8th Century Collection (page 3)

Fan of the Fujiwara period, Heian period (794-1185)
AIS5377870 Fan of the Fujiwara period, Heian period (794-1185); Tokyo National Museum, Japan; (add.info.: Japanese decorative arts.); © Iberfoto.

The servant girls, painting, 706
AIS5386889 The servant girls, painting, 706; (add.info.: The servant girls. Detail of a wall painting, dated 706, located in the tomb of Li Xian Hui (684-701), Princess Yongtai, in Xian (China)

Art chinois, periode Han : Tombe de la Princesse Yongtai, detail montrant les servantes de la princesse
AIS5335885 Art chinois, periode Han : Tombe de la Princesse Yongtai, detail montrant les servantes de la princesse. Fresque, 706Chine, Xian, Tombe de Li Xian Hui .; © Iberfoto.

8th century, Romanesque L' eglise de Betheny, in the village of Betheny, France 1857
5616823 8th century, Romanesque L' eglise de Betheny, in the village of Betheny, France 1857, Illustrated in 'Voyages pittoresques et romantiques'

Miniature representant des iconoclastes jetant des livres au feu. Manuscrit
GIA5036565 Miniature representant des iconoclastes jetant des livres au feu. Manuscrit.; (add.info.: Miniature representant des iconoclastes jetant des livres au feu)

Middle Ages: Saint Mathieu. Reproduction from a manuscript from the 8th - 9th century
NWI4891655 Middle Ages: Saint Mathieu. Reproduction from a manuscript from the 8th - 9th century.; (add.info.: Middle Ages: Saint Mathieu)

CHARLEMAGNE or CHARLES I (742-814). King of the Franks and the Lombards (768-814) and Holy Roman Emperor (800-814)
CUL4859071 CHARLEMAGNE or CHARLES I (742-814). King of the Franks and the Lombards (768-814) and Holy Roman Emperor (800-814). Coronation of Charlemagne as Holy Roman Emperor (800). Engraving

Sacred (Coronation) of Charlemagne (742 - 814) in 800 by Pope Leon III, 19th century (chromolithograph)
ELD4848619 Sacred (Coronation) of Charlemagne (742 - 814) in 800 by Pope Leon III, 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Representation of Wilfrid (wilfrith) of York (633-709). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4913612 Representation of Wilfrid (wilfrith) of York (633-709). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c 750-816), 1840 (engraving)
ELD4886897 Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c 750-816), 1840 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c 750-816)

Saint Boniface (Wynfrid of Wessex or Boniface of Mainz, 680-754), English missionary in Germany baptizing the Germanic
NWI4940588 Saint Boniface (Wynfrid of Wessex or Boniface of Mainz, 680-754), English missionary in Germany baptizing the Germanic people.; (add.info)

The Coronation of Charlemagne as Roman Emperor in 800 by Pope Leo III on Christmas Day
3506128 The Coronation of Charlemagne as Roman Emperor in 800 by Pope Leo III on Christmas Day, from 'Hutchinson's History of the Nations', pub

Le Petit Lavisse - double page illustrated from Le Petit Lavisse (book of History of France)
PCT4298054 Le Petit Lavisse - double page illustrated from Le Petit Lavisse (book of History of France) beg 20th century (engraving); (add.info.: double page illustrated, Carolingian kings)

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Saxons submitting to Charlemagne (748-814) 777. 19th century (lithograph)
535199 Saxons submitting to Charlemagne (748-814) 777. 19th century (lithograph); Universal History Archive/UIG.

St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, accused of adultery, exposed in forest
535097 St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, accused of adultery, exposed in forest, but 5 years later recognized by husband out hunting and innocence acknowledged

St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, who was accused of adultery, exposed in the forest
535094 St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, who was accused of adultery, exposed in the forest

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Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, entering a monastery after being deposed by Charlemagne, 788 (engraving)
8626240 Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, entering a monastery after being deposed by Charlemagne, 788 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tassilo III)

The Pope welcoming Charlemagne to Rome, 774 (engraving)
8626239 The Pope welcoming Charlemagne to Rome, 774 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Adrian I welcoming Charlemagne, King of the Franks)

Pope Leo III crowns the King Charlemagne, 800 (engraving)
6266162 Pope Leo III crowns the King Charlemagne, 800 (engraving); (add.info.: Pope Leo III crowns Charlemagne Emperor of the Romans, December 25, 800 AD. Charlemagne aka Charles the Great, 748-814)

Tapestry. Tournai. History of Charlemagne, battle of Roncevaux (Histoire de Charlemagne: La Bataille de Roncevaux)
7209827 Tapestry. Tournai. History of Charlemagne, battle of Roncevaux (Histoire de Charlemagne: La Bataille de Roncevaux).; Musee de la Tapisserie, Tournai

Goat ceramic sculpture representing the zodiac sign of the goat, Tang period, 618-907 AD (ceramic)
AIS5379421 Goat ceramic sculpture representing the zodiac sign of the goat, Tang period, 618-907 AD (ceramic); National Museum of Chinese History, Beijing; © Iberfoto.

Carolingian art: interior view of the Palatine chapel of Charlemagne in Aachen (Aachen), Germany. 792-805
AIS5351155 Carolingian art: interior view of the Palatine chapel of Charlemagne in Aachen (Aachen), Germany. 792-805.; Aachen, Germany; © Iberfoto.

