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13th Century Collection (#6)

Step back in time to the 13th century, a period of great cultural and historical significance

Background image13th Century Collection: If there had been a floord at Runnymede when King John was about to sign Magna Carta (engraving)

If there had been a floord at Runnymede when King John was about to sign Magna Carta (engraving)
8672620 If there had been a floord at Runnymede when King John was about to sign Magna Carta (engraving) by Downey, Thomas Edward (1852-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image13th Century Collection: English Period Costumes: A Lady, Thirteenth Century (colour litho)

English Period Costumes: A Lady, Thirteenth Century (colour litho)
8668183 English Period Costumes: A Lady, Thirteenth Century (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Lady, Thirteenth Century)

Background image13th Century Collection: David surrounds his musicians. Illustration taken from the 'Bible of Citeaux' by Etienne Harding

David surrounds his musicians. Illustration taken from the "Bible of Citeaux" by Etienne Harding (died 1134)
JEB4962334 David surrounds his musicians. Illustration taken from the "Bible of Citeaux" by Etienne Harding (died 1134)

Background image13th Century Collection: 13th century boat with gunman and combat stern. 19th century colour engraving

13th century boat with gunman and combat stern. 19th century colour engraving
NWI4963650 13th century boat with gunman and combat stern. 19th century colour engraving.; (add.info.: 13th century boat with gunman and combat stern)

Background image13th Century Collection: Portrait of St. Albert the Great (1200-1280) in the Cathedral of St

Portrait of St. Albert the Great (1200-1280) in the Cathedral of St. Peter of Regensburg, Germany, 1260-1263
ELD4900926 Portrait of St. Albert the Great (1200-1280) in the Cathedral of St. Peter of Regensburg, Germany, 1260-1263. 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Background image13th Century Collection: Tapestry illustrating Tarquinius Priscus. ca. 1475 (tapestry)

Tapestry illustrating Tarquinius Priscus. ca. 1475 (tapestry)
CUL4899025 Tapestry illustrating Tarquinius Priscus. ca. 1475 (tapestry); (add.info.: Tarquinius Priscus. ca. 1475. History of the founder and fifth king of Rome according to the account of Livy)

Background image13th Century Collection: Thomas Becket and his escort in France came to ask the hand of Margaret of France for Henry

Thomas Becket and his escort in France came to ask the hand of Margaret of France for Henry the Younger
ELD4897160 Thomas Becket and his escort in France came to ask the hand of Margaret of France for Henry the Younger, son of King Henry II of England

Background image13th Century Collection: Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of the Tiger

Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of the Tiger. Romanesque mosaic of the four rivers, 12th century
JEB4853899 Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of the Tiger. Romanesque mosaic of the four rivers, 12th century, pavement of the altar of the chapel of Saint Nicholas

Background image13th Century Collection: Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of the Euphrates

Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of the Euphrates. Romanesque mosaic of the four rivers, 12th century
JEB4853870 Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of the Euphrates. Romanesque mosaic of the four rivers, 12th century, pavement of the altar of the chapel of Saint Nicholas

Background image13th Century Collection: Cloister, Monreale Cathedral or Cathedral of Santa Maria Nuova, Monreale, Sicily, Italy, Europe

Cloister, Monreale Cathedral or Cathedral of Santa Maria Nuova, Monreale, Sicily, Italy, Europe
IMB4860841 Cloister, Monreale Cathedral or Cathedral of Santa Maria Nuova, Monreale, Sicily, Italy, Europe; (add.info.: Cloister, Monreale Cathedral or Cathedral of Santa Maria Nuova, Monreale)

Background image13th Century Collection: Yurt of Tartares in the Middle Ages carried by a tank. Colourful engraving from the 19th century

Yurt of Tartares in the Middle Ages carried by a tank. Colourful engraving from the 19th century
NWI4859748 Yurt of Tartares in the Middle Ages carried by a tank. Colourful engraving from the 19th century.; (add.info.: Yurt of Tartares in the Middle Ages carried by a tank)

Background image13th Century Collection: Gothic architecture. Life of Our Lord (detail): The Virgin and Child. 1140

Gothic architecture. Life of Our Lord (detail): The Virgin and Child. 1140. Stained glass of the Royal Portal
JEB4845289 Gothic architecture. Life of Our Lord (detail): The Virgin and Child. 1140. Stained glass of the Royal Portal. Cathedrale de Chartres.; (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

Background image13th Century Collection: Basse-Alsace (Woman of the bourgeoisie and man of the lower classes in the 12th century)

Basse-Alsace (Woman of the bourgeoisie and man of the lower classes in the 12th century, Lower Alsace, France)
ELD4847998 Basse-Alsace (Woman of the bourgeoisie and man of the lower classes in the 12th century, Lower Alsace, France)

