Crusading Collection

Richard I / Chic Cheval
RICHARD I, THE LIONHEART English King on horseback in crusading garb

Knight Receives Standard
A crusading knight receives the Standard from an approving bishop

Rules of conduct for crusader knights, from the manuscript Ordre du Saint-Esprit (vellum)
IND354800 Rules of conduct for crusader knights, from the manuscript Ordre du Saint-Esprit (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; Otus/Index

The Siege of Antioch by the troops of Godfrey of Bouillon during the First Crusade
IND325861 The Siege of Antioch by the troops of Godfrey of Bouillon during the First Crusade, miniature from The Creation of the World to the Conquest of the Holy Land

Louis VII embarking for the Holy Land with some Cistercian monks in 1145, miniature from Ogier le Danois, printed by A
IND325869 Louis VII embarking for the Holy Land with some Cistercian monks in 1145, miniature from Ogier le Danois, printed by A

The Crusaders Marching Embattled Gainst the Saracens of Graft, illustrated in Puck magazine, February 21
NYH192706 The Crusaders Marching Embattled Gainst the Saracens of Graft, illustrated in Puck magazine, February 21, 1906 (colour litho) by Hassman, C

Battle scene with eastern knights, c. 1425 (tempera on poplar wood)
BFM286739 Battle scene with eastern knights, c.1425 (tempera on poplar wood) by Starnina, Gherardo (c.1354-1409/13); 53x113 cm; Lindenau Museum, Altenburg

The British Valhalla -- Our Crusading Kings. Showing King Richard I of England (the Lionheart) viewing Jerusalem, and Richard with King Philip II of France, during the Third Crusade (1189 - 1192)

Eastern instruments from the Crusading period (chromolitho)
735782 Eastern instruments from the Crusading period (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eastern instruments from the Crusading period)

French soldiers of the 13th century (engraving)
957939 French soldiers of the 13th century (engraving) by Jacquemin, Raphael (1821-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: French soldiers of the 13th century)

Fr 5594, f. 37v Battle scene, from Passages faits Outremer
BAL4485 Fr 5594, f.37v Battle scene, from Passages faits Outremer written by Sebastian Marmoret, c.1490 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Fr 9084 f. 20v: Departure for the First Crusade (vellum)
BAL4484 Fr 9084 f.20v: Departure for the First Crusade (vellum) by William of Tyre (Archbishop) (c.1130-85); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Depart pour la premiere croisade)

Knights of the 11th Century (engraving)
3101265 Knights of the 11th Century (engraving) by Danish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Knights of the 11th Century. From a stained glass depiction of the First Crusade)

Fr 4972 f. 1: Jerusalem in the Crusades (vellum)
BAL4486 Fr 4972 f.1: Jerusalem in the Crusades (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Snark M119: The crusaders loading St. Louis coffin on board at Tunis in 1270
BAL4483 Snark M119: The crusaders loading St. Louis coffin on board at Tunis in 1270, from the Grandes Chroniques de France, 1450 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Chateau Roux

Fr 5594, f. 37v Battle scene, from Passages faits Outremer written by Sebastian Marmoret, c. 1490 (vellum)
1761701 Fr 5594, f.37v Battle scene, from Passages faits Outremer written by Sebastian Marmoret, c.1490 (vellum) by French School

The crusading Church (colour litho)
3095573 The crusading Church (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crusading Church. Eglise militante)

St Louis at Damietta (chromolitho)
961277 St Louis at Damietta (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Louis at Damietta)

Often He Was To Be Seen Riding Upon An Ass, plate from
STC292430 Often He Was To Be Seen Riding Upon An Ass, plate from The Story of France, by Mary MacGregor, 1920 (coloured litho) by Rainey

Apparition of Saint George on the Mount of Olives. After Gustave Dore. One of Dores crusade series. Here the crusade army is inspired by their vision of Saint George

Crusaders And Saracens Fight Hand-To-Hand During A Battle In The Holy Land. From A 19Th Century Print

LULLY / ARMIDE
Armide has seduced all the other crusading knights : will she also lure Renaud to his downfall ? Yes, but since its all done by magic it doesn t count... Date: first performed 1686

Crusading Times. Royal Pilgrims to the Holy Land

Image of St Richard
A popular Catalan image depicting Saint Richard, the crusading king of England !

Marguerite De Provence
MARGUERITE DE PROVENCE queen of Louis IX of France, whom she accompanies to the Holy Land when he goes Crusading

Crusading Ideal
(general) THE CRUSADER IDEAL

Richard I in Palestine during the Third Crusade
King Richard I in action in Palestine, during the Third Crusade

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"Crusading: A Noble Quest for Holy Land" Embarking on a journey of faith and valor, Richard I and his loyal steed Chic Cheval epitomized the spirit of crusading. As knights received their standards, they pledged to uphold the chivalric code in their pursuit of reclaiming Jerusalem. Intricate manuscripts like LULLY's ARMIDE illuminated the rules of conduct for these crusader knights, guiding them through treacherous battles with honor and righteousness. The vellum manuscript Ordre du Saint-Esprit served as a sacred reminder of their duty. The Siege of Antioch stands as a testament to Godfrey of Bouillon's troops during the First Crusade. Miniatures from "The Creation of the World to the Conquest of the Holy Land" captured this historic event on delicate vellum pages, preserving it for generations to come. Louis VII embarked for the Holy Land alongside Cistercian monks in 1145, seeking divine intervention in their quest. This momentous occasion was immortalized in hand-colored prints from Ogier le Danois by A. Verard. "The Crusaders Marching Embattled Against the Saracens" depicted in Puck magazine showcased an artistic portrayal that symbolized unity against adversity during this tumultuous time. Color lithographs brought vibrancy to this visual narrative. Battle scenes with eastern knights painted on poplar wood revealed both courage and brutality encountered by crusaders throughout history. These tempera masterpieces transported viewers back to an era where bravery knew no bounds. Our British Valhalla pays homage to our crusading kings who valiantly fought for what they believed in - defending Christianity against all odds. Their legacy lives on through tales passed down through generations. Eastern instruments from that period were beautifully illustrated using chromolithography techniques, offering glimpses into musical traditions embraced by both sides amidst conflict - a testament to shared humanity.