Canute Collection

King Canute (Cnut)
KING CNUT / CANUTE King of England (1016-35) and Denmark (1018-35)

Standards of Old England (colour litho)
3100084 Standards of Old England (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Standards of Old England)

Death of Siward, Earl of Northumberland
The death of Siward, Earl of Northumberland, an important figure in early 11th century northern England, particularly during the reign of King Cnut (Canute) Date: 1055

King Cnut / Canute / Cig Cd
KING CNUT / CANUTE King of England (1016-35) and Denmark (1018-35)

AI Image - An illustration of King Canute commanding the...tide to halt, early 11th century, (2023)
AI Image - An illustration of King Canute commanding the incoming tide to halt, early 11th century, (2023). Canute (died 1035 CE) was King of England from 1016

Design for Medallion of King Canute, n.d. Creator: Sir Robert Smirke
Design for Medallion of King Canute, n.d

King Canute the Dane, 1732. Creator: George Vertue
King Canutethe Dane, 1732. Portrait of Cnut the Great in an oval frame surmounted by a coat of arms, with runes, flaming torches, swords, arrows and coins

Meeting of Edmund Ironside and Canute, on the Isle of Alney, in the Severn, c1890. Edmund Ironside (c990-1016) meets King Canute (c995-1035) on Alney Island in the River Severn

Edmund Ironside Edmund II King Of The English
The meeting of Edmund Ironside and King Cnut on the island of Alnery in the River Severn after Edmund's defeat at the Battle of Assandun in 1016

King Canute Reproving Courtiers Believing Power Over The Elements
King Canute reproving his courtiers for believing he had power over the elements. He had commanded the sea to stay off his land

Cnut Cnut The Great Canute Portrait 10th Century
Cnut, c. 990 - 1035, aka Cnut the Great and Canute. King of England from 1016, King of Denmark from 1018, and King of Norway from 1028 until his death in 1035

King Canute (Cnut)
KING CNUT / CANUTE King of England (1016-35) and Denmark (1018-35). Date: 11th century

Coffin of a daughter of King Canute, Bosham Church
Coffin of a daughter of King Canute, discovered at Bosham Church, Sussex, on 4 August 1865 Date: 1865

Margaret of Denmark with St. Canute, patron of Denmark, behind her holding a banner showing the cross of the crusades
1219697 Margaret of Denmark with St. Canute, patron of Denmark, behind her holding a banner showing the cross of the crusades. Margaret of Denmark, 1456 - 1486, aka Margaret of Norway

A Famous Duel. A. D. 1013 (colour litho)
670176 A Famous Duel. A.D. 1013 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Famous Duel. A.D. 1013)

Canute and his Courtiers. A. D. 1020 (colour litho)
670177 Canute and his Courtiers. A.D. 1020 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute and his Courtiers. A.D. 1020)

Emma of Normandy, c
6339008 Emma of Normandy, c by Villain (19th century); (add.info.: Emma of Normandy, c. 984-1052, queen of England, Denmark and Norway through her marriages to Aethelred the Unready)

Edric Streona leaves the presence of Canute AD1017, 1920s (litho)
832990 Edric Streona leaves the presence of Canute AD1017, 1920s (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation)

King Canute commanding the sea to retreat (engraving)
7149373 King Canute commanding the sea to retreat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from A Series of Prints of English History)

King Canute and the Courtiers (colour litho)
7181899 King Canute and the Courtiers (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Canute and the Courtiers)

King Canute the Great commanding the tide to retreat at the request of his sycophantic court (engraving)
7147384 King Canute the Great commanding the tide to retreat at the request of his sycophantic court (engraving) by English School

Sweyn Forkbeard, Olaf, Edmund II and Canute I, Kings of England before the Norman Conquest (engraving)
7147386 Sweyn Forkbeard, Olaf, Edmund II and Canute I, Kings of England before the Norman Conquest (engraving) by Goldar, John (1729-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sweyn Forkbeard, Olaf)

English coins from the reign of Egbert to that of Harthacnut (engraving)
7147385 English coins from the reign of Egbert to that of Harthacnut (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Kings portraits from coins
Kings Portraits from ancient coins engraved and published by John Tallis and Co in 1841( rare)

Canute and the waves (litho)
6007510 Canute and the waves (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute and the waves)

Meeting of Edmund Ironside and Canute on the Banks of the Severn (engraving)
655362 Meeting of Edmund Ironside and Canute on the Banks of the Severn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Canute, Rebuking his Nobles (engraving)
960573 Canute, Rebuking his Nobles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute, Rebuking his Nobles)

Cnut the Great (engraving)
811061 Cnut the Great (engraving) by Vertue, George (1684-1756); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cnut the Great. Engraving by Ambrose William Warren from an original drawing by George Vertue)

