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9th Century Collection

The 9th century was a time of great cultural and historical significance, as depicted in various artworks and landmarks around the world

Background image9th Century Collection: Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century

Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century
Vintage engraving of a Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century

Background image9th Century Collection: Viking ship at sea

Viking ship at sea
Norsemen at sea following their raven pilot. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Background image9th Century Collection: Leeds Castle, first used as a royal castle in the 9th century

Leeds Castle, first used as a royal castle in the 9th century, rebuilt in stone by the Normans around 1120, near Maidstone, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background image9th Century Collection: Sunrise with a Buddha Statue with the Hand Position of Dharmachakra Mudra in Borobudur, Magelang

Sunrise with a Buddha Statue with the Hand Position of Dharmachakra Mudra in Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java
Borobudur, or Barabudur, is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Background image9th Century Collection: PROY2A-00017

PROY2A-00017
Map of Europe in the time of Charlemagne, 768-814 AD. Printed color lithograph, 19th century

Background image9th Century Collection: Prague Castle (Prazsky Hrad), UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the Vltava River at dusk

Prague Castle (Prazsky Hrad), UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the Vltava River at dusk, Stare Mesto (Old Town), Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Background image9th Century Collection: Ireland, County Louth, High Cross, Monasterboise, 9th Century

Ireland, County Louth, High Cross, Monasterboise, 9th Century

Background image9th Century Collection: Prambanan Temple (Candi Rara Jonggrang), Northeast of Yogyakarta, Central Java, Indonesia

Prambanan Temple (Candi Rara Jonggrang), Northeast of Yogyakarta, Central Java, Indonesia
Candi Prambanan or Candi Rara Jonggrang is a 9th-century Hindu temple compound in Central Java, Indonesia. The temple compound is located northeast of the city of Yogyakarta

Background image9th Century Collection: Ireland, County Mayo, Castlebar, Turlough Round Tower, 9th century

Ireland, County Mayo, Castlebar, Turlough Round Tower, 9th century

Background image9th Century Collection: SAINT MATTHEW. Writing his gospel at the dictation of an angel. Manuscript illumination

SAINT MATTHEW. Writing his gospel at the dictation of an angel. Manuscript illumination, c816-835, from from the Ebbo Gospels, produced at the Benedictine abbey of Hautvillers, near Rheims, France

Background image9th Century Collection: King Alfred the Great of England

King Alfred the Great of England
Statue of King Alfred the Great of England (born 849, ruled 871-899). King Alfreds reign is remembered for the formulation of a code of ethics and a rebirth of religious and scholarly activity

Background image9th Century Collection: Viking attack on Paris, France, 885 AD

Viking attack on Paris, France, 885 AD
Rollo the Ranger attacking Paris from Viking ships on the River Seine, 885 AD. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background image9th Century Collection: Portrait of Eleanor of Aquitaine, 1809 (engraving)

Portrait of Eleanor of Aquitaine, 1809 (engraving)
3959728 Portrait of Eleanor of Aquitaine, 1809 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image9th Century Collection: Alfred in the neatherds cottage, c878 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle

Alfred in the neatherds cottage, c878 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Alfred in the neatherds cottage, 1864. King Alfred the Great was King of Wessex from 871 to 899. Here, sitting in a cottage he is interrupted by the neatherds wife

Background image9th Century Collection: Alfred the Great (849-899), Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871, (c1920)

Alfred the Great (849-899), Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871, (c1920). Much of Alfreds reign was taken up with the struggle against the Danish invaders

Background image9th Century Collection: A Chinese celestial sphere of the T ang Dynasty (681-905 A. D. ). Colored engraving

A Chinese celestial sphere of the T ang Dynasty (681-905 A. D. ). Colored engraving
CHINESE CELESTIAL SPHERE. A Chinese celestial sphere of the T ang Dynasty (681-905 A.D.). Colored engraving

Background image9th Century Collection: Course of river Nile, map by Arab geographer and astronomer Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (780-850)

Course of river Nile, map by Arab geographer and astronomer Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (780-850)
Cartography, Africa, 9th century. The course of the river Nile. Map by Arab geographer and astronomer Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (780-850)

Background image9th Century Collection: VIKING CRUISE, 9th CENTURY. The last cruise of Norse king Ragnar Lodbrok, mid-9th century

VIKING CRUISE, 9th CENTURY. The last cruise of Norse king Ragnar Lodbrok, mid-9th century. Line engraving, 19th century

Background image9th Century Collection: CHARLEMAGNE (742-814). King of the Franks, 768-814, and Emperor of the West, 800-814

