Royal Court Collection (#12)

PBIB2A-00096
Daniel reading the handwriting on the wall for Nebucchadnezzar. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PMDE2A-00004
Basil II, or Bulgaroctonus, Emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire. Lithograph reproduction of a miniature from a medieval manuscript

EXPL2A-00070
Columbus greeted by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella upon his return to Spain from the New World. Color lithograph of a 19th-century painting by Ricardo Balaca

PMYT2A-00027
Round Table of King Artus of Brittany. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a miniature of the 14th century

PANC2A-00121
Emperor Justinian, shown with Theodora, Empress of the Eastern Roman Empire, 500s A.D. Antique hand-colored print

PANC2A-00153
Eastern Roman Emperor Justinian and his council, 6th century A.D. Photogravure reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

PANC2A-00040
Cleopatras barge on the Nile. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a painting by H. Picou

Assyrian royal palace
Reception hall of an Assyrian palace in ancient Mesopotamia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Empress and a Byzantine princess
Empress and princess with a servant girl, Byzantine Empire. Antique hand-colored print

Byzantine Empress Theodoras court
Ladies of Empress Theodoras court, Eastern Roman Empire, 500 A.D. Antique hand-colored print

The King pays court to the English leaders, c1066 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
The King pays court to the English leaders, 1864. King William I, (c1028-1087), usually known as William the Conqueror was the first Norman King of England

Royal Court, Palace of Versailles, near Paris, 1829. Artist: Byrne
Royal Court, Palace of Versailles, near Paris, 1829

Fresco of the royal court of the Minoan palace at Knossos, 18th century BC
Fresco of the royal court of the Minoan palace at Knossos, watching a performance at the palace, 18th century BC

Source Size = 3606 x 5073
MADAME MODJESKA AS CONSTANCE, IN " HEARTSEASE, " AT THE ROYAL COURT THEATRE, LONDON, 1880; " I take leave of you, as it were, for ever! Adieu! Adieu!", Act 3

Perspective view of the chateau of Versailles seen from the Neptune Fountain, 1696
XIR81243 Perspective view of the chateau of Versailles seen from the Neptune Fountain, 1696 (oil on canvas) by Martin, Jean-Baptiste (1659-1735); Chateau de Versailles, France; French

Yolande Martine Gabrielle de Polastron (1749-93) Madame de Polignac, from Histoire
KW245915 Yolande Martine Gabrielle de Polastron (1749-93) Madame de Polignac, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc (1811-82) engraved by Pannemaker (b.1822) 1847-62 (litho)

The first trial of Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536) in 1529 (engraving)
KW211580 The first trial of Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536) in 1529 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: first wife of Henry VIII; ); Ken Welsh; English

Jesuit missions to China, 17th century C016 / 8929
Jesuit missions to China. 17th-century artwork showing Jesuit scholars that carried out missionary work in China. The founders of the Society of Jesus were Francis Xavier (upper left)

Columbus returns to Spain, February 1493 C016 / 4495
Columbus returns to Spain. 19th-century artwork of the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451-1506, centre) at the court of Barcelona in February 1493 following his return from the New World

Columbus departs Spain, August 1492 C016 / 4493
Columbus departs Spain. 19th-century artwork of the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) kissing the hand of Queen Isabella I of Castile on 3 August 1492

Columbus at Spains royal court, May 1486
Columbus at Spains royal court. 19th-century artwork of the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451-1506, centre left)

Francois Viete, French mathematician
Francois Viete (1540-1603), French mathematician. Viete trained as a lawyer, but abandoned the legal profession in 1564 to be a private tutor

PROY2A-00158
Charlemagne, King of the Franks, and his queen, Hildegard of Swabia. Antique hand-colored print

King George I enjoying Handels river concert
Handels river concert for George I of England. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

PREV2A-00033
Benjamin Franklin negotiating a French alliance with Louis XVI, American Revolution Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

EXPL2A-00069
Columbus brought in chains before Ferdinand and Isabella by Bobadilla, 1500. Color lithograph of a 19th-century painting by Jover

PNAT2A-00025
Pocahontas in England presented to King James I, with her husband John Rolfe, 1616. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PGBR2A-00005
Guy Fawkes brought before King James I after discovery of the Gunpowder Plot, 1605. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

BUSN2A-00064
Shah Allum, Mogul of Hindostan, reviewing troops of the British East India Company, 1781. Hand-colored woodcut

PANC2A-00039
Xerxes I, the great king of ancient Persia, on his throne. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

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"Step into the opulent world of royal courts throughout history, where power and culture intertwined. Witness Mozart and his sister enchanting Empress Maria Theresa with their musical prowess in PANC2A-00011. Louis XIV, the Sun King himself, shares a leisurely breakfast with the brilliant playwright Moliere, discussing art and politics. Marvel at Justinian, the Byzantine emperor who shaped an empire while leaving behind a legacy of architectural wonders. In PREV2A-00090, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Louis XIV's entry into Arras alongside his beloved Maria Theresa. The oil on canvas painting captures their regal splendor as they grace the city with their presence. Dr. Aprill commands attention with her imperial ban on that fateful day of 14th October 1757—her authority radiating from every brushstroke in this captivating color litho. The stables and gates of Versailles stand as a testament to both beauty and functionality in 1683's engraving—a glimpse into the meticulous planning that went into creating such an extravagant palace complex. Philip IV and his Queen find solace amidst towering columns in a stunning oil on canvas artwork from c. 1630—an intimate moment frozen in time. Transport yourself to another era through "The Torch Dance, " a mesmerizing woodcut capturing vibrant festivities from 1517-18—a celebration fit for royalty. Boccaccio's nobleman and clerics come alive through intricate miniatures adorning "On the praise and virtue. " These delicate illustrations offer glimpses into courtly life during Boccaccio's time. Finally, lose yourself within palatial walls depicted by gouache with gold on paper—an exquisite portrayal of elegance from the 19th century. A man and woman navigate corridors adorned with luxury, embodying timeless sophistication within this resplendent palace setting. These captivating glimpses into royal courts remind us of the grandeur, artistry, and influence that shaped history.