Sec Xi Collection (#8)

Pont du Gard, Roman Acqueduc, Civil construction around the 1st century. Photography, KIM Youngtae, Gard
YOU4418286 Pont du Gard, Roman Acqueduc, Civil construction around the 1st century. Photography, KIM Youngtae, Gard, Languedoc-Roussillon.; (add.info.: Pont du Gard, Roman Acqueduc)

William of Normandy entering London (litho)
8632518 William of Normandy entering London (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William of Normandy entering London)

The Building of the British Empire (colour litho)
8658810 The Building of the British Empire (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Building of the British Empire)

Harold Godwinson, last Anglo-Saxon King of England (litho)
8664142 Harold Godwinson, last Anglo-Saxon King of England (litho) by Chesterman, Hugh (1884-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harold Godwinson, last Anglo-Saxon King of England)

Battle of Hastings, Death of Harold (engraving)
8670401 Battle of Hastings, Death of Harold (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Hastings, Death of Harold)

William the Conqueror granting a Charter to London, 1066 (colour litho)
8660020 William the Conqueror granting a Charter to London, 1066 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William the Conqueror granting a Charter to London)

First Crusade: Portrait of Baudouin de Boulogne called Baldwin Ist (v. 1065-1118), King of Jerusalem (miniature)
AIS5389855 First Crusade: Portrait of Baudouin de Boulogne called Baldwin Ist (v. 1065-1118), King of Jerusalem (miniature); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Canon Medicinae (Canon of Medicine): Kitab Al Qanun fi Al-Tibb, more simply known in the West as Qanun or Canon
VEN5028197 Canon Medicinae (Canon of Medicine): Kitab Al Qanun fi Al-Tibb, more simply known in the West as Qanun or Canon, book of the medical laws of the philosopher

Disouverte du Nouveau Monde (disouverte de l'Americas): Scandinavian people (Vikings)
NWI4847562 Disouverte du Nouveau Monde (disouverte de l'Americas): Scandinavian people (Vikings) celebrating their discovery of Vinland

Mathilde of Flanders (1031-1083), Queen of England and wife of William of Conquerant, Palais de Luxembourg, Paris
NWI4946798 Mathilde of Flanders (1031-1083), Queen of England and wife of William of Conquerant, Palais de Luxembourg, Paris; (add.info.: Mathilde of Flanders (1031-1083)

Norsemen sailing down the coast of North America - Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
NWI4853496 Norsemen sailing down the coast of North America - Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration; (add.info)

Portrait of Gerbert d'Aurillac, d'Aquitaine or de Reims dit Sylvestre II) (c 938-1003)
ELD4906599 Portrait of Gerbert d'Aurillac, d'Aquitaine or de Reims dit Sylvestre II) (c 938-1003) philosopher and mathematician) ((Pope Sylvester II (or Silvester II)

Portrait of the Roman Emperor Neron (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, 37-68), as a young man
NWI4912433 Portrait of the Roman Emperor Neron (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, 37-68), as a young man. Lithograph from 19th century illustration.; (add.info)

Representation of Saint Guidon d'Anderlecht (Guy d'Anderlecht) (950-1012) (Saint Guy of Anderlecht (also)
ELD4914218 Representation of Saint Guidon d'Anderlecht (Guy d'Anderlecht) (950-1012) (Saint Guy of Anderlecht (also, Guido, Guidon, Wye of Laken)

Portrait of Coloman of Hungary (Koloman Arpad called the Bibliophile) (1065-1116) (Coloman)
ELD4960377 Portrait of Coloman of Hungary (Koloman Arpad called the Bibliophile) (1065-1116) (Coloman, King of Hungary) engraving from " Historical Hungary" 1851; Private Collection;

Abbey of Sainte Foy de Conques, radiant chapels and apse, Romanesque architecture
YOU4418299 Abbey of Sainte Foy de Conques, radiant chapels and apse, Romanesque architecture, religious construction dating from the 11th century

