Richard L Collection

Richard pardons his brother John, 12th Century (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Richard pardons his brother John, 1864. Richard I, (1157-1199) pardons his brother Prince John, (1166 -1216), at the behest of their mother, Eleanor of Aquitaine

Richard I, (1157-1199), c1787. King of England from 6 July 1189 until his death, known as Richard Coeur de Lion or Richard the Lionheart because of his reputation as a great military leader

King Richard I. Richard I (1157-1199) was King of England from 1189 to 1199. In his own time, the troubadour Bertran de Born called him Oc-e-Non (Yes-and-No)

Richard I, Coeur de Lion landing at Jaffa (Joppa), September 1191, (c1880). Artist: William Heysham Overend
Richard I, Coeur de Lion landing at Jaffa (Joppa), September 1191, (c1880). Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199) was the eldest son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine

Plate 9 for History of the Middle Ages, 1793. Creators: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, Eberhard Siegfried Henne
Plate 9 for History of the Middle Ages, 1793

Blondel and Richard Coeur de Lion, 1826. Creator: Mary Trevor
Blondel and Richard Coeur de Lion, 1826

Portrait of Duke Eugen of Württemberg (1788-1857), 1859. Creator: Lauchert, Richard L. (1823-1869)
Portrait of Duke Eugen of Wurttemberg (1788-1857), 1859. Private Collection

Richard I (Coeur De Lion), (c1911). Creator: Unknown
Richard I (Coeur De Lion), (c1911). King Richard I of England (Lionheart). From an engraved portrait in the British Museum'

King Richard I. Creator: James Smith
King Richard I

Richard I, Coeur de Lion at the Battle of Arsuf, 1191, (c1880). A 19th century romanticisation of the Crusades. Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199)

Triumphal Entry of Richard I. and Philip Augustus Into Acre, (1191), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Triumphal Entry of Richard I. and Philip Augustus Into Acre, (1191), 1890. Philip II of France (1165-1223) travelled to the Holy Land in the Third Crusade, 1189-1192 with King Richard I of England

Terrific combat between Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin, 1850. Artist: John Leech
Terrific combat between Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin, 1850. A satirical illustration of Richard the Lionheart and Saladin in battle

King Richard I (1157-1199) at the Battle of Jaffa, 1192. The Battle of Jaffa took place during the Crusades, as one of a series of campaigns between Saladins army

Richard I, (1157-1199), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Richard I, (1157-1199), 1830. Richard I (1157-1199) King of England from 1189 until his death, ruled as Duke of Normandy and Aquitaine

Jaffa, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Jaffa, 1890. Jaffa, an ancient port city, with a broad view of the Mediterranean Sea, had strategic importance in military history

Richard I. of England (Coeur-De-Lion), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Richard I. of England (Coeur-De-Lion), 1890. Richard I (1157-1199) King of England with French titles and territories, known as the Lionheart for his reputation as a great military leader

Richard I. Wounded at the Siege of the Castle of Chaluz, (1199), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Richard I. Wounded at the Siege of the Castle of Chaluz, (1199), 1890. Richard I (1157-1199) King of England with French titles and territories

Richard I mortally wounded by an Arrow shot by Bertram de Gourdon from the Walls of the Castle of Chilus, 1773. Bertran de Gourdon (fl)

The Armour of the Bishop of Beauvais presented to the Pope by order of Richard I, 1773. KIng Richard I of England (1157-1199) returns the armour of the Bishop de Beauvais (1158-1217)

Richard The Lion-Heart on Horseback at Westminster, c1935. Creator: Arnold
Richard The Lion-Heart on Horseback at Westminster, c1935. Equestrian sculpture of King Richard I of England (1157-1199), in Old Palace Yard outside the Houses of Parliament in London

Richard I of England pardons the archer who shot him, 1199 (1864). Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199) was fatally wounded by a crossbow bolt while besieging the castle of Chalus-Chabrol in France

Richard I of England refuses to look upon Jerusalem, having failed to conquer it, 1192 (1864). Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199) was one of the leaders of the Third Crusade

Richard I of England and the Master of St John, Jaffa, 1191 (1864). Richard I (1157-1199) with Godfrey de Duisson (aka Geoffrey de Dunjon), the Master of St John, on the Third Crusade

Richard I, King of England, 1194 (1824). The third son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, Richard I (1157-1199) reigned as King of England from 1189-1199

Blondel Sings Beneath Richards Window, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Richard I, 1935. The third son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, Richard I (1157-1199) reigned as King of England from 1189-1199. He was known as Richard Coueur de Lion (the Lionheart)

Castle Museum, Limassol, Cyprus, 2001. Limassols castle was built in c1000 by the Byzantines. It is said that Richard the Lionheart married his fiancee, Berengaria of Navarre

Richard the Lionheart Statue, Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London England

Richard I, 1856. Artist: Alfred Crowquill
Richard I, 1856. From Alfred Crowquills Comic History of the Kings and Queens of England - From William the Conqueror to the Present Time. [Read & Co. London, 1856]

