Anglo Saxon Collection (#11)

The Landing of St. Augustine in Kent, (597AD), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Landing of St. Augustine in Kent, (597AD), 1890. Augustine of Canterbury (6th century-died c 604) Benedictine monk and first Archbishop of Canterbury arrivied on the Isle of Thanet in AD597

Athelstan saves his Fathers life by taking Leofrid the Dane Prisoner, 1773. Creator
Athelstan saves his Fathers life by taking Leofrid the Dane Prisoner, 1773. King Athelstan (894-939) saving the Life of his Father, Edward the Elder, (874-924) at the Battle of Sherwood

Alfred, disguised in the Character of a Harper, viewing the Danish Camp, 1773. Creator
Alfred, disguised in the Character of a Harper, viewing the Danish Camp, 1773. After Samuel Wale (1721-1786). King Alfred the Great (849-899) From " A New and Complete History of England

Paulinus baptising Edwin, the first Christian King of Northumberland, at York, 1773. Paulinus of York, Roman missionary, baptising Edwin king of Deira and Bernicia, (Northumbria) on 12 April 627

The Britons submitting to Claudius, 1773. Creator: James Taylor
The Britons submitting to Claudius, 1773. Emperor Claudius, reigned AD41-54. ordered the invasion of Britain....the Romans met a large army of Britons

Odun, Earl of Devon taking the Danish Standard, 1773. Creator: James Taylor
Odun, Earl of Devon taking the Danish Standard, 1773. Odda, 9th century ealdorman of Devon, known for his victory at the Battle of Cynwit in 878

Dunstan dragging King Edwy from his Consort Queen Ethelgiva on his Coronation Day, 1773. King Edwy (died 959) is returned to the banquet following his coronation from his Consort

The first interview of Edgar and Elfrida, 1773. Creator: Rennoldson
The first interview of Edgar and Elfrida, 1773. Elfrida or Aelfthryth, (c945-1001), third wife, but only queen, of King Edgar, married in 964 and first Queen of England

The Destruction of Roman Britain, 1926. Creators: Unknown, Emery Walker Ltd
The Destruction of Roman Britain, 1926. Map of Britain showing invasions towards the end of the Roman period (43 to 410 AD)

England, Scotland and Ireland - Time of Viking Invasions, 1926. Creators: Unknown
England, Scotland and Ireland - Time of Viking Invasions, 1926. Map of Britain during the 9th-11th century. Towns of Viking foundation in Ireland underlined

Battle of Hastings & Death of Harold, (19th century?). Creator: Unknown
Battle of Hastings & Death of Harold, (19th century?). King Harold is shot in the eye with an arrow and killed. Illustration of a section from the Bayeux Tapestry

Harolds Oath of Fealty to William of Normandy, (19th century?). Creator: Unknown
Harolds Oath of Fealty to William of Normandy, (19th century?). King Harold II swears allegiance to William, Duke of Normandy (William the Conqueror)

Edwards instructions to Harold, (19th century?). Creator: Unknown
Edwards instructions to Harold, (19th century?). Harold Godwineson is advised by King Edward the Confessor. Illustration of a section from the Bayeux Tapestry

Harolds Coronation, (19th century?). Creator: Unknown
Harolds Coronation, (19th century?). King Harold II is crowned by Archbishop Stigand. Illustration of a section from the Bayeux Tapestry

St. Augustine Before Ethelbert. (mid 19th century). Creator: Henry Lemon
St. Augustine Before Ethelbert. (mid 19th century). Depiction of Ethelbert, king of Kent, dressed as a Germanic warrior, looking down towards St Augustine and his entourage of monks

Portraits from Ancient Coins, (mid 19th century). Creator: Unknown
Portraits from Ancient Coins, (mid 19th century). Portraits of early kings in British history: Canute (Cnut I), Harold (Harold Godwinson), Edward the Confessor, William I (William the Conqueror)

Alfred Liberating the Family of Hastings. Creator: Singleton
Alfred Liberating the Family of Hastings, (early-mid 19th century). Depiction of early British ruler King Alfred the Great (849-899 AD) with a woman and her children

Hengist, Chief of the Angles (A. D. 449), 1924. Creator: Herbert Norris
Hengist, Chief of the Angles (A.D. 449), 1924. From " Costume & Fashion - The Evolution of European Dress Through the Earlier Ages", by Herbert Norris. [J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, E. P

An Anglo-Saxon Queen, 1924. Creator: Herbert Norris
An Anglo-Saxon Queen, 1924. From " Costume & Fashion - The Evolution of European Dress Through the Earlier Ages", by Herbert Norris. [J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd, E. P. Dutton and Co

Queen Judith reciting to Alfred, pub. 1801. Creator: Richard Westall (1765 - 1836)
Queen Judith reciting to Alfred when a Child the Songs of the Bards describing the heroic Deeds of his Ancestors pub. 1801 (hand coloured aquatint)

Anglo-Saxon Warriors Approaching a Fort, 1908. From Early London - Prehistoric, Roman, Saxon and Norman, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1908]

8th and 9th Centuries. Anglo-Saxon, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

9th Century. From an Anglo-Saxon MS. Battel Abbey, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

Offas Dyke crossing a hill top, in Denbighshire, Wales, 1935. View of the large linear earthwork, known as Offas Dyke, which roughly follows the current border between England and Wales

Danish Invasion of Wessex 876-878, (1935). Map of England, Wales and part of Scotland, showing significant locations (with contemporary place names) during the invasions from Scandinavia

Alfreds Last War - Third Phase, 893. April to (?) June, (1935). Map of the south-east of England, showing Burhs (Old English fortifications) of the Anglo-Saxon King Alfred the Great, Danish forts