King Harold II of England at the Battle of Hastings
2911193 King Harold II of England at the Battle of Hastings; (add.info.: King Harold II of England at the Battle of Hastings 1066.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Avicenna (Ibn Sina, 980-1037), detail from a page in "Canon of Medicine" (illuminated manuscript)
AIS5363869 Avicenna (Ibn Sina, 980-1037), detail from a page in "Canon of Medicine" (illuminated manuscript); Biblioteca Estense, Modena, Emilia-Romagna

portrait of William I the Conquerant (1027-1087) (William II of Normandy or even called the basard)
NWI4944955 portrait of William I the Conquerant (1027-1087) (William II of Normandy or even called the basard, then William I of England)

The coronation of William I after his conquest of England, 1066 - Coronation of William I after his conquest of
NWI4944943 The coronation of William I after his conquest of England, 1066 - Coronation of William I after his conquest of England, 1066

The Synod of Worms in January 1076 (beginning of the quarrel of the investitures of the eveques)
NWI4944923 The Synod of Worms in January 1076 (beginning of the quarrel of the investitures of the eveques) between the German eveques and the German Emperor Henry IV (1050 - 1106)

Fatimid civilization, 10th-12th century. Fragment of mural painting, from Fustat (fresco)
AIS5385593 Fatimid civilization, 10th-12th century. Fragment of mural painting, from Fustat (fresco); Museum of Islamic Art, Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: a man drinking); © Iberfoto

William I, also known as William the Conqueror. Portrait. (print)
7419970 William I, also known as William the Conqueror. Portrait. (print); (add.info.: William I, also known as William the Conqueror and William the Bastard, circa 1028 - 1087)

The Bapteme of Christ (above) Christ in the desert (below). Romanesque art
JEB4919191 The Bapteme of Christ (above) Christ in the desert (below). Romanesque art. Fresco of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay, Cher (18120), Centre

The Prince of Novgorod Oleg, known as the Wise (regne 879-612) nailed his shield to the gate of Constantinople (Turkey)
NWI4945664 The Prince of Novgorod Oleg, known as the Wise (regne 879-612) nailed his shield to the gate of Constantinople (Turkey)

Persecution of Christian martyrs under the reign of Emperor Nero: "A young Christian martyr led by pretorian gards
ELD4903162 Persecution of Christian martyrs under the reign of Emperor Nero: "A young Christian martyr led by pretorian gards in the arena where she will be delivered to the beasts under Nero

William I
3507800 William I; (add.info.: William I (c. 1028 - 1087), known as William the Conqueror or William the Bastard. first Norman King of England

The opening of an Arabic treatise on colic wirtten by Avicenna, 18th century (manuscript)
2625118 The opening of an Arabic treatise on colic wirtten by Avicenna, 18th century (manuscript); (add.info.: The opening a treatise on the treatment of colic written by Ibn S?n)

Incipit de l'Evangile selon Saint Mathieu, manuscrit du 10eme siecle. Collection privee, Milan
GIA5035958 Incipit de l'Evangile selon Saint Mathieu, manuscrit du 10eme siecle. Collection privee, Milan.; (add.info.: Incipit de l'Evangile selon Saint Mathieu, manuscrit du 10eme siecle)

Production of glass: two glass blowers and oven uses for cooking. Manuscript page " Treats on herbs"
VEN5028063 Production of glass: two glass blowers and oven uses for cooking. Manuscript page " Treats on herbs" (Tractatus de herbis) by Pedanius Dioscorides (Dioscorides) (40-90 AD)

Sugar production: a man in front of two sugar cones prepares the syrup. Manuscript page " Treat on herbs"
VEN5028045 Sugar production: a man in front of two sugar cones prepares the syrup. Manuscript page " Treat on herbs" (Tractatus de herbis) by Pedanius Dioscorides (Dioscorides) (40-90 AD)

Portrait of Basil II the Bulgaroctone Byzantine Emperor (958-1025). Reproduction of a miniature of the Middle Ages
NWI4927834 Portrait of Basil II the Bulgaroctone Byzantine Emperor (958-1025). Reproduction of a miniature of the Middle Ages.; (add.info)

First crusade: the conquete of Jerusalem in June - July 1099 by the croises of Godefroy de Bouillon (1058-1100)
ELD4924139 First crusade: the conquete of Jerusalem in June - July 1099 by the croises of Godefroy de Bouillon (1058-1100) (First crusade: the siege of Jerusalem by Godefroy de Bouillon)

