Thirteenth Century Collection (#84)

Step back in time to the thirteenth century, a period of great cultural and artistic achievements

Thirteenth Century Collection: Blanche of Castile, wife of Louis VIII of France, (19th century). Artist: Delpech

Blanche of Castile, wife of Louis VIII of France, (19th century). Artist: Delpech
Blanche of Castile, wife of Louis VIII of France, (19th century). Queen Blanche of Castile (1188-1252) wife of Louis VIII of France and mother of Louis IX

Thirteenth Century Collection: Philip III of France, (1245-1285)

Philip III of France, (1245-1285). Philip III the Bold reigned as King of France from 1270 to 1285

Thirteenth Century Collection: Philip II of France, (1812). Artist: Barlow

Philip II of France, (1812). Artist: Barlow
Philip II of France, (1812). King Philip II Augustus (1165-1223), was King of France from 1180 to 1223

Thirteenth Century Collection: Bear and Monkey, 13th century, (1833)

Bear and Monkey, 13th century, (1833). Dancing bears and monkeys would peform in the public streets. Illustration after a book of prayers in the Harleian Collection of the British Library

Thirteenth Century Collection: Henry III renewing the Magna Carta in 1253 (1905)

Henry III renewing the Magna Carta in 1253 (1905). In Westminster Hall, the King took a solemn oath to keep inviolate the articles of the Charter on pain of excommunication

Thirteenth Century Collection: Roger Bacon, 13th century English Franciscan friar and philosopher, (c1850)

Roger Bacon, 13th century English Franciscan friar and philosopher, (c1850). Bacon (c1214-1292) was known as Doctor Mirabilis due to his interest in magic and alchemy

Thirteenth Century Collection: Henry III, King of England. Artist: Benoist

Henry III, King of England. Artist: Benoist
Henry III, King of England. Henry (1207-1272) is one of the least-known British monarchs, considering the great length of his reign

Thirteenth Century Collection: Kings of England. Artist: George Vertue

Kings of England. Artist: George Vertue
Kings of England. Portraits of William the Conqueror, William II, Henry I, Henry II, Stephen, Richard I, John and Henry III

Thirteenth Century Collection: Alexander III, King of Scotland. Artist: Hall

Alexander III, King of Scotland. Artist: Hall
Alexander III, King of Scotland. Alexander III (1241-1286) succeeded his father Alexander II as King of the Scots in 1249

Thirteenth Century Collection: Alexander II, King of Scotland. Artist: Hall

Alexander II, King of Scotland. Artist: Hall
Alexander II, King of Scotland. The son of William the Lion and Ermengarde of Beaumont, Alexander II (1198-1249) ascended the throne of Scotland in 1214

Thirteenth Century Collection: Louis IX, King of France, (1791). Artist: J Jones

Louis IX, King of France, (1791). Artist: J Jones
Louis IX, King of France, (1791). Louis IX (1215-1270) became king of France in 1226. Renowned for his piety and kindness to the poor, he was canonised by Pope Boniface VIII in 1297

Thirteenth Century Collection: Louis IX, King of France, (1805). Artist: J Chapman

Louis IX, King of France, (1805). Artist: J Chapman
Louis IX, King of France, (1805). Louis IX (1215-1270) became king of France in 1226. Renowned for his piety and kindness to the poor, he was canonised by Pope Boniface VIII in 1297

Thirteenth Century Collection: Henry III, King of England. Artist: Nathaniel Parr

Henry III, King of England. Artist: Nathaniel Parr
Henry III, King of England. Henry (1207-1272) is one of the least-known British monarchs, considering the great length of his reign

Thirteenth Century Collection: St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, 1829. Artist: J Rogers

St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, 1829. Artist: J Rogers
St Saviours Church, Southwark, London, 1829. Mainly built between 1220 and 1420, this church became the cathedral of the diocese of Southwark when it was established in 1897

Thirteenth Century Collection: Edward I Attacks Scotland, (c1850)

Edward I Attacks Scotland, (c1850). King Edward (1239-1307) fighting the Scots. Colour plate from Pictures of English History, George Routledge & Sons, (London, New York, c1850)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Henry III And The Barons, (c1850)

Henry III And The Barons, (c1850). King Henry III (1207-1272). Colour plate from Pictures of English History, George Routledge & Sons, (London, New York, c1850)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Dante Alighieri, Italian Florentine poet, (1903)

