Canute I Collection

AI Image - An illustration of King Canute commanding the...tide to halt, early 11th century, (2023)
AI Image - An illustration of King Canute commanding the incoming tide to halt, early 11th century, (2023). Canute (died 1035 CE) was King of England from 1016

Design for Medallion of King Canute, n.d. Creator: Sir Robert Smirke
Design for Medallion of King Canute, n.d

King Canute the Dane, 1732. Creator: George Vertue
King Canutethe Dane, 1732. Portrait of Cnut the Great in an oval frame surmounted by a coat of arms, with runes, flaming torches, swords, arrows and coins

Meeting of Edmund Ironside and Canute, on the Isle of Alney, in the Severn, c1890. Edmund Ironside (c990-1016) meets King Canute (c995-1035) on Alney Island in the River Severn

King Canute commanding the sea to retreat (engraving)
7149373 King Canute commanding the sea to retreat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from A Series of Prints of English History)

King Canute and the Courtiers (colour litho)
7181899 King Canute and the Courtiers (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Canute and the Courtiers)

King Canute the Great commanding the tide to retreat at the request of his sycophantic court (engraving)
7147384 King Canute the Great commanding the tide to retreat at the request of his sycophantic court (engraving) by English School

Sweyn Forkbeard, Olaf, Edmund II and Canute I, Kings of England before the Norman Conquest (engraving)
7147386 Sweyn Forkbeard, Olaf, Edmund II and Canute I, Kings of England before the Norman Conquest (engraving) by Goldar, John (1729-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sweyn Forkbeard, Olaf)

English coins from the reign of Egbert to that of Harthacnut (engraving)
7147385 English coins from the reign of Egbert to that of Harthacnut (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Canute I (engraving)
728837 Canute I (engraving) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute I, was a king of Denmark, England)

Canute, (c995-1035), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Canute, (c995-1035), 1830. Cnut the Great (c995-1035), also known as Canute, King of Denmark, England and Norway, often referred to as the North Sea Empire

Canute Reproving His Courtiers, 18th-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Canute Reproving His Courtiers, 18th-19th century. King Cnut supposedly demonstrated to flattering courtiers that being a mere human, the sea would not obey him, and God alone can command the tides

Canute reproving his Courtiers, c1840. Creator: Francis Holl
Canute reproving his Courtiers, c1840. King Cnut supposedly demonstrated to flattering courtiers that being a mere human, the sea would not obey him, and God alone can command the tides

Canute Reproving the Flattery of his Courtiers, c1890. Creator: Unknown
Canute Reproving the Flattery of his Courtiers, c1890. King Canute (c995-1035), explaining his humanity, the sea would not obey him. From " Cassells Illustrated History of England"

Canute, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Canute, 18th century. Cnut the Great (c995-1035), also known as Canute, King of Denmark, England and Norway; together often referred to as the North Sea Empire. He won the throne of England in 1016

Combat between Edmund Ironside and Canute the Great, 1773. Creator: Charles Grignion
Combat between Edmund Ironside and Canute the Great, 1773. Edmund Ironside, King of England, 23 April -30 November 1016 resisted the Danish invasion of Canute the Great (994-1035) in five battles

Queen Emmas Chastity tried by ordeal fire, 1773. Creator: William Walker
Queen Emmas Chastity tried by ordeal fire, 1773. Emma of Normandy (985-1052), walked over red hot metal without harm at Winchester Cathedral to prove her marital fidelity

Portraits from Ancient Coins, (mid 19th century). Creator: Unknown
Portraits from Ancient Coins, (mid 19th century). Portraits of early kings in British history: Canute (Cnut I), Harold (Harold Godwinson), Edward the Confessor, William I (William the Conqueror)

King Canute failing to hold back the waves, early 11th century (c1900). Artist: Trelleek
King Canute failing to hold back the waves, early 11th century (c1900). Canute (Sveinsson Knut) (d1035) was King of England from 1016, Denmark from 1018 and Norway from 1030

Canute Orders The Tide to Stop, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Single Combat between King Edmund II and Canute the Great on the Isle of Abney, 1787
Single Combat between King Edmund II and Canute the Great on the Isle of Abney in the presence of both their Armies, c1787

