Vassal Collection

The Abolition of Serfdom in Russia, 1914. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Abolition of Serfdom in Russia, 1914. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Ceremony of Feudal Service, (c9th-10th century), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Ceremony of Feudal Service, (c9th-10th century), 1890. Formal ceremony during Early Medieval period to create a bond between a lord and his fighting man, or vassal

The Emancipation of the serfs in 1861, 1861. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

Unforgettable day of the Emancipation of the serfs in 1861, 1865. Artist: Russian Master
Unforgettable day of the Emancipation of the serfs in 1861, 1865. Found in the collection of State History Museum, Moscow

Conquest of al-Andalus by Ferdinand the Saint
Siege of the city of Jaen by King Ferdinand III the Saint (1199/1201-1252). Muhammad I surrendered the city of Jaen to King Ferdinand, signing a treaty of vassalage with him

Soldiers of Acostamientos. Culveriner and crossbowman
Soldiers of Acostamientos. The Acostamiento was a salary granted by the king to his vassals under which they were obliged to serve him in war. Culveriner (left). Crossbowman (right). Engraving

The Countess of Bearn swears homage to Alfonso II of Aragon, promising not to marry without his consent
IND354802 The Countess of Bearn swears homage to Alfonso II of Aragon, promising not to marry without his consent, from the manuscript known as the Liber Feudorum Maior (vellum) by Catalan School

John pays homage to the Papal legate, 1213, illustration from Hutchinson
STC293146 John pays homage to the Papal legate, 1213, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Paying rent in Saxon times, illustration from Hutchinson
STC363602 Paying rent in Saxon times, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Prater

How Hereward came in to the King, illustration from Hereward the Great by Charles
STC400818 How Hereward came in to the King, illustration from Hereward the Great by Charles Kingsley, pub. 1870, engraved by C.G

Homage to King Philip II (1165-1223) from Simon de Montfort (c
ARH176883 Homage to King Philip II (1165-1223) from Simon de Montfort (c.1160-1218) for the territories confiscated from Raymond VI (1197-1249) c.1216 (vellum) by French School

The Welsh paying a tribute of Wolves heads to Edgar, illustration from
STC293105 The Welsh paying a tribute of Wolves heads to Edgar, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Prater

Trophies from Charlemagne presented to Offa of Mercia, 786 BC
STC292403 Trophies from Charlemagne presented to Offa of Mercia, 786 BC, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Brock

William granting a charter to the City of London, illustration from Hutchinson
STC363618 William granting a charter to the City of London, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (colour litho) by Lucas

The papal legate tramples on Johns Tribute, illustration from Hutchinson
STC363661 The papal legate tramples on Johns Tribute, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Woodville

The Sultan Suleyman I (1495-1566) arriving at the fortress of Bogurdelen
TPG178698 The Sultan Suleyman I (1495-1566) arriving at the fortress of Bogurdelen, from the Suleymanname (Mss Hazine. 1517 f.81r), 1558 (ink & gold leaf on vellum) by Ali Amir Beg (fl)

Herod the Great becomes King of Judea as a vassal of the Romans (colour litho)
5226888 Herod the Great becomes King of Judea as a vassal of the Romans (colour litho) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

King John and the Popes Legate, illustration from
619624 King John and the Popes Legate, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

William offered the crown at Berkhampstead, 1066, illustration from
STC363625 William offered the crown at Berkhampstead, 1066, illustration from The History of the Nation (litho) by Payne, Henry A

Equestrian Statue of Charlemagne, Paris, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Equestrian Statue of Charlemagne, Paris, 1890. Charlemagne et ses Leudes in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, is a bronze statue by Charles Rochet and Louis Rochet

Manuscript on the Constitution of Barcelona, entitled Usatges of Barcelona, Catalonia costums

The decree of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) to the Emancipation of the serfs, 1861. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Archive (RGIA)

Before departure, 1920. Private Collection

The Emancipation Manifesto of 3 March 1861. Found in the Collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

The Reading the Emancipation Manifesto of 1861, Third Quarter of 19th cen.. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

Alexander II Proclaiming the Emancipation of the Serfs. Private Collection

Landlord and his Serfs, 1853. Artist: Trutovsky, Konstantin Alexandrovich (1826-1893)
Landlord and his Serfs, 1853. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Applicants, 1888. Artist: Zhuravlev, Firs Sergeevich (1836-1901)
Applicants, 1888. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Behind the curtain in the serf theatre. Artist: Trutovsky, Konstantin Alexandrovich (1826-1893)
Behind the curtain in the serf theatre. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

