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Catholic League Collection

The Catholic League: A Historical Journey through Religious Struggles Step back in time and witness the tumultuous era of the Catholic League

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Catholic League Collection: Wallenstein and Tilly Holding a Council of War, 1626, (1890). Creator: Unknown
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Catholic League Collection: Eighth War of Religion: Arrest of Catholic members of the League, c. 1588 (engraving)
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Catholic League Collection: Dispute between monks and Jews, with the burning of heretical books (wood bas-relief)
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Catholic League Collection: The reign of Henry IV of France, 1589-1610 (colour litho)
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Catholic League Collection: Bataille d Ivry. Battle of Ivry
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Catholic League Collection: Pope Pius V (engraving)
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Catholic League Collection: Siege of Magdeburg, Germany, 1631 (engraving)
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Catholic League Collection: Victorious Christian troops of the Holy League recapturing the fortress of Buda, Hungary
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Catholic League Collection: Conference for the submission of members of the Catholic League in Languedoc, 1580 (engraving)
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Catholic League Collection: Count Tilly mortally wounded at the Battle of Rain, 1632 (engraving)
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Catholic League Collection: Siege of Heidelberg by the Count of Tilly, 1622 (engraving)
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Catholic League Collection: Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, 1631 (engraving)
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Catholic League Collection: Procession of the Catholic League through the streets of Paris, 1590 (colour litho)
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Catholic League Collection: Procession of the Holy League in the Streets of Paris, ca 1590
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Catholic League Collection: The Battle of Lepanto - A Sea Battle between Christians and Barbary Corsairs, 1615-20
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Catholic League Collection: Assassination of Henry, Duke of Guise, (December 1588), 1890. Creator: Unknown
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Catholic League Collection: The Battle of Lepanto, (1571), 1890. Creator: Unknown
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Catholic League Collection: Henry IV of France watching the departure of the Spaniards from Paris, 22 March 1594
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Catholic League Collection: Procession of the League (la Ligue), Paris, 24 May 1590

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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.