Courtly Collection (#4)

Le Retour du Chevalier (colour litho)
2802052 Le Retour du Chevalier (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Retour du Chevalier)

Maharaja Mahtab Chand Bahadur with his Son and Suite, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
498589 Maharaja Mahtab Chand Bahadur with his Son and Suite, c.1870s (b/w photo) by British Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pages from the Album Amicorum of Philipp Hainhofer, 1596-1633
479168 Pages from the Album Amicorum of Philipp Hainhofer, 1596-1633 (pen & ink and watercolour on paper) by European School; 20.8x16 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Pages from the Album Amicorum of Philipp Hainhofer, 1596-1633
479162 Pages from the Album Amicorum of Philipp Hainhofer, 1596-1633 (pen & ink and watercolour on paper) by European School; 20.8x16 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Ball, c. 1790 (hand-coloured engraving)
708895 The Ball, c.1790 (hand-coloured engraving) by Lasinio, Carlo (1759-1838); Private Collection; (add.info.: From a series of prints satirising marriage.); The Stapleton Collection; Italian

Muhammad Adil Shah II with courtiers and attendants (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
FSG325510 Muhammad Adil Shah II with courtiers and attendants (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 18x18 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A man with knackers and bells (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407577 A man with knackers and bells (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English

Fame, preliminary sketch, c. 1631 (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407562 Fame, preliminary sketch, c.1631 (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: design for Chloridia)

Two Lackeys (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407558 Two Lackeys (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English, out of copyright

A fantastic umbrageous lover (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407555 A fantastic umbrageous lover (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Scarramuzo)

A lady as a Naiad (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407526 A lady as a Naiad (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English

A horse caparison (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407523 A horse caparison (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English

Merlin, c. 1610 (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407520 Merlin, c.1610 (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info)

Winged masquer (w / c on paper)
CTS407503 Winged masquer (w/c on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English, out of copyright

The Spring (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407556 The Spring (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English, out of copyright

Jove with the Senate of the Gods, c. 1622 (pen & ink on paper)
CTS407550 Jove with the Senate of the Gods, c.1622 (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections

Winged masquer (w / c on paper)
CTS407502 Winged masquer (w/c on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English, out of copyright

La Vie Seigneuriale: The Promenade, Loire Workshop, c. 1500 (tapestry)
XIR28039 La Vie Seigneuriale: The Promenade, Loire Workshop, c.1500 (tapestry) by French School, (16th century); 280x363 cm; Musee National du Moyen Age et des Thermes de Cluny, Paris; French

Emperor Jahangir with his courtiers
BAL40971 Emperor Jahangir with his courtiers by Mughal School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fourth Mughal emperor Nur-ud-din Muhammad Salim)

The Presentation of a Book to a Lord (vellum)
MMT220015 The Presentation of a Book to a Lord (vellum) by Master of the St. Bartholomew Altarpiece (fl.1480-1510); 17.7x18.1 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 Scene from the Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum)
XJL213687 Ms Lat. Q.v.I.126 Scene from the Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum) by Colombe, Jean (c.1430-c.93); total:225x155 cm; National Library, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright

Festival in Honour of the Polish Ambassadors in the Presence of Catherine de Medici (1519-89) and Henri III (1551-89)
ALI172659 Festival in Honour of the Polish Ambassadors in the Presence of Catherine de Medici (1519-89) and Henri III (1551-89) (tapestry) (b/w photo) by Quesnel

Setting for an opera in a garden, from Architectus Theatralis Primarius
STC171943 Setting for an opera in a garden, from Architectus Theatralis Primarius, engraved by Johann Andreas Pfeffel (1674-1748), published 1740 (engraving) by Bibiena

German watergarden, from Furstlicher Baumeister
STC171932 German watergarden, from Furstlicher Baumeister, engraved by Karl Remshard (1678-1735), published c.1711-16 (engraving) by Decker

Portrait of a Woman, c. 1550 (oil on wood)
5673781 Portrait of a Woman, c.1550 (oil on wood) by Bronzino, Agnolo di Cosimo (1503-72); 60 x 48.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

La Lecture du Madrigal (chromolitho)
975865 La Lecture du Madrigal (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Lecture du Madrigal.); © Look and Learn

BANQUET BESIDE A WAR
A group of gentlemen partake of splendid wines and victuals at a banquet whilst a major battle takes place outside, providing ample topics for conversation. Date: 16th century

