Middle Ages Collection (page 2)

Alhambra palace and reflecting pool, Granada, Spain
The Palacio del Portico within the Alhambra, a medieval Moorish city in Granada, Spain. Digital photograph

Medieval dining room
Dining table of a lady of quality, 1400s. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a miniature from a French manuscript, Renaud de Montauban

Longbowmen during the Hundred Years War
French archers from the town of Rheims, 1400s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Mongol soldiers demonstrating their horsemanship
Mongol warriors showing their horsemanship to the Chinese forces of Hung-Wu. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ashford Castle, County Mayo, Ireland; Exterior Of A 13Th Century Castle

The Chosen - Last Judgment
Last Judgment by Fra Angelico. fifteenth century

1551 Gesner armoured rhino after Durer
Gesner Woodcut " Icones Animalium" 1560, reproduced from 1551. Published Christoph Froschover, Zurich. Gesner reproduces this image faithfully from the famous 1515 woodcut by Durer

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

Dante
Renaissance poet Dante Aligheri crowned with laurel. Digitally colored engraving

Haakon Haakonson brought to safety by the Birchlegs, 1200s
Birchlegs carrying Prince Hakon Hakonson to safety over the mountains, a Norwegian legend. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Medieval walled city of Nuremberg, Germany, 1400s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jousting knights
Knights competing in a tournament, Middle Ages. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Seljuk Turks defeated at Dorylaeum, First Crusade
Crusaders under Godfrey of Bouillon, defeating Muslim forces of Sultan Kilij Arslan at Dorylaeum in Asia Minor, 1097. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Feudal lord instructing peasant workers
Peasants receiving their lords orders before going to work, 1400s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a manuscript miniature illustration

Fleet of Viking raiders in the Middle Ages
Viking ships at sea with warriors on board. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bakers at their trade in the late Middle Ages
Bakers of York, showing their guild ordinances, England, 1590s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Treaty of Bretigny territory settlements, 1360
England and France after the Treaty of Bretigny, Hundred Years War, 1360. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Westminster Abbey, London
Westminster Abbey, seen from the Choir. Color lithograph reproduction of an illustration

Map of Europe, 1700
17th century map of Europe. Published in 1700, this map by the Dutch cartographer Frederick de Witt (1630-1706) shows the latest knowledge of the geography of Europe

Map of Western Europe, 1590
16th century map of Western Europe. Published around 1590, this map shows the coasts of Western Europe and the Mediterranean

St. Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, Mainland, Orkney islands, Scotland, UK

Killarney, Co Kerry, Ireland, Ross Castle And Muckross Lake

Carrickfergus Castle & Harbour, Co Antrim, Ireland

Ancient English oak (Quercus rober) tree. This ancient oak tree, called the Silton oak or Wyndhams oak, is believed to be around 1000 years old

Goitre, 15th century artwork C018 / 1849
Goitre. 15th century artwork of a man with an enlarged thyroid gland (goitre). The thyroid is an endocrine gland found in the neck

MAP OF THE WORLD, c1060. Map of the world, centering on Jerusalem. Spanish manuscript illumination, c1060, from the work of Beatus of Liebana (c730-c800)

Typical half timbered houses, old town, Rennes, Brittany, France, Europe

Medieval knight and his horse
Knight armed and mounted, ready for battle. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Saint Bonaventure, prelate of Seraphic Order. Digitally colored woodcut reproduction of a fresco by John of Florence

William the Conqueror
King of England William I, the Conqueror, carrying a sword. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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Danish Viking ship " Raven" at sea, showing oars and sails. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Dantes Inferno, suicides and the Harpies
Dantes Inferno. Canto XIII, line 11: Here [suicide tree] the brute Harpies make their nest (at right: Dante and Virgil). Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)

Scene from Song of Roland
Roland blowing his warhorn in battle against the Saracens at Roncesvalle, 789 AD. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The four humours, 16th century artwork
The four humours, coloured historical artwork. Here, the head of Christ is surrounded by four male figures, who are personifications of the four humours

Barber-surgeons, satirical artwork
Barber-surgeons. Satirical artwork depicting barber-surgeons and their patients as monkeys. At bottom, the barber role is being performed, while at top the surgical and medical roles are shown

Gutenberg Bible page
Page of the Gutenburg Bible. Color lithograph reproduction of the document

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Leif Erikssen off the coast of Vineland in a Viking landing boat. Hand-colored photogravure of a 19th-century illustration

Norman Invasion of England, 1066
Taillefer rousing the French army by singing the Song of Roland at the Battle of Hastings, 1066. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of the Americas, 1660
17th century map of the Americas. Published in Amsterdam in 1660, this map by the Dutch cartographer Frederick de Witt (1630-1706) shows the geography of the Americas

Bruges, Belgium night scene on the Rozenhoedkaai River

Charlemagne - the first Holy Roman Emperor, published in 1868
Charlemagne (Charles the Great, Latin: Carolus Magnus, possibly 742 - 814), King of the Franks from 768 on and Emperor of the Romans (Imperator Romanorum) from 800 to his death in 814

Antique map of Cambridgeshire
An antique map of Cambridgeshire 1840.ašJames Pigot (1794-1842)aš showing the whole county and all its major towns and cities.Pigot started as an engraver for Deans Manchester Directory

Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Cochem, Eltz Castle

Illustration of peasants arriving at a medieval castle to buy and sell in the courtyard market

South American cannibals, 16th century
South American cannibals. 16th-century artwork of indigenous people of South American dismembering and roasting their slain enemies

16th-century medical astrology
Medical astrology. 16th-century artwork of Zodiac Man, a male body labelled with the twelve signs of the zodiac. This artwork was published in Freiburg in 1503 in the encyclopedia Margarita

Medical zodiac, 15th century diagram
Medical zodiac. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating how the human body relates to the zodiac signs. Such information was used in medical practices, such as bloodletting

Medical prescription, satirical artwork
Medical prescription. Satirical artwork titled Of Prescribing Foolishly, showing a patient in bed with a doctor in a fools hat (right) holding aloft a proposed treatment

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"Exploring the Middle Ages: A Journey Through Time" Step into history with a glimpse of the Middle Ages, an era filled with captivating tales and remarkable achievements. From Al-Idrisi's world map in 1154 to an antique map showcasing Britain under the Anglo Saxons, these artifacts transport us back to a time of great exploration and discovery. Delve into the intriguing aspects of daily life during this period as you encounter fascinating relics such as the medieval urine wheel, which reveals insights into medical practices of that time. Marvel at the intricate illustrations found in the Book of Kells, like St. Matthew brought to life on its pages, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and devotion. The Bayeux Tapestry takes center stage as it portrays one of history's most significant events – the Norman Conquest. This masterpiece offers a visual narrative that captivates audiences even today. Travel through England in 1066 using an ancient map that highlights key locations during this pivotal year. Or journey further north to Fyvie Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland – a majestic fortress standing tall since medieval times. Witness how Britain looked in 597 AD through another historical map or explore Medieval Europe at the dawn of Crusades when faith and conflict intertwined across nations. Venture beyond European borders with Marco Polo leaving Venice in the 1300s – embark on his legendary travels along trade routes that connected civilizations far and wide. Discover Medieval Spain and Portugal through yet another enchanting map – uncover their rich cultural heritage shaped by diverse influences throughout centuries. As we immerse ourselves in these remnants from long ago, let us appreciate how they offer glimpses into humanity's past struggles, triumphs, artistry, and resilience. The Middle Ages continue to intrigue us with their complexities while reminding us of our shared human experience across time.