1252 Collection

Buddha of Kamakura
The great bronze image of Buddha at Kamakura, Japan, cast in the 13th century, centrepiece of a group of shrines and temples which attract pilgrims

Japan, c. 1912: The Finest Daibutsu, or Great Budha at Kamakura dates from 1252 Height 49 feet and 7 in
6013058 Japan, c.1912: The Finest Daibutsu, or Great Budha at Kamakura dates from 1252 Height 49 feet and 7 in, By train 50 minutes from Yokohama (photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century)

KONRADIN / KONRAD V
KONRADIN also known as Konrad V and Konrad the Young German prince Date: 1252 - 1268

The Siete Partidas (Seven-Part Code), aka Libro de las Leyes or Libro de las Posturas, was a Castilian statutory code first compiled during the reign of Alfonso X of Castile (1252-1284)

Konradin / Konrad V
KONRADIN also known as Konrad V and Konrad the Young German prince

Letter of patronage for Fogdo Abbey, july 1252, where
Letter of patronage for Fogdo Abbey, july 1252. Document where appears the earliest evidence of the name Stockholm. Medieval Museum. Stockholm. Sweden

Triumphal entry of Ferdinand III (c. 1201-1252) in Seville a
Ferdinand III (c.1201-1252), called Ferdinand the Saint. King of Castile and Leon. Surrender of Seville. Ferdinand III triumphal entry into the city. Engraving, 19th century. Colored

Ferdinand III of Castile (ca. 1198-1252). Colored engraving
Ferdinand III of Castile (ca.1198-1252). King of Castile and Leon. Colored engraving. 19th century

King Ferdinand III the Saint (c. 1201-1252)
Ferdinand III (c.1201-1252), called Ferdinand the Saint. King of Castile and Leon. Ferdinand III on horseback. Engraving in Spain Illustrated History by R. del Castillo, 19th century

Alfonso X, called The Wise (1221-1284). King of Castile and Le󮠨 1252-1284). On the right, portraits of his wife Violante of Aragon and Hungary (1236-1300) and their children

BLANCHE OF CASTILLE, Blanca de Castilla in Spanish; 4 March 1188 - 27 November 1252, was a Queen consort of France as the wife of Louis VIII. ENGRAVING 1882

Cape Town Barracks
The Officers Quarters at the Main Barracks in Cape Town, South Africa, circa 1910. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Sigismunds Column
circa 1845: The Sigismund III Column in Warsaw. The King of Poland from 1587 to 1632, he moved the capital of Poland from Krakow to Warsaw

Game of Chess between a Crusader and a Saracen. From Spanish manuscript of a treatise on chess by Alfonso X, the Wise (1221-1284) king of Castile and Leon from 1252. 13th century

Blanche Of Castille, Blanca De Castilla In Spanish; 4 March 1188 - 27 November 1252, Was A Queen Consort Of France As The Wife Of Louis Viii. Engraving 1882

Japan, Kamakura. The Great Buddha of Kamakura, a bronze statue dating back to 1252

Picture No. 10474767

Picture No. 10474766

Alexander I Nevsky
ALEXANDER I YAROSLAVICH, known as Alexander Nevsky, Prince of Novgorod from 1238. ruler of Vladimir from 1252 : a national hero who laid the foundations of Russia

Blanche De Castile
BLANCHE DE CASTILE queeen of Louis VIII depicted praying, kneeling at a prie-dieu

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"1252: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of 1252, where history unveils its captivating tales. In Japan's Kamakura, stands the majestic Buddha of Kamakura, a bronze statue dating back to this very year. Its towering presence at 49 feet and 7 inches leaves visitors in awe, reminding us of the artistry that thrived centuries ago. Meanwhile, across continents in Europe, Blanche De Castile holds her influence as she plays a significant role in The Siete Partidas (Seven-Part Code), also known as Libro. This legal code shaped societies with its wisdom and guidance during these times. In another corner of Japan lies Yokohama, just a short train ride away from Kamakura. Here we find ourselves transported to c. 1912 when the finest Daibutsu or Great Buddha was captured on camera. Its magnificence echoes through time and invites us to witness its grandeur firsthand. Delving deeper into European history brings us to Konradin/Konrad V's letter of patronage for Fogdo Abbey in July 1252. This act demonstrates the support bestowed upon cultural institutions during this era. The triumphal entry of Ferdinand III resonates with glory as he arrives in Seville around this period. Known as Ferdinand III the Saint, his legacy lives on through colored engravings that depict his regal stature and noble deeds. Not far behind is Alfonso X, called The Wise - King who reigned from 1221-1284. His intellect guided kingdoms towards progress and enlightenment during an age filled with challenges and uncertainties. Amidst all these historical events unfolds technological innovation; Sikorsky S-55 takes flight. This aircraft represents mankind's relentless pursuit of advancement even amidst turbulent times.