Font in the Saxon church of St. Marys at Deerhurst, Gloucestershire, England, scene of a treaty between Canute and Edmund Ironside in 1016. Date: circa 1920s

Photograph of King Canute PH, Canvey, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1930

Canute and his courtiers (colour litho)
6007556 Canute and his courtiers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute and his courtiers)

Map of Odense, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622
STC138948 Map of Odense, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Frans Hogenberg (1535-90) 1597 (coloured engraving) by Hoefnagel

King Canute (engraving)
451669 King Canute (engraving) by Vertue, George (1684-1756); 28x18 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; (add.info.: Cnut the Great (c.985 or 995-1035) also known as Canute

Canute reproving his courtiers (engraving)
812388 Canute reproving his courtiers (engraving) by Pine, Robert Edge (1730-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute reproving his courtiers)

The Royal Alphabet, A, B, C, D (coloured engraving)
2817714 The Royal Alphabet, A, B, C, D (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Alphabet, A, B, C, D)

Canute on the River Nene listening to the Choir of Ely Minster (engraving)
973038 Canute on the River Nene listening to the Choir of Ely Minster (engraving) by Thomas, William Cave (c.1820-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cnut the Great - King of England
Cnut the Great (circa 985 or 9951035), (or Canute), King of Denmark, England, Norway, and parts of Sweden. circa 1030

King Cnut commands the tide to retreat (unsuccessfully)
Cnut the Great (circa 985 or 9951035), (or Canute), King of Denmark, England, Norway, and parts of Sweden. Henry of Huntingdon, the 12th-century chronicler

Manners of the Anglo-Danes. --Meeting of Edmund Ironside and Canute, in the Isle of Olney, 1016 (engraving)
655223 Manners of the Anglo-Danes.--Meeting of Edmund Ironside and Canute, in the Isle of Olney, 1016 (engraving) by English School

Canute reproving the servile flattery of his Courtiers (engraving)
5220766 Canute reproving the servile flattery of his Courtiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute reproving the servile flattery of his Courtiers)

Anglo-Saxon England: Canute rebuking his Courtiers (engraving)
6005336 Anglo-Saxon England: Canute rebuking his Courtiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute rebuking his Courtiers)

King and Queens of England (coloured engraving)
5998351 King and Queens of England (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King and Queens of England)

Canute rebuking his Courtiers (engraving)
6008157 Canute rebuking his Courtiers (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute rebuking his Courtiers)

King Canute forbids the sea to come in, c. 1950 (litho)
1122700 King Canute forbids the sea to come in, c.1950 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

Canute (chromolitho)
669028 Canute (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute. Illustration for The History of England by David Hume et al (John Scott)

Canute rebukes the flattery of his courtiers (engraving)
973411 Canute rebukes the flattery of his courtiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute rebukes the flattery of his courtiers)

King Cnut and his Queen, Emma, Presenting a Cross upon the Altar of Newminster (Winchester) (engraving)
3637757 King Cnut and his Queen, Emma, Presenting a Cross upon the Altar of Newminster (Winchester) (engraving) by English School

Saxon and Norman Kings (engraving)
670893 Saxon and Norman Kings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saxon and Norman Kings. 1. Egbert (800--836). 2. Alfred the Great (871--901). 3

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"Canute: The Great King of Old England and the Legends Surrounding Him" King Canute (Cnut), a prominent figure in English history, ruled during the early 11th century. Known for his wisdom and military prowess, he left an indelible mark on the country's heritage. In this captivating collection of images, we delve into various aspects of Canute's life and legacy. The first lithograph depicts "Standards of Old England, " showcasing the vibrant colors that symbolized his reign, and is a testament to his power and authority over the land. Another image portrays the somber scene of Siward, Earl of Northumberland's death. This event marked a turning point in Canute's rule as he solidified his control over northern territories. Moving forward, we glimpse at different representations of King Cnut himself - from regal portraits to depictions highlighting significant moments in his life. One such moment captures him standing tall amidst Shaftesbury in England, exuding strength and determination. Intriguingly, there is also an image featuring the coffin of one of Canute's daughters at Bosham Church. It serves as a poignant reminder that even great kings face personal tragedies. George Vertue's artwork presents us with "King Canute the Dane" from 1732 - an exquisite portrayal that showcases both artistic skill and historical significance. We are then transported to witness a meeting between Edmund Ironside and Canute on Alney Island in Severn. This encounter speaks volumes about their rivalry but also highlights their willingness to find common ground when faced with adversity. One cannot discuss King Cnut without mentioning his famous attempt to halt the incoming tide - reminding us that even powerful rulers have limits they must acknowledge. Lastly, we encounter Margaret of Denmark alongside St. Canute; her banner proudly displaying the crusader cross signifies her connection to both faith and royalty while paying homage to Denmark’s patron saint.