Council Of Constance Collection

The Lindisfarne Gospels, 715-721. Eadfrith, (Bishop of Lindisfarne) (?-721). Found in the collection of the British Museum, London

COUNCIL OF CONSTANCE, 1414. Bohemian religious reformer Jan Hus (c1369-1415) at the Council of Constance, 1414. Wood engraving, 19th century

Jewish procession going to Council of Constance
3782217 Jewish procession going to Council of Constance; (add.info.: Jewish procession going to the Council of Constance in 1417 to meet the newly elected Pope, Martin V)

Jan Hus Before the Council of Constance, 1415 (1926). Artist: Vaclav Brozik
Jan Hus Before the Council of Constance, 1415 (1926). From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 2: Builders of the Church, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Jean Gerson (1363-1429) from Receuil des Estampes, Representant les Rangs et les Dignites
STC196350 Jean Gerson (1363-1429) from Receuil des Estampes, Representant les Rangs et les Dignites, suivant le Costume de toutes les Nations existantes

The order and manner of taking up the body of John Wickliff
STC469105 The order and manner of taking up the body of John Wickliff, and burning his bones 44 years after his death, illustration from Acts and Monuments by John Foxe, ninth edition, pub

Investiture of Frederick I of the house of Hohenzollern as Elector of Brandenburg at the Council of Constance
3101033 Investiture of Frederick I of the house of Hohenzollern as Elector of Brandenburg at the Council of Constance, 18 April 1417 (colour litho) by German School

Group of women of Constance of the time of the Council of Constance, 1414-1418 (colour litho)
3100817 Group of women of Constance of the time of the Council of Constance, 1414-1418 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Trial of Jerome: waiting for the sentence, illustration from
619672 Trial of Jerome: waiting for the sentence, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

As they were leading him out of the church he began to sing
619671 As they were leading him out of the church.. he began to sing, " Credo in Unum Deum", illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

John Huss before the Council of Constance (engraving)
971166 John Huss before the Council of Constance (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Huss before the Council of Constance)

Entrance of Pope John into Constance, illustration from
619632 Entrance of Pope John into Constance, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Investiture of Frederick I of the house of Hohenzollern as Elector of Brandenburg at the Council of Constance
3101036 Investiture of Frederick I of the house of Hohenzollern as Elector of Brandenburg at the Council of Constance, 18 April 1417 (colour litho) by German School

Huss at the Council of Constance (engraving)
970756 Huss at the Council of Constance (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Huss at the Council of Constance)

The Death of Jan Hus in Constance, Mid of the 19th cen Creator: Wentzel, Johann Friedrich
The Death of Jan Hus in Constance, Mid of the 19th cen.. Private Collection

Jan Hus burned at the stake, and his ashes thrown into the Rhine. (Illustration from the Richentals illustrated chronicle), 1483. Found in the Collection of Herzog August Bibliothek Wolfenbüttel

Jan Hus delivered over to the secular power (Illustration from the Richentals illustrated chronicle), 1483. Found in the Collection of Herzog August Bibliothek Wolfenbüttel

John Hus before Council of Constance, before 1882. Private Collection

Huss before the Council, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Huss before the Council, 1882. Private Collection

John Hus before Council of Constance, End of 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
John Hus before Council of Constance, End of 19th century. Private Collection

Queen Elizabeth of Luxembourg. Detail from the Richentals illustrated chronicle, c. 1440. Found in the collection of Austrian National Library, Vienna

The burning of John Hus (From the Martinitz Bible). Artist: Petrus de Mladoniovicz, (Petr z Mladonovic) (ca 1390-1451)
The burning of John Hus (From the Martinitz Bible). Found in the collection of Knihovna Akademie, Prague

Burning of Jan Hus at the stake, Mid of the 18th century. Artist: Fokke, Simon (1712-1784)
Burning of Jan Hus at the stake, Mid of the 18th century. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Johannes Hus 1369-1415, 1934. Jan Hus (1369-1415), Bohemian religious reformer and theologian was burnt as a heretic at Constance for preaching the teachings of the English reformist clergyman John