Background image13th Century Collection: Representation of William of Tyre (1130-1184) preaching for a new crusade to King Philip Augustus

Representation of William of Tyre (1130-1184) preaching for a new crusade to King Philip Augustus
ELD4846685 Representation of William of Tyre (1130-1184) preaching for a new crusade to King Philip Augustus and King Henry II of England during the Treaty of Gisors on 28/06/1180

Background image13th Century Collection: Saint Bernard of Clairvaux prepped the second crusade in 1146, 19th century (engraving)

Saint Bernard of Clairvaux prepped the second crusade in 1146, 19th century (engraving)
PCT4262497 Saint Bernard of Clairvaux prepped the second crusade in 1146, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Saint Bernard of Clairvaux (San Bernardo di Chiaravalle) (1090-1153)

Background image13th Century Collection: Origin of the expression 'make strike', the people who have been united since the 12th century

Origin of the expression "make strike", the people who have been united since the 12th century on the Place
ELD4949839 Origin of the expression "make strike", the people who have been united since the 12th century on the Place de la Greve in Paris

Background image13th Century Collection: Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame

Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame (Notre-Dame)
JEB4942787 Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame (Notre-Dame) of Surgeres (17700)

Background image13th Century Collection: Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame

Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame (Notre-Dame)
JEB4942716 Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame (Notre-Dame) of Surgeres (17700)

Background image13th Century Collection: Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame

Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame (Notre-Dame)
JEB4942709 Romanesque art: marquee detail depicting monsters wings - Main facade of the church Notre Dame (Notre-Dame) of Surgeres (17700)

Background image13th Century Collection: Romanesque art: view of the facade of the church of Notre Dame de Surgeres (17700)

Romanesque art: view of the facade of the church of Notre Dame de Surgeres (17700), Charente-Maritime
JEB4942576 Romanesque art: view of the facade of the church of Notre Dame de Surgeres (17700), Charente-Maritime; (add.info.: Romanesque art)

Background image13th Century Collection: Middle Ages: representation of Pope Innocenzo III (Innocentius) (1198-1216)

Middle Ages: representation of Pope Innocenzo III (Innocentius) (1198-1216)
NWI4940547 Middle Ages: representation of Pope Innocenzo III (Innocentius) (1198-1216).; (add.info.: Middle Ages: representation of Pope Innocenzo III (Innocentius) (1198-1216)

Background image13th Century Collection: A dog tied by the neck to the tail of another animal - Mosaic of the choir built at

A dog tied by the neck to the tail of another animal - Mosaic of the choir built at the instigation of the eveque Guy
JEB4940067 A dog tied by the neck to the tail of another animal - Mosaic of the choir built at the instigation of the eveque Guy de Lons (died 1141)

Background image13th Century Collection: Portrait of Saint Bonaventure (Giovanni da Fidanza or Bonaventure de Bagnorea, circa 1220-1274)

Portrait of Saint Bonaventure (Giovanni da Fidanza or Bonaventure de Bagnorea, circa 1220-1274), theologian
NWI4940408 Portrait of Saint Bonaventure (Giovanni da Fidanza or Bonaventure de Bagnorea, circa 1220-1274), theologian, doctor of the Church (Seraphic Doctor)

Background image13th Century Collection: Portrait of Albert the Great (Albert Magnus 1206-1280), Dominican brother and German theologian

Portrait of Albert the Great (Albert Magnus 1206-1280), Dominican brother and German theologian. Colour engraving
NWI4940342 Portrait of Albert the Great (Albert Magnus 1206-1280), Dominican brother and German theologian. Colour engraving.; (add.info.: Portrait of Albert the Great (Albert Magnus 1206-1280)

Background image13th Century Collection: Vals Ariege Semi-rock church, dedicated to Saint Mary Fresco

Vals Ariege Semi-rock church, dedicated to Saint Mary Fresco: general view of the painted ceiling - 12th century
JEB4945530 Vals Ariege Semi-rock church, dedicated to Saint Mary Fresco: general view of the painted ceiling - 12th century; (add.info.: Vals Ariege Semi-rock church)

Background image13th Century Collection: Vals. Ariege 09500 - Semi-Rock Church, dedicated to Saint Mary Fresco

Vals. Ariege 09500 - Semi-Rock Church, dedicated to Saint Mary Fresco: Bath of the Child Jesus - 12th century
JEB4945458 Vals. Ariege 09500 - Semi-Rock Church, dedicated to Saint Mary Fresco: Bath of the Child Jesus - 12th century; (add.info.: Vals)

Background image13th Century Collection: Detail of exterior capiteau representing fantastic creatures

Detail of exterior capiteau representing fantastic creatures, church Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre) in Aulnay (17470)
JEB4943221 Detail of exterior capiteau representing fantastic creatures, church Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre) in Aulnay (17470)

