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Gorm Collection

"Gorm: A Journey through History, Art, and Nature" Step into the world of Gorm, a name that echoes through time and encompasses various realms

Background imageGorm Collection: Alfred the Great, Disguised as a Harper, Playing Before Guthrum, (878), 1890. Creator: Unknown

Alfred the Great, Disguised as a Harper, Playing Before Guthrum, (878), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Alfred the Great, Disguised as a Harper, Playing Before Guthrum, (878), 1890. Alfred the Great (c847-899) King of Wessex 871-c886 and King of the Anglo-Saxons c886-899

Background imageGorm Collection: Baptism of King Guthrum, 878 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle

Baptism of King Guthrum, 878 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Baptism of King Guthrum, 878 (1864). Guthrum (d890) was the Danish king who fought against King Alfred the Great of Wessex

Background imageGorm Collection: Alfred In The Danish Camp, (c1850)

Alfred In The Danish Camp, (c1850). Alfred was king of the southern Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex from 871-899 AD. Here, Alfred, in disguise, sings to Guthrum the Danish king

Background imageGorm Collection: Baptism of King Guthorm, 878 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle

Baptism of King Guthorm, 878 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Baptism of King Guthrum, 1864. Guthrum or Gu├░rum (died c.890), christened Aethelstan on his conversion to Christianity in 878, was King of the Danish Vikings in the Danelaw

Background imageGorm Collection: Guthrum pays an Evening Visit to Alfred, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech

Guthrum pays an Evening Visit to Alfred, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Guthrum pays an Evening Visit to Alfred, c1840, (c1840). Guthrum or Guirum (died c890), christened athelstan on his conversion to Christianity in 878, was King of the Danish Vikings in the Danelaw

Background imageGorm Collection: Poul-Na-Gorm, Glengarriff, Co. Cork

Poul-Na-Gorm, Glengarriff, Co. Cork - a view of a meandering river entering the Bay. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Cork; Glengarriff). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageGorm Collection: Bundorragha River, Ben Gorm mountain at the back, Doolough Valley, County Mayo, Connacht province

Bundorragha River, Ben Gorm mountain at the back, Doolough Valley, County Mayo, Connacht province, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Background imageGorm Collection: JELLING MONUMENTS, c960. Mid-10th century rune stone and burial mounds of King Gorm

JELLING MONUMENTS, c960. Mid-10th century rune stone and burial mounds of King Gorm and Queen Thyra of Denmark. Engraving by Henrik Rantzau, 1591

Background imageGorm Collection: Ski Chair Lift

Ski Chair Lift
The ski chair lift at Cairn Gorm, Scotland. 1960s

Background imageGorm Collection: King Gorm of Denmark

King Gorm of Denmark
GORM GAMLE, known as the old because he is said to have lived 115 years : depicted with a Danish youth of the time, carrying a battleaxe. Date: circa 825 - 940



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"Gorm: A Journey through History, Art, and Nature" Step into the world of Gorm, a name that echoes through time and encompasses various realms. From historical events to breathtaking landscapes, this caption explores the multifaceted aspects associated with Gorm. In "Alfred In The Danish Camp, " an intriguing painting from c1850 by an unknown creator, we witness Alfred the Great disguised as a harper playing before Guthrum in 878. This pivotal moment in history is further depicted in James William Edmund Doyle's artwork titled "Baptism of King Guthrum" (1864). These pieces transport us back to a time when alliances were forged amidst disguises and music. The artistic prowess of James William Edmund Doyle shines again in his work "Baptism of King Guthorm" (1864), capturing the transformative power of faith during this significant event. Meanwhile, John Leech's masterpiece "Guthrum pays an Evening Visit to Alfred" (c1860) invites us into an intimate encounter between these two influential figures. Thomas Strong Seccombe takes us on another visual journey with his portrayal of "King Alfred in the Danish Camp" (c1884), showcasing the resilience and strategic brilliance that defined this legendary ruler. As we delve deeper into history, Henrik Rantzau's engraving from 1591 reveals the Jelling Monuments – rune stones and burial mounds honoring King Gorm and Queen Thyra of Denmark during their reign around c960. Nature also plays its part in defining Gorm's essence. Poul-Na-Gorm enchants visitors with its beauty nestled within Glengarriff, Co. Cork – a testament to Ireland's captivating landscapes. Similarly, Ben Gorm mountain stands tall behind Bundorragha River while overlooking Doolough Valley in County Mayo – reminding us of nature's grandeur. Lastly, let us not forget about modern-day references to Gorm.