Saxon Collection (#6)

Costume of a Saxon chief (coloured engraving)
821968 Costume of a Saxon chief (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a Saxon chief)

Paying rent in Saxon times, 1920s (litho)
833010 Paying rent in Saxon times, 1920s (litho) by Prater, Ernest (fl.1885-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation)

Jewellery, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)
2771120 Jewellery, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

Antiquities recently added to the British Museum (engraving)
2772688 Antiquities recently added to the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antiquities recently added to the British Museum)

Font in the Saxon church of St. Marys at Deerhurst, Gloucestershire, England, scene of a treaty between Canute and Edmund Ironside in 1016. Date: circa 1920s

Varieties of Races in England and Wales (engraving)
1612894 Varieties of Races in England and Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Varieties of Races in England and Wales)

Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriar s
Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriars Bridge. Chair-mender repairing a chair seat with rushes in Punyer Alley 46

Fire-Engine, Drawing Goods on a Truck, East India
The Fire-Engine, Drawing Goods on a Truck, East India House and London Stone. London fire brigade pumping water on a fire 26

Womens headdresses from the mid-15th century. Top maiden from St. Martins Church, Oberwesel, and bottom woman from the Basilica of St. Cunibert, Cologne

Carriage of the Saxon minister, M. de Gersdorff, in Queen Victorias coronation parade. Handcoloured aquatint engraving from Fores Correct Representation of the State Procession on the Occasion of

Carriage of the Greek Minister in Queen Victoria s
Carriage of the Greek Minister, Prince Michael Soutzo, in Queen Victorias coronation parade. Handcoloured aquatint engraving from Fores Correct Representation of the State Procession on the Occasion

Baptism of the Saxons conquered by Charlemagne, from
478243 Baptism of the Saxons conquered by Charlemagne, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, published London c.1880 (litho) by French School

Tomb of Saxon leader Widukind, died 785
Tomb of Widukind, died 785. Leader of the Saxons and chief opponent of the Frankish king Charlemagne during the Saxon Wars. Sepolcro di Vitichindo

Saxon, shears, marsh dagger, brown-spot pinion, white-line
Saxon moth, Hyppa rectilinea 1, shears moth, Hada plebeja 2, 3, marsh dagger, Acronicta strigosa 4, brown-spot pinion, Agrochola litura 5, white-line dart, Euxoa nigrofusca 6, Opigena polygona 7

Grey shoulder knot, flounced chestnut and conformist
Grey shoulder knot, Lithophane ornitopus 1, 2, flounced chestnut, Agrochola helvola 3-5, conformist, Lithophane furcifera 6-9

Window depicting Edward the Confessor and King Edmund (stained glass)
PC345087 Window depicting Edward the Confessor and King Edmund (stained glass) by English School, (14th century); Exeter Cathedral, Devon, UK; English, out of copyright

Alfred the Great (849-99) King of Wessex, engraved by the artist (engraving)
STC99253 Alfred the Great (849-99) King of Wessex, engraved by the artist (engraving) by Vertue, George (1684-1756); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Anglo-Saxon Relics, Personal Ornaments of Gold and Bronze. Enamelled ring of King Ethelwulf, enamelled brooch set with garnets, engraved pins, enamelled bronze cross with gold mount, gold cross

The different peoples of Europe, c. 1810 (colour litho)
CHT218586 The different peoples of Europe, c.1810 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Noble Lady and Warrior (lithograph)
5999289 Noble Lady and Warrior (lithograph) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Noble Lady and Warrior)

Comic Early English History: Vortigern, Rowena, Ambrosius Aurelius, Ella, Cymen, Wlenking, Cissa (colour litho)
5999163 Comic Early English History: Vortigern, Rowena, Ambrosius Aurelius, Ella, Cymen, Wlenking, Cissa (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vortigern)

Two Maps of England showing the Advance of the Anglo-Saxons (litho)
6013131 Two Maps of England showing the Advance of the Anglo-Saxons (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Norse Battle-Song (engraving)
6021180 Norse Battle-Song (engraving) by Lawson, John (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norse Battle-Song. Sword)

Idols of the Saxons, the idol Friga (engraving)
6001103 Idols of the Saxons, the idol Friga (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Idols of the Saxons, the idol Friga)

Idols of the Saxons, the idol of the Moon (engraving)
6001091 Idols of the Saxons, the idol of the Moon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Idols of the Saxons, the idol of the Moon)

Opening of the circus season in the Metropolis (b / w photo)
6002651 Opening of the circus season in the Metropolis (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the circus season in the Metropolis)

Last phase of the Battle of Assendun (Essendune) on 18 October 1016, with the defeat of King Edmund Ironside of England by the Danes led by Cnut (Canute)

Venerable Bede finishing his translation of St Johns Gospel into Anglo-Saxon, not long before he died. Date: 735

St Marylebone Workhouse Infirmary, Rackham Street
The St Marylebone Workhouse Infirmary, Rackham Street, London. It was designed by Henry Saxon Snell. Date: 1881