Cherry harvest in a landowners fruit garden in the Ukraine, 1858. Artist: Sokolov, Ivan Ivanovich (1823-1918)
Cherry harvest in a landowners fruit garden in the Ukraine, 1858. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

A Lady of the Manor, 1886. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
A Lady of the Manor, 1886. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Sumy

Threshing Barn, 1823. Artist: Venetsianov, Alexei Gavrilovich (1780-1847)
Threshing Barn, 1823. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The Announcement of the Serfs Emancipation Manifesto in the Dormition Cathedral on March 5, 1861, 1861. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Louis X the Mischievous emancipates the serfs in 1315. Artist: Alaux, Jean (1786-1864)
Louis X the Mischievous emancipates the serfs in 1315. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Wood Stealer. Artist: Pryanishnikov, Illarion Mikhailovich (1840-1894)
Wood Stealer. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Lugansk

Landowner Tea Party. Artist: Dmitriev-Orenburgsky, Nikolai Dmitrievich (1837-1898)
Landowner Tea Party. Found in the collection of the State A. Radishchev Art Museum, Saratov

Ceremony of investiture of a Knight. Miniature of the 15th century of Tristan and Iseult Poem. Chateau de Chantilly. France

Asahina SaburAś actor Seki SanjnrAś II 1786-1839
Asahina Saburo, The actor Seki Sanjuro II (1786-1839) in the role of Asahina Saburo in the play about the Soga brothers. Saburo was a vassal of Kudo Suketsune who ran over to the enemy

Act of vassalage. 11th century. Miniature. Ripoll Bible (also known as Farfa Bible). 11th century. Vatican Apostolic Library. Italy

Liber Feudorum Maior. Royal cartulary carried out after Alfonso the Chastes order. Depiction of a lord and his vassal. Romanesque

Costume design for the Serf Theatre of Sheremetev, 1785. Artist: Kuerzinger (Kirzinger), Marianna (1770-1809)
Costume design for the Serf Theatre of Sheremetev, 1785. Found in the collection of the State Central A. Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

The Emancipation of the Russian Serfs (Study for The Slav Epic), 1914. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Emancipation of the Russian Serfs (Study for The Slav Epic), 1914. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, Prague

Morning of the Lady of the Manor, 1823. Artist: Venetsianov, Alexei Gavrilovich (1780-1847)
Morning of the Lady of the Manor, 1823. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Green Book. Book of privileges of the City of Barcelona. Copy illuminated by Arnau Penna, 1380. Vassal. Oath of fealty

Llibre Verd (Green Book). Book of Privileges of the City of Barcelona. Miniature. Copy iluminated by Arnau Penna in 1380. Oath of allegiance to the king. Municipal Archives of History. Barcelona

Magna Graecia. Archaic Greek. Temple C. Selinunte. Metopa. Helios on chariot. 580 BC. Museum of Palermo. Italy

Coronation of Garci Ximenez (724 �758?)
Coronation of Garci Ximenez (724 � 758?). Considered, according to legend, the first king of Sobrarbe in the current Huesca, Aragon (Spain). Colored engraving

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"Vassal: A Journey Through Feudal Loyalty and Power" Step back in time to witness the conquest of al-Andalus by Ferdinand the Saint, as soldiers of Acostamientos, armed with culveriners and crossbows, march forward with determination. Immerse yourself in the ancient Ceremony of Feudal Service from the 9th-10th century. Witness knights being invested with honor and loyalty, their oaths binding them to their lords. Experience history unfolding before your eyes as serfs are emancipated in 1861. The Act of Vassalage marks a turning point in societal structure, granting freedom to those once bound by servitude. Travel through medieval Europe as you observe the Countess of Bearn swearing homage to Alfonso II of Aragon. Her promise not to marry without his consent showcases the power dynamics between vassals and their lieges. Marvel at vassals bringing tributes to the Tang court during China's golden age. Ink and color on silk depict this exchange of wealth and allegiance that shaped dynasties. Witness John paying homage to the Papal legate in 1213, illustrating how even kings were subject to higher authorities. This act highlights both religious influence and political maneuvering within feudal systems. Transport yourself further into history as you glimpse Saxon times when rent was paid directly by tenants. Hutchinson's illustration captures this economic aspect intertwined with feudal obligations. Discover tales from legendary figures like Hereward who came face-to-face with royalty seeking reconciliation. Charles' depiction brings alive moments where vassals navigated treacherous paths towards redemption or favor from their kings. Finally, witness Simon de Montfort humbling himself before King Philip II through homage-paying rituals. This scene exemplifies how vassals sought protection while pledging unwavering loyalty despite potential conflicts or ambitions.