Kublai Khan Collection

EXPL2A-00146
Marco Polo welcomed at the court of Kublai Khan in China, 1200s. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

Engraving depicting Kublai Khan (1215-1294) the fifth Khagan of the Mongol Empire
5309223 Engraving depicting Kublai Khan (1215-1294) the fifth Khagan of the Mongol Empire, and founder of the Yuan dynasty in China

The wreck of Kublai Khan's Mongol fleet during the second invasion of Japan in 1281 due to the typhoon, Kamikaze
3033761 The wreck of Kublai Khan's Mongol fleet during the second invasion of Japan in 1281 due to the typhoon, Kamikaze, which destroyed most of the armada

Portrait of Kublai Khan (litho)
6004497 Portrait of Kublai Khan (litho) by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kublai Khan. Illustration for Living Biographies of Famous Rulers by Henry Thomas)

Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen (engraving)
3629385 Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen)

Heading, in the Old Chinese Seal-Character, of an Inscription on a Memorial raised by Kublai-Kaan to a Buddhist
3629386 Heading, in the Old Chinese Seal-Character, of an Inscription on a Memorial raised by Kublai-Kaan to a Buddhist Ecclesiastic in the vicinity of his Summer-Palace at Shang-tu in Mongolia

Peking (b / w photo)
6025422 Peking (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peking. Illustration for The Outline of the World To-Day edited by Sir Harry Johnston)

The Grand Canal of China (litho)
2816991 The Grand Canal of China (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand Canal of China)

Palace at Khan-baligh (engraving)
3629375 Palace at Khan-baligh (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palace at Khan-baligh)

Kublai Khan gives a gold tablet to Nicolo and Maffeo Polo (litho)
3622500 Kublai Khan gives a gold tablet to Nicolo and Maffeo Polo (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kublai Khan gives a gold tablet to Nicolo and Maffeo Polo)

The Grand Canal (litho)
1266098 The Grand Canal (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published circa 1920 s)

Ms Fr 2810 f. 204, The Great Khan arriving with his escort, from Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c
1744300 Ms Fr 2810 f.204, The Great Khan arriving with his escort, from Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Ms Fr 2810 f. 5, Nicolo and Marco Polo before the Great Khan
CHT176645 Ms Fr 2810 f.5, Nicolo and Marco Polo before the Great Khan, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Ms Fr 2810 f. 3v, Kublai Khan giving Nicolo and Marco Polo safe conduct to Peking
REV68252 Ms Fr 2810 f.3v, Kublai Khan giving Nicolo and Marco Polo safe conduct to Peking, with his golden seal to the Polos at Cambaluc in 1292, from Le Livre des Merveilles

Portrait of Kublai Kaan (engraving)
3629376 Portrait of Kublai Kaan (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Kublai Kaan)

Ms Fr 2810 f. 72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu
CHT176644 Ms Fr 2810 f.72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) (see also 220421) by Boucicaut Master

Winter Palace at Peking (engraving)
3629374 Winter Palace at Peking (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winter Palace at Peking)

Marco Polo the younger being presented to Kublai Khan
LLM456953 Marco Polo the younger being presented to Kublai Khan by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marco Polo the younger being presented to Kublai Khan)

Ms Fr 2810 f. 31v, The Great Khan releases his eagle against a doe
CHT176643 Ms Fr 2810 f.31v, The Great Khan releases his eagle against a doe, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Ms Fr 2810 f. 6, Nicolo, Marco and Matteo Polo taking leave of the Great Khan
CHT176647 Ms Fr 2810 f.6, Nicolo, Marco and Matteo Polo taking leave of the Great Khan, Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

The Emperor Go-Uda, in whose reign the Mongol Armada was destroyed (litho)
6005012 The Emperor Go-Uda, in whose reign the Mongol Armada was destroyed (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emperor Go-Uda)

Ms 2810 f. 38, The palace of the Great Khans son in Peking
CHT176651 Ms 2810 f.38, The palace of the Great Khans son in Peking, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) (see also 1188423) by Boucicaut Master

Portrait of Kublai Khan (1215-1294), 13th century. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Kublai Khan (1215-1294), 13th century. Found in the collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The attempted Mongol invasion of Japan, 1281 (1907). From Harmsworth History of the World, Volume 1, by Arthur Mee, J.A. Hammerton, & A.D. Innes, M.A. [Carmelite House, London, 1907]

