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Sec Xi Collection (#5)

"Sec XI: A Journey Through Time and History" Step into the enchanting world of Sec XI, where history comes alive through captivating images

Background imageSec Xi Collection: England before the Norman Conquest (litho)

England before the Norman Conquest (litho)
8661400 England before the Norman Conquest (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: England before the Norman Conquest)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Battle Abbey, the Gate-House, Founded by William the Conqueror on the Battlefield of Hastings

Battle Abbey, the Gate-House, Founded by William the Conqueror on the Battlefield of Hastings (b/w photo)
8645521 Battle Abbey, the Gate-House, Founded by William the Conqueror on the Battlefield of Hastings (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageSec Xi Collection: The coronation of William the Conqueror (litho)

The coronation of William the Conqueror (litho)
8646471 The coronation of William the Conqueror (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coronation of William the Conqueror)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Tea Bowl, 1100-1200s (stoneware with 'oil spot' glaze, black ware)

Tea Bowl, 1100-1200s (stoneware with "oil spot" glaze, black ware)
XOS5881201 Tea Bowl, 1100-1200s (stoneware with "oil spot" glaze, black ware) by Chinese School; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Northern China, Henan province)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: William the First receiving the crown of England. (print)

William the First receiving the crown of England. (print)
7419994 William the First receiving the crown of England. (print); (add.info.: William the First receiving the crown of England)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Scene from the washing of feet Miniature from the German manuscript ms.1275

Scene from the washing of feet Miniature from the German manuscript ms.1275
BEN5475088 Scene from the washing of feet Miniature from the German manuscript ms.1275, folio 5r Liber Sacramentorum (Sacred Book). 10th-11th century

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Portrait and coat of arms of POPE URBANO II, 1088 (xylography)

Portrait and coat of arms of POPE URBANO II, 1088 (xylography)
7272485 Portrait and coat of arms of POPE URBANO II, 1088 (xylography); (add.info.: POPE URBANO II (1040-1099) born Brass of Lagery, promoter of Concilio di Clermont and the Crusade

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Ships of William the Conqueror, 1066, 1811 (coloured etching)

Ships of William the Conqueror, 1066, 1811 (coloured etching)
7341606 Ships of William the Conqueror, 1066, 1811 (coloured etching) by Atkinson, John Augustus (1775-1831) (after); 25.7x32.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: C.H.S)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Christ's entry into Jerusalem: the inhabitants welcome him with joy by spreading their clothes

Christ's entry into Jerusalem: the inhabitants welcome him with joy by spreading their clothes on the floor
BEN5469741 Christ's entry into Jerusalem: the inhabitants welcome him with joy by spreading their clothes on the floor

Background imageSec Xi Collection: St. Peter and the Virgin Mary. end of 11th century (tempera on wood)

St. Peter and the Virgin Mary. end of 11th century (tempera on wood)
AIS5332804 St. Peter and the Virgin Mary. end of 11th century (tempera on wood); 720 x 479 x 500 cm; Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain ; (add.info.: Apse from El Burgal)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: L'eglise of saint Pierre and saint Paul, Soudron, (11th century), Marne, France

L'eglise of saint Pierre and saint Paul, Soudron, (11th century), Marne, France
5669420 L'eglise of saint Pierre and saint Paul, Soudron, (11th century), Marne, France. By Baron Isidore Taylor (1789 - 1879), French traveller and author

Background imageSec Xi Collection: SAINT TIMOTHY MARTYR

SAINT TIMOTHY MARTYR
6203515 SAINT TIMOTHY MARTYR; (add.info.: SAINT TIMOTHY MARTYR (about 17-97), a disciple of Paul of Tarsus and his companion during missionary journeys

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Byzantium: faces of different Roman emperors of the Orient. Top in the middle

Byzantium: faces of different Roman emperors of the Orient. Top in the middle
VEN5028002 Byzantium: faces of different Roman emperors of the Orient. Top in the middle: portrait of Theodore I Lascaris (Theodoros I Komnenos Laskaris) (1173-1222), emperor from 1205 to 1222

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Anatomy: representation of the uterus by Garioponto (970 - 1050), Italian doctor of the Middle Ages

Anatomy: representation of the uterus by Garioponto (970 - 1050), Italian doctor of the Middle Ages
XEE5029576 Anatomy: representation of the uterus by Garioponto (970 - 1050), Italian doctor of the Middle Ages, Biblioteca Civica Bertoliana

