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Simon De Montfort Collection

Simon de Montfort was a controversial figure in medieval history, known for his role in various battles and sieges

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Simon De Montfort, riding into Rochester Cathedral on horseback (litho)

Simon De Montfort, riding into Rochester Cathedral on horseback (litho)
5198247 Simon De Montfort, riding into Rochester Cathedral on horseback (litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Simon De Montfort)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Death of Simon De Montfort, (1218), 1890. Creator: Unknown

Death of Simon De Montfort, (1218), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Death of Simon De Montfort, (1218), 1890. Simon de Montfort, 5th Earl of Leicester (1175-1218), a prominent leader of the Albigensian Crusade, died at the Siege of Toulouse in 1218

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: 'Simon thou worst of traitors, I defy thee, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea

"Simon thou worst of traitors, I defy thee, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea
IL323225 " Simon thou worst of traitors, I defy thee, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Stott, W.R.S

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Simon de Montfort (engraving)

Simon de Montfort (engraving)
2813013 Simon de Montfort (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Simon de Montfort)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Sir Simon de Montfort, song illustration from Pan-Pipes

Sir Simon de Montfort, song illustration from Pan-Pipes
DGC452031 Sir Simon de Montfort, song illustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: The death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218 (engraving)

The death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218 (engraving)
3647271 The death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218 (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Simon de Montfort (coloured engraving)

Simon de Montfort (coloured engraving)
3093040 Simon de Montfort (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Simon de Montfort)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Henrys Quarrel with De Montfort (engraving)

Henrys Quarrel with De Montfort (engraving)
664476 Henrys Quarrel with De Montfort (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henrys Quarrel with De Montfort)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Death of De Montfort

Death of De Montfort
LLM339231 Death of De Montfort by Doyle, James William Edmund (1822-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of De Montfort)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: The Keep, Kenilworth (photo)

The Keep, Kenilworth (photo)
727548 The Keep, Kenilworth (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Keep, Kenilworth)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Simon de Montfort (coloured engraving)

Simon de Montfort (coloured engraving)
2802237 Simon de Montfort (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Simon de Montfort)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Death of De Montfort, 12 August 1265, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub

Death of De Montfort, 12 August 1265, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub
984753 Death of De Montfort, 12 August 1265, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: The battle of Evesham: De Montforts last stand (engraving)

The battle of Evesham: De Montforts last stand (engraving)
654004 The battle of Evesham: De Montforts last stand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The battle of Evesham: De Montforts last stand)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Death of Simon De Montfort (engraving)

Death of Simon De Montfort (engraving)
653953 Death of Simon De Montfort (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Simon De Montfort)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Simon de Montfort and the Barons demanding reforms from Henry III, AD 1258 (coloured engraving)

Simon de Montfort and the Barons demanding reforms from Henry III, AD 1258 (coloured engraving)
973034 Simon de Montfort and the Barons demanding reforms from Henry III, AD 1258 (coloured engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Death of Simon de Montfort, Battle of Evesham, Worcestershire, 1265 (1864). Artist

Death of Simon de Montfort, Battle of Evesham, Worcestershire, 1265 (1864). Artist
Death of Simon de Montfort, Battle of Evesham, Worcestershire, 1265 (1864). Simon de Montfort (1208-1265), 6th Earl of Leicester

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: King Henry III and his Parliament, Westminster, 1258 (1864)

King Henry III and his Parliament, Westminster, 1258 (1864). In 1258, a group of powerful barons led by Simon de Montfort compelled Henry (1211-1271) to accept the Provisions of Oxford

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Death of De Montfort, 1265 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle

Death of De Montfort, 1265 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Death of De Montfort, 1864. Simon de Montfort, (1208- 1265) was a French-English nobleman who led the rebellion against King Henry III of England during the Second Barons War of 1263-64

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Simon de Montfort, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935

Simon de Montfort, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
Simon de Montfort. Based on his great seal at the British Museum. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Chateau de Montfort (Montfort-l Amaury), France, 1882-1884. Artist:s le Pippre

Chateau de Montfort (Montfort-l Amaury), France, 1882-1884. Artist:s le Pippre
Chateau de Montfort (Montfort-l Amaury), France, 1882-1884. Simon de Montfort, 6th Earl of Leicester, was born in the castle in 1208. It was destroyed by the English during the Hundred Years War

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Henry III at the battle of Lewes, 14th May 1264. Artist: Felix Henri Emmanuel Philippoteaux

Henry III at the battle of Lewes, 14th May 1264. Artist: Felix Henri Emmanuel Philippoteaux
King Henry III (1207-1272) at the battle of Lewes, 14th May 1264. The Battle of Lewes was one of two main battles of the conflict known as the Second Barons War

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: The Battle of Evesham, 4 August 1265, (c1880)

The Battle of Evesham, 4 August 1265, (c1880). Evesham marked the end of the Second Barons War. Royalist forces led by Prince Edward (Edward I) defeated Simon de Montfort (c1208-1265)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Simon de Montfort quarrelling with Henry III, 1257, (c1880)

Simon de Montfort quarrelling with Henry III, 1257, (c1880). Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester (c1208-1265), English statesman and soldier, quarrelling with Henry III (1207-1272)

Background imageSimon De Montfort Collection: Death Of Simon De Montfort

Death Of Simon De Montfort
illustration of a Death Of Simon De Montfort



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Simon de Montfort was a controversial figure in medieval history, known for his role in various battles and sieges. In the Siege of Carcassonne in 1209, he displayed his military prowess as he fought to capture the city. This event is beautifully depicted in Jean-Paul Laurens' painting from 1858-1921. However, Simon's actions were not always praised. As seen in the illustration from "British Battles on Land and Sea, " published around 1910, he was labeled as a traitor by some. Despite this criticism, Simon remained defiant against his opponents. His legacy extended beyond warfare; it also inspired artistic creations such as song illustrations found in Pan-Pipes magazine. These depictions showcased his influence and impact during that era. Tragically, Simon met his demise at the Siege of Toulouse in 1218. The engraving capturing this moment emphasizes the dramatic nature of his death. Throughout history, artists have sought to immortalize Simon de Montfort through their works. Colored engravings like those featured here showcase him as a prominent historical figure. One notable conflict associated with Simon was Henry's Quarrel with De Montfort, which is vividly portrayed through an engraving highlighting their clash of power struggles. The Keep at Kenilworth Castle stands today as a reminder of Simon's involvement there during significant events. A photograph captures its grandeur and serves as a testament to its historical significance. Simon de Montfort's story came to an end on August 12th, 1265. His death is chronicled within "A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, " where it marks the conclusion of an era filled with political turmoil and fierce battles. Perhaps one of the most iconic moments surrounding Simon de Montfort is depicted in an engraving titled "The Battle of Evesham: De Montfort's Last Stand. " This image encapsulates the intensity and bravery displayed by Simon during his final moments.