5th Century Collection

The Devil Presenting St Augustin with the Book of Vices, c1455-1498. Artist: Michael Pacher
The Devil Presenting St Augustin with the Book of Vices, c1455-1498. One of the four great doctors of the early Christian Church

Ruins of King Kassapas Palace in front of the view from of Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Asia

Achilles binding Patroclus wound, as depicted a bowl from the 5th century BC

Limestone head from Gandhara (northwest Pakistan), 4th -5th century A. D
PAKISTAN: BUDDHA. Limestone head from Gandhara (northwest Pakistan), 4th -5th century A.D

Visigoths and Romans defeating the Huns at Chalons
Thorismond proclaimed king of the Visigoths on the battlefield near Chalons after defeating Attila, 451 A.D. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Germanic invasion stopped at Fiesole, 406 AD
Roman general Flavius Stilicho confronts Radagaisus, Ostrogoth leader, at Fiesole. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Circular world map by Hecataeus of Miletus
Cartography, 6th-5th century b.C. Circular world map by Hecataeus of Miletus

Saint Jerome reading in a Landscape, c1480-1485. Artist: Giovanni Bellini
Saint Jerome reading in a Landscape, c1480-1485. From the collection of the National Gallery, London

Aphrodite the Saver, Hellenistic-Roman copy after the original statue by Calamis 5th Century, Italy, Naples, Museo Archeologico Nazionale (Archaeological Museum), Greek art

Consular diptych of Boethius (ivory relief, 487)
LRI4671276 Consular diptych of Boethius (ivory relief, 487) by Italian School, (5th century); 24x18 cm; Museo di Santa Giulia, Brescia

West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village, Bury St Edmund s, Suffolk. A reconstruction of an early Anglo-Saxon village from c420-650 excavated on the site

Saints Paraskeve, Gregory the Theologian, John Chrysostom and Basil the Great, early 15th century. From the Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia

CLOVIS (c466-511). King of the Salian Franks, 481-511. Steel engraving, French, 19th century

Visitor beside one of the Buddha statues at the 5th Century Yungang Caves, a series of Buddhist grottoes

Water Gardens at Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock), Sigiriya, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

SAINT PATRICK (c389-461). Patron saint of Ireland. Traveling to Tara. Line engraving, 19th century

Seer presenting Attila the Hun with the sword of the god of war (engraving)
8626233 Seer presenting Attila the Hun with the sword of the god of war (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

gupta dynasty coins chandra king and queen India
8725444 gupta dynasty coins chandra king and queen India; Private Collection; (add.info.: gupta dynasty coins chandra king and queen India); © Dinodia Photo.

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dynasty of gupta samudra kacha coins India
8725447 dynasty of gupta samudra kacha coins India; Private Collection; (add.info.: dynasty of gupta samudra kacha coins India); © Dinodia Photo.

Gallic warriors and Francs-Salians. - Alliance of Gauls and Franks under Clovis (engraving)
5944522 Gallic warriors and Francs-Salians. - Alliance of Gauls and Franks under Clovis (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraving Gaulish Warriors and Francs-Salians)

Portrait of Saint Clotilde, Queen of the Francs (v. 475-545), wife of Clovis I
XEE4170045 Portrait of Saint Clotilde, Queen of the Francs (v. 475-545), wife of Clovis I. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Stefano Bianchetti.

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Saint Loup (or Saint-Loup, ca. 383-479), eveque de Troyes saves the city from the anger of Attila (ca)
ELD4845938 Saint Loup (or Saint-Loup, ca. 383-479), eveque de Troyes saves the city from the anger of Attila (ca. 406-453)

Meeting of Attila and Pope Saint Leon I the Great (440-461): the barbarian Attila, leader of the people of the Huns
ELD4884582 Meeting of Attila and Pope Saint Leon I the Great (440-461): the barbarian Attila, leader of the people of the Huns

Representation of Attila King of the Huns (ca. 406-453) (Attila the Hun (c 406-453)
ELD4897460 Representation of Attila King of the Huns (ca. 406-453) (Attila the Hun (c 406-453)) Engraving from " La hongrie historique" 1851 Private collection; (add.info)

History of Attila: Arrival of the Huns in Europe, migrant from Asia, 5th century. Lithograph of the 19th century
NWI4860906 History of Attila: Arrival of the Huns in Europe, migrant from Asia, 5th century. Lithograph of the 19th century.; (add.info.: History of Attila: Arrival of the Huns in Europe)

French West Indies - French Antilles - Fort de France copy of the graved rock
JEB4948812 French West Indies - French Antilles - Fort de France copy of the graved rock, petroglyph of the forest of Mon Travail in Sainte Luce

Attila the Hun, ruler of the Huns, image from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving)
UTD4919392 Attila the Hun, ruler of the Huns, image from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving); (add.info.: Attila (vers 395-453), roi des Huns - Attila the Hun, ruler of the Huns

Representation of Saint Alexius of Edessa or Rome (died ca. 411) (Saint Alexius or Alexis of Rome or Alexis of Edessa)
ELD4917502 Representation of Saint Alexius of Edessa or Rome (died ca. 411) (Saint Alexius or Alexis of Rome or Alexis of Edessa) Engraving 19th century Private collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Narses, eunuch and famous general, with Belisaire, in the service of Emperor Justinian I Narses (478 - 573)
ELD4931526 Portrait of Narses, eunuch and famous general, with Belisaire, in the service of Emperor Justinian I Narses (478 - 573) General in the service of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I

