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Viii Century Collection

The 8th century, also known as the viii century, was a time of great cultural and historical significance

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail

The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones)
8620126 The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones, cameos and coloured glasses) by Lombard School

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail

The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones)
8620127 The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones, cameos and coloured glasses) by Lombard School

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail

The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones)
8620128 The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones, cameos and coloured glasses) by Lombard School

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail

The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones)
8620125 The Cross of Desiderius, adorned with stones, cameos and coloured glasses, detail, end of 8th century ( stones, cameos and coloured glasses) by Lombard School

Background imageViii Century Collection: Arab life during the Abbasidian times

Arab life during the Abbasidian times
3779001 Arab life during the Abbasidian times -; (add.info.: Arab life during the Abbasidian times - miniatures from the Maqamat of al-Hariri)

Background imageViii Century Collection: St Etheldreda, 8th century, Festival 23 June (colour litho)

St Etheldreda, 8th century, Festival 23 June (colour litho)
8658603 St Etheldreda, 8th century, Festival 23 June (colour litho) by Robinson, Frederick Cayley (1862-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Etheldreda, 8th century, Festival 23 June)

Background imageViii Century Collection: King Chilperic II, ca 1900 (illustration)

King Chilperic II, ca 1900 (illustration)
7422797 King Chilperic II, ca 1900 (illustration); (add.info.: History. France. Chilperic II (670-721), king of Francks. Imagery, France, ca 1900.); © Archives Charmet

Background imageViii Century Collection: King Chilperic III, ca 1900 (illustration)

King Chilperic III, ca 1900 (illustration)
7422795 King Chilperic III, ca 1900 (illustration); (add.info.: History. France. King of francks Chilperic III (743-751). Imagery, France, ca 1900.); © Archives Charmet

Background imageViii Century Collection: Charlemagne

Charlemagne
6266285 Charlemagne; (add.info.: Charlemagne, aka Charles the Great and Charles I, 748-814. King of the Franks, King of the Lombards and Emperor of the Romans.); Photo © Ken Welsh

Background imageViii Century Collection: The lazy kings in a cart by oxen (engraving)

The lazy kings in a cart by oxen (engraving)
5944523 The lazy kings in a cart by oxen (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraving The lazy kings showed themselves in public ceremonies in a cart dragged by oxen Special Collection)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Christ and the apostles, 8th century (fresco) (detail)

Christ and the apostles, 8th century (fresco) (detail)
BEN138680 Christ and the apostles, 8th century (fresco) (detail); Santa Sofia, Benevento, Campania, Italy; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Background imageViii Century Collection: Musicians with different musical instruments, -in 'De Musica libri quartet'

Musicians with different musical instruments, -in "De Musica libri quartet"
GIA5036376 Musicians with different musical instruments, -in "De Musica libri quartet", Irish codex of the VII-VIII centuries

Background imageViii Century Collection: The King of the Francs Charlemagne (742-814) establishing schools for lay children in 789

The King of the Francs Charlemagne (742-814) establishing schools for lay children in 789
ELD4852569 The King of the Francs Charlemagne (742-814) establishing schools for lay children in 789 and meeting with schoolchildren to promote education

Background imageViii Century Collection: Numa Pompilius (6th CenturyII A.c -s. VII BC). (engraving)

Numa Pompilius (6th CenturyII A.c -s. VII BC). (engraving)
CUL4861981 Numa Pompilius (6th CenturyII A.c -s. VII BC). (engraving); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Numa Pompilius (6th CenturyII A.c -s. VII BC). King of Rome between 715-673 BC

Background imageViii Century Collection: History of kings. Charlemagne (742-814) leading the Francs to battle

History of kings. Charlemagne (742-814) leading the Francs to battle. Colour engraving of the 19th century
NWI4944153 History of kings. Charlemagne (742-814) leading the Francs to battle. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: History of kings)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Harun al-Rashid, the fifth Abbasid Caliph, copperplate engraving from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving)

Harun al-Rashid, the fifth Abbasid Caliph, copperplate engraving from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving)
UTD4919670 Harun al-Rashid, the fifth Abbasid Caliph, copperplate engraving from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Widukind of Saxony or Wittekind of Saxony, known as the Great (755-810)