Dante Alighieri, Italian Florentine poet, (1903). Dantes (1265-1321) greatest work, la Divina Commedia (The Divine Comedy)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Pope Innocent V

Pope Innocent V. Born Pierre de Tarentaise, Innocent (c1225-1276) was pope from January 21 to June 22, 1276

Thirteenth Century Collection: Pope Innocent IV

Pope Innocent IV. Born Sinibaldo de Fieschi, Innocent was pope from 1243-1254, and belonged to the feudal nobility of Liguria

Thirteenth Century Collection: Pope Alexander IV

Pope Alexander IV. Alexander (c1199-1261) was born Rinaldo Conti. He was pope from 1254, and is described as a stout, kindly and cheerful man of no great brilliance

Thirteenth Century Collection: Scenes of medieval life, 13th century, (1870)

Scenes of medieval life, 13th century, (1870). A wood engraving after a miniature in a psalter, representing warlike, scientific, commercial, and agricultural works

Thirteenth Century Collection: Interior of Amiens Cathedral, France, 13th century, (1870). Artist: J Huyot

Interior of Amiens Cathedral, France, 13th century, (1870). Artist: J Huyot
Interior of Amiens Cathedral, France, 13th century, (1870). An engraving from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix, (London, 1870)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Mainz Cathedral, Rhine, Germany, 12th and 13th century, (1870)

Mainz Cathedral, Rhine, Germany, 12th and 13th century, (1870). An engraving of the cathedral, built in the 12th and 13th centuries

Thirteenth Century Collection: Decoration of the Sainte Chapelle, Paris, 13th century, (1870). Artist: Franz Kellerhoven

Decoration of the Sainte Chapelle, Paris, 13th century, (1870). Artist: Franz Kellerhoven
Decoration of the Sainte Chapelle, Paris, 13th century, (1870). A chromolithographic print from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix, (London, 1870)

Thirteenth Century Collection: King David playing on a rote, 13th century, (1870)

King David playing on a rote, 13th century, (1870). A wood engraving of a painted window in the Chapel of the Virgin, Cathedral of Troyes

Thirteenth Century Collection: Abbots crozier, 13th century, (1870)

Abbots crozier, 13th century, (1870). A wood engraving of an enamelled crozier, made in Limoges, France. Illustration from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance

Thirteenth Century Collection: Spurs, 13th-16th century, (1870)

Spurs, 13th-16th century, (1870). German spur (top), and Italian spur, (below). A wood engraving from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix, (London, 1870)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Helmets, 13th and 15th centuries, (1870)

Helmets, 13th and 15th centuries, (1870). The helmet of Hughes, Vidame of Chalons, 13th century, and a tournament helmet, screwed on the breastplate, late 15th century

Thirteenth Century Collection: A key, 13th century, (1870)

A key, 13th century, (1870). A key with two figures of chimeras, back to back. A wood engraving from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix, (London, 1870)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Louis IX, 14th century, (1870)

Louis IX, 14th century, (1870). Louis IX (1214-1270) represented in his regal chair, tapestried in fleurs de lis, from a miniature of the 14th century

Thirteenth Century Collection: Nurses and sucklings, c1300, (1924). Artist: Hildierand

Nurses and sucklings, c1300, (1924). Artist: Hildierand
Nurses and sucklings, c1300, (1924)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Charlemagne Window, Cathedral of Chartres, France, c1225

Charlemagne Window, Cathedral of Chartres, France, c1225. Detail of a stained glass window

Thirteenth Century Collection: Bronze candlestick, late 13th-early 14th century, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw

Bronze candlestick, late 13th-early 14th century, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Bronze candlestick, late 13th-early 14th century, (1843). Illustration from Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Centuries, by Henry Shaw, (London, 1843)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Siege, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw

Siege, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Siege, c1260, (1843). Copy of a manuscript illustration showing assailants, under cover of a kind of shed which has been moved by wheels up to the walls, undermining the tower

Thirteenth Century Collection: Siege machine, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw

Siege machine, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Siege machine, c1260, (1843). Copy of a manuscript illustration showing soldiers using a machine to hurl stones at the walls of an enemy stronghold

Thirteenth Century Collection: Initial letter Q, 13th century, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw

Initial letter Q, 13th century, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Initial letter Q, 13th century, (1843). Illustration from Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Centuries, by Henry Shaw, (London, 1843)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Knights fighting, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw

Knights fighting, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Knights fighting, c1260, (1843). Illustration from Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Centuries, by Henry Shaw, (London, 1843)