Merovingian Dynasty: Portrait of Thierry IV (713-737) King of the Franks from 721 to 737 (Theuderic IV or Theuderich)
ELD4919786 Merovingian Dynasty: Portrait of Thierry IV (713-737) King of the Franks from 721 to 737 (Theuderic IV or Theuderich, Theoderic, or Theodoric, merovingian king of the franks)

Invasions of the Moors in the Middle Ages: The Francs led by Charles Martel attacked the Saracens military camp during
NWI4858962 Invasions of the Moors in the Middle Ages: The Francs led by Charles Martel attacked the Saracens military camp during the Battle of Tours (Battle of Poitiers)

Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography
NWI4877446 Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography.; (add.info.: Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

The Battle of Poitiers on 25 October 732 won by Charles Martel (688-741). End of the 19th century (chromolithograph)
ELD4848594 The Battle of Poitiers on 25 October 732 won by Charles Martel (688-741). End of the 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Portrait of Charlemagne (742-814), King of the Franks and Queen Hildegarde of Vintzgau (757-783). engraving
NWI4946046 Portrait of Charlemagne (742-814), King of the Franks and Queen Hildegarde of Vintzgau (757-783). engraving.; (add.info.: Portrait of Charlemagne (742-814)

Charlemagne, Charles the Great, king of Franks, from the family of the Carolingians 1840s (engraving)
UTD4916710 Charlemagne, Charles the Great, king of Franks, from the family of the Carolingians 1840s (engraving); (add.info.: Charlemagne , Charles the Great , king of Franks)

Representation of Saint Bertille or Berthilde de Chelles (died 705/710). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4916350 Representation of Saint Bertille or Berthilde de Chelles (died 705/710). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland
3330245 Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland; (add.info.: Ring brooch with linked hoop from Ireland. Dated 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Charlemagne
1790215 Charlemagne; (add.info.: french emperor Charlemagne attending class by theologian Alcuin at the Palatine school in the 8th century); Photo © CCI.

Pepin the Short anointed as King of the Franks by St Boniface, 751 (engraving)
8626234 Pepin the Short anointed as King of the Franks by St Boniface, 751 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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The book of Kalila wa Dimna, miniature, 14th century
AIS5389814 The book of Kalila wa Dimna, miniature, 14th century; Bayerische Staatsbibliothek, Munich, Germany; (add.info)

Death of Roland at the battle of Roncesvaux Pass, 778. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico after Angelo
FLO4623348 Death of Roland at the battle of Roncesvaux Pass, 778. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico after Angelo Montielli from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Charlemagne becomes king of the Franks after the death of his father Pepin III the brief (714-768)
NWI4944850 Charlemagne becomes king of the Franks after the death of his father Pepin III the brief (714-768) - Charlemagne becomes king of the Franks after the death of his father, Pepin III

Representation of Saint Willibrord of Utrecht (658-739) Engraving 19th century Private collection
ELD4916255 Representation of Saint Willibrord of Utrecht (658-739) Engraving 19th century Private collection; (add.info.: Representation of Saint Willibrord of Utrecht (658-739)

Portrait of Charlemagne (Charles I called Charles the Great 742-814) Idealized portrait of Charlemagne
NWI4943675 Portrait of Charlemagne (Charles I called Charles the Great 742-814) Idealized portrait of Charlemagne. From a 19th-century illustration; (add.info)

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Charles Martel (690-741) leading the Francs to the battle against the Arab invasion in Tours (France)
NWI4927939 Charles Martel (690-741) leading the Francs to the battle against the Arab invasion in Tours (France), 732 (Battle of Poitiers)

Coronation of Charlemagne (742-814), king of the Franks from 768 and Holy Roman Emperor from 800
543288 Coronation of Charlemagne (742-814), king of the Franks from 768 and Holy Roman Emperor from 800. 19th century (french royalty trade card in chromolithograph); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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The 8th century was a time of great artistic and cultural achievements, as seen in the intricate illustrations found in the Book of Kells and Lindisfarne Gospels. These masterpieces showcase the skill and dedication of medieval scribes who meticulously crafted each page with vibrant colors and detailed designs. In the Arab empire, during the mid-700s, a flourishing civilization emerged, leaving behind magnificent illuminated texts like the Gospel of St Luke. The delicate brushstrokes and gold leaf accents bring to life sacred scriptures for all to admire. As snow gently falls on the small red pagoda at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one can't help but be captivated by its serene beauty. This image reminds us that even in ancient times, architectural wonders were created with precision and grace. A map dating back to c1060 centers around Jerusalem, providing insight into how people perceived their world centuries ago. Crafted by Spanish manuscript illuminators under Beatus' guidance, this map showcases their knowledge and imagination. Historical events are also depicted through artistry; such as Pope Adrian I's meeting with Charlemagne captured in a miniature from Chronicles incunabula. These visual records allow us to glimpse into significant moments that shaped history. The opening words of St Luke's Gospel "Quoniam" from the Book of Kells (c800) demonstrate not only religious devotion but also exquisite calligraphy skills passed down through generations. Each stroke is carefully executed with reverence for these holy texts. Traveling across continents brings us to Tikal: Mayan Inscription where an intricately carved canoe scene adorns an animal bone burial artifact. This testament to Mayan culture reveals their connection with nature and waterways as essential elements in their lives. Moving forward in time to c1960s Japan captures an enchanting photograph showcasing Kongo Rikishi (guardian) within the Todai-ji Temple at Nara.