Saracen Collection

The Battle of Montgisard, 25th November 1177, c. 1842 (oil on canvas)
XIR200589 The Battle of Montgisard, 25th November 1177, c.1842 (oil on canvas) by Lariviere, Charles-Philippe (1798-1876); 314x563 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Three Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineer craftsmen
Photograph of three Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineer craftsmen repairing the engine of an A Squadron, 15/19th Kings Royal Hussars Saracen Armoured Personnel Carrier, Malaya

Standard bearers, drummers and trumpeters of a Saracen army mounted on camels and horses
534275 Standard bearers, drummers and trumpeters of a Saracen army mounted on camels and horses. 13th century (Arab manuscript); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Representation of Cid, Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (1043-1099), spanish knight hero of the Reconquista during the siege of
AIS5357481 Representation of Cid, Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (1043-1099), spanish knight hero of the Reconquista during the siege of Valencia against the Saracens in 1099; © Iberfoto.

An Excursion from Tunis to Zowan - Roman and Saracen Entrance-Gate to Zowan...1858. Creator: Unknown
An Excursion from Tunis to Zowan - Roman and Saracen Entrance-Gate to Zowan, fifty miles south from Carthage, 1858. Engraving from a sketch by Mr

Illustration for History of the First Crusades, 1800. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for History of the First Crusades, 1800. The children of the Crusaders and the Saracens become soldiers and fight with each other

Saracen, 1891 May 12. Creator: Unknown
Saracen, 1891 May 12

Richard I, Coeur de Lion at the Battle of Arsuf, 1191, (c1880). A 19th century romanticisation of the Crusades. Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199)

King Richard I (1157-1199) at the Battle of Jaffa, 1192. The Battle of Jaffa took place during the Crusades, as one of a series of campaigns between Saladins army

The Siege of Antioch during the First Crusade, ca 1200. Artist: Anonymous
The Siege of Antioch during the First Crusade, ca 1200. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The Capture of Acre, c1191, (15th century). Artist: Vincent of Beauvais
The Capture of Acre, c1191, (15th century). Illuminated text page showing the Capture of Acre, (now part of Israel) during the 1st Crusade (c1191)

The trees of Belvedere San Costabile in Cilento, Castellabate, Salerno province, Campania region, Italy, Europe

The view of the Cilentan Coast from Belvedere San Costabile, Cilento, Salerno province, Campania, Italy

Decorative cast iron electric lamp pillar with drinking fountain for horses and driver, dog trough optional. Date: 1906

Cast iron circular horse trough with drinking fountain. Date: 1906

Case iron circular horse trough with drinking fountain. Date: 1906

Public cast iron water trough for horses, dogs and driver. Date: 1906

Charles Martel halts the advance of the Saracen forces at the Battle of Tours. Date: 10th October 732

Baroque : The defeat of the Saracens par Valdes Leal, Juan de (1622-1690), 1653. Oil on canvas, 250x225
FIA5406078 Baroque : The defeat of the Saracens par Valdes Leal, Juan de (1622-1690), 1653. Oil on canvas, 250x225. Ayuntamiento de Sevilla by Valdes Leal, Juan de (1622-90); Ayuntamiento de Sevilla

Saracens Landing in Crete, Abu Hafs orders the torching of his fleet, Fol
IND134608 Saracens Landing in Crete, Abu Hafs orders the torching of his fleet, Fol. 39r from Chapter III of the Madrid Skylitzes (vellum) by Byzantine School, (12th century); Biblioteca Nacional

Siege and assault of the city of Belina, defended by King Aynart, from the manuscript
IND364406 Siege and assault of the city of Belina, defended by King Aynart, from the manuscript, Gran conquista de ultramar (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

The Saracen horde departing for battle, from a manuscript of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, by Alfonso the Wise (vellum)
IND351682 The Saracen horde departing for battle, from a manuscript of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, by Alfonso the Wise (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial

The Siege of Antioch by the troops of Godfrey of Bouillon during the First Crusade
IND325861 The Siege of Antioch by the troops of Godfrey of Bouillon during the First Crusade, miniature from The Creation of the World to the Conquest of the Holy Land

Ms 5089-90 Battle between Saracens and Christians during the Crusades, from Chroniques des empereurs by David Aubert
CHT174689 Ms 5089-90 Battle between Saracens and Christians during the Crusades, from Chroniques des empereurs by David Aubert, 1462 (vellum) by Brabant School

Ms 5089-90 The Battle between King Baldwin I (c. 1058-1118) and the Turks
CHT174688 Ms 5089-90 The Battle between King Baldwin I (c.1058-1118) and the Turks, from Chroniques des empereurs by David Aubert, 1462 (vellum) by Brabant School

Leo IIIs victory over the Saracens at Constantinople, 717 AD, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations
STC358091 Leo IIIs victory over the Saracens at Constantinople, 717 AD, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Dudley

The Meeting of Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin, illustration from Stories of Royal Children from English History
IL197492 The Meeting of Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin, illustration from Stories of Royal Children from English History, by Doris Ashley, published by Raphael Tuck, 1920 (colour litho) by Davie

The Saracens Head (engraving)
7167153 The Saracens Head (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Saracens Head)