Representation of Pope St. Celestin I (422-432). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4910791 Representation of Pope St. Celestin I (422-432). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Representation of Saint Perpetus (Saint Perpetue or Perpet) eveque de Tours (died 490). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4910717 Representation of Saint Perpetus (Saint Perpetue or Perpet) eveque de Tours (died 490). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Representation of the Martyrdom of Saint Severian Eveque of Scythopolis in Palestine in 452. 19th century (engraving)
ELD4911871 Representation of the Martyrdom of Saint Severian Eveque of Scythopolis in Palestine in 452. 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Representation of Gaza Porphyry (353-420) (Saint Porphyry (or Saint Porphyrius) of Gaza). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4911808 Representation of Gaza Porphyry (353-420) (Saint Porphyry (or Saint Porphyrius) of Gaza). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Representation of Saint Simeon the Stylite dit Simeon (Simon) the Elder (392-459) (St)
ELD4913186 Representation of Saint Simeon the Stylite dit Simeon (Simon) the Elder (392-459) (St. Simeon Stylites or Symeon the Stylite)

Childeric 1st (c.436-c.481) merovingian King of France in 457-481, engraving
1704488 Childeric 1st (c.436-c.481) merovingian King of France in 457-481, engraving; (add.info.: Childeric 1st (c.436-c.481) merovingian king of France in 457-481, engraving).

Detail of a 4th or 5th century mosaic discovered in 1833 in a Roman villa in Saint-Rustice (Haute-Garonne, Occitanie)
PCT4297721 Detail of a 4th or 5th century mosaic discovered in 1833 in a Roman villa in Saint-Rustice (Haute-Garonne, Occitanie); Musee Saint-Raymond, Toulouse

Saint Genevieve (423-502 or 512), child., 1932 (engraving)
DUV4202334 Saint Genevieve (423-502 or 512), child., 1932 (engraving) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Genevieve (423-502 or 512), child

Saint George defeating the dragon. Anonymous painting. 1450. Unterlinden Museum, Colmar (68)
ETI4396232 Saint George defeating the dragon. Anonymous painting. 1450. Unterlinden Museum, Colmar (68).; (add.info.: Saint George defeating the dragon. Anonymous painting. 1450)

Christ and the Apotra, in front of Paleochretian sarcophagus, Roman art, sculpture from Genzano, Italy
YOU4419457 Christ and the Apotra, in front of Paleochretian sarcophagus, Roman art, sculpture from Genzano, Italy, made in the 5th century

Legis tradition. Detail of Christ. Representation of the law in the form of Christ the Redeemer of Peace
BEN5474101 Legis tradition. Detail of Christ. Representation of the law in the form of Christ the Redeemer of Peace. Mosaic from the 5th century

Map of the empire of Darius (tribute paying countries) at its greatest extent, 1936
7125141 Map of the empire of Darius (tribute paying countries) at its greatest extent, 1936; (add.info.: Map of the empire of Darius (tribute paying countries) at its greatest extent. Darius I, c

Saint Michele Archangel
7272504 Saint Michele Archangel; Oratorio del SS. Suffragio, Ponzone, Italy; (add.info.: SAINT MICHELE ARCHANGEL crushes the demon under the feet)

Map of barbarian europe Engraving from "History of the world" by Ridpath 1885 Private collection
ELD4932567 Map of barbarian europe Engraving from "History of the world" by Ridpath 1885 Private collection; (add.info)

The baptism of the Armee of Clovis I (466-511) circa 499 (The army of Clovis being converted to catholicism)
ELD4944890 The baptism of the Armee of Clovis I (466-511) circa 499 (The army of Clovis being converted to catholicism, 499)

Great Barbarian Invasion (405-451): Sainte Genevieve (422-502) against King of the Huns Attila (395-453)
ELD4848990 Great Barbarian Invasion (405-451): Sainte Genevieve (422-502) against King of the Huns Attila (395-453). End of the 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; (add.info)

Saint George and the Dragon (painting on canvas) by Cosme Tura (1430-1495). Detail. Museo dell'Opera del Duom
VEN5028400 Saint George and the Dragon (painting on canvas) by Cosme Tura (1430-1495). Detail. Museo dell'Opera del Duom

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The 5th century was a time of great historical significance, marked by various events and cultural artifacts that continue to captivate us today. From the ruins of King Kassapas Palace in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, to the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock), designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we are transported back in time to witness the grandeur of ancient civilizations. In the realm of art, Michael Pacher's masterpiece "The Devil Presenting St Augustin with the Book of Vices" showcases his exceptional talent and creativity during this period. The intricate details and symbolism depicted in this painting leave us mesmerized. Another captivating artwork from this era is "Achilles binding Patroclus wound, " which portrays an intense moment from Greek mythology. This sculpture captures both the physical strength and emotional depth prevalent in ancient storytelling. Moving towards Asia, we encounter a limestone head from Gandhara (northwest Pakistan) dating back to the 4th-5th century A. D. This artifact represents not only exquisite craftsmanship but also serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of this region. Turning our attention to historical events, we witness Visigoths and Romans joining forces at Chalons to defeat their common enemy -the Huns. This battle signifies unity amidst adversity and highlights how different cultures can come together for a greater cause. Similarly, when Germanic invaders threatened Fiesole in 406 AD, their advance was halted by brave defenders who stood firm against these incursions. Their resilience reminds us that history is shaped by those who refuse to surrender their lands or values without a fight. Artistic expressions continued during this era with Giovanni Bellini's "Saint Jerome reading in a Landscape. " The serene atmosphere portrayed transports viewers into contemplation while appreciating nature's beauty alongside spiritual enlightenment. Delving into religious artifacts further reveals fascinating insights about faith during this period.