Lothair Collection

Cross of Lothair II. Aachen Cathedral Treasury. Germany
Cross of the Emperor Lothair II (835-869). 11th century. Gold and precious gems. Aachen Cathedral Treasury. Germany

The Hohenstaufens (engraving)
2788217 The Hohenstaufens (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hohenstaufens. Illustration for The History of the Hun by Arthur Moreland)

France separated from Germany, 843 AD (engraving)
2788198 France separated from Germany, 843 AD (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: France separated from Germany, 843 AD)

Family jars, 840 AD (engraving)
2788197 Family jars, 840 AD (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Family jars, 840 AD)

Lothair of France leads his army in an attack on the Holy Roman Emperors palace at Aachen, 978 (engraving)
969142 Lothair of France leads his army in an attack on the Holy Roman Emperors palace at Aachen, 978 (engraving) by French School

Holy Roman Emperor Lothair II, 1075-1137. Lotharius II, Lothair of Supplinburg, Duke of Saxony, King of Germany. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy

Holy Roman Emperor Henry V, 1081-1125. Henricus V, King of Germany, Salian Dynasty. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma, Utrecht, 1697

Holy Roman Emperor Lothair I or Lothar I, Lotharius 795-865. Co-emperor with his father Loius I the Pious. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy

Holy Roman Emperor Louis the Pious, Ludovicus Pius, 778-840, the Fair, the Debonaire, King of the Franks and co-emperor with his father Charlemagne

King Lothair of France (941-986) (chromolitho)
724616 King Lothair of France (941-986) (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Lothair of France (941-986).); © Look and Learn

Lothaire (chromolitho)
672311 Lothaire (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lothaire. From Bibliotheque nationale, Ms lat 266)

Statue of Benjamin Disraeli, Westminster (b / w photo)
3095093 Statue of Benjamin Disraeli, Westminster (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Benjamin Disraeli, Westminster)

Lothaire (engraving)
655730 Lothaire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lothaire. Illustration from The Illustrated History of the World (Ward Lock, c 1880)

Lothaire (chromolitho)
975774 Lothaire (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lothaire. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

"Critics"(engraving)
2777121 " Critics" (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Critics." Cartoon, 14 May 1870)

Statue de Lothaire Ier sur son tombeau (engraving)
5208577 Statue de Lothaire Ier sur son tombeau (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue de Lothaire Ier sur son tombeau)

Lothair of France defeats Emperor Otto II on the banks of the Aisne, October 978. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Lothair I Or Lothar I, 795

Lothair 941 To 986 Leads His Army Into Battle From Histoire De France By Colart Published Circa 1840

Lothaire, King of France from 954, 19th century. Lothaire (941-986) shown wearing a crown and carrying an orb and sceptre

Treaty of Verdun (843). Agreement between the sons of Louis the Pious, Lothair I, Louis the Germanic and Charles the Bald, to divide the territories of the Carolingian Empire

Lothair, Caroligian King of West Francia, 941-968.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

1272819; out of copyright

LOTHAIR I (795?-855). Holy Roman Emperor. Carolingian manuscript illumination, c850

Lothair I or Lothar I (795-855) Emperor of the East from 843. Lothair sitting on throne flanked by two guards. From Evangeleaire de Lothaire (Gospel of Lothair). 9th century manuscript

LOTHAIR (941-986). King of France (954-986). Polychrome sculpture (12th c.). Romanesque art. Sculpture on rock. FRANCE. Reims. Saint Remi Museum

Lothair and Innocent
The Holy Roman Emperor LOTHAIR II, wishing to secure the good will of the Papacy, leads pope INNOCENT II in procession into Rome Date: 1131

Boleslav III and Sword
King Boleslaw III (known as Wrymouth) pays tribute to emperor Lothair II and carries his sword in token of fealty. (But he gets lots of land in return.)

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"Lothair: The Complex Legacy of a Medieval Emperor" In the depths of Aachen Cathedral Treasury in Germany, lies a symbol of power and religious devotion - the Cross II. This intricate artifact reflects the influence and significance of Lothair, an emperor who left an indelible mark on European history. The engravings depicting the Hohenstaufens remind us of the political landscape during Lothair's reign. France separated from Germany in 843 AD, leading to family disputes and jars that threatened to tear apart kingdoms. Yet amidst these conflicts, Lothair emerged as a formidable leader. One engraving captures an intense moment when Lothair leads his army in an audacious attack on the Holy Roman Emperor's palace at Aachen in 978. It showcases his determination to assert his authority over rival powers, not only a warrior but also held prestigious titles such as Holy Roman Emperor. His predecessors like Henry V, Louis the Pious, and Lothair I paved the way for his ascent to power. Their legacies intertwined with his own achievements, shaping Europe's political landscape. King Lothair of France (941-986) is immortalized through chromolitho prints that capture both regality and vulnerability. These images humanize him beyond historical accounts, allowing us glimpses into his complex persona. Amidst all this historical grandeur stands Benjamin Disraeli's statue at Westminster - seemingly unrelated yet connected by name alone. Just like Disraeli made lasting contributions to British politics, so did Emperor Lothair leave behind a legacy that continues to intrigue scholars today. As we delve into history's tapestry woven with threads from different eras and regions, it becomes clear that understanding figures like Lothaire requires piecing together fragments scattered across time and space – be it engravings or statues standing tall against time itself.