Minnesinger Collection

KNIGHT. The minnesinger Wachsmut von Kunzingen, in an illumination for the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

Knight with Eagle Crest
Hartmann von Aue, German epic poet and minnesinger, died between 1210 and 1220. Famous for the epic poems Erec, Iwein, Gregorius and Der Arme Heinrich

Reinmar of Hagenau, also known as Reinmar the Elder, 12th century German Minnesinger
527994 Reinmar of Hagenau, also known as Reinmar the Elder, 12th century German Minnesinger, playing a small stringed instrument, possibly a vielle

Verses of a song by Walther von der Vogelweide
Two verses of the song Wenn die Blumen aus dem Grase dringen (When the flowers sprout through the grass) by the German poet and minnesinger Walther von der Vogelweide (c1170-c1230). Date: circa 1230

Minstrel - male costume of 15th century (engraving)
3780424 Minstrel - male costume of 15th century (engraving); (add.info.: Shown playing harp, wearing scarlet tunic with dagged-edged sleeves, parti-coloured leggings and a black hat. c)

Poetical and Musical Congress, Wartburg, 1207, illustration from
XJF147314 Poetical and Musical Congress, Wartburg, 1207, illustration from Science and Literature in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, written and engraved by Paul Lacroix

Von Wengen, copy of f. 300r from the Codex Manesse (colour litho)
2902710 Von Wengen, copy of f.300r from the Codex Manesse (colour litho) by German School, (14th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Von Wengen (Burchard, fl)

Memorial stone at Brixen Cathedral of the German poet and diplomat Oswald von Wolkenstein (engraving)
3647880 Memorial stone at Brixen Cathedral of the German poet and diplomat Oswald von Wolkenstein (engraving) by German School

Oswald von Wolkenstein, German poet, composer and diplomat (engraving)
5208049 Oswald von Wolkenstein, German poet, composer and diplomat (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oswald von Wolkenstein (1376-1445), German poet

Walther van der Vogelweide (1165 - 1230) German minnesinger

Fragment of a Minnesinger manuscript
A fragment of a Minnesinger manuscript by Schenken von Limburg. Date: mid 14th century

Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). of the court of Henr
Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). German poet of the court of Henry IV. The poet with his beloved holding a dog in her lap, a symbol of fidelity. Fol

Wolfram von Eschenbach, c. ?1160 / 80 - c. ?1220. German knight and poet. After a miniature in the Codex Manesse, c
Wolfram von Eschenbach, c.?1160/80 - c.?1220. German knight and poet. After a miniature in the Codex Manesse, c.1300

Ulrich von Liechtenstein (12001278) on a trip. Codex Manes
Ulrich von Liechtenstein (12001278), medieval nobleman, knight, politician, and minnesanger. Ulrich on a trip. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 237r

Detail of the Landgraves Fresco, Wartburg Castle, c. 1855 (fresco)
XPH311151 Detail of the Landgraves Fresco, Wartburg Castle, c.1855 (fresco) by Schwind, Moritz Ludwig von (1804-71); Sammlungen auf der Wartburg, Eisenach

Ulrich von Liechtenstein, German Minnesanger
Ulrich von Liechtenstein, German nobleman, knight, politician and Minnesinger (writer and performer of love songs)

German Theatre Costume - Tannhauser als Saenger und als Pilger (Tannhauser as Singer and as Pilgrim). He was a German Minnesinger and poet, dating back to the 13th century

Vogelweide Home
Der Vogelweidhof : the home of minnesinger WALTHER VAN DER VOGELWEIDE. Date: CIRCA 1

Ulrich Falls
ULRICH von LICHTENSTEIN The German minnesinger has a romantic, but probably painful adventure... Date: 1200 - 1276

Detail of Der Saengerkreis, Wartburg Castle, c. 1845 / 55 (fresco)
XPH311157 Detail of Der Saengerkreis, Wartburg Castle, c.1845/55 (fresco) by Schwind, Moritz Ludwig von (1804-71); Sammlungen auf der Wartburg, Eisenach

KNIGHT. The minnesinger Herzog von Anhalt in a tournament: illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The Baron of Rietenburg and his page in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The minnesinger Heinrich von Veldeke in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

