8th Century Collection (page 9)

Coronation of Pepin the Short, King of the Franks, Paris, 751 (engraving)
7149549 Coronation of Pepin the Short, King of the Franks, Paris, 751 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation of Pepin the Short, King of the Franks)

Deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752 (engraving)
7173383 Deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deposition of Childeric III, King of the Franks, 752)

Charlemagne and his four wives (litho)
7186061 Charlemagne and his four wives (litho) by European School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne and his four wives)

St Boniface preaching, Germany, 8th Century (litho)
7172598 St Boniface preaching, Germany, 8th Century (litho) by Janssen, Peter Johann Theodor (1844-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Boniface preaching, Germany, 8th Century)

Bottle, Tang dynasty (A. D. 618-907), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Bottle, Tang dynasty (A.D. 618-907), 8th century

Dicang (Khsitigarbha), or "He Who Encompasses the Earth, "Seated
Dicang (Khsitigarbha), or " He Who Encompasses the Earth, " Seated and Holding a Wish-Bearing Jewel (Cintamani), Tang dynasty (618-907), c. 8th century

Buddha, Standing with Hand in Gesture of Reassurance (Abhaymudra), Tang dynasty, 618-907, 7th/8th century

Scissors, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th / 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Scissors, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th/9th century

Amphora with Three Dragon-Shaped Handles, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century

Ovoid Jar, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th / 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Ovoid Jar, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th/9th century

Seated Bodhisattva, 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Seated Bodhisattva, 8th century. Seated wooden Buddha statue with with forefinger touching thumb

Ovoid Jar, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Ovoid Jar, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century

Miniature Wine Jar (Hu), Tang dynasty (618-906), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Miniature Wine Jar (Hu), Tang dynasty (618-906), 8th century

Bodhisattva Maitreya, Pre-Angkor period, 7th / 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Bodhisattva Maitreya, Pre-Angkor period, 7th/8th century

Four-Armed Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Seated in Lotus Position (Padmasana), 8th/9th century. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Swat Valley (modern Pakistan)

Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, 8th / 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, 8th/9th century. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Swat Valley (modern Pakistan)

Four-Armed Seated God Ganesha, Shahi period, 7th / 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Four-Armed Seated God Ganesha, Shahi period, 7th/8th century. Made in Afghanistan, or what is now Pakistan

Kumara, the Youthful God of War on his Peacock Mount, 8th / 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Kumara, the Youthful God of War on his Peacock Mount, 8th/9th century

Ovoid Ewer with Flaring, Beak Shaped Spout, and Handle with Human Head, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century

Lobed Mirror with Images of the Moon Palace: Hare Pounding Elixir
Lobed Mirror with Images of the Moon Palace Hare Pounding Elixir, Toad, and Chang E Holding Peaches of Immortality, Tang dynasty (A.D. 618-907), 8th century

Ladle, Tang dynasty (A. D. 618-907), first half of 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Ladle, Tang dynasty (A.D. 618-907), first half of 8th century

Handled Cup, Tang dynasty (A. D. 618-907), late 7th / first half of 8th century
Handled Cup, Tang dynasty (A.D. 618-907), late 7th/first half of 8th century

Covered Jar with Loop Handles, Tang dynasty (618-906), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Covered Jar with Loop Handles, Tang dynasty (618-906), 8th century

Stem Cup, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Stem Cup, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century

Mirror with "Lion and Grapevine"Design, Tang dynasty (A. D)
Mirror with " Lion and Grapevine" Design, Tang dynasty (A.D. 618-907), 8th century

Lobed Mirror with Birds, Insects, and Floral Sprays, Tang dynasty (A. D)
Lobed Mirror with Birds, Insects, and Floral Sprays, Tang dynasty (A.D. 618-907), 8th century

Lobed Mirror with Birds, Lions, and Floral Sprays, Tang dynasty (A. D)
Lobed Mirror with Birds, Lions, and Floral Sprays, Tang dynasty (A.D. 618-907), 8th century

Box in the Form of a Clamshell, Tang dynasty (618-907 A. D. ), c. 700 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Box in the Form of a Clamshell, Tang dynasty (618-907 A.D.), c. 700/50

Broad Pear-Shaped Jar with Concave Lid, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century