Kublai Khan (1215-1294) of the Mongol Empire and founder of the Yuan Dynasty, 1912
Kublai Khan (1215-1294) was the fifth Khagan (Great Khan) of the Mongol Empire, reigning from 1260 to 1294. He was the founder of the Yuan Dynasty, a division of the Mongol Empire

The annual festival celebrating the emperors birthday, revived by Kublai-Khan, 1847. Artist: B Clayton
The annual festival celebrating the emperors birthday, revived by Kublai-Khan, 1847. Scene in the Chinese imperial court. Illustration from The History of China and India, by Miss Corner

Mandarin throwing himself with the infant emperor into the sea, 13th century, (1847). Artist: Armstrong
Mandarin throwing himself with the infant emperor into the sea, 13th century, (1847). Illustration from The History of China and India, by Miss Corner, (Dean and Co, London, 1847)

Kublai Khan paying for purchases, c1280s, (early 15th century). Artist: Master of Boucicaut
Kublai Khan paying for purchases, c1260s, (early 15th century). Marco Polo (1254-1324) Venetian traveller and merchant, left Venice with his father and uncle in 1271

Kublai Khan gives the Polos their passport, c1280s, (early 15th century). Artist: Master of Boucicaut
Kublai Khan gives the Polos their passport, c1265-1269, (early 15th century). Marco Polo (1254-1324) Venetian traveller and merchant, left Venice with his father and uncle in 1271

Marco Polo, Venetian traveller and merchant meeting Kublai Khan, 13th century
Marco Polo, Venetian traveller and merchant meeting Kublai Khan, c1274. Marco Polo (1254-1324), together with his father and uncle, presenting the Popes letter to Kublai Khan (1214-1294)

Kublai Khan. Fifth Khagan (Great Khan) of the Mongol Empire from 1260 to 1294, founder of the Yuan dynasty in China as a conquest dynasty in 1271

PEXP2A-00048
Medallions of Marco Polo and Kublai Khan. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PASI2A-00004
Marco Polo transported in Kublai Khans elephant car during visit to China, 1200s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier engraving

Map of Asia at the time of the greatest extent of the domination of the Mongols in
KW2603386 Map of Asia at the time of the greatest extent of the domination of the Mongols in the reign of Kublai Khan, from L Histoire Universelle Ancienne et Moderne

Ms Fr 2810 f. 72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from the
XIR220421 Ms Fr 2810 f.72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) (see also 176644) by Boucicaut Master

PASI2A-00002
Kublai Khan. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving of a portrait

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Discover the legendary Kublai Khan, the great Mongol emperor who left an indelible mark on history. This captivating portrait (EXPL2A-00146) showcases his powerful presence and commanding gaze, reflecting his formidable leadership. Step into his magnificent world as you explore the Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen (engraving), a testament to his opulent summer palace in Shang-tu, Mongolia. Immerse yourself in ancient Chinese culture with the heading engraved in Old Chinese Seal-Character on a memorial raised by Kublai-Kaan to honor a Buddhist ecclesiastic near his Summer-Palace. Peking (b/w photo) offers a glimpse of the bustling capital city during Kublai Khan's reign, where grandeur and innovation thrived. Witness the engineering marvels of China as you traverse The Grand Canal of China (litho), which served as a lifeline for trade and communication during this era. Marvel at the Palace at Khan-baligh (engraving), once home to Kublai Khan himself, showcasing architectural splendor that symbolized his imperial might. Delve into historical encounters with explorers Nicolo and Maffeo Polo through Kublai Khan gives a gold tablet to Nicolo and Maffeo Polo (litho). Their interactions shed light on cultural exchange during this vibrant period. Experience the grandeur of The Grand Canal (litho) firsthand as it becomes your gateway to adventure along its majestic waters. Travel back in time through Ms Fr 2810 f. 204 - The Great Khan arriving with his escort from Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c. 1410-12 (tempera on vellum). Witness how he commanded respect wherever he went, leaving an everlasting impression on those who encountered him. Indulge in lavish feasts offered by the Great Khan himself within Kahnabaliq, as depicted in Ms Fr 2810.