A pair of strap-ends, from Ipsden Heath, Oxfordshire, Late Anglo-Saxon
AMQ118632 A pair of strap-ends, from Ipsden Heath, Oxfordshire, Late Anglo-Saxon, 9th century (silver with gold inlay) by Anglo-Saxon; length: c.5.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Hermensul or Irmensul (left) and Crodon (right) idols of the ancient Saxons
STC214467 Hermensul or Irmensul (left) and Crodon (right) idols of the ancient Saxons, after a woodcut in the Annales Circuli Westphaliae by Herman Stangefol

Edgar the Pacific being rowed down the River Dee by Eight Tributary Princes
STC385211 Edgar the Pacific being rowed down the River Dee by Eight Tributary Princes, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Jewelled disc pendants, Anglo-Saxon (gold, silver gilt and semi-precious stones)
AMQ118647 Jewelled disc pendants, Anglo-Saxon (gold, silver gilt and semi-precious stones) by Anglo-Saxon; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Jewelled pendant cross, from Ixworth, Suffolk; and jewelled disc brooch, from Sarre, Kent
AMQ118642 Jewelled pendant cross, from Ixworth, Suffolk; and jewelled disc brooch, from Sarre, Kent, Anglo-Saxon (gold, silver, garnets and shell) by Anglo-Saxon; length: 4.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Jewelled disc brooch, from Sarre, Kent, Anglo-Saxon (gold with silver, garnets and shell)
AMQ118639 Jewelled disc brooch, from Sarre, Kent, Anglo-Saxon (gold with silver, garnets and shell) by Anglo-Saxon; diam. 6.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Jewelled disc brooch, from Grave 3 at Monkton, Kent, Anglo-Saxon
AMQ118637 Jewelled disc brooch, from Grave 3 at Monkton, Kent, Anglo-Saxon (gold with garnets and shell) by Anglo-Saxon; diam

Bracteate pendant, from Faversham, Kent, Anglo-Saxon (gold)
AMQ118635 Bracteate pendant, from Faversham, Kent, Anglo-Saxon (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

A pair of saucer brooches and a square-headed brooch, found at Fairford, Gloucestershire
AMQ118634 A pair of saucer brooches and a square-headed brooch, found at Fairford, Gloucestershire, Anglo-Saxon, 5th-6th century (gilt copper alloy) by Anglo-Saxon; Ashmolean Museum

The Old Churchyard, Stirling, 1835 (oil on canvas)
STI135461 The Old Churchyard, Stirling, 1835 (oil on canvas) by Mitchell, Robert (fl.1782-1835); 75x96 cm; Smith Art Gallery and Museum, Stirling

The British Valhalla -- King Canute (Cnut) the Great, a suggestion for the scheme to decorate the newly built Houses of Parliament with frescoes

The British Valhalla -- King Alfred reading to his mother, Queen Osburh or Osburga, a suggestion for the scheme to decorate the newly built Houses of Parliament with frescoes. 9th century

Saxon slingers and archer, 8th century
Saxon with slingshot used for hunting, method of slinging a shot, and archer and slingers with slings with sticks in a castle tower, 8th century

Saxon bow and arrow, 10th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England, Chatto and Windus, London, 1876

Saxon archers with bow, arrows and quiver, 8th century
Saxon archer with bow and arrow, brace of birds in his belt, and Saxon archer with bow, quiver, and hunting dog, 8th century

Saxon archers and slingers
Saxon archers with bow and hunting dog, 8th century (top), Saxon bow and arrow 10th century (middle), and Saxon slinger with slingshot used for hunting and warfare, 8th century

Hawking scene, 9th century
Hawking scene: Saxon nobleman on horseback with falconer releasing birds near a river bank, 9th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports

Hawking scenes, 9th and 14th century
Hawking scenes: Saxon noble and falconer from the 9th century (middle), and ladies and men hawking with falcons and prey from the 14th century (top, bottom)

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"Saxon: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Anglo-Saxon Britain" Step into a bygone era with an antique map of Britain under the Anglo Saxons, where history comes alive. Explore the intricate details of the Bayeaux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest, a masterpiece that tells tales of conquest and change. Delve into the mysteries surrounding Sutton Hoo ship burial J910330, a remarkable archaeological find that offers glimpses into ancient rituals and beliefs. The Battle of Hastings depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry takes center stage, showcasing King Harold's foot soldiers armed with spears and battle axes. Witness their valiant efforts as they clash against William the Conqueror's forces in this pivotal moment in history. Discover St Swithin / Dudley / Maxims, remnants from a time when saints held great influence over society. Marvel at St Albans Abbey 1802, an architectural gem that stands as a testament to centuries-old devotion. Journey northwards to Lindisfarne Priory Stone J880193, where spirituality intertwined with artistry on these sacred grounds. Learn about King Harold II (Harold Godwinson), whose reign was cut short tragically during his fateful encounter at Hastings. Lastly, witness the poignant scene depicting Death of King Harold on the Bayeux Tapestry - an emotional portrayal capturing both triumph and tragedy amidst Normandy's picturesque landscapes. Join us on this captivating journey through time as we unravel stories etched within these historical artifacts - each offering invaluable insights into our collective pasts. The legacy culture lives on; its impact reverberates throughout Europe even today.