BERRY / APRIL
APRIL Courtly life in the grounds of the chateau de Dourdan - lovers exchange rings, girls pick spring flowers Date: 1409 - 1487

Fragment of a Minnesinger manuscript
A fragment of a Minnesinger manuscript by Schenken von Limburg. Date: mid 14th century

Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). of the court of Henr
Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). German poet of the court of Henry IV. The poet with his beloved holding a dog in her lap, a symbol of fidelity. Fol

Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199) listen music. Engraving. C
Richard I of England (1157-1199), known as Richard the Lionheart. King of England. Engraving depicting a court scene. The King listen music. Colored

Der Wilde Alexander, poet of the 13th century, greets his beloved while hes riding. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 412r. University of Heidelberg

Ulrich von Liechtenstein, German Minnesanger
Ulrich von Liechtenstein, German nobleman, knight, politician and Minnesinger (writer and performer of love songs)

The Roman de la Rose. Miniature. Folio 2. By Guillaume de Lo
Guillaume de Lorris (1200-1240). French scholar and poet from Lorris. Author of the first section of the Roman de la Rose. Miniature. Folio 2. Library of the University of Valencia. Spain

Miniature depicting Men and women dancing holding hands. Le
Le Roman de la Rose. 1225-1280. French poem. 13th century. By Guillaume de Lorris (c.1200-1240) and Jean de Meun (c.1240-1305). Men and women dancing holding hands. Miniature. 14th century

Middle Ages. Lovers. Miniature. Chantilly Castle. France

Rubin in a castle sending a message to his loved with a cros
Rubin, Tyrolean ministerial from 12th century, in a castle sending a message to his loved with a crossbow. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 169v

Pteffel, poet of the 13th century, fishing for his beloved. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 302r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Knight & Lady / Helmet
A German knight receives his helmet from his lady

Lady of the Tournament presenting the prize
The Lady of the Tournament presenting the prize to the victor. Date: circa 1450

Italian noblewoman in courtly dress with fur-lined coat with voluminous sleeves, 1303.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal

Scene at the First Court of 1922
A debutante kneeling at the feet of King George V and Queen Mary, during the First Court of 1922. Date: 1922

People in evening dress with bowing page
People in evening dress and decorations being greeted by a bowing page

Samson Hercules? late 16th-early 17th century
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BridgemanArt Full Collection
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Courtly Dancer, Illustration from Nuvone inventioni di balli by Cesare Negri
XJF493400 Courtly Dancer, Illustration from Nuvone inventioni di balli by Cesare Negri, print made by Leon Pallavicino, published 1604 (engraving) by Rovere

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"Courtly Delights: A Glimpse into the World of Elegance and Romance" Step back in time to witness enchanting courtly scenes that have captivated hearts throughout history. Dante Alighieri, the renowned Italian poet, finds himself spellbound as he catches a glimpse of his beloved Beatrice, their love immortalized in words that transcend time. Grana Uile is introduced to none other than Queen Elizabeth herself, an illustration from Anthologia Hibernica vol. , showcasing the grandeur and sophistication of royal courts. Intriguingly, Hanways Umbrella takes center stage anonymously, symbolizing both practicality and elegance amidst courtly affairs. It reminds us that even in refined settings, everyday objects can become iconic symbols. Queen Artemisia graces our presence through a delicate pen and ink drawing from 1609. Her regal poise emanates power and grace as she rules over her realm with dignity. "The Forest Lovers" by Hewlet transports us into a world where courtship blossoms amidst nature's embrace. Love knows no boundaries when two souls find solace within each other's arms. An ethereal spirit captured on paper enchants us with its mystical allure. Its delicate strokes remind us of the unseen forces that often shape courtly tales filled with magic and wonder. As we delve deeper into this captivating world, "Sing a Song of Sixpence" echoes through opulent halls; melodies fill the air as troubadours serenade noble guests with their musical prowess. Exquisite mirror cases crafted from ivory reflect not only one's physical beauty but also serve as tokens of status within these esteemed circles. Each case whispers secrets shared among trusted confidantes behind closed doors adorned with intricate designs. Bernger Von Horheim emerges from history's shadows—a loyal member of Henry's court—his story reminding us that loyalty was highly valued amongst those who served kings and queens.