CHARLEMAGNE (742-814). King of the Franks, 768-814, and Emperor of the West, 800-814. Wood engraving, German, 19th century, after a painting, c1512, by Albrecht Durer

Background image9th Century Collection: Steps and wall on Castelo dos Mouros, Sintra, Portugal

Steps and wall on Castelo dos Mouros, Sintra, Portugal

Background image9th Century Collection: Armenia, Tatev, Tatev Monastery, 9th century, high angle view

Armenia, Tatev, Tatev Monastery, 9th century, high angle view

Background image9th Century Collection: Madonna and Child, first half of the 9th century (painted stucco)

Madonna and Child, first half of the 9th century (painted stucco)
8620118 Madonna and Child, first half of the 9th century (painted stucco) by Italian School, (8th century); Museo di Santa Giulia, Museo della citta, Brescia, Italy; (add.info.: Madonna and Child)

Background image9th Century Collection: Madonna and Child, first half of the 9th century (painted stucco)

Madonna and Child, first half of the 9th century (painted stucco)
8620119 Madonna and Child, first half of the 9th century (painted stucco) by Italian School, (8th century); Museo di Santa Giulia, Museo della citta, Brescia, Italy; (add.info.: Madonna and Child)

Background image9th Century Collection: King Alfred

King Alfred
3787059 King Alfred; (add.info.: Alfred the Great (849 - 899) was king of the southern Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex from 871 to 899

Background image9th Century Collection: Zhang Yichao, Governor of Western Gansu on Excursion to Fight the Tibetans, Tang Dynasty

Zhang Yichao, Governor of Western Gansu on Excursion to Fight the Tibetans, Tang Dynasty, 850-907 (wall painting)
NIC110109 Zhang Yichao, Governor of Western Gansu on Excursion to Fight the Tibetans, Tang Dynasty, 850-907 (wall painting); Mogao Caves, Dunhuang, Gansu Province, NW China.

Background image9th Century Collection: Equestrian statuette of Emperor Charlemagne (742-814) 9th century (bronze) (for detail see 101659)

Equestrian statuette of Emperor Charlemagne (742-814) 9th century (bronze) (for detail see 101659)
PWI101669 Equestrian statuette of Emperor Charlemagne (742-814) 9th century (bronze) (for detail see 101659); Louvre, Paris, France; © Peter Willi.

Background image9th Century Collection: Al-Ma'mun at the first degree measurmen

Al-Ma'mun at the first degree measurmen
3788692 Al-Ma'mun at the first degree measurmen; (add.info.: Al-Ma'mun at the first degree measurement.(German: Der Kalif Mamun veranstaltet die erste Gradmessung)

Background image9th Century Collection: Harald I Fairhair (c.890-c.946) greeting Guthrum (d.890) from the 'Flateybok', c.1390 (vellum)

Harald I Fairhair (c.890-c.946) greeting Guthrum (d.890) from the 'Flateybok', c.1390 (vellum)
BAL125102 Harald I Fairhair (c.890-c.946) greeting Guthrum (d.890) from the 'Flateybok', c.1390 (vellum); Royal Library, Copenhagen, Denmark.

Background image9th Century Collection: 8625844

8625844

Background image9th Century Collection: 8626157

8626157

Background image9th Century Collection: Catholic parish church of St. George, interior with wall paintings from the late Carolingian or

Catholic parish church of St. George, interior with wall paintings from the late Carolingian or Ottonian period (c)
7281454 Catholic parish church of St. George, interior with wall paintings from the late Carolingian or Ottonian period (c)

Background image9th Century Collection: Representation of Charlemagne (742-814) (Charles the Great) victorious against the Barbarians

Representation of Charlemagne (742-814) (Charles the Great) victorious against the Barbarians
AIS5377054 Representation of Charlemagne (742-814) (Charles the Great) victorious against the Barbarians, Relief of the 9th century (ivory); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany

Background image9th Century Collection: 'Saint John the Evangelist', miniature, 9th century

"Saint John the Evangelist", miniature, 9th century
AIS5389288 "Saint John the Evangelist", miniature, 9th century; San Paolo Fuori Le Mura, Rome, Italy; (add.info)

Background image9th Century Collection: Mozarabic art: representation of two Mozarabic monks, 9th century (miniature)

Mozarabic art: representation of two Mozarabic monks, 9th century (miniature)
AIS5365296 Mozarabic art: representation of two Mozarabic monks, 9th century (miniature); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Mozarabic art)

Background image9th Century Collection: Alfred the Great and the pilgrim, 1871 (engraving)