Background image13th Century Collection: Detail of capiteau representing acrobats contorsionists, church Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre)

Detail of capiteau representing acrobats contorsionists, church Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre) in Aulnay (17470)
JEB4943173 Detail of capiteau representing acrobats contorsionists, church Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre) in Aulnay (17470), Charente-Maritime; (add.info)

Background image13th Century Collection: Main gate of the church of St. Peter (St. Peter) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres

Main gate of the church of St. Peter (St. Peter) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres
JEB4943739 Main gate of the church of St. Peter (St. Peter) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres; (add.info.: Main gate of the church of St. Peter (St)

Background image13th Century Collection: View on the eastern portal of the church of Saint Hilaire (Saint-Hilaire) in Melle (79500)

View on the eastern portal of the church of Saint Hilaire (Saint-Hilaire) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres
JEB4943630 View on the eastern portal of the church of Saint Hilaire (Saint-Hilaire) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres; (add.info)

Background image13th Century Collection: View on the nave of the church of Notre Dame, royal abbey of Celles sur Belle (Celles-sur-Belle)

View on the nave of the church of Notre Dame, royal abbey of Celles sur Belle (Celles-sur-Belle) (79370), Deux Sevres
JEB4943489 View on the nave of the church of Notre Dame, royal abbey of Celles sur Belle (Celles-sur-Belle) (79370), Deux Sevres; (add.info.: View on the nave of the church of Notre Dame)

Background image13th Century Collection: Detail of the central portal of the church of Saint Nicholas (Saint Nicholas) in Civray (86400)

Detail of the central portal of the church of Saint Nicholas (Saint Nicholas) in Civray (86400), 12th century Vienna
JEB4943811 Detail of the central portal of the church of Saint Nicholas (Saint Nicholas) in Civray (86400), 12th century Vienna; (add.info)

Background image13th Century Collection: View of the bedside of the church of Saint Peter (Saint Peter) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres

View of the bedside of the church of Saint Peter (Saint Peter) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres
JEB4943742 View of the bedside of the church of Saint Peter (Saint Peter) in Melle (79500), Deux Sevres; (add.info.: View of the bedside of the church of Saint Peter (Saint Peter) in Melle (79500)

Background image13th Century Collection: View of the western facade of the church of Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre) d'Aulnay (17470)

View of the western facade of the church of Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre) d'Aulnay (17470), Charente-Maritime
JEB4942998 View of the western facade of the church of Saint Pierre (Saint-Pierre) d'Aulnay (17470), Charente-Maritime; (add.info)

Background image13th Century Collection: Map of Scotland, England, Ireland in 1100 (Map of british islands, England)

Map of Scotland, England, Ireland in 1100 (Map of british islands, England)
ELD4930022 Map of Scotland, England, Ireland in 1100 (Map of british islands, England, Scotland and Ireland in 1100) Plate from Houze's Universal Atlas

Background image13th Century Collection: Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries

Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries. The cloister
JEB4920582 Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries. The cloister. Narbonne, Aude, Languedoc Roussillon (Languedoc-Roussillon), France

Background image13th Century Collection: Portrait of Saint Augustine or an apostle? Romanesque art. Fresco of the Church of Saint Hugues

Portrait of Saint Augustine or an apostle? Romanesque art. Fresco of the Church of Saint Hugues (XII century) by Avord
JEB4919608 Portrait of Saint Augustine or an apostle? Romanesque art. Fresco of the Church of Saint Hugues (XII century) by Avord, Cher (18520), Centre

Background image13th Century Collection: Travaux des Champs, March up and February down. Romanesque art

Travaux des Champs, March up and February down. Romanesque art. Fresco of the choir of the church Saint Aignan
JEB4919248 Travaux des Champs, March up and February down. Romanesque art. Fresco of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay, Cher (18120), Centre

Background image13th Century Collection: map of ' Hamburg and the surrounding in the year 1240, 1866 (engraving)

map of " Hamburg and the surrounding in the year 1240, 1866 (engraving)
UTD4918756 map of " Hamburg and the surrounding in the year 1240, 1866 (engraving); (add.info.: Germany, Hamburg, map " Hamburg and the surrounding in the year 1240 ")

Background image13th Century Collection: Representation of Saint Philip Benizi (1233 - 1285) Italian physician and religious

Representation of Saint Philip Benizi (1233 - 1285) Italian physician and religious
ELD4916930 Representation of Saint Philip Benizi (1233 - 1285) Italian physician and religious (St Philip Benizi of Damiani or Philip Benitius or Filippo Benizzi)

Background image13th Century Collection: Cistercian Romanesque Art: Tacheron mark (stone tailor) of the Abbey of Notre-Dame (or Notre Dame)

