900s Collection

Anglo-Saxon 10th century world map
Anglo-Saxon world map, dating from the 10th century. East is top. This map of the known world was probably produced by an Irish monk

Viking ship at sea
Norsemen at sea following their raven pilot. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Viking raid under Olaf I
Viking raid along the English Channel led by Olaf Tryggvason, 900s AD. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Anglo-Saxon map of 900s showing a flat earth and the ocean that was thought to surround it. British Museum

Henry I of Saxony (or Germania) called the Oiseleur (876-936) meets Charles III called the Simple (879-929)
NWI4944028 Henry I of Saxony (or Germania) called the Oiseleur (876-936) meets Charles III called the Simple (879-929) - Henry I (the Fowler) meeting with Charles III (the Simple)

Emperor Othon I of the Holy Empire, known as the Great (921-973) forgives his brother Henry I of Baviere
NWI4944346 Emperor Othon I of the Holy Empire, known as the Great (921-973) forgives his brother Henry I of Baviere (919 or 922-955) - Holy Roman Emperor Otto I pardoning his brother Henry

Vladimir Sviatoslavich, known as the Beautiful Sun (or Vladimir I said the Great or Saint Vladimir) (958-1015)
NWI4945526 Vladimir Sviatoslavich, known as the Beautiful Sun (or Vladimir I said the Great or Saint Vladimir) (958-1015) introduced Christiannism in Russia Vladimir I introducing Christianity into

King Charles XII or Carl of Sweden (1682-1718) - Charles XII, King of Sweden. Hand-colored woodcut
NWI4945690 King Charles XII or Carl of Sweden (1682-1718) - Charles XII, King of Sweden. Hand-colored woodcut; (add.info.: King Charles XII or Carl of Sweden (1682-1718) - Charles XII

The Prince of Novgorod Oleg, known as the Wise (regne 879-612) nailed his shield to the gate of Constantinople (Turkey)
NWI4945664 The Prince of Novgorod Oleg, known as the Wise (regne 879-612) nailed his shield to the gate of Constantinople (Turkey)

Holy Roman Emperor Heinrich II and a bishop
Holy Roman Emperor Henry II (the Saint) and a French bishop. Antique hand-colored print

Anglo-Saxon warriors, circa 900 A. D
Anglo-Saxon warriors of the tenth century, British Isles. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Four Human Figures Horse Cheetah 900s Iran Nishapur
Four Human Figures around a Horse and Cheetah, 900s. Iran, Nishapur, Samanid Period, 10th Century. Earthenware with underglaze slip-painted decoration; overall: 8 x 35.6 cm (3 1/8 x 14 in.)

Pendant Granulation 900s Byzantium 10th century
Pendant with Granulation, 900s. Byzantium, 10th century. Gold; overall: 3.7 x 3.5 cm (1 7/16 x 1 3/8 in.)

Dancing Apsaras 900s China late Tang dynasty
Dancing Apsaras, 900s. China, late Tang dynasty (618-907) - Five dynasties (907-960). Dry lacquer; overall: 36.3 cm (14 5/16 in.)

Durga Slayer Buffalo Demon 900s Cambodia Koh Ker
Durga as the Slayer of the Buffalo Demon, 900s. Cambodia, Koh Ker, 10th century. Bronze; overall: 52 x 18.4 x 12.5 cm (20 1/2 x 7 1/4 x 4 15/16 in.); without tang: 44.8 cm (17 5/8 in.)

Bodhisattva Padmapani 900s Java predating Nganjuk style
Bodhisattva Padmapani, 900s. Java, predating Nganjuk style, 10th century. Bronze; overall: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)

Jug 900s Iran Iraq Baghdad Buyid Period reign
Jug, 900s. Iran or Iraq, Baghdad, Buyid Period, reign of Samsam al-Dawla (985-998 AD). Gold with repousse and chased and engraved decoration; overall

PMDE2A-00004
Basil II, or Bulgaroctonus, Emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire. Lithograph reproduction of a miniature from a medieval manuscript

Illuminated manuscript page of the Gospels in Latin
Page from the Latin Gospels given by King Aethelstan to the Church of Canterbury, 900s AD. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of the document

King Henry I of Germany
Henry I (the Fowler) proclaimed emperor of Germany. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Saxon men at a table enjoying a banquet. circa 900

Rhazes, Islamic scholar
Rhazes (c.860-930), Islamic Persian scholar, physician and alchemist, with an assistant, in his chemistry laboratory in Baghdad (now in Iraq). Rhazes is a Latinized form

Arabic science timeline. The Golden Age of Arabic Science occurred in the period from the 8th century to the 12th century

Herbal medicine, 10th century
Herbal medicine. 10th-century manuscript page showing Greek text over an artwork of a healer preparing a herbal remedy. The healer is grinding plants in a mortar

Islamic waterwheel, Cordoba, Spain. This is the Molino de la Albolafia waterwheel on the Guadalquivir River. It dates from medieval times

Islamic pharmacy ceramic tiles, Spain
Islamic pharmacy ceramic tiles. Shop-front of a modern pharmacy in Cordoba, Spain, decorated with hand-painted ceramic tiles

GGBR2A-00069
Map of English holdings in the 10th and 11th centuries, showing earldomes and vassal kingdoms. Printed color lithograph, 19th-century

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The 900s were a time of great exploration, conflict, and cultural exchange. In the Anglo-Saxon world, maps began to take shape, with the 10th-century map depicting their understanding of the world as flat, surrounded by an endless ocean. Meanwhile, Viking ships sailed fearlessly across these treacherous waters in search of new lands to conquer. Under Olaf I's leadership, Viking raids intensified during this period. Their sleek ships sliced through the sea like arrows, striking fear into the hearts of coastal communities. These raids brought both terror and trade opportunities along their path. While Vikings roamed the seas, Abulcasis was making groundbreaking advancements in medicine in Islamic territories. As an esteemed physician, he revolutionized surgical techniques and medical instruments that are still used today. Back in England, Saxon men gathered around tables laden with food at banquets fit for kings. They reveled in merriment and feasted on hearty dishes while sharing tales of bravery from battles fought against Viking invaders. Speaking of warriors, Anglo-Saxon warriors stood tall and proud amidst swirling battlefields during this era. Clad in armor adorned with intricate designs reflecting their rich culture and heritage; they defended their lands fiercely against any threat that came their way. In continental Europe, Holy Roman Emperor Heinrich II forged alliances with bishops to strengthen his rule over Germany. Together they navigated political complexities while striving for religious unity within their realm. Amidst all these historical events unfolded a quiet yet significant development – illuminated manuscripts flourished across Europe during this time. One such manuscript depicted beautifully illustrated pages from Latin Gospels - a testament to artistic prowess combined with devotion to faith. Beyond Europe's borders lay Iran's Nishapur region where four human figures rode horses alongside a cheetah - showcasing Persian artistry at its finest during the 900s.