Alfred the Great and the pilgrim, 1871 (engraving)
8766933 Alfred the Great and the pilgrim, 1871 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred the Great and the pilgrim, Fac-simile of a painting by Benjamin West)

Background image9th Century Collection: Charlemagne's meal, c.1910 (print)

Charlemagne's meal, c.1910 (print)
7293331 Charlemagne's meal, c.1910 (print); (add.info.: Food and beverage. Monks of the Abbey Saint victor in Marseille, France, cooks a bean pot to the emperor Charlemagne (IXth cent)

Background image9th Century Collection: Charlemagne

Charlemagne
6266285 Charlemagne; (add.info.: Charlemagne, aka Charles the Great and Charles I, 748-814. King of the Franks, King of the Lombards and Emperor of the Romans.); Photo © Ken Welsh

Background image9th Century Collection: Alfred the Great, King of the West Saxons. (print)

Alfred the Great, King of the West Saxons. (print)
7419936 Alfred the Great, King of the West Saxons. (print); (add.info.: Alfred is scolded for letting the cakes burn in the house of the cowherd)

Background image9th Century Collection: 8625841

8625841

Background image9th Century Collection: 8626093

8626093

Background image9th Century Collection: 8626091

8626091

Background image9th Century Collection: Charlemagne and his biographer Einhard, 9th Century (engraving)

Charlemagne and his biographer Einhard, 9th Century (engraving)
8626243 Charlemagne and his biographer Einhard, 9th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image9th Century Collection: Founding of Seligenstadt Abbey, 826 (engraving)

Founding of Seligenstadt Abbey, 826 (engraving)
8626235 Founding of Seligenstadt Abbey, 826 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Founding of Seligenstadt Abbey by Einhard and Emma, 826)

Background image9th Century Collection: 8625850

8625850

Background image9th Century Collection: Treatise of Dioscorides (Greek doctor) of the 9th century

Treatise of Dioscorides (Greek doctor) of the 9th century
GIA5036391 Treatise of Dioscorides (Greek doctor) of the 9th century.; (add.info.: Treatise of Dioscorides (Greek doctor) of the 9th century.); © Giancarlo Costa

Background image9th Century Collection: The death of Solomon I of Brittany takes refuge in a church in the Count of Poher 874

The death of Solomon I of Brittany takes refuge in a church in the Count of Poher 874
ELD4962666 The death of Solomon I of Brittany takes refuge in a church in the Count of Poher 874. 19th century (engraving from "La bretagne" by Jules-Janin)

Background image9th Century Collection: Death of Brittany King Morvan Lez-Breizh or Murman in 818 (Death of Breton King Morman)

Death of Brittany King Morvan Lez-Breizh or Murman in 818 (Death of Breton King Morman)
ELD4962664 Death of Brittany King Morvan Lez-Breizh or Murman in 818 (Death of Breton King Morman). 19th century (engraving from "La bretagne" by Jules-Janin)

Background image9th Century Collection: The King of the Francs Charlemagne (742-814) establishing schools for lay children in 789

The King of the Francs Charlemagne (742-814) establishing schools for lay children in 789
ELD4852569 The King of the Francs Charlemagne (742-814) establishing schools for lay children in 789 and meeting with schoolchildren to promote education




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The 9th century was a time of great cultural and historical significance, as depicted in various artworks and landmarks around the world. The Book of Kells illustration of St. Matthew showcases the intricate craftsmanship and devotion to religious art during this period. Meanwhile, the Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century reveals the vast extent and influence of this powerful civilization. In contrast, a Viking ship at sea symbolizes exploration and conquest during this era, highlighting their seafaring prowess. As dawn breaks over Borobudur in Central Java, Indonesia, a Buddha Statue with Dharmachakra Mudra reminds us of the spread of Buddhism across Asia. Prague Castle stands proudly on the banks of Vltava River at dusk—a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has witnessed centuries of history unfold within its walls since it first emerged in the 9th century. Similarly, Monasterboise's High Cross in County Louth, Ireland serves as an enduring testament to early Christian heritage. Leeds Castle tells another tale altogether—it began as a royal castle in the 9th century before being rebuilt by Normans—showcasing architectural evolution throughout history. The Evangelical Symbols from 800 AD further exemplify how religious iconography played a significant role during this time. Quoniam—the opening words from St Luke's Gospel found within the Book of Kells—remind us that literature also thrived during this era with meticulous attention to detail and artistic expression. Lastly, Prambanan Temple (Candi Rara Jonggrang) represents Hindu-Buddhist influences prevalent in Southeast Asia during this period. From castles to temples, illuminated manuscripts to maps—the diverse range of artifacts from different corners of our world provides glimpses into life during one remarkable century.