Canute reproving his Courtiers, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Canute reproving his Courtiers, c1860, (c1860). Cnut the Great (c995-1035), known as Canute, was a king of Denmark, England, Norway and parts of Sweden

Canute performing on his favourite instrument, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Canute performing on his favourite instrument, c1860, (c1860). Cnut the Great (c995-1035), known as Canute, was a king of Denmark, England, Norway and parts of Sweden

Canute and his Courtiers, c1884. Artist: Thomas Strong Seccombe
Canute and his Courtiers, c1884. Canute was King of England, Denmark and Norway from 1016-1035. Here, sycophantic courtiers try to convince him he is so powerful he can command the sea

Canute the Great, at the request of his Sycophants and Flatterers, ridiculously Commanding the Sea Artist: John Hall
Canute the Great, at the request of his Sycophants and Flatterers, ridiculously Commanding the Sea to retire, 1783. After Edward Edwards (1738-1806)

King Canute the Great. Artist: Smith
King Canute the Great. Canute (Sveinsson Knut) (d1035) was King of England from 1016, Denmark from 1018 and Norway from 1030

Canute And His Courtiers, 11th century, (c1850). Cnut was King of England, Denmark and Norway from 1016-1035. Here, sycophantic courtiers try to convince him he is so powerful he can command the sea

Queen Alfgyfe and King Canute, 11th century, (1910). Alfgyfe, also known as Emma of Normandy, was married first to Ethelred the Unready, and then to Canute

Canute, Commanding the Sea to Retire, 11th century, (1777). Artist: L Hall
Canute, Commanding the Sea to Retire, 11th century, (1777). Canute (Sveinsson Knut) (d1035) was King of England from 1016, Denmark from 1018 and Norway from 1030

Stained glass image of King Canute, 11th century

Stained thirteenth century glass image of King Cnut (985 / 95-1035)
Stained glass image of King Cnut from Canterbury Cathedral

Anglo-Saxon Silver Penny of Cnut, pointed helmet type
Silver penny of Cnut (990-1035), pointed helmet type, showing both sides. From the Chester and Shrewsbury mints

Anglo-Saxon Silver Penny of Cnut
Silver penny of Cnut (990-1035), quatre-foil style, showing the obverse side

Stained glass window of King Cnut, 15th century
Stained glass window of King Cnut (985 or 995 to 12 November 1035) from Canterbury Cathedral. 15th century

King Canute trying to turn back the tide, early 11th century (early 20th century). Canute (Sveinsson Knut) (d1035) was King of England from 1016, Denmark from 1018 and Norway from 1030

CANUTE I (c995-1035). King of England (1016-35), of Denmark (1019-35), and of Norway (1028-35). King Canute is crowned by an angel

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"Canute I: The Powerful Danish King Who Commanded the Seas and Confronted Flattery" King Canute I, also known as Canute the Dane, was a formidable ruler who left an indelible mark on history. Born around 995, he ascended to the throne of England in 1016 after defeating his rival Edmund Ironside. This meeting between the two kings on the Isle of Alney in c1890 captured a pivotal moment in their tumultuous relationship. One of Canute's most famous acts occurred when he commanded the sea to retreat. Depicted in an engraving, this event symbolized his attempt to demonstrate that even a king's power had limits. It showcased his wisdom and humility, challenging popular misconceptions about his reign. In another captivating lithograph titled "King Canute and the Courtiers, " we witness how sycophantic flattery surrounded him. Despite being depicted as commanding tides at their request, it is clear that Canute reproved such behavior from his courtiers. These engravings from different eras shed light on how artists interpreted this historical incident. Canute's reign was not without challenges; Sweyn Forkbeard, Olaf II of Norway, Edmund II Ironside were all significant figures during this time period before William the Conqueror arrived with Norman rule. An engraving featuring these monarchs showcases their influence and highlights Canute's rise to power amidst political turmoil. Coins minted during Egbert's reign until Harthacnut’s era provide further insight into English history before Norman conquest—each coin representing a chapter within which Canute played a vital role. The various engravings and artworks depicting King Canute I offer glimpses into different aspects of his life and reign. A portrait from 1830 captures him regally while remaining anonymous creator adds intrigue to its origins. Lastly, two paintings depict moments where King Canute reproves his courtiers for their flattery.