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Romance Of Alexander Collection

In the captivating world of the "Romance of Alexander, " where tales of valor and conquest unfold, military engineers with a catapult and ballista stand tall

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: CATAPULT, 14th CENTURY. Military engineers with a catapult

CATAPULT, 14th CENTURY. Military engineers with a catapult. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: BALLISTA, 14th CENTURY. Military engineers with a ballista

BALLISTA, 14th CENTURY. Military engineers with a ballista. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: TILTING, 14th CENTURY. A man tilting at a target from a rowboat

TILTING, 14th CENTURY. A man tilting at a target from a rowboat. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: ROMANCE OF ALEXANDER. A besieging army and a margin of drolleries

ROMANCE OF ALEXANDER. A besieging army and a margin of drolleries. Manuscript illumination by Jehan de Grise from the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: CHESS PLAYERS, c1340. A man and a woman playing chess

CHESS PLAYERS, c1340. A man and a woman playing chess. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: CHESS, 14th CENTURY. A game of chess. Beside the players sit two peacocks and a dog

CHESS, 14th CENTURY. A game of chess. Beside the players sit two peacocks and a dog. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: TUG OF WAR, 14th CENTURY. A tug-of-war game

TUG OF WAR, 14th CENTURY. A tug-of-war game. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: GAMES, 14th CENTURY. Men playing fighting games

GAMES, 14th CENTURY. Men playing fighting games. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: GAME, 14th CENTURY. Two people playing a game similar to Blind Mans Buff

GAME, 14th CENTURY. Two people playing a game similar to Blind Mans Buff. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: SWORD FIGHT, 14th CENTURY. Two men sword fighting as a game

SWORD FIGHT, 14th CENTURY. Two men sword fighting as a game. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: CHECKERS, 14th CENTURY. A lady and a page playing a game of checkers

CHECKERS, 14th CENTURY. A lady and a page playing a game of checkers. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: PUPPET SHOW, 14th CENTURY. Group of men watching a puppet show

PUPPET SHOW, 14th CENTURY. Group of men watching a puppet show. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: COOKS, 14th CENTURY. Cook basting birds roasting over a fire, while a man pours

COOKS, 14th CENTURY. Cook basting birds roasting over a fire, while a man pours wine to serve at The Saltire inn. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: COOKS, 14th CENTURY. Cooks basting birds roasting over a fire

COOKS, 14th CENTURY. Cooks basting birds roasting over a fire. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: METALWORKERS, 14th CENTURY. Metalworkers making a helmet

METALWORKERS, 14th CENTURY. Metalworkers making a helmet. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: INNKEEPER, 14th CENTURY. An innkeeper serves a customer at The Saltire inn

INNKEEPER, 14th CENTURY. An innkeeper serves a customer at The Saltire inn. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: WORKERS, 14th CENTURY. Men at work, perhaps making longbows

WORKERS, 14th CENTURY. Men at work, perhaps making longbows. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: SWORDSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Swordsmiths sharpening a sword

SWORDSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Swordsmiths sharpening a sword. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: SWORDSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Swordsmiths grinding a huge sword on a stone

SWORDSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Swordsmiths grinding a huge sword on a stone. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: BLACKSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Man leading a horse to a blacksmith working on an anvil

BLACKSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Man leading a horse to a blacksmith working on an anvil. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: BLACKSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Blacksmiths shoeing a horse

BLACKSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Blacksmiths shoeing a horse. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: BLACKSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Blacksmiths working in a forge

BLACKSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Blacksmiths working in a forge. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: COOKS, 14th CENTURY. Cooks working over an open fire at The Saltire inn

COOKS, 14th CENTURY. Cooks working over an open fire at The Saltire inn. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: DYERS, 14th CENTURY. Clothing dyers at work

DYERS, 14th CENTURY. Clothing dyers at work. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: SWORDSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Swordsmiths burnishing a large sword

SWORDSMITHS, 14th CENTURY. Swordsmiths burnishing a large sword. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: DANCING PIG, 14th CENTURY. A performing sow with a litter of piglets

DANCING PIG, 14th CENTURY. A performing sow with a litter of piglets. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: DANCING GOAT, 14th CENTURY. A performing goat, dancing to a drum on its hind legs

DANCING GOAT, 14th CENTURY. A performing goat, dancing to a drum on its hind legs. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: TRAINED HORSE, 14th CENTURY. A man with a performing horse and ape

TRAINED HORSE, 14th CENTURY. A man with a performing horse and ape. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: DANCERS, c1340. Nine dancers in a ring

DANCERS, c1340. Nine dancers in a ring. Manuscript illumination by Jehan de Grise from the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageRomance Of Alexander Collection: PROCESSION, 14th CENTURY. Triumphal procession of the victor of a cock fight

PROCESSION, 14th CENTURY. Triumphal procession of the victor of a cock fight. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340


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In the captivating world of the "Romance of Alexander, " where tales of valor and conquest unfold, military engineers with a catapult and ballista stand tall, showcasing their ingenuity in warfare. Amidst the chaos of battle, a man tilts at a target from a rowboat, displaying his skill and daring. As the besieging army surrounds its enemies, an unexpected margin of drolleries adds whimsy to this epic tale. In moments of respite, a man and woman engage in an intense game of chess, strategizing each move with precision. Beside them sit two majestic peacocks and a loyal dog, observing their intellectual duel. The spirit of competition continues as men gather for games like tug-of-war and fighting games; their strength tested in friendly rivalry. A game similar to Blind Man's Buff brings laughter as two people navigate through darkness seeking victory. Sword fights become not only battles but also thrilling games between skilled opponents who showcase their mastery over steel. Meanwhile, amidst all these physical contests lies another form of mental engagement - checkers played by a lady and her page. Amidst all these exciting activities stands an enchanting puppet show that captivates onlookers' imaginations. Men gather around eagerly to witness this spectacle brought to life by intricate puppets dancing across the stage. Within the pages of "Romance of Alexander, " love intertwines with adventure as heroes conquer both hearts and lands alike, and is within these diverse scenes that one can truly appreciate the richness and complexity found in this timeless tale that has captured countless imaginations throughout history.