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Portrait of King Edgar (943-975) of England 'The Pacific'

Portrait of King Edgar (943-975) of England "The Pacific"
NWI4946340 Portrait of King Edgar (943-975) of England "The Pacific".; (add.info.: Portrait of King Edgar (943-975) of England "The Pacific".); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Bordeaux, Gironde 33000. Cathedrale Saint Andre, Gothic style 1096. Royal Portal: the eardrum

Bordeaux, Gironde 33000. Cathedrale Saint Andre, Gothic style 1096. Royal Portal: the eardrum. Place Pey White
JEB4945922 Bordeaux, Gironde 33000. Cathedrale Saint Andre, Gothic style 1096. Royal Portal: the eardrum. Place Pey White; (add.info.: Bordeaux, Gironde 33000)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: View of the cloister of the cathedral of Saint Lizier (Saint-Lizier), 11th-12th century Ariege

View of the cloister of the cathedral of Saint Lizier (Saint-Lizier), 11th-12th century Ariege
JEB4945563 View of the cloister of the cathedral of Saint Lizier (Saint-Lizier), 11th-12th century Ariege; (add.info.: View of the cloister of the cathedral of Saint Lizier (Saint-Lizier)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Emperor Othon I of the Holy Empire, known as the Great (921-973)

Emperor Othon I of the Holy Empire, known as the Great (921-973) forgives his brother Henry I of Baviere
NWI4944346 Emperor Othon I of the Holy Empire, known as the Great (921-973) forgives his brother Henry I of Baviere (919 or 922-955) - Holy Roman Emperor Otto I pardoning his brother Henry

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Vladimir Sviatoslavich, known as the Beautiful Sun (or Vladimir I said the Great or Saint Vladimir)

Vladimir Sviatoslavich, known as the Beautiful Sun (or Vladimir I said the Great or Saint Vladimir) (958-1015)
NWI4945526 Vladimir Sviatoslavich, known as the Beautiful Sun (or Vladimir I said the Great or Saint Vladimir) (958-1015) introduced Christiannism in Russia Vladimir I introducing Christianity into

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, 10th and 11th century, Spain, Catalonia

Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, 10th and 11th century, Spain, Catalonia
JEB4950249 Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, 10th and 11th century, Spain, Catalonia; (add.info.: Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, 10th and 11th century, Spain, Catalonia); © Jean Bernard

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Godfrey of Bouillon with armour, 15th century (xylograph)

Godfrey of Bouillon with armour, 15th century (xylograph)
CUL4929519 Godfrey of Bouillon with armour, 15th century (xylograph); Bibliotheque Royale de Belgique, Brussels, Belgium; (add.info.: Duke of Lower Lorraine (1089-1095)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Tour de wardrobe: scene of fishing in a basin. Detail of an anonymous 11th century fresco at

Tour de wardrobe: scene of fishing in a basin. Detail of an anonymous 11th century fresco at the Palais des Papes
JEB4962219 Tour de wardrobe: scene of fishing in a basin. Detail of an anonymous 11th century fresco at the Palais des Papes, Avignon; (add.info.: Tour de wardrobe: scene of fishing in a basin)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Moorish Art: period of the Taifas (small Spanish Muslim kingdoms) (1039-1094)

Moorish Art: period of the Taifas (small Spanish Muslim kingdoms) (1039-1094). Set of Palencia.1049-1050
JEB4962091 Moorish Art: period of the Taifas (small Spanish Muslim kingdoms) (1039-1094). Set of Palencia.1049-1050. Ivory, gold and brave

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Noblewoman of Spain from the late 11th or early 12th century

Noblewoman of Spain from the late 11th or early 12th century. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von
FLO4706280 Noblewoman of Spain from the late 11th or early 12th century. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Peoples of

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Costume of an anglo saxon eveque (67) with a flat mitre and a butt used in the 10th and 11th century

Costume of an anglo saxon eveque (67) with a flat mitre and a butt used in the 10th and 11th century
FLO4707530 Costume of an anglo saxon eveque (67) with a flat mitre and a butt used in the 10th and 11th century, and of two monks (66 and 68)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Portrait of Wulstan (or Wulfstan), second arch of York from 1002-1023

Portrait of Wulstan (or Wulfstan), second arch of York from 1002-1023. A copy of an 11th century manuscript
FLO4707477 Portrait of Wulstan (or Wulfstan), second arch of York from 1002-1023. A copy of an 11th century manuscript, dressed in his ordinary dress, sitting and studying a book in his office