Reinmar of Hagenau, also known as Reinmar the Elder, 12th century German Minnesinger, playing a small stringed instrument, possibly a vielle. Wood engraving after a 13th century manuscript

The lame, the halt, the blind and the leprous seeking medical consultation with the German physician
HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The lame, the halt, the blind and the leprous seeking medical consultation with the German physician

MINNESINGER, 14th CENTURY. The minnesinger Schenke von Limburg in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The minnesinger Kristan von Hamle in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript illumination

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The schoolmaster and minnesinger of Esslingen in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript illumination

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The minnesinger Hugo von Werbenwag in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, C. 14th. The minnesinger Hiltbold von Schwangau in an illumination from the early 14th century great
HEIDELBERG LIEDER, C.14th. The minnesinger Hiltbold von Schwangau in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript

MINNESINGER, 14th CENTURY. The minnesinger Heinrich von Rugge in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The minnesinger Dietmar der Sezzer in a tournament in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

GERMAN MINNESINGER 14th C. The minnesinger Alram von Gresten, in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, C. 14th. The minnesinger Graf Kraft von Toggenburg in an illumination from the early 14th century
HEIDELBERG LIEDER, C.14th. The minnesinger Graf Kraft von Toggenburg in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript

MINNESINGER LIEDER. The minnesinger Rudolf von Rotenberg. Illumination from the great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript, early 14th century

HEIDELBERG LIEDER. The minnesinger Heinrich von Meissen, called Frauenlob (Praiser of Ladies), playing the fiddle with bagpipes and psaltery to the right and a shawmist behind him

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The minnesinger Der von Johansdorf in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

KNIGHT, 14th CENTURY. The minnesinger Herzog Heinrich von Breslau receiving the victors wreath at the end of a tournament. Illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The minnesinger Konrad von Altstetten in the arms of his lady-love and feeding a falcon. Early 14th century Heidelberg Lieder manuscript illumination

MINNESINGER LIEDER. The minnesinger Alarm von Gresten. Illumination from the great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript, early 14th century

HEIDELBERG LIEDER, 14th C. The minnesinger Walther von der Vogelweide in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript illumination

Bolzano, Italy (2 / 3)
Waltherplatz - Bolzano (or Bozen in German) - a city and comune in the Trentino-Alto Adige/Sudtirol region of Italy in the far north east of the country

Bolzano, Italy (1 / 3)
Waltherplatz - Bolzano (or Bozen in German) - a city and comune in the Trentino-Alto Adige/Sudtirol region of Italy in the far north east of the country

HEIDELBERG LIEDER. The minnesinger Werner von Teufen in an illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder ms

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The minnesinger, a knightly poet and musician of the Middle Ages, held a significant role in the cultural landscape. Wachsmut von Kunzingen, depicted in an exquisite 14th-century illumination from the Heidelberg Lieder manuscript, exemplifies their artistry. With an eagle crest adorning his helmet, this minstrel captivated audiences with verses composed by renowned poets like Walther von der Vogelweide. Bernger Von Horheim, a courtier during Henry's reign in the late 12th century, also embraced this poetic tradition. His lyrical talents echoed through time alongside Ulrich von Liechtenstein's enchanting melodies as he embarked on a memorable journey chronicled in Codex Manesse. Intriguingly, depictions of minstrels' attire reveal their significance beyond mere words. A male costume from the 15th century showcases their distinctive appearance while performing for noble patrons and common folk alike. One notable event that celebrated these troubadours was the Poetical and Musical Congress at Wartburg Castle in 1207. This gathering brought together illustrious figures who shared their artistic prowess to inspire others. Walther von der Vogelweide himself is immortalized in portraits such as those found within the Tannhauser Saga. These paintings capture his essence as he passionately sings tales of love and chivalry. Oswald von Wolkenstein's legacy lives on through a memorial stone at Brixen Cathedral—a testament to his contributions as both poet and diplomat. Meanwhile, Tannhauser confesses his sins to Pope Urban IV amidst captivating scenes from the saga bearing his name—an enduring tale that resonates with audiences even today. Hermann von Thuringen's act of returning Aneide—newly discovered manuscript—to its rightful poet signifies not only reverence for literary treasures but also camaraderie among fellow minnesingers.