Widukind of Saxony or Wittekind of Saxony, known as the Great (755-810), an emblematic figure of the Saxon resistance
NWI4928002 Widukind of Saxony or Wittekind of Saxony, known as the Great (755-810), an emblematic figure of the Saxon resistance against the Franks

Background imageViii Century Collection: Roland blowing his horn during the battle against the Saracens at Roncesvaux in 789

Roland blowing his horn during the battle against the Saracens at Roncesvaux in 789
NWI4927988 Roland blowing his horn during the battle against the Saracens at Roncesvaux in 789. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Portrait of Saint Bede the Venerable (Beda Venerabilis) (672-735)

Portrait of Saint Bede the Venerable (Beda Venerabilis) (672-735) Monk and Doctor of the Church (St Bede the Venerable)
ELD4910689 Portrait of Saint Bede the Venerable (Beda Venerabilis) (672-735) Monk and Doctor of the Church (St Bede the Venerable)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Beginning of the Gospel according to Saint Luke. Reproduction of the Gospels of Lindisfarne

Beginning of the Gospel according to Saint Luke. Reproduction of the Gospels of Lindisfarne (Lindisfarne Gospels)
NWI4892350 Beginning of the Gospel according to Saint Luke. Reproduction of the Gospels of Lindisfarne (Lindisfarne Gospels)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland

Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland
3330366 Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland; (add.info.: Ring brooch with linked hoop from Ireland. Dated 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland

Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland
3330368 Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland; (add.info.: Ring brooch with linked hoop from Ireland. Dated 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Baptism of Witikind, 786. 19th century (trade card in chromolithograph)

Baptism of Witikind, 786. 19th century (trade card in chromolithograph)
543291 Baptism of Witikind, 786. 19th century (trade card in chromolithograph); (add.info.: Wittekind or Witikind (d807) Saxon warrior and commander surrendered to Charlemagne at Paderborn in 785

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Buddhist goddess Tara, the consort of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion

The Buddhist goddess Tara, the consort of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion
528927 The Buddhist goddess Tara, the consort of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion. 8th century (cast bronze from Sri Lanka); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Charles the Great crowned by the Pope (engraving)

Charles the Great crowned by the Pope (engraving)
1577676 Charles the Great crowned by the Pope (engraving); (add.info.: Charlemagne crowned as Emperor by Pope Leo III on 25 December 800)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Jade mask of the bat god (Bat), from Monte Alban, Mexico, 6th-8th century (jade)

Jade mask of the bat god (Bat), from Monte Alban, Mexico, 6th-8th century (jade)
AIS5377143 Jade mask of the bat god (Bat), from Monte Alban, Mexico, 6th-8th century (jade); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City, Mexico; © Iberfoto

Background imageViii Century Collection: Saxon king in chainmail tunic with double-edged sword and shield

Saxon king in chainmail tunic with double-edged sword and shield, and Anglo-Saxon king of the Heptarchy, 8th century
FLO4623233 Saxon king in chainmail tunic with double-edged sword and shield, and Anglo-Saxon king of the Heptarchy, 8th century

Background imageViii Century Collection: Saint Zechariah, pope from 741 to 752, 1932 (engraving)

Saint Zechariah, pope from 741 to 752, 1932 (engraving)
DUV4202432 Saint Zechariah, pope from 741 to 752, 1932 (engraving) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Zechariah, pope from 741 to 752)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Map showing the area more or less under Frankish dominion in the time of Charles Martel

Map showing the area more or less under Frankish dominion in the time of Charles Martel, 8th century, 1936
7125148 Map showing the area more or less under Frankish dominion in the time of Charles Martel, 8th century, 1936; (add.info)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Castle of the Moors, dating from the 8th or 9th century, Sintra, Portugal (b/w photo)

Castle of the Moors, dating from the 8th or 9th century, Sintra, Portugal (b/w photo)
6436314 Castle of the Moors, dating from the 8th or 9th century, Sintra, Portugal (b/w photo); (add.info.: Sintra, Lisbon Province, Portugal. Castelo dos Mouros)