Saladin Yusuf (d. 1173) Sultan during Second Crusade, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F
KW219445 Saladin Yusuf (d.1173) Sultan during Second Crusade, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F. Michaud, 1877 (litho) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection

Arab soldiers defending the fortified city from the attack of the Castile Arm
AIS5346318 Arab soldiers defending the fortified city from the attack of the Castile Arm. Miniature draws from the hymn of Sainte Marie, 13th century

The Saracen mother recognising her husband Gilbert a Becket (chromolitho)
7157049 The Saracen mother recognising her husband Gilbert a Becket (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A horseback fight between Christian knights and Sarrazins, 12th-13th century (fresco)
6646941 A horseback fight between Christian knights and Sarrazins, 12th-13th century (fresco) by Unknown Artist, (12th century); ChAteau Comtal de Carcassonne

Saracens and Crusaders, c. 1846. Creator: Style of Theodore Chasseriau
Saracens and Crusaders, c. 1846

Detail of a gilded wooden box representing a king and a Saracen chief fighting each other
AIS5355350 Detail of a gilded wooden box representing a king and a Saracen chief fighting each other, Catalan school, 14th century (gilded wood) by Catalan School, (14th century); Diocesan Museum

Attack of the Saracens on the Island of Malta, defended by the Knights Hospitaller in
LSE3495922 Attack of the Saracens on the Island of Malta, defended by the Knights Hospitaller in 1565 (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (17th century); 99x74 cm; Museum of Fine Art

Mausoleum of Tamerlane at Samarkand (engraving)
3656026 Mausoleum of Tamerlane at Samarkand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mausoleum of Tamerlane at Samarkand)

View of Mecca in the 17th Century (engraving)
3656020 View of Mecca in the 17th Century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Mecca in the 17th Century)

Conflict between Godfrey de Bouillon and the Saracen, at Antioch (coloured engraving)
2813469 Conflict between Godfrey de Bouillon and the Saracen, at Antioch (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rinaldo and Armida in Her Garden, 1742-45 (oil on canvas)
2968159 Rinaldo and Armida in Her Garden, 1742-45 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 186.7x259.4 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Detail of Cantiga 28 depicting soldiers encircling Constantinople which was in the hands
XIR159321 Detail of Cantiga 28 depicting soldiers encircling Constantinople which was in the hands of the Christians, written in Galacian for Alfonso X (1221-84) the Wise (vellum) by Spanish School

Fr 22495 f. 235v, Battle of Jerusalem in 1187, from Le Roman de Godefroi de Bouillon
EDI42103 Fr 22495 f.235v, Battle of Jerusalem in 1187, from Le Roman de Godefroi de Bouillon (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Illustration for Sir Walter Scotts The Talisman (colour litho)
5993832 Illustration for Sir Walter Scotts The Talisman (colour litho) by Vedder, Simon Harmon (1866-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

F. 117r Messengers telling Charlemagne of the victory over the Saracens
XTR162949 F.117r Messengers telling Charlemagne of the victory over the Saracens, from the Grandes Chroniques de France, 1375-79 (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Municipale

Knights Templar before Jerusalem, from Le Roman de Godefroi de Bouillon (vellum)
EDI193074 Knights Templar before Jerusalem, from Le Roman de Godefroi de Bouillon (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Advert, Walter Macfarlane & Co, Glasgow, Scotland
Advert for Walter Macfarlane & Co, Architectural Ironfounders, Saracen Foundry, Glasgow, Scotland. 1905

Medieval tilting games or quintain
Boy on rolling trestle with spear tilting at a fixed quintain (top), soldier in armour attacking a pel quintain (left) and a saracen quintain (right)

A Berber Woman (engraving)
3656027 A Berber Woman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Berber Woman. Illustration for The Saracens by Arthur Gilman (T Fisher Unwin)

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"Saracen: A Historical Journey through Battles and Innovations" Step back in time to witness the Battle of Montgisard on 25th November 1177, beautifully depicted in this c. 1842 oil on canvas artwork. Marvel at the craftsmanship of Three Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineer craftsmen, who skillfully blend artistry with functionality. Imagine a world where "If all the World" could be illuminated by decorative cast iron electric lamp pillars with drinking fountains for horses and drivers, even featuring optional dog troughs. This remarkable creation dates back to 1906. Transport yourself to that era as you encounter cast iron circular horse troughs with drinking fountains, providing refreshment for our loyal equine companions. These timeless structures were also crafted in 1906. Witness the compassion shown towards animals as you come across public cast iron water troughs designed not only for horses but also dogs and their drivers. Dating back to 1906, these thoughtful installations served both man and beast alike. Reflect upon history's turning points as Charles Martel halts the advance forces during the Battle of Tours on 10th October 732. This pivotal event shaped Europe's destiny forever. Feel your heart race alongside Richard I, Coeur de Lion at the Battle of Arsuf in 1191 (c1880), capturing his bravery amidst fierce combat during one of history's most legendary conflicts. Admire yet another masterpiece from 1906 - a decorative cast iron electric lamp pillar accompanied by a drinking fountain catering not only to horses and drivers but also their faithful canine companions. Truly an embodiment of elegance merged with practicality. Join King Richard I (1157-1199) at the Battle of Jaffa in 1192 as he valiantly leads his troops against formidable adversaries, leaving an indelible mark on medieval warfare tactics.