8th Century Collection (page 4)

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.

The Battle of Poitiers on 25th October 732 won by Charles Martel (688-741). 19th century (chromolithograph)
ELD4845097 The Battle of Poitiers on 25th October 732 won by Charles Martel (688-741). 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

The Battle of Bråvalla. Study. Creator: Johan August Malmström
The Battle of Bravalla. Study, Unknown date

Buddha Shakyamuni or the Bodhisattva Maitreya, early 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni or the Bodhisattva Maitreya, early 8th century

Buddha Shakyamuni (image 1 of 2), 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni (image 1 of 2), 8th-9th century

Yang Guifei, circa 1820-1830. Creator: Gakutei
Yang Guifei, circa 1820-1830

Dwarf Figurine Whistle, between 600 and 800. Creator: Unknown
Dwarf Figurine Whistle, between 600 and 800

Female Figure, between 600 and 1200. Creator: Unknown
Female Figure, between 600 and 1200

Iga no Tsubone with Tengu, the Spirit of Fujiwara no Nakanari, 1865. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Iga no Tsubone with Tengu, the Spirit of Fujiwara no Nakanari, 1865. From One Hundred Ghost Tales from China and Japan

The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, c.900. Creator: Unknown
The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, c.900

Buddha Shakyamuni, c.8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni, c.8th-9th century

Buddha Shakyamuni, c.8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni, c.8th-9th century

Deer, c.8th century. Creator: Unknown
Deer, c.8th century

Head of a Buddha (image 1 of 2), c.8th century. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Buddha (image 1 of 2), c.8th century

Vishnu Vanquishing the Demons Madhu and Kaitabha, c.800. Creator: Unknown
Vishnu Vanquishing the Demons Madhu and Kaitabha, c.800

The River Goddess Yamuna and Attendants, c.800. Creator: Unknown
The River Goddess Yamuna and Attendants, c.800

The River Goddess Yamuna and Attendants, c.800. Creator: Unknown
The River Goddess Yamuna and Attendants, c.800

The River Goddess Ganga (Ganges) and Attendants, c.800. Creator: Unknown
The River Goddess Ganga (Ganges) and Attendants, c.800

The Hindu God Vishnu, c.7th-8th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu, c.7th-8th century

The Goddess Chunda (?), c.700. Creator: Unknown
The Goddess Chunda (?), c.700

Attendants of the Sun God Surya, c.700. Creator: Unknown
Attendants of the Sun God Surya, c.700

A Buddha, between c.875 and c.950. Creator: Unknown
A Buddha, between c.875 and c.950

The Hindu God Vishnu on His Mount Garuda (image 2 of 2), between c.800 and c.850. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu on His Mount Garuda (image 2 of 2), between c.800 and c.850

The Hindu God Vishnu on His Mount Garuda (image 1 of 2), between c.800 and c.850. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Vishnu on His Mount Garuda (image 1 of 2), between c.800 and c.850

Umapati (Shiva, the Primeval Father God, and Uma, the Great Mother Goddess), between c.750 and c.800 Creator: Unknown
Umapati (Shiva, the Primeval Father God, and Uma, the Great Mother Goddess), between c.750 and c.800

The Poet Yamabe no Akahito, Early 1840s. Creators: Utagawa Kuniyoshi, Yamabe no Akahito
The Poet Yamabe no Akahito, Early 1840s. From Hundred Poets

A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 6 of 6), 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 6 of 6), 8th-9th century

A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 5 of 6), 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
A Buddha Flanked by Figures Standing on a Mythical Creature (image 5 of 6), 8th-9th century

Bunya no Watamaro and Surrendering Rebels in Oshu, 1880. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Bunya no Watamaro and Surrendering Rebels in Oshu, 1880. From A Mirror of Great Warriors of Japan

Parvati Performing the Panchatapas (Five Austerities) Ritual, 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
Parvati Performing the Panchatapas (Five Austerities) Ritual, 8th-9th century

The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (image 2 of 5), 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (image 2 of 5), 8th-9th century

Lower Torso of a Nagini, 8th-10th century. Creator: Unknown
Lower Torso of a Nagini, 8th-10th century

A Group of Attendants, 8th century or earlier. Creator: Unknown
A Group of Attendants, 8th century or earlier

The Hindu God Shiva Flanked by Ganesha and Durga (image 1 of 2), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Shiva Flanked by Ganesha and Durga (image 1 of 2), 8th century

Sakanoue Tamuramaro in Rain of Arrows, 1876. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Sakanoue Tamuramaro in Rain of Arrows, 1876. From A Mirror of Great Warriors of Japan

Bodhisattva, 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Bodhisattva, 8th century

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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.