Background imageViii Century Collection: The bronze statue of Charlemagne, digital improved reproduction of an original print 1880

The bronze statue of Charlemagne, digital improved reproduction of an original print 1880
7278160 The bronze statue of Charlemagne, digital improved reproduction of an original print 1880; Private Collection; (add.info.: The bronze statue of Charlemagne)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Mosaic painting, St. Peter presents the flag of to Leo III

Mosaic painting, St. Peter presents the flag of to Leo III
7278130 Mosaic painting, St. Peter presents the flag of to Leo III; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mosaic painting, St. Peter presents the flag of to Leo III)

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Holy Face of Lucca, St. Martin's cathedral, Italy. c. 770-880

The Holy Face of Lucca, St. Martin's cathedral, Italy. c. 770-880
7264830 The Holy Face of Lucca, St. Martin's cathedral, Italy. c. 770-880; San Martino Cathedral, Lucca, Italy; (add.info.: The Holy Face of Lucca)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Pendant decorated in cloisonne with a beast, 301-700 (gold, stone)

Pendant decorated in cloisonne with a beast, 301-700 (gold, stone)
7310016 Pendant decorated in cloisonne with a beast, 301-700 (gold, stone); 2.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: gold, stone, Material: gold)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Charlemagne and the ecclesiastic Alcuin, c.1900 (chromo)

Charlemagne and the ecclesiastic Alcuin, c.1900 (chromo)
3433708 Charlemagne and the ecclesiastic Alcuin, c.1900 (chromo); (add.info.: History. France. Charlemagne and the ecclesiastic Alcuin (8th cent. ) Imagery, France, ca 1900.); Photo © CCI

Background imageViii Century Collection: Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland

Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland
3330192 Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland; (add.info.: Ring brooch with linked hoop from Ireland. Dated 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Pepin king of France, Carolingian dynasty, copperplate engraving from Stahlheim, 1840s (engraving)

Pepin king of France, Carolingian dynasty, copperplate engraving from Stahlheim, 1840s (engraving)
UTD4919733 Pepin king of France, Carolingian dynasty, copperplate engraving from Stahlheim, 1840s (engraving); (add.info.: Pepin III dit le Bref (714-768), roi des Francs - Pepin

Background imageViii Century Collection: Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing ships and soldiers

Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing ships and soldiers
2910994 Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing ships and soldiers; (add.info.: Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing ships and soldiers

Background imageViii Century Collection: Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing soldiers

Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing soldiers
2910995 Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing soldiers; (add.info.: Anglo-Saxon (recreation) wall hanging showing soldiers, English 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Pepin the Short writing to Pope Zachary (coloured engraving)

Pepin the Short writing to Pope Zachary (coloured engraving)
8672820 Pepin the Short writing to Pope Zachary (coloured engraving) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Charlemagne showing his courtiers the value of his sheepskin cloak (engraving)

Charlemagne showing his courtiers the value of his sheepskin cloak (engraving)
8626241 Charlemagne showing his courtiers the value of his sheepskin cloak (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Tapestry. Tournai. The battle of Roncevaux (La Bataille de Roncevaux). Wool and silk

Tapestry. Tournai. The battle of Roncevaux (La Bataille de Roncevaux). Wool and silk. Third quart 15th century
7209815 Tapestry. Tournai. The battle of Roncevaux (La Bataille de Roncevaux). Wool and silk. Third quart 15th century. 250x180cm.; 250x180 cm; Musee de la Tapisserie, Tournai

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Pillar of Eliseg

The Pillar of Eliseg
7243376 The Pillar of Eliseg; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pillar of Eliseg, aka Elise's Pillar or Croes Elisedd, near Valle Crucis Abbey, Denbighshire, Wales)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III, 1844 (engraving)

Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III, 1844 (engraving)
ELD4956852 Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III, 1844 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c750-816)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Musicians with different musical instruments, -in 'De Musica libri quartet'

Musicians with different musical instruments, -in "De Musica libri quartet"
GIA5036385 Musicians with different musical instruments, -in "De Musica libri quartet", Irish codex of the VII-VIII centuries, by Torquatus Severinus.; © Giancarlo Costa

