Edessa Collection

Mideast map during the Crusades
Map of the Middle East at the time of the Crusades. Printed color lithograph

The Holy Face, 1200-1250 (tempera on wood)
5948544 The Holy Face, 1200-1250 (tempera on wood) by Russian School (13th century); 104x74 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Paris, France - La Sainte Chapelle. Date: 19th century

Geber Teaching
GEBER Spanish alchemist teaching chemistry at the school of Edessa, Greece

Mandylion icon, 1500-50 (tempera on wood)
5917399 Mandylion icon, 1500-50 (tempera on wood) by Byzantine (16th century); 55x89 cm; Slovenska Narodna Galeria, Bratislava

Baldwin Entering Edessa (engraving)
669528 Baldwin Entering Edessa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baldwin Entering Edessa. Illustration for The Wars of the Cross (Nelson, 1895)

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)

Ms Fr 22495 Fol. 101 Baldwin I Crossing the River Jordan and Renouncing his Wife
BNP159919 Ms Fr 22495 Fol.101 Baldwin I Crossing the River Jordan and Renouncing his Wife, from Le Roman de Godefroi de Bouillon, 1337 (vellum) by French School

Geber teaching chemistry at the School of Edessa, 1879. Creator
Geber teaching chemistry at the School of Edessa. From: La ciencia y sus hombres, 1879. Private Collection

Urfa, Mesopotamia. View of Urfa, also known as Edessa, in what is now Turkey

IRAN. Naqsh-e Rustam. The Roman emperor Valerianus kneeling before Shapur I after the battle of Edessa (260). Persian art. Sasanian art. Relief

Stone Bridge Over A Tranquil River; Edessa, Greece

Waterfalls From The Edessaios River With Autumn Coloured Foliage; Edessa, Greece

Waterfall From The Edessaios River With Autumn Coloured Foliage; Edessa, Greece

A Walkway Behind A Waterfall; Edessa, Greece

IRAN. Naqsh-e Rustam. Roman Emperor Valerian yields himself to the Persian king Shapur I after the battle of Edessa (259). Persian art. Sasanian art. Relief

Sanliurfa, Turkey - Citadel, Square Tower & Crusader Church
Sanliurfa (often simply known as Urfa in daily language), formerly cited as Edessa in in Aramaic, Riha in Kurdish, and Urhay in Armenian) is a city in south-eastern Turkey

Paris, France - La Sainte Chapelle, The Crypt. Date: 19th century

ARAB WARFARE, 1038. Arabs trying to take the town of Edessa, in present day Turkey, by trickery. Byzantine manuscript illumination from the Sklylitzes Codex, 13th-14th century

First Crusade. The conquest of Edessa (February 1098). Baldwin I, appealed by the Armenian prince Thoros, enters into Edessa where hes received by the Armenian clergyman

Geber, Islamic alchemist
Geber (c.722-c.815), Islamic Spanish alchemist, teaching chemistry. Geber is a Latinised form. His full Arabic name is Jabir ibn Hayyan

Urfa, Turkey
Distant view of Urfa, or Sanhurfa (formerly known as Edessa)

Crusades / Edessa
FIRST CRUSADE Crusaders under Baudouin de Boulogne take Edessa, in Turkey, which provides the Crusaders with a base

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"Edessa: A Tapestry of History and Culture" Step into the ancient city of Edessa, a captivating place that weaves together tales from different corners of the world. Located in modern-day Greece, Edessa holds a significant place on the Mideast map during the Crusades. One cannot help but be drawn to its spiritual allure, as exemplified by "The Holy Face, " a mesmerizing artwork dating back to 1200-1250. Painted with delicate tempera on wood, it is said to have resided in Paris' renowned La Sainte Chapelle. Edessa's rich history also encompasses knowledge and learning. The figure of Geber Teaching stands as a testament to this intellectual legacy. Meanwhile, at Naqsh-e Rustam in Iran, one can witness monumental scenes depicting Roman Emperor Valerianus and his eventual surrender. Strolling through Edessa's streets reveals remnants of Greek civilization like the colonnade along its lower city. This architectural marvel transports us back in time, evoking images of bustling trade routes and vibrant marketplaces. Speaking of trade, an intriguing artifact emerges - a trade card featuring an image from the First Crusade. Chromolitho techniques bring forth vivid colors that transport us straight into this pivotal historical event. Delving deeper into Edessa's narrative brings us face-to-face with Baldwin Entering Edessa through an engraving. This scene captures both triumphs and challenges faced by those who sought control over this ancient land. As we approach Urbica gate within Edessa itself, Greek civilization takes center stage once again - reminding us how cultural influences have shaped this remarkable city throughout centuries. Lastly, Ms Fr 22495 Fol. 101 unveils Baldwin I Crossing the River Jordan while Renouncing his Wife - encapsulating personal sacrifices made amidst political ambitions during these tumultuous times. Intriguingly diverse yet harmoniously intertwined; such is the essence of Edessa.