Baldwin I Collection

Baldwin I (1171-1205), Latin Emperor of Constantinople, 1889. Creator: Vriendt, Albrecht de (1843-1900)
Baldwin I (1171-1205), Latin Emperor of Constantinople, 1889. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

The Battle of Nahr al-Kalb in 1100 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Storming of Constantinople by Baldwin, Count of Flanders, (1204), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Storming of Constantinople by Baldwin, Count of Flanders, (1204), 1890. Following the Sack of Constantinople in April 1204, during the Fourth Crusade, Crusader armies captured, looted

Baldwin I of Constantinople (1171-1205), 1845. Creator: Picot
Baldwin I of Constantinople (1171-1205), 1845. Found in the Collection of the Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Baldwin I, Latin Emperor (engraving)
3647799 Baldwin I, Latin Emperor (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baldwin I, Latin Emperor (1172-c1205)

Coronation of Baldwin I as Latin Emperor in Costantinople, 1204 (engraving)
3647796 Coronation of Baldwin I as Latin Emperor in Costantinople, 1204 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Trade card with an image of the First Crusade (chromolitho)
963867 Trade card with an image of the First Crusade (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card with an image of the First Crusade, depicting Baldwin)

Doge Enrico Dandolo crowns Baldovino the first emperor of the Latin Empire of Constantinople, 1745-94

Montreal, Crusader castle, Shoubak, Jordan. The castle of Montreal was built in 1115 by Baldwin I of Jerusalem. It later passed to Raynald of Chatillon

The coronation of Baldwin I on Christmas Day 1100, 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
The coronation of Baldwin I on Christmas Day 1100, 19th century. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Start to the Fourth Crusade. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Artist: Anonymous
Start to the Fourth Crusade. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque de Geneve

Baldwin of Boulogne entering Edessa in February 1098. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque de Geneve

Death Of Baldwin I Latin King Of Jerusalem 1188

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"Baldwin I: The Latin Emperor Who Conquered Constantinople" In the year 1171, a remarkable figure named Baldwin I of Constantinople emerged onto the historical stage. Born into nobility, he would go on to become one of the most influential rulers of his time. This captivating engraving from 1845 by Picot captures his regal presence and commanding aura. Baldwin's crowning achievement came in 1204 when he was coronated as the Latin Emperor in Constantinople. This momentous event, depicted in another striking engraving, marked a turning point in history and solidified Baldwin's place as a formidable leader. The First Crusade played a pivotal role in shaping Baldwin's destiny. As shown on this vibrant trade card featuring an image of the crusade, it was during these tumultuous times that he rose to prominence under the guidance of Doge Enrico Dandolo. One cannot discuss Baldwin without mentioning his audacious storming of Constantinople. In this gripping painting from 1890, we witness him leading his troops fearlessly into battle against all odds – an act that forever etched his name into history books. Beyond conquering lands and kingdoms, Baldwin had a profound impact on architecture as well. The Montreal Crusader castle in Shoubak stands today as a testament to his legacy – an enduring symbol of strength and resilience. This anonymous artist beautifully captures two significant moments in Baldwin's life: His coronation on Christmas Day 1100 and his entry into Edessa just two years later. These miniatures offer glimpses into both triumphs and hardships faced by this extraordinary ruler. Sadly, like many great leaders before him, Baldwin met with tragedy towards the end of his reign. Depicted here is his untimely death in 1188 – marking not only the loss of a king but also leaving behind an indelible mark on Jerusalem's history.