Cistercian Romanesque Art: Tacheron mark (stone tailor) of the Abbey of Notre-Dame (or Notre Dame)
JEB4916891 Cistercian Romanesque Art: Tacheron mark (stone tailor) of the Abbey of Notre-Dame (or Notre Dame) of Senanque a Gordes. Primitive Cistercian architecture of the 12th century

Background image13th Century Collection: Fantastic bestiary. View of a capiteau, west facade of the church of Saint Genes (12th century)

Fantastic bestiary. View of a capiteau, west facade of the church of Saint Genes (12th century) of Chateaumeillant
JEB4918397 Fantastic bestiary. View of a capiteau, west facade of the church of Saint Genes (12th century) of Chateaumeillant, Cher (18370), France. Photography 2011; (add.info.: Fantastic bestiary)

Background image13th Century Collection: View of the facade of the church of Saint Genes (12th century) of Chateaumeillant, Cher (18370)

View of the facade of the church of Saint Genes (12th century) of Chateaumeillant, Cher (18370), France
JEB4918338 View of the facade of the church of Saint Genes (12th century) of Chateaumeillant, Cher (18370), France. Photography 2011; (add.info)

Background image13th Century Collection: View of the bedside of the church of Notre Dame de La Berthenoux, Indre (36400), Centre, France

View of the bedside of the church of Notre Dame de La Berthenoux, Indre (36400), Centre, France. Photography 2011
JEB4918245 View of the bedside of the church of Notre Dame de La Berthenoux, Indre (36400), Centre, France. Photography 2011; (add.info)

Background image13th Century Collection: View of the choir of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin) from the 12th century in Ardentes

View of the choir of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin) from the 12th century in Ardentes, Indre (36120)
JEB4917262 View of the choir of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin) from the 12th century in Ardentes, Indre (36120), Centre, France

Background image13th Century Collection: Romanesque art: The eardrum of the church of Sainte Marie Madeleine in Neuilly-en-Donjon

Romanesque art: The eardrum of the church of Sainte Marie Madeleine in Neuilly-en-Donjon (Neuilly en Donjon), Allier
JEB4922011 Romanesque art: The eardrum of the church of Sainte Marie Madeleine in Neuilly-en-Donjon (Neuilly en Donjon), Allier, Auvergne, France. The lintel and eardrum date from about 1140

Background image13th Century Collection: Top of the cloister. The Abbey of St. Michael of Cuxa (St. Michael of Cuxa also spelling Cuixa)

Top of the cloister. The Abbey of St. Michael of Cuxa (St. Michael of Cuxa also spelling Cuixa)
JEB4920293 Top of the cloister. The Abbey of St. Michael of Cuxa (St. Michael of Cuxa also spelling Cuixa, of the Catalan name Sant Miquel de Cuixa)

Background image13th Century Collection: Top of the cloister. The Abbey of St. Michael of Cuxa (St. Michael of Cuxa also spelling Cuixa)

Top of the cloister. The Abbey of St. Michael of Cuxa (St. Michael of Cuxa also spelling Cuixa)
JEB4920193 Top of the cloister. The Abbey of St. Michael of Cuxa (St. Michael of Cuxa also spelling Cuixa, of the Catalan name Sant Miquel de Cuixa)




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Step back in time to the 13th century, a period of great cultural and historical significance. Explore the Hereford Mappa Mundi, a stunning masterpiece created by Richard de Bello in 1285. This ink and color on parchment map provides a fascinating glimpse into the world as it was known at that time. Travel to London, where another remarkable Mappa Mundi was crafted around 1265. Marvel at this intricate depiction of the world's geography and landmarks, showcasing London's importance as a hub of knowledge and exploration during this era. Venture further west to Carreg Cennen Castle, nestled within the breathtaking Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. Stand atop its ancient walls and imagine life in medieval times when knights roamed these lands. In Paradiso, Canto 31, witness an ethereal sight as saintly figures form a celestial rose in the empyrean sky. This poetic image captures the spiritual essence of the era with its devotion to faith and divine beauty. Cross over Monnow Bridge and Gate in Monmouthshire, Wales - an architectural gem that has stood for centuries. Picture merchants passing through its arches while trade flourished along the River Monnow below. Journey south to Caerphilly Castle - an imposing fortress that showcases both power and grandeur. Built by Angevin kings who held vast territories across France and Britain during this period, it stands as a testament to their dominance. Marvel at Islamic carvings adorning Alhambra Palace in Spain - exquisite artistry from Muslim culture during this epoch. These intricate designs reflect both religious devotion and skilled craftsmanship. Witness St Elizabeth of Hungary spinning wool for those less fortunate - an act of charity depicted beautifully in art from 1901. It serves as a reminder that even amidst political turmoil, compassion remained central to society's fabric. Finally, visit Papal Palace located in Avignon, France - a symbol of the Catholic Church's influence during this time.