1237 Collection

The Ram in a Thicket. Ur
The Ram in a Thicket. Rampant Ram perched on the tree of life, covered with gold leaf. The horns, eyes and back of the animal are of lapis lazuli. The base on silver

In 1237, Ezzelino da Romano, ally of Frederick II, enters Padua
LLM454558 In 1237, Ezzelino da Romano, ally of Frederick II, enters Padua by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: In 1237, Ezzelino da Romano, ally of Frederick II)

Iliad - Hecuba
Wife of Priam, Queen of Troy according to the text, they reigned in 1237 BC

Battle of the Puig 1237 Ceramic tile panel with Jaime I El conquistador (1208-1276), King of Aragon and Catalonia

Fort Belvedere
Circa 1930: An aerial view of Fort Belvedere - an 18th Century country house in Windsor Great Park, formerly the residence of King Edward VIII. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Manuscript illumination from Maqamat of al-Hariri, by Muhammad al-Qasim ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Uthman al-Hariri
HOUR OF BIRTH: ARABIC MS. Manuscript illumination from Maqamat of al-Hariri, by Muhammad al-Qasim ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Uthman al-Hariri, 1237 A.D

Guillaume Durand
GUILLAUME DURAND French churchman and jurist, bishop of known as Le Flamand, Mende. Date: 1237 - 1296

ARAB SCHOLARS, 1237. Scholars in the library at Hulwan, near Cairo, Egypt. Arabic manuscript illumination, 1237

ARAB SCHOLARS, 1237. In the library in Hulwan, Egypt, near Cairo. Arabic ms. illumination, 1237

GOVERNOR OF RAHBA, 1237. Abu Zayd before the Governor of Rahba. Manuscript illumination from Maqamat of al-Hariri, Baghdad, 1237

Tower Bridge
circa 1900: Tower Bridge on the River Thames in London, completed in 1894 with central drawbridge raised to allow passing ships. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Cellist
circa 1850: A street musician playing the cello. Original Artwork: Photograph possibly by Lewis Carroll (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Troop of horsemen with banners, trumpets and drums, at religious ceremony. 1237 manuscript of Maqamat ( Assemblies ) of al-Hariri. Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Friedrich II triumphs at the Battle of Cortenuova, 1237
Holy Roman Emperor Friedrich II of Sicily defeats the Milanese of the Lombard League at the Battle of Cortenuova, 27th November 1237. Date: 27th November 1237

Iliad / Priam
King of Troy, who, according to the text, reigned in 1237 BC

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"1237: A Tapestry of History and Culture" Step into the world of 1237, a year that witnessed remarkable events and cultural treasures. From "The Ram in a Thicket" found in Ur to Ezzelino da Romano's entrance into Padua as an ally of Frederick II, history unfolds its chapters. In the realm of art, Ms Ar 5847 f. 119v reveals Abu Zayd and Al-Harith sailing from Basra to Oman, capturing the essence of maritime exploration. Meanwhile, Hecuba mourns her fate in Homer's epic Iliad, reminding us of the timeless power of storytelling. Warriors take center stage with the Battle of Puig 1237 ceramic tile panel depicting Jaime I El conquistador's triumph. Guillaume Durand's influence on medieval ecclesiastical law echoes through time. Venturing further, we discover Fort Belvedere standing tall as a testament to architectural prowess. The illuminated manuscript Maqamat al-Hariri transports us back to ancient times under Muhammad al-Qasim ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Uthman al-Hariri's skilled hand. Yet not all stories are filled with beauty; Poznan Castle bears witness to Bohmer Franz's mysterious plan during tumultuous years. In Berlin-Mitte lies Joachim von Ribbentrop's official apartment - a glimpse into political intrigue during this era. Traveling eastward brings us to Egypt where Arab scholars gather at Hulwan Library near Cairo. Here knowledge thrives amidst Arabic manuscript illuminations that illuminate minds for generations. As we reflect upon these diverse fragments from 1237, let them serve as reminders that history is woven intricately with tales both grand and subtle – each thread contributing to our collective tapestry.