Battle of Jaffa, c1880. Battle of Jaffa (1192). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Coronation of Richard I in Westminster Abbey 1189, (c1880). Richard the Lionheart processing down the aisle. Eldest son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, he reigned as King of England 1189-1199

A Woman of the Time of Richard I, 1907. Artist: Dion Clayton Calthrop
A Woman of the Time of Richard I, 1907. From English Costume, painted and described by Dion Clayton Calthrop. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1907]

A Man of the Time of Richard I, 1907. Artist: Dion Clayton Calthrop
A Man of the Time of Richard I, 1907. From English Costume, painted and described by Dion Clayton Calthrop. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1907]

Richard pardons the archer who shot him, 1199 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Richard pardons the archer who shot him, 1864.Richard I, (1157-1199) on his deathbed. Although he forgave the enemy archer who shot him

Richard refuses to look upon the Holy City, 1192 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Richard refuses to look upon the Holy CIty, 1864. King Richard I (8 September 1157 - 6 April 1199) refuses to look upon the Holy City, having failed to conquer it. From A Chronicle of England B.C

Richard and the Master of St. John, 1191 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Richard and the Master of St. John, 1864. Richard I, (8 September 1157 - 6 April 1199) confers with Godfrey de Duisson, the Master of St John in 1191. From A Chronicle of England B.C. 55 - A.D

Eleanor of Aquitaine, Queen of Henry II of England. Eleanor (1122-1204) was one of the most powerful figures in 12th century Europe

Richard Coeur De Lion Forgiving Bertrand De Gurdun, 1886. Artist: Thomas Brown
Richard Coeur De Lion Forgiving Bertrand De Gurdun, 1886. Richard I, King of England from 1189, (1932). Known as the Lionheart, Richard (1157-1199) spent little of his reign in England

Victorious Crusader, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Victorious Crusader, c1860, (c1860). From The Comic History of England, Volume I, by Gilbert A A Beckett. [Bradbury, Agnew, & Co. London]

Bertrand de Gourdon before Richard, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Bertrand de Gourdon before Richard, c1860, (c1860). On the 25th March 1199, Richard was walking around the castle perimeter investigating the protection of the castle walls

Nottingham Castle, c1880. Located in a strategic position on a promontory known as Castle Rock. The first Norman castle was built in 1067 on the orders of William the Conqueror

King Richard I in Palestine, c1884. Artist: Thomas Strong Seccombe
King Richard I in Palestine, c1884. Richard I the Lionheart (1157-1199) was the eldest son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, and second Angevin (Plantagenet) king of England, (1189-1199)

Richard I, King of England from 1189, (1932). Artist: Rosalind Thornycroft
Richard I, King of England from 1189, (1932). Known as the Lionheart, Richard (1157-1199) spent little of his reign in England, setting out on the Third Crusade in 1190

Richard I, 1926. Artist: Herbert Norris
Richard I, 1926. Richard I (1157-1199), King of England from 1189 to 1199. In his own time, the troubadour Bertran de Born called him Oc-e-Non (Yes-and-No)

King Richard I, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Death of King Richard I, 1902. Artist: Patten Wilson
Death of King Richard I, 1902. Richard I of England pardons the archer who shot him, 1199. Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199)

Portraits and Dresses of The Kings of England with coats of Arms, 1784
Portraits and Dresses of The Kings of England with coats of Arms.Henry II, Richard I, John, Henry III. Spencers New History of England, 1784

Richard I and Robin Hood, 1925. From Highroads of History, book II: Stories from British History, published by Thomas Nelson and Sons (London, Edinburgh, New York, 1925)

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"Richard I: The Lionhearted King of England and his Legendary Legacy" Step into the 12th century and witness the remarkable life of Richard I, also known as Richard the Lionheart. This captivating collection of historical artworks unveils the intriguing chapters in his reign, showcasing both his military prowess and diplomatic skills. In James William Edmund Doyle's masterpiece "Richard pardons his brother John, " we catch a glimpse of Richard's benevolence as he forgives his sibling for treason. It exemplifies his ability to balance justice with compassion, a trait that defined him throughout history. The portrait from c1787 immortalizes King Richard I himself, capturing the regal aura that surrounded this iconic ruler. Known for being a valiant warrior king, he fearlessly led armies on crusades to reclaim Jerusalem during tumultuous times. William Heysham Overend's painting transports us to September 1191 when Richard courageously landed at Jaffa (Joppa). This pivotal moment showcases not only his strategic brilliance but also emphasizes his unwavering determination to defend Christian territories against Saladin's forces. Eleanor of Aquitaine, Queen consort to Henry II and mother to Richard I, played an influential role in shaping her son's character. Her indomitable spirit is reflected in these artworks as she stands by her son’s side during significant battles and political endeavors. Witnessing the Battle of Arsuf through John Leech's artistic lens takes us back in time. The fierce combat between Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin epitomizes their rivalry while highlighting their mutual respect for each other’s martial abilities—a testament to chivalry amidst conflict. The Triumphal Entry into Acre serves as a reminder of Richard I’s triumphs during the Third Crusade alongside Philip Augustus. Their united front symbolized European unity against formidable foes—an alliance forged on shared goals despite political differences.