Background imageViii Century Collection: Charlemagne, the emperor with a flowery beard - Charlemagne, called the King with the Grizzly

Charlemagne, the emperor with a flowery beard - Charlemagne, called the King with the Grizzly Beard in the Song of
NWI4944174 Charlemagne, the emperor with a flowery beard - Charlemagne, called the King with the Grizzly Beard in the Song of Roland

Background imageViii Century Collection: The baptism of Saint Odile (c. 662-720) by his uncle Saint Erhard, 1932 (engraving)

The baptism of Saint Odile (c. 662-720) by his uncle Saint Erhard, 1932 (engraving)
DUV4202373 The baptism of Saint Odile (c. 662-720) by his uncle Saint Erhard, 1932 (engraving) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: The baptism of Saint Odile (c)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Representation of Taraise of Constantinople (730-806) refusing to grant annulment of the marriage

Representation of Taraise of Constantinople (730-806) refusing to grant annulment of the marriage of Emperor
ELD4911780 Representation of Taraise of Constantinople (730-806) refusing to grant annulment of the marriage of Emperor Constantine VI (771-797) with his wife Mary of Amnia on January 3, 795

Background imageViii Century Collection: Representation of Saint Boniface of Mainz (680-754) destroying Thor's oak (Donar or Jove's oak)

Representation of Saint Boniface of Mainz (680-754) destroying Thor's oak (Donar or Jove's oak)
ELD4908955 Representation of Saint Boniface of Mainz (680-754) destroying Thor's oak (Donar or Jove's oak) sacred tree of the Germanic pagans, to convert them to Christianity

Background imageViii Century Collection: Evesham Abbey

Evesham Abbey
5304795 Evesham Abbey.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Evesham Abbey, founded by Saint Egwin at Evesham in Worcestershire. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: rene of Athens, Byzantine empress, copperplate engraving from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving)

rene of Athens, Byzantine empress, copperplate engraving from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving)
UTD4919751 rene of Athens, Byzantine empress, copperplate engraving from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving); (add.info.: Irene l'Athenienne (vers 752-803) imperatrice byzantine - Irene of Athens

Background imageViii Century Collection: Emperor Charlemagne (747-814) designating his successor, his son Louis of Aquitaine

Emperor Charlemagne (747-814) designating his successor, his son Louis of Aquitaine
ELD4919124 Emperor Charlemagne (747-814) designating his successor, his son Louis of Aquitaine (Louis I the Pious or the Debonnaire, 778-840)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Portrait of Saint Hubert (ca. 655-727), eveque of Liege, also known as Hubert de Liege

Portrait of Saint Hubert (ca. 655-727), eveque of Liege, also known as Hubert de Liege. 19th century, (engraving)
ELD4916483 Portrait of Saint Hubert (ca. 655-727), eveque of Liege, also known as Hubert de Liege. 19th century, (engraving).; Private Collection; (add.info.: He is represented with a deer)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Representation of Saint Lambert of Maastricht (636-705) (Lambertus of Maastricht)

Representation of Saint Lambert of Maastricht (636-705) (Lambertus of Maastricht). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4914134 Representation of Saint Lambert of Maastricht (636-705) (Lambertus of Maastricht). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Background imageViii Century Collection: Soldiers hairstyle: some tied their hair behind their heads, others, the chiefs, over their skull

Soldiers hairstyle: some tied their hair behind their heads, others, the chiefs, over their skull
FLO4707624 Soldiers hairstyle: some tied their hair behind their heads, others, the chiefs, over their skull, like a feather to make themselves more terrifying (79)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland

Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland
3330367 Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland; (add.info.: Ring brooch with linked hoop from Ireland. Dated 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland

Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland
3330365 Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland; (add.info.: Ring brooch with linked hoop from Ireland. Dated 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland

Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland
3330229 Ring Brooch with linked hoop from Ireland; (add.info.: Ring brooch with linked hoop from Ireland. Dated 8th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Musical Notation: Lament written on the death of Charlemagne in 814 using Neumes or Meumes notation