Alfreds Last War - Opening Phases. From about October 892-March 893, (1935). Map of the south-east of England, showing Burhs (Old English fortifications) of the Anglo-Saxon King Alfred the Great

Campaigns of the Great Danish Army 865-875. (1935). Map of Britain showing significant locations (with contemporary place names) during the invasions from Scandinavia

Part of Rome. From a plan drawn c. 1475, (1935)
Part of Rome. From a plan drawn c.1475, (1935). Medieval map of the city of Rome, Italy, showing the walls and Roman Colosseum, (left). From A History of the Anglo-Saxons, Vol. II, by R. H. Hodgkin

The Gokstad Ship - A reconstruction, 1935. Modern imagining of how the 9th-century Viking ship would have looked under sail

Wagon from the Oseberg ship, 1935. The Oseberg ship is a well-preserved Viking ship which was buried c834 AD, although the ship itself is thought to be older

The Oseberg ship in the mound, showing the carving on stem and railing, 1935. The Oseberg ship is a well-preserved Viking ship which was buried c834 AD

Map of the Vikings & Western Christendom in the Ninth Century, (1935). Modern map showing territories occupied, controlled or raided by the Vikings (roughly 793-1066 AD)

Gold Jewellery, Mainly of the Ninth Century, (1935). Precious objects including The Alfred Jewel (bottom row), in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford

Hereward The Wake, c1893. Artist: HC Balding
Hereward The Wake, c1893. Engraving of a statue of Hereward the Wake by Thomas Brock, made c1874. A Victorian imagining of the Anglo-Saxon nobleman (c1035-c1072)

The Gallery of British Costume: The Dress of Danes & Later Anglo-Saxons, c1934. Illustration of costume worn by Danes (Vikings) and Anglo-Saxons (c8th century AD-1066)

Ripon Minster, c1896. Artist: C Watson
Ripon Minster, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Monument to Saint Erkenwald in old St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1656. Artist
Monument to Saint Erkenwald in old St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1656. Saint Erkenwald was Bishop of London from 675 until his death in 693

Bentley EXP3 in front of the statue of King Alfred, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, c1920s
Bentley EXP3 1920 2996 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. BM9771. All-weather body by Harrison. King Alfred Statue, High Street, Winchester, Hants

Hereward and Sigtryg, 1910. Artist: Gertrude E Demain Hammond
Hereward and Sigtryg, 1910. A scene from the legend of Hereward the Wake. A print from Hero Myths and Legends of the British Race by MI Ebbutt, 1910

The Death of Beowulf, 1910. Artist: John Henry Frederick Bacon
The Death of Beowulf, 1910. A print from Hero Myths and Legends of the British Race by MI Ebbutt, 1910

Beowulf replies haughtily to Hunferth, 1910. Artist: John Henry Frederick Bacon
Beowulf replies haughtily to Hunferth, 1910. A print from Hero Myths and Legends of the British Race by MI Ebbutt, 1910

Beowulf finds the head of Aschere, 1910. Artist: John Henry Frederick Bacon
Beowulf finds the head of Aschere, 1910. Aschere is Hrothgars most trusted warrior who is killed by the monster Grendels mother

The Daemon of evil, with his fierce ravening, greedily grasped them, 1910. Artist
The Daemon of evil, with his fierce ravening, greedily grasped them, 1910. Beowulf, hero of the Geats, faces the first of three battles

Alfred the Great at the Battle of Ashdown, 871 (1913). Artist: Morris Meredith Williams
Alfred the Great at the Battle of Ashdown, 871 (1913). Alfred the Great (849-899) at the Battle of Ashdown, 8 January 871, leading the West Saxon army of his brother, King Ethelred

King William I pays court to the English leaders, c1066 (1864)
King William I pays court to the English leaders. William the Conqueror (1027-1087), the first Norman King of England, receiving the English leaders after the Norman conquest of 1066

Harold II swears fidelity to Duke William of Normandy, 1064 (1864). Harold (c1020-1066) swearing an oath on sacred relics before William of Normandy (1028-1087)

King Alfred in the neatherds cottage c878 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
King Alfred in the neatherds cottage c878 (1864). Early in his reign as King of Wessex, while a fugitive from the Danish conquerors of his kingdom

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"Exploring the Rich Legacy of Anglo-Saxon England: From Kingdoms to Artifacts" Map of England Showing the Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms and Danish Districts: Delve into the intricate political landscape of early medieval England with this detailed map, showcasing the various Anglo-Saxon kingdoms and Danish districts that shaped its history. Bayeux Tapestry 1067: Battle of Hastings, 14 October 1066. The death of Harold II: Witness a pivotal moment in English history through the iconic Bayeux Tapestry, as it vividly depicts the fateful Battle of Hastings and King Harold II's tragic demise. Anglo-Saxon brooch of the Kentish type: Admire the exquisite craftsmanship and intricate design displayed in this stunning Kentish-style brooch, offering a glimpse into the artistic prowess of Anglo-Saxon metalworkers. Alcuin of York (730-804). Alcuin presents to Rabanus Maurus: Uncover intellectual exchange during this era as we witness Alcuin, an influential scholar from York, presenting his works to Rabanus Maurus—a testament to their contributions to education and learning. Pottery cremation urn from a grave at Loveden Hill, Lincolnshire, Anglo-Saxon 6th-7th century: Step back in time with this pottery cremation urn discovered at Loveden Hill—an archaeological marvel preserving ancient burial customs and providing insights into early Saxon society. Alfred being scolded for burning the cakes (colour litho): Marvel at historical anecdotes as we encounter King Alfred facing reprimand for accidentally burning cakes—a lighthearted yet endearing tale that humanizes even legendary figures like him. The Pitney Brooch: Anglo-Scandinavian second half of the 11th century.