituality, is depicted at the top rung of his Ladder of Heavenly Ascent in a late 12th-century icon. This artwork beautifully captures his spiritual journey and teachings. Moving to Byzantine art, we encounter an iconic representation of Saints Sergius and Bacchus. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring these revered saints to life. From Jerusalem's Mount of Olives, one can marvel at the breathtaking view that has inspired countless pilgrims throughout history. In literature, illuminated texts like the Gospel of St Luke from around 700 AD showcase both religious devotion and artistic skill. Each page tells a story through its meticulously crafted illustrations and calligraphy. Exploring different cultures during this era reveals fascinating artifacts such as an Anglo-Saxon pottery cremation urn found in Lincolnshire. This object provides insight into burial customs during this period. The Lindisfarne Gospels are another treasure from this time – their "Christi autem" page housed at the British Museum showcases intricate designs intertwined with biblical text. Traveling eastward to China brings us face-to-face with a celestial sphere from the Tang Dynasty (681-905 AD). Its colored engravings depict astronomical knowledge combined with artistic flair. Closer to home lies West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village in Bury St Edmunds – an immersive experience allowing visitors to step back into Anglo-Saxon times through reconstructed buildings and archaeological finds. From Asia to America, ancient ruins tell stories spanning centuries. Anasazi Ruins' Square Tower House within Mesa Verde National Park dates back between 600 AD and 1300 AD – offering glimpses into the lives of these ancient inhabitants.