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Saint Augustine, from 'De Civitate Dei' by Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430) (Ms. Plut. 12.21, c)

Saint Augustine, from "De Civitate Dei" by Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430) (Ms. Plut. 12.21, c)
DEX5040746 Saint Augustine, from "De Civitate Dei" by Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430) (Ms. Plut. 12.21, c. 1v), 10th century (miniature); Biblioteca Medicea-Laurenziana, Florence

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Marine monster of the Phiiologus (Greek bestiary) - Page from 'Physiologus'

Marine monster of the Phiiologus (Greek bestiary) - Page from "Physiologus" (Physiologos or physiologist)
GIA5034721 Marine monster of the Phiiologus (Greek bestiary) - Page from "Physiologus" (Physiologos or physiologist), 11th century manuscript.; © Giancarlo Costa

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Prieure of Serrabone, founded in 1082. View of the gallery of the cloister from the south outside

Prieure of Serrabone, founded in 1082. View of the gallery of the cloister from the south outside
JEB4920071 Prieure of Serrabone, founded in 1082. View of the gallery of the cloister from the south outside. Boule d'Amont (Boule-d'Amont), Pyrenees Orientales (Pyrenees-Orientales)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: The beeping monsters. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)

The beeping monsters. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)
JEB4919795 The beeping monsters. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin, XI century) in Plaimpied-Givaudins (Plaimpied Givaudins), Cher

Background imageSec Xi Collection: The pelicans. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)

The pelicans. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)
JEB4919770 The pelicans. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin, XI century) in Plaimpied-Givaudins (Plaimpied Givaudins), Cher, Centre.; (add.info.: The pelicans)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: The beeping monsters. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)

The beeping monsters. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)
JEB4919748 The beeping monsters. View of a marquee of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin, XI century) in Plaimpied-Givaudins (Plaimpied Givaudins), Cher

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Crouching man. View of a capital of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)

Crouching man. View of a capital of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)
JEB4919722 Crouching man. View of a capital of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin, 11th century) in Plaimpied-Givaudins (Plaimpied Givaudins), Cher, Centre.; (add.info.: Crouching man)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Christ, Scene of Temptation. View of the frescoes of the choir of the church Saint Aignan

Christ, Scene of Temptation. View of the frescoes of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century)
JEB4919357 Christ, Scene of Temptation. View of the frescoes of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay, Cher (18120), Centre, France; (add.info.: Christ)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Works of the Fields: August, September and October (from top to bottom)

Works of the Fields: August, September and October (from top to bottom). View of the frescoes of the choir of
JEB4919289 Works of the Fields: August, September and October (from top to bottom). View of the frescoes of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay, Cher (18120)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Works of the Champs, June, May and April from top to bottom. Romanesque art

Works of the Champs, June, May and April from top to bottom. Romanesque art
JEB4919253 Works of the Champs, June, May and April from top to bottom. Romanesque art. Fresco of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay, Cher (18120), Centre

Background imageSec Xi Collection: The flight to Egypt. Romanesque art. Fresco of the choir of the church Saint Aignan

The flight to Egypt. Romanesque art. Fresco of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay
JEB4919179 The flight to Egypt. Romanesque art. Fresco of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay, Cher (18120), Centre, France.; (add.info.: The flight to Egypt)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: First Crusade, 'God wills it': rallying cry of Peter the Hermit (1050 - 1115)

First Crusade, "God wills it": rallying cry of Peter the Hermit (1050 - 1115)
ELD4925447 First Crusade, "God wills it": rallying cry of Peter the Hermit (1050 - 1115) preached the first crusade

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Godefroy de Bouillon (1058-1100) entering Jerusalem, in 1099 - Colorisee engraving

Godefroy de Bouillon (1058-1100) entering Jerusalem, in 1099 - Colorisee engraving
NWI4928035 Godefroy de Bouillon (1058-1100) entering Jerusalem, in 1099 - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Godfrey de Bouillon entering Jerusalem in the First Crusade - Hand-colored woodcut of a

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries

Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries. The cloister
JEB4920659 Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries. The cloister. Narbonne, Aude, Languedoc Roussillon (Languedoc-Roussillon), France

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries

Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries
JEB4920621 Abbey of Fontfroide. Benedictine abbey then Cistercian built in the 11th and 12th centuries. The cloister, the occulus and the bell tower