Thirteenth Century Collection: King Edward I

King Edward I. Edward (1239-1307), popularly known as Longshanks because of his 6 foot 2 inch (1.88 m) frame, and the Hammer of the Scots

Thirteenth Century Collection: King Henry III

King Henry III. Henry (1207-1272) is one of the least-known British monarchs, considering the great length of his reign. He was also the first child monarch in English royal history

Thirteenth Century Collection: King John

King John. John, (c1166-1216) reigned as King of England from April 6, 1199, until his death. He succeeded to the throne as the younger brother of King Richard I (known as Richard the Lionheart)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Westminster Abbey, London, 1804. Artist: Rawle

Westminster Abbey, London, 1804. Artist: Rawle
Westminster Abbey, London, 1804. A copper plate from Modern London; Being the History and Present State of the British Metropolis, by Richard Phillips, (London, 1805)

Thirteenth Century Collection: Dunsfold Church, Surrey, 1850. Artist: J H Kernot

Dunsfold Church, Surrey, 1850. Artist: J H Kernot
Dunsfold Church, Surrey, 1850. The church was built mainly between 1260 and 1290

Thirteenth Century Collection: Westminster Hospital and Abbey Church, London, 19th century. Artist: J Woods

Westminster Hospital and Abbey Church, London, 19th century. Artist: J Woods
Westminster Hospital and Abbey Church, London, 19th century. The hospital, which opened in the 18th century, was rebuilt in the 1830s, and demolished in 1950

Thirteenth Century Collection: Westminster Abbey from the altar, London, 19th century. Artist: J Woods

Westminster Abbey from the altar, London, 19th century. Artist: J Woods
Westminster Abbey from the altar, London, 19th century. View down the nave of the Gothic interior which dates from the 13th century

Thirteenth Century Collection: Revel, Estonia, 1879

Revel, Estonia, 1879. Revel was the name used for Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, until 1918. Visible here is the 13th-century Gothic church of St Olai

Thirteenth Century Collection: Edward I, 1860

Edward I, 1860. Portrait of the king (1239-1307) with crown and sword, surrounded by scenes from his reign

Thirteenth Century Collection: King Henry III, 1860

King Henry III, 1860. Portrait of the king (1207-1272)

Thirteenth Century Collection: The Battle of the Neva on July 15, 1240, 1940. Artist: Julia Truze-Ternovskaya

The Battle of the Neva on July 15, 1240, 1940. Artist: Julia Truze-Ternovskaya
The Battle of the Neva on July 15, 1240, 1940. The Battle of the Neva was fought on the banks of the River Neva between the armies of Sweden and the Republic of Novgorod

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Step back in time to the thirteenth century, a period of great cultural and artistic achievements. The Hereford Mappa Mundi, created in 1285 by Richard de Bello, offers a fascinating glimpse into the medieval world with its intricate depiction of geography and biblical events. Meanwhile, St Elizabeth of Hungary can be seen spinning wool for the poor in a beautiful painting from 1901, showcasing acts of charity during this era. Dante's Divine Comedy comes alive through Domenico di Michelino's illuminating masterpiece from 1464-1465. This captivating artwork brings Florence and its literary genius to life as Dante embarks on his epic journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. Traveling across continents, we encounter the Page from the Dresden Codex—a Maya manuscript that reveals their advanced knowledge of astronomy and mathematics. In contrast, Matthew Paris's Map of Great Britain provides an insight into medieval cartography with its detailed representation of rivers and towns in southern England and Wales. Delving further into religious manuscripts, a French Bible dating back to 1280-1300 showcases an exquisite leaf opening The Book of Nehemias. Its delicate calligraphy transports us to a time when books were meticulously crafted by hand. Artistic expressions extend beyond Europe as Alexa Petrov's portrayal of Saint Nicholas of Lipna takes us to Russia in 1294. This stunning piece captures both spiritual devotion and artistic skill. In architectural wonders like Rievaulx Abbey or Chirk Castle—both captured beautifully by unknown artists—we witness grandeur intertwined with history. These structures stand as testaments to the power dynamics prevalent during this era. Finally, we find ourselves immersed in frescoes within Anagni Cathedral's crypt—an Italian treasure adorned with vibrant colors that tell stories lost over centuries but now rediscovered thanks to restoration efforts. As we reflect on these glimpses into thirteenth-century artistry and culture, we are reminded of the rich tapestry that shaped our world.