Barbarians Collection (#5)

Barbarians before Rome (engraving)
2772213 Barbarians before Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbarians before Rome)

Overthrow of Rome by the Barbarians. --Entrance of Theodoric and the Ostrogoths (engraving)
655234 Overthrow of Rome by the Barbarians.--Entrance of Theodoric and the Ostrogoths (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail of the Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens
1191874 Detail of the Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens, early 17th century (ink, colour, gold & gold leaf on paper) (see also 1152500) by Kano Naizen (1570-1616) (attr)

The Vandals led by Genseric land on the coast of Africa, 428 (chromolitho)
968401 The Vandals led by Genseric land on the coast of Africa, 428 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Barbarians before Rome (chromolitho)
972370 The Barbarians before Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Barbarians before Rome)

Ambassadors of the Alumanni before Aurelian 270AD
908863 Ambassadors of the Alumanni before Aurelian 270AD by Davies, Norman Prescott (1862-1915); (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published Hutchinson & Co circa 1920); English

Tomb of Theodoric, King of the Ostrogoths, Ravenna, Italy (chromolitho)
1094480 Tomb of Theodoric, King of the Ostrogoths, Ravenna, Italy (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb of Theodoric, King of the Ostrogoths, Ravenna)

The Raging Barbarian, c. 1916 / 1917. Creator: Ernst Barlach
The Raging Barbarian, c. 1916/1917

Barbarian David Pickering looks inside for support during the game against Swansea at St Helens. 6th April 1983

Termessos, Turkey - The Theatre. Situated twenty miles to the northwest of Antalya - in origin not a Greek city. First occupied by Pisidian Barbarians - called a city of Pamphylia

Map / Nw Africa 1719
North-west Africa, showing portions of Barbary, land of the Berbers, known to Europeans as barbarians (today Morocco, Tunisia &c)

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"The Barbarians: A Tale of Triumph, Conquest, and Cultural Exchange" In the annals of history, the name "barbarians" has been associated with both fear and fascination. From the legendary Barbarians team that stunned the rugby world by defeating the mighty All Blacks in Cardiff in 1973 to the Visigoths' infamous Sack of Rome in 410 AD, these warriors have left an indelible mark on our collective memory. Emperor Augustus himself witnessed their power as he sought to expand his empire. The Nanban Six-Fold Screen depicting a Portuguese ship arriving for trade serves as a testament to their influence on global commerce during this era. Yet not all encounters between civilizations were marked by conflict. The pair of six-panel screens titled "Southern Barbarians Come to Trade" showcases a peaceful exchange between cultures during the early 17th century. It reminds us that even amidst differences, understanding and cooperation can flourish. The horrors of war are also intertwined with this term. The haunting WWI poster urging us to "Remember Scarborough" stands as a stark reminder of how barbarism can manifest itself within humanity's darkest moments. However, it is important not to overlook individuals who defied stereotypes and contributed positively to society. Figures like W Percy Carpmael, Blackheath and Barbarians Rugby player Maurice Tandy, Alfred Alport, or Alfred Allport demonstrate that labels do not define character or potential. As we explore further into history's tapestry, we encounter Northern Barbarians depicted in engravings colored later – reminding us that perspectives change over time. Similarly, cameo portraits immortalize seven Allied Generals who fought valiantly against common enemies despite diverse backgrounds. "barbarian" may be an ambiguous term laden with multiple connotations throughout history; it encompasses triumphs on sports fields and battlefields alike while also representing cultural exchanges and individual achievements beyond expectations.