1123 Collection

St. Bartholomews Church
The Norman pillars and arches of the Church of St. Bartholomew the Great, Smithfield, City of London Founded by Rahere in 1123, one of Londons oldest churches. Date: 1930s

FRIEDRICH I STILL LIVES
FRIEDRICH I ('BARBAROSSA') even after his death, he is supposed to be sleeping under the Kiffhauser, Austria, until such time as his country has need of him. Date: 1123 - 1190

The momument of Raherus, founder and first prior of St Bartholomews Priory and Hospital in the year 1123 (engraving)
582713 The momument of Raherus, founder and first prior of St Bartholomews Priory and Hospital in the year 1123 (engraving) by English School

South Ambulatory, Church of St Bartholomew, founded 1123 (engraving)
5210832 South Ambulatory, Church of St Bartholomew, founded 1123 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South Ambulatory, Church of St Bartholomew)

Raheres Tomb
Rahere (or Raher) was an Anglo-Norman priest and monk. He was a favourite of King Henry I and is most famous for having founded the Priory of the Hospital of St Bartholomew in 1123

St Bartholomew-the-Great
Engaving depicting St Bartholomew-the-Great in 1737. The Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great, is a medieval church in Smithfield within the City of London

Furness Abbey, Cumbria, England, a Cistercian monastery, founded in 1123 by Stephen, Count of Blois. Later extended, the present ruins are mostly 12th & 13th century Date: founded 1123

Furness Abbey Piscina
The Piscina of Furness Abbey, Cumbria, England, a Cistercian monastery, founded in 1123 by Stephen, Count of Blois. Later extended, the present ruins are mostly 12th & 13th century Date: founded 1123

CHRIST PANTOCRATOR. Spanish Romanesque mural painting, 1123

Friedrich I Barbarossa
FRIEDRICH I ( BARBAROSSA )

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"1123: A Journey Through Time and Monuments" Step into the rich history of St. Bartholomew's Church, where echoes of the past still resonate today. Founded in 1123, this London church stands as a testament to centuries gone by. As you wander through its hallowed halls, you'll come across intriguing engravings that tell tales of old. One such engraving depicts Friedrich I Barbarossa, a powerful figure who lived during the same era as the church's founding. Pause for a moment at Raheres Tomb, dedicated to the founder and first prior of St Bartholomews Priory and Hospital in 1123. This monument serves as a reminder of his lasting legacy within these sacred walls. The South Ambulatory reveals another enchanting engraving from 1123, showcasing the intricate details that adorned this place long ago. It transports you back to an age when craftsmanship was revered and beauty was celebrated. St Bartholomew-the-Great proudly displays its historical significance even in modern times. Ethel Davies' photographs from 2005 capture its grandeur and architectural splendor, reminding us that some things never fade with time. FRIEDRICH I STILL LIVES on within these walls; his presence is felt through every stone and archway. His influence extends beyond borders - even reaching Berlin-Mitte where Joachim von Ribbentrop once resided in an apartment adorned with Bohmer Franz's artwork depicting Friedrich I Barbarossa. Intriguingly intertwined with both local history and global connections, St Bartholomew's Church remains a symbol of resilience throughout changing times. Its foundation in 1123 has allowed it to weather storms both literal and metaphorical while standing tall as a beacon of faith for all who enter its doors. So step inside this living testament to centuries past – let your imagination soar amidst whispers from ancient souls who found solace within these sacred walls.