Mirror with Images of Purity and Immortality: Mount Penglai, Boya Playing the Qin (Zither), Lotus Pond, and Dancing Phoenix, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century

Lovers Playing the Same Fute (parody of Xuanzong and Yang Guifei), c. 1767

Lovers Playing the Same Shamisen (parody of Xuanzong and Yang Guifei), c. 1767

Poem by Abe no Nakamaro, from an untitled series of One Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets, c. 1767/68

Buddha with Hand in Gesture of Teaching (Vitarkamudra), Dvaravati period, 8th century

Standing Buddha, Dvaravati period, 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Standing Buddha, Dvaravati period, 8th century

Buddha and Companions Riding a Mythical Animal, Dvaravati period, 8th century

Fragment, Sicilia, 7th / 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment, Sicilia, 7th/8th century

Covered Bowl, Korea, Unified Silla dynasty (668-935), 7th / 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Covered Bowl, Korea, Unified Silla dynasty (668-935), 7th/8th century

Tall Cup with Diagonal Slashes, Korea, Three Kingdoms period, Gaya Federation (42-562)
Tall Cup with Diagonal Slashes, Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 B.C.-A.D. 668), Gaya Federation (42-562)

Celestial Beauty (Apsara), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Celestial Beauty (Apsara), 8th century

Garuda, Mount of God Vishnu, 8th / 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Garuda, Mount of God Vishnu, 8th/9th century

Flask, 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
Flask, 8th-9th century

Flask, 7th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Flask, 7th-13th century

Bottle, 7th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Bottle, 7th-13th century

Polychrome Plate Depicting a Standing Figure with Ornate Speach-Scroll, A. D. 600 / 900
Polychrome Plate Depicting a Standing Figure with Ornate Speach-Scroll, A.D. 600/900. Classic Veracruz, Cerro Montoso style, Mexico

Open Bowl in the Form of a Jaguar, A. D. 600 / 900. Creator: Unknown
Open Bowl in the Form of a Jaguar, A.D. 600/900. Ometepe Island, Lake Nicaragua (Cocibolca), Nicaragua

Tall Necked Jar in the Form of an Abstract Head with Animal Forms, A. D. 500 / 1000
Tall Necked Jar in the Form of an Abstract Head with Animal Forms, A.D. 500/1000. Possibly Nieveria, Peru or Bolivia

Fragment of a Ceremonial Ballgame Yoke, A. D. 700 / 800. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of a Ceremonial Ballgame Yoke, A.D. 700/800. During ballgames in Mesoamerica, a padded yoke was worn by players to protect the torso

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The 8th century was a time of great artistic and cultural achievements, as seen in the intricate illustrations found in the Book of Kells and Lindisfarne Gospels. These masterpieces showcase the skill and dedication of medieval scribes who meticulously crafted each page with vibrant colors and detailed designs. In the Arab empire, during the mid-700s, a flourishing civilization emerged, leaving behind magnificent illuminated texts like the Gospel of St Luke. The delicate brushstrokes and gold leaf accents bring to life sacred scriptures for all to admire. As snow gently falls on the small red pagoda at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one can't help but be captivated by its serene beauty. This image reminds us that even in ancient times, architectural wonders were created with precision and grace. A map dating back to c1060 centers around Jerusalem, providing insight into how people perceived their world centuries ago. Crafted by Spanish manuscript illuminators under Beatus' guidance, this map showcases their knowledge and imagination. Historical events are also depicted through artistry; such as Pope Adrian I's meeting with Charlemagne captured in a miniature from Chronicles incunabula. These visual records allow us to glimpse into significant moments that shaped history. The opening words of St Luke's Gospel "Quoniam" from the Book of Kells (c800) demonstrate not only religious devotion but also exquisite calligraphy skills passed down through generations. Each stroke is carefully executed with reverence for these holy texts. Traveling across continents brings us to Tikal: Mayan Inscription where an intricately carved canoe scene adorns an animal bone burial artifact. This testament to Mayan culture reveals their connection with nature and waterways as essential elements in their lives. Moving forward in time to c1960s Japan captures an enchanting photograph showcasing Kongo Rikishi (guardian) within the Todai-ji Temple at Nara.