Pre Norman Collection

Anglo-Saxon England: Dunstan dragging King Edury from Elgiva (engraving)
6005338 Anglo-Saxon England: Dunstan dragging King Edury from Elgiva (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dunstan dragging King Edury from Elgiva)

Map of the Saxon Heptarchy (engraving)
976414 Map of the Saxon Heptarchy (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Saxon Heptarchy)

Map Of The World (engraving)
976411 Map Of The World (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map Of The World, from an ancient manuscript in the Cotton Library, marked Tiberius BV)

King Eadgar, The Peaceable (engraving)
976404 King Eadgar, The Peaceable (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Eadgar, The Peaceable)

Anglo-Saxon England: Combat between the Romans and Britons (engraving)
6005343 Anglo-Saxon England: Combat between the Romans and Britons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Combat between the Romans and Britons)

Anglo-Saxon England: Discovery of the body of Harold (engraving)
6005334 Anglo-Saxon England: Discovery of the body of Harold (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Discovery of the body of Harold)

Agriculture of the Anglo-Saxons (engraving)
976415 Agriculture of the Anglo-Saxons (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Agriculture of the Anglo-Saxons)

Musical instruments of the Anglo-Saxons and Danes (engraving)
976412 Musical instruments of the Anglo-Saxons and Danes (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musical instruments of the Anglo-Saxons and Danes)

Anglo-Saxon England: Caractacus carried captive to Rome (engraving)
6005341 Anglo-Saxon England: Caractacus carried captive to Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caractacus carried captive to Rome)

Anglo-Saxon England: Alfred releasing the family of Hastings (engraving)
6005340 Anglo-Saxon England: Alfred releasing the family of Hastings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred releasing the family of Hastings)

Anglo-Saxon England: Alfred describing the Danish Camp on his return (engraving)
6005339 Anglo-Saxon England: Alfred describing the Danish Camp on his return (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Anglo-Saxon England: The Welch tribute of Wolves Heads (engraving)
6005337 Anglo-Saxon England: The Welch tribute of Wolves Heads (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welch tribute of Wolves Heads)

Anglo-Saxon England: Canute rebuking his Courtiers (engraving)
6005336 Anglo-Saxon England: Canute rebuking his Courtiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute rebuking his Courtiers)

Anglo-Saxon England: Harold swearing on the Relics of the Saints (engraving)
6005335 Anglo-Saxon England: Harold swearing on the Relics of the Saints (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harold swearing on the Relics of the Saints)

Modes of travel by the Anglo-Saxons and Danes (engraving)
976413 Modes of travel by the Anglo-Saxons and Danes (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modes of travel by the Anglo-Saxons and Danes)

Ancient lantern (engraving)
976416 Ancient lantern (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient lantern. Illustration for The Chronicle of England by Joseph Strutt (Thomas Jones)

Clothes of the Anglo Saxons (engraving)
976410 Clothes of the Anglo Saxons (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clothes of the Anglo Saxons)

Saint Dunstan (engraving)
976406 Saint Dunstan (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Dunstan. Illustration for The Chronicle of England by Joseph Strutt (Thomas Jones)

Anglo-Saxon England: Conversion of Ethelbert (engraving)
6005345 Anglo-Saxon England: Conversion of Ethelbert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conversion of Ethelbert)

Anglo-Saxon England: Trial by Ordeal (engraving)
6005333 Anglo-Saxon England: Trial by Ordeal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trial by Ordeal)

Anglo-Saxon England: Vortigern and Rowena (engraving)
6005344 Anglo-Saxon England: Vortigern and Rowena (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vortigern and Rowena)

Ships of the Anglo-Saxons (engraving)
976418 Ships of the Anglo-Saxons (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ships of the Anglo-Saxons)

Carved Cross Shaft, St Cuthberts Church, Bewcastle, Cumbria
Carved Cross Shaft, Churchyard of St Cuthberts Church, Hamlet of Bewcastle, Cumbria (7th / 8th century) - this has been described as the best pre-Norman carving in England. Date: circa 1910s

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"Unveiling the Pre-Norman Era: A Glimpse into Anglo-Saxon England" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of pre-Norman England. Through a series of engravings, we embark on a journey that reveals the rich tapestry of this era. Danish Soldiers stand tall, their presence felt as they leave an indelible mark on history. Meanwhile, Dunstan's determination is palpable as he drags King Edury from Elgiva, showcasing the power struggles that defined this period. The Map of the Saxon Heptarchy unveils a fragmented land divided into kingdoms, each with its own unique identity and customs. As we explore further, our gaze widens to encompass the entire world through another intricate engraving – reminding us that even amidst local conflicts, global connections were being forged. King Eadgar emerges as a beacon of peace during these turbulent times. His reign symbolizes stability and unity among warring factions. Yet battles persist; Romans clash with Britons in an epic combat scene while Harold's lifeless body is discovered after his fateful encounter at Hastings. Agriculture thrived under Anglo-Saxon rule; fields teemed with activity as communities worked together to sustain themselves. The musical instruments depicted reveal not only entertainment but also cultural expressions shared by both Anglo-Saxons and Danes. Caractacus' capture serves as a reminder of external influences shaping English history – Roman conquests leaving lasting imprints on society. However, moments like Alfred releasing Hastings' family or describing Danish camps upon his return highlight acts of compassion and strategic brilliance within their own ranks. Intriguingly complex yet undeniably fascinating, this collection offers glimpses into an era where power dynamics shifted constantly but left behind legacies still visible today. Join us on this visual expedition through pre-Norman England - where tales unfold through engravings, inviting us to uncover the secrets of a bygone era.