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Pope Urbain II (Eudes de Chatillon or Odon de Lagery, 1042-1099)

Pope Urbain II (Eudes de Chatillon or Odon de Lagery, 1042-1099) calling for the first crusade at the Council of
NWI4892332 Pope Urbain II (Eudes de Chatillon or Odon de Lagery, 1042-1099) calling for the first crusade at the Council of Clermont in 1095

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Peter the Hermit preach the first crusade before Pope Urban II, 1095

Peter the Hermit preach the first crusade before Pope Urban II, 1095. Colouring engraving of the 19th century
NWI4892770 Peter the Hermit preach the first crusade before Pope Urban II, 1095. Colouring engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Peter the Hermit preach the first crusade before Pope Urban II)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Alfonso I, ' The Battler' (1073-1134). King of Aragon and Navarre (1104-1134)

Alfonso I, " The Battler" (1073-1134). King of Aragon and Navarre (1104-1134)
CUL4858599 Alfonso I, " The Battler" (1073-1134). King of Aragon and Navarre (1104-1134). by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: Alfonso I, " The Battler" (1073-1134)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Voluted roman oil lamp with erotic scene. 1st c. A.D. Roman art Early Empire. Terra-cotta. SPAIN

Voluted roman oil lamp with erotic scene. 1st c. A.D. Roman art Early Empire. Terra-cotta. SPAIN. CATALONIA. BARCELONA
CUL4849844 Voluted roman oil lamp with erotic scene. 1st c. A.D. Roman art Early Empire. Terra-cotta. SPAIN. CATALONIA. BARCELONA. Barcelona. Archaeology Museum of Catalonia. SPAIN. CATALONIA

Background imageSec Xi Collection: The Chastete tree (miniature)

The Chastete tree (miniature)
CUL4850430 The Chastete tree (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (14th century); (add.info.: The Chastete tree, which turns off the lust and whose rest in the leaves causes fantastic dreams - IBN BUTLAN)

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Voluted roman oil lamp with erotic scene. 1st c. A.D. Roman art Early Empire. Terra-cotta. SPAIN

Voluted roman oil lamp with erotic scene. 1st c. A.D. Roman art Early Empire. Terra-cotta. SPAIN. CATALONIA. BARCELONA
CUL4850116 Voluted roman oil lamp with erotic scene. 1st c. A.D. Roman art Early Empire. Terra-cotta. SPAIN. CATALONIA. BARCELONA. Barcelona. Archaeology Museum of Catalonia. SPAIN. CATALONIA

Background imageSec Xi Collection: Excommunication of the King of France Robert II called Robert the Pious (972-1031)

Excommunication of the King of France Robert II called Robert the Pious (972-1031)
ELD4855792 Excommunication of the King of France Robert II called Robert the Pious (972-1031) in 998 to marry his cousin Berthe of Burgundy




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"Sec XI: A Journey Through Time and History" Step into the enchanting world of Sec XI, where history comes alive through captivating images. From the grandeur of The Barbican to the majestic Alnwick Castle, this collection takes us on a visual odyssey through centuries past. In a black and white photograph, we glimpse the north wall of Alnwick Castle's Inner Ward, standing tall as a testament to its medieval glory. Another image showcases the breathtaking view of Alnwick Castle in Northumberland, evoking a sense of awe and wonder. Moving beyond castles, we delve into historical events depicted in stunning artworks. Witness William the Conqueror's solemn gaze upon Harold's lifeless body in an oil painting that captures the weighty aftermath of battle. Nearby stands a marble tombstone from 1040, honoring a Muslim girl whose story remains untold but forever remembered. The canvas unfolds further with scenes like "The Fire of Rome, " immortalizing one fateful day in July 64 AD when flames engulfed an empire. In contrast, "The Death of Germanicus" transports us to ancient Rome as we witness tragedy unfold before our eyes – Agrippina's assassination at her son Nero's command. Venturing eastward brings us face-to-face with Avicenna (Ibn Sina), an eminent Persian philosopher and scientist who left an indelible mark on human knowledge during his lifetime from 980-1037 AD. His portrait is drawn from "The Chronicles of Nuremberg, " adding depth to our understanding of this influential figure. As we explore religious costumes throughout the Middle Ages – from priests to popes and members of esteemed orders – each attire tells its own tale within society’s intricate tapestry. Pope Benedict IX emerges through time via another drawing from "Misteri del Vaticano, " reminding us how power can shape both individuals and eras alike.