Medieval banquet scene, 11th century - Lithograph of a miniature of the Tibere Psalter from the collection of Anglo
NWI4893701 Medieval banquet scene, 11th century - Lithograph of a miniature of the Tibere Psalter from the collection of Anglo Saxon manuscripts by Cotton, circa 1050 - Medieval banquet

Portrait of Anselm of Cantorbury (Canterbury) (or Saint Anselmo of Aosta (San Anselmo d'Aosta)
ELD4873874 Portrait of Anselm of Cantorbury (Canterbury) (or Saint Anselmo of Aosta (San Anselmo d'Aosta) or Anselm of Beak (1033-1109), Benedictine monk

British Antiquite (pre-Roman period, before 1st century): Boadicee (30-61), Queen of the Icenis
FLO4608258 British Antiquite (pre-Roman period, before 1st century): Boadicee (30-61), Queen of the Icenis, before her people of Norfolk (England) - Forte water by Robert Havell (1793-1878)

Saint Gauthier, Abbe of Pontoise (sometimes also: Gautier, Gaultier, Left-handed (1030-1099) - engraving 19th century
PCT4281792 Saint Gauthier, Abbe of Pontoise (sometimes also: Gautier, Gaultier, Left-handed (1030-1099) - engraving 19th century -; (add.info.: Saint Gauthier)

Map of the kingdom of Herode I the Great at the birth of Jesus Christ including the kingdom of Judee, Samaria
ELD4921457 Map of the kingdom of Herode I the Great at the birth of Jesus Christ including the kingdom of Judee, Samaria, Galilee

Battle between Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar dit Le Cid (1043-1099) and Garcia Ordonez (died 1108)
ELD4929055 Battle between Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar dit Le Cid (1043-1099) and Garcia Ordonez (died 1108) during the Battle of Cabra in 1079 (Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar El cid (c 1043 - 1099)

Athenes view of the East from the time of Adrien (1st and 2nd century)
NWI4856991 Athenes view of the East from the time of Adrien (1st and 2nd century).; (add.info.: Athenes view of the East from the time of Adrien (1st and 2nd century)

Representation of Queen Mathilde of Flanders (1031-1083) wife of William the conqueror making Bayeux tapestry
ELD4858522 Representation of Queen Mathilde of Flanders (1031-1083) wife of William the conqueror making Bayeux tapestry (known as Queen Mathilde's Tapestry)

Representation of Saint Ladislaus I of Hungary (1040-1095) (st Ladislaus I of Hungary). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4908367 Representation of Saint Ladislaus I of Hungary (1040-1095) (st Ladislaus I of Hungary). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Ancient Rome: " Portrait of Messaline (Valeria Messalina) (17/20-48) wife of emperor Claude
ELD4890145 Ancient Rome: " Portrait of Messaline (Valeria Messalina) (17/20-48) wife of emperor Claude and great debauchee" (Ancient rome)

Barbarian World: Viking attack led by Swedish king Olaf Tryggvason in the Channel, around 900
NWI4857084 Barbarian World: Viking attack led by Swedish king Olaf Tryggvason in the Channel, around 900. Coloured engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Barbarian World)

Robert II of France called the pious (the wise) feed the poors. Late 19th century (chromolithograph)
ELD4848730 Robert II of France called the pious (the wise) feed the poors. Late 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Representation de Otton Ier le Grand (912 - 973) couronne aux cotes de Berenger vaincu - in "Chroniques de Othon
GIA5036528 Representation de Otton Ier le Grand (912 - 973) couronne aux cotes de Berenger vaincu - in "Chroniques de Othon de Frise". Manuscrit sd

Godefroy de Bouillon (1058-1100) at the Premiere Crusade (1096-1099), 1096 - Colorisee engraving
NWI4927956 Godefroy de Bouillon (1058-1100) at the Premiere Crusade (1096-1099), 1096 - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Godfrey of Bouillon in the First Crusade

Erik le Rouge (Eirikr Thorvaldson) (ca. 940- around 1003 or 1010) bringing Scandinavian settlers to Greenland
NWI4853543 Erik le Rouge (Eirikr Thorvaldson) (ca. 940- around 1003 or 1010) bringing Scandinavian settlers to Greenland, circa 982 - Colorisee engraving

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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.