Catholic League Collection

The Battle of Lepanto, October 7, 1571
7177121 The Battle of Lepanto, October 7, 1571.; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Lepanto, October 7, 1571, when the fleet of the Holy League, a coalition of Catholic States)

The Sack of Magdeburg on 20 May 1631 (engraving)
7261255 The Sack of Magdeburg on 20 May 1631 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sack of Magdeburg, aka Magdeburg's Wedding or Magdeburg's Sacrifice)

Protestant reform, a German illustration that denounces the exces and corruption of the Catholic Church
AIS5344263 Protestant reform, a German illustration that denounces the exces and corruption of the Catholic Church. Etching from 1538.; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; © Iberfoto.

Matthias von Gallas, 1584-1647, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Matthias von Gallas, 1584-1647, c17th century

Procession of the League on l'ile de la Cite, leaving Notre-Dame, c1590. Creator: Francois Bunel
Procession of the League on l'ile de la Cite, leaving Notre-Dame, c1590

Procession of the League on Ile de la Cite, just outside Notre-Dame, c1590. Creator: Francois Bunel
Procession of the League on Ile de la Cite, just outside Notre-Dame, c1590

Procession of the League in Place de Greve, c1590. Creator: Unknown
Procession of the League in Place de Greve, c1590

Procession of the League, in 1590 or 1593, between 1590 and 1593. Creator: Joos van Winghe
Procession of the League, in 1590 or 1593, between 1590 and 1593

Wallenstein and Tilly Holding a Council of War, 1626, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Wallenstein and Tilly Holding a Council of War, 1626, (1890). Albrecht von Wallenstein (1583-1634) Bohemian military leader

Eighth War of Religion: Arrest of Catholic members of the League, c. 1588 (engraving)
ELD4924496 Eighth War of Religion: Arrest of Catholic members of the League, c.1588 (engraving) by French School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eighth War of Religion (1585-1598)

Dispute between monks and Jews, with the burning of heretical books (wood bas-relief)
AIS5369317 Dispute between monks and Jews, with the burning of heretical books (wood bas-relief) by Juni, Juan de (1507-77); Museo de Leon, Castile and Leon, Spain; © Iberfoto

The reign of Henry IV of France, 1589-1610 (colour litho)
5207740 The reign of Henry IV of France, 1589-1610 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The reign of Henry IV of France, 1589-1610)

Bataille d Ivry. Battle of Ivry
5674904 Bataille d Ivry. Battle of Ivry. by Beuzon, Joseph (1864-1940); (add.info.: Histoire. France. Guerres de Religion)

Pope Pius V (engraving)
7185074 Pope Pius V (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Pius V (1504-1572)

Siege of Magdeburg, Germany, 1631 (engraving)
7173355 Siege of Magdeburg, Germany, 1631 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, Germany, Thirty Years War, 1631)

Victorious Christian troops of the Holy League recapturing the fortress of Buda, Hungary, Great Turkish War
7148103 Victorious Christian troops of the Holy League recapturing the fortress of Buda, Hungary, Great Turkish War, 1686 (engraving) by Benczur

Conference for the submission of members of the Catholic League in Languedoc, 1580 (engraving)
5233510 Conference for the submission of members of the Catholic League in Languedoc, 1580 (engraving) by Cochin, Charles Nicolas II (1715-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Count Tilly mortally wounded at the Battle of Rain, 1632 (engraving)
3647479 Count Tilly mortally wounded at the Battle of Rain, 1632 (engraving) by Camphausen, Wilhelm (1818-85); Private Collection; (add.info.: Count Tilly mortally wounded at the Battle of Rain)

Siege of Heidelberg by the Count of Tilly, 1622 (engraving)
3646774 Siege of Heidelberg by the Count of Tilly, 1622 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siege of Heidelberg by the Count of Tilly, 1622)

Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, 1631 (engraving)
3646926 Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, 1631 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, 1631)

Procession of the Catholic League through the streets of Paris, 1590 (colour litho)
3627128 Procession of the Catholic League through the streets of Paris, 1590 (colour litho) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Procession of the Holy League in the Streets of Paris, ca 1590. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Battle of Lepanto - A Sea Battle between Christians and Barbary Corsairs, 1615-20. The Battle of Lepanto was fought between the Holy League, a coalition of Catholic Mediterranean states

Assassination of Henry, Duke of Guise, (December 1588), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Assassination of Henry, Duke of Guise, (December 1588), 1890. Henry I, Duke of Guise (1550-1588) founded the Catholic League and was a key figure in the French Wars of Religion

The Battle of Lepanto, (1571), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Lepanto, (1571), 1890. Naval engagement on 7 October 1571 when a fleet of the Holy League of Pope Pius V led by the John of Austria of the Spanish Empire and the Venetian Republic

Henry IV of France watching the departure of the Spaniards from Paris, 22 March 1594
Henry IV of France watching the departure of the Spaniards from Porte Saint-Denis, Paris 22 March 1594. Although Henry (1553-1610) became King of France in 1589

Procession of the League (la Ligue), Paris, 24 May 1590. Typical soldiers and civic guards armed with pikes and harquebuses leaving Notre Dame

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

The Catholic League: A Historical Journey through Religious Struggles Step back in time and witness the tumultuous era of the Catholic League, a pivotal period in European history. This captivating collection of artworks sheds light on the religious conflicts that shaped nations and tested faith. In "Wallenstein and Tilly Holding a Council of War, " we are transported to 1626, where two formidable figures strategize amidst the chaos. Their presence symbolizes the power struggle between Catholics and Protestants during this time. The engraving titled "Eighth War of Religion: Arrest of Catholic members of the League" captures a moment filled with tension. It portrays an event from 1588 when Catholic league members faced persecution for their beliefs, highlighting how religion became entwined with politics. Another engraving, "Count Tilly at the Siege of Magdeburg, " depicts one of many battles fought during this turbulent period. The image conveys both destruction and determination as opposing forces clash over ideological differences. Religious disputes were not limited to warfare alone; they also manifested in cultural clashes. In a wood bas-relief titled "Dispute between monks and Jews, with the burning of heretical books, " we witness tensions boiling over into violence as differing religious groups clash over their interpretations. One tragic event that shook France was captured in watercolor - "Assassination of Henry Guise by Henry III. " This depiction immortalizes a fateful day in December 1588 when political rivalries escalated into regicide within royal circles. "The Catholic League and reign of Henry III" lithograph showcases how religion played an influential role during his rule from 1574-1589. It emphasizes how divisions within society led to political instability throughout his reign. Chateau de Blois is brought to life through chromolithography, reminding us that these historical events unfolded against stunning architectural backdrops like this magnificent castle which witnessed key moments during this era.