The Burning of John Huss by the Council of Constance, July 6, 1415, (1907). Jan Huss (1369-1415), Czech priest, philosopher, early Christian reformer and Master at Charles University in Prague

The Jewish procession going to meet the Pope at the Council of Constance, 15th century (1849)
The Jewish procession going to meet the Pope at the Council of Constance in 1417, 15th century (1849). A 19th century version of an original 15th century manuscript illustration in the Manuscript

Burning of Jan Hus at the stake (From: The life and times of the Emperor Sigismund by Eberhard Windeck), c. 1450. From a private collection

John Hus is burnt at the stake July 6, 1415 and his ashes are cast into the Rhine (from)
John Hus is burnt at the stake July 6, 1415 and his ashes are cast into the Rhine (from: Ulrich Richental Chronicle of the Coun, 1414-1418)

Divine service according to the Greek orthodox rite (from: Ulrich Richental Chronicle of the Council of Constance), 1414-1418. Found in the collection of the The Morgan Library & Museum, New York

Scene from market life with butchers (from: Ulrich Richental Chronicle of the Council of Constance), 1414-1418. Found in the collection of the The Morgan Library & Museum, New York

Frederick I receives Brandenburg (Copy of an Illustration from the Richentals illustrated chronicle), c. 1440. From a private collection

Frederick I receives Brandenburg, 15th century. Copy of an Illustration from the Richentals illustrated chronicle. Private Collection

Illustration from Richentals illustrated chronicle, 1480s. A citizen of the city of Constance, Ulrich von Richental (d1437) wrote an illustrated chronicle of the history of the Council of Constance

Ferdinand I of Aragon and his Queen at prayer, 1417 (mid 19th century). The King and Queen are pictured at prayer at the time of the Council of Constance, 1417

Entry of Antipope John XXIII (1360-1554) in Constance to celebrate Council of Constance (1414) convened by emperor Sigismund, to end Great Schism

Jan Hus, Czech religious reformer
Jan Hus (c.1369-1415), Czech priest and reformer. Hus was born at Husinec in Bohemia. In 1394 Anne of Bohemia, widow of King Richard II of England

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"The Council of Constance: A Historic Gathering of Faith and Reform" In the early 15th century, amidst a backdrop of religious turmoil and political unrest, the Council of Constance emerged as a pivotal event in European history. This gathering brought together influential figures from various nations, each with their own agendas and beliefs. One significant aspect leading up to this council was the creation of The Lindisfarne Gospels between 715-721. These beautifully illuminated manuscripts showcased the artistic prowess and spiritual devotion prevalent during that time. At the heart of the Council stood Jan Hus, a Bohemian religious reformer who challenged established church practices. In an evocative wood engraving from the 19th century, we witness Hus standing defiantly before his accusers at Constance in 1414. His unwavering commitment to his beliefs ultimately led to his tragic fate - being burned at the stake as depicted in Vaclav Brozik's poignant artwork. Jean Gerson, another prominent figure present at Constance, is captured in an exquisite hand-colored engraving published in 1780. As one of France's most respected theologians, he played a vital role in shaping discussions on faith and doctrine during this critical juncture. The trial and execution of Jan Hus sent shockwaves throughout Europe. Engravings from historical accounts published in 1483 depict this grim scene vividly – reminding us how deeply entrenched conflicts within Christianity could become. However, not all events were marked by tragedy; Pope Martin V's triumphant ride out from Constance symbolized newfound unity amongst Catholic leaders after years of schism. Equally noteworthy was Frederick I's investiture as Elector of Brandenburg during these proceedings – showcasing both political maneuvering and consolidation of power within noble houses. While men dominated much discourse surrounding the Council, it is important not to overlook women's roles during this period.