Musical Notation: Lament written on the death of Charlemagne in 814 using Neumes or Meumes notation
528003 Musical Notation: Lament written on the death of Charlemagne in 814 using Neumes or Meumes notation. 7th to 11th centuries (musical manuscript); (add.info)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Anglo-Saxon Jewellery. 8th Century AD (object)

Anglo-Saxon Jewellery. 8th Century AD (object)
529444 Anglo-Saxon Jewellery. 8th Century AD (object); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: Masawaiyh, Mesue the Elder, with Harun al-Rashid, Bagdad, 1869 (Engraving)

Masawaiyh, Mesue the Elder, with Harun al-Rashid, Bagdad, 1869 (Engraving)
7422844 Masawaiyh, Mesue the Elder, with Harun al-Rashid, Bagdad, 1869 (Engraving); (add.info.: Science. Medicine. Persian physician Masawaiyh, Mesue the Elder, with abbasid caliph Harun al-Rashid)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Fan of the Fujiwara period, Heian period (794-1185)

Fan of the Fujiwara period, Heian period (794-1185)
AIS5377870 Fan of the Fujiwara period, Heian period (794-1185); Tokyo National Museum, Japan; (add.info.: Japanese decorative arts.); © Iberfoto

Background imageViii Century Collection: The servant girls, painting, 706

The servant girls, painting, 706
AIS5386889 The servant girls, painting, 706; (add.info.: The servant girls. Detail of a wall painting, dated 706, located in the tomb of Li Xian Hui (684-701), Princess Yongtai, in Xian (China)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Art chinois, periode Han : Tombe de la Princesse Yongtai, detail montrant les servantes de la

Art chinois, periode Han : Tombe de la Princesse Yongtai, detail montrant les servantes de la princesse
AIS5335885 Art chinois, periode Han : Tombe de la Princesse Yongtai, detail montrant les servantes de la princesse. Fresque, 706Chine, Xian, Tombe de Li Xian Hui.; © Iberfoto

Background imageViii Century Collection: 8th century, Romanesque L eglise de Betheny, in the village of Betheny, France 1857

8th century, Romanesque L eglise de Betheny, in the village of Betheny, France 1857
5616823 8th century, Romanesque L eglise de Betheny, in the village of Betheny, France 1857, Illustrated in Voyages pittoresques et romantiques (Picturesque and romantic journeys in ancient France)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Miniature representant des iconoclastes jetant des livres au feu. Manuscrit

Miniature representant des iconoclastes jetant des livres au feu. Manuscrit
GIA5036565 Miniature representant des iconoclastes jetant des livres au feu. Manuscrit.; (add.info.: Miniature representant des iconoclastes jetant des livres au feu)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Middle Ages: Saint Mathieu. Reproduction from a manuscript from the 8th - 9th century

Middle Ages: Saint Mathieu. Reproduction from a manuscript from the 8th - 9th century
NWI4891655 Middle Ages: Saint Mathieu. Reproduction from a manuscript from the 8th - 9th century.; (add.info.: Middle Ages: Saint Mathieu)

Background imageViii Century Collection: CHARLEMAGNE or CHARLES I (742-814). King of the Franks and the Lombards (768-814)

CHARLEMAGNE or CHARLES I (742-814). King of the Franks and the Lombards (768-814) and Holy Roman Emperor (800-814)
CUL4859071 CHARLEMAGNE or CHARLES I (742-814). King of the Franks and the Lombards (768-814) and Holy Roman Emperor (800-814). Coronation of Charlemagne as Holy Roman Emperor (800). Engraving

Background imageViii Century Collection: Sacred (Coronation) of Charlemagne (742 - 814) in 800 by Pope Leon III

Sacred (Coronation) of Charlemagne (742 - 814) in 800 by Pope Leon III, 19th century (chromolithograph)
ELD4848619 Sacred (Coronation) of Charlemagne (742 - 814) in 800 by Pope Leon III, 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Background imageViii Century Collection: Representation of Wilfrid (wilfrith) of York (633-709). 19th century (engraving)

Representation of Wilfrid (wilfrith) of York (633-709). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4913612 Representation of Wilfrid (wilfrith) of York (633-709). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Background imageViii Century Collection: Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c 750-816), 1840 (engraving)

Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c 750-816), 1840 (engraving)
ELD4886897 Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c 750-816), 1840 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charlemagne (742-814) crowned by Pope Leo III (c 750-816)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Saint Boniface (Wynfrid of Wessex or Boniface of Mainz, 680-754)

Saint Boniface (Wynfrid of Wessex or Boniface of Mainz, 680-754), English missionary in Germany baptizing the Germanic
NWI4940588 Saint Boniface (Wynfrid of Wessex or Boniface of Mainz, 680-754), English missionary in Germany baptizing the Germanic people.; (add.info)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Le Petit Lavisse - double page illustrated from Le Petit Lavisse (book of History of France)

Le Petit Lavisse - double page illustrated from Le Petit Lavisse (book of History of France)
PCT4298054 Le Petit Lavisse - double page illustrated from Le Petit Lavisse (book of History of France) beg 20th century (engraving); (add.info.: double page illustrated, Carolingian kings)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Saxons submitting to Charlemagne (748-814) 777. 19th century (lithograph)

Saxons submitting to Charlemagne (748-814) 777. 19th century (lithograph)
535199 Saxons submitting to Charlemagne (748-814) 777. 19th century (lithograph); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageViii Century Collection: St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, accused of adultery

St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, accused of adultery, exposed in forest
535097 St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, accused of adultery, exposed in forest, but 5 years later recognized by husband out hunting and innocence acknowledged

Background imageViii Century Collection: St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, who was accused of adultery

St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, who was accused of adultery, exposed in the forest
535094 St. Genevieve of Brabant, 8th century, wife of palatine Siegfried, who was accused of adultery, exposed in the forest

Background imageViii Century Collection: Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, entering a monastery after being deposed by Charlemagne

Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, entering a monastery after being deposed by Charlemagne, 788 (engraving)
8626240 Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, entering a monastery after being deposed by Charlemagne, 788 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tassilo III)

Background imageViii Century Collection: The Pope welcoming Charlemagne to Rome, 774 (engraving)

The Pope welcoming Charlemagne to Rome, 774 (engraving)
8626239 The Pope welcoming Charlemagne to Rome, 774 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Adrian I welcoming Charlemagne, King of the Franks)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Pope Leo III crowns the King Charlemagne, 800 (engraving)

Pope Leo III crowns the King Charlemagne, 800 (engraving)
6266162 Pope Leo III crowns the King Charlemagne, 800 (engraving); (add.info.: Pope Leo III crowns Charlemagne Emperor of the Romans, December 25, 800 AD. Charlemagne aka Charles the Great, 748-814)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Tapestry. Tournai. History of Charlemagne, battle of Roncevaux (Histoire de Charlemagne)

Tapestry. Tournai. History of Charlemagne, battle of Roncevaux (Histoire de Charlemagne: La Bataille de Roncevaux)
7209827 Tapestry. Tournai. History of Charlemagne, battle of Roncevaux (Histoire de Charlemagne: La Bataille de Roncevaux).; Musee de la Tapisserie, Tournai

Background imageViii Century Collection: Goat ceramic sculpture representing the zodiac sign of the goat, Tang period, 618-907 AD (ceramic)

Goat ceramic sculpture representing the zodiac sign of the goat, Tang period, 618-907 AD (ceramic)
AIS5379421 Goat ceramic sculpture representing the zodiac sign of the goat, Tang period, 618-907 AD (ceramic); National Museum of Chinese History, Beijing; © Iberfoto

Background imageViii Century Collection: Carolingian art: interior view of the Palatine chapel of Charlemagne in Aachen (Aachen), Germany

Carolingian art: interior view of the Palatine chapel of Charlemagne in Aachen (Aachen), Germany. 792-805
AIS5351155 Carolingian art: interior view of the Palatine chapel of Charlemagne in Aachen (Aachen), Germany. 792-805.; Aachen, Germany; © Iberfoto

Background imageViii Century Collection: Merovingian Dynasty: Portrait of Thierry IV (713-737) King of the Franks from 721 to 737

Merovingian Dynasty: Portrait of Thierry IV (713-737) King of the Franks from 721 to 737 (Theuderic IV or Theuderich)
ELD4919786 Merovingian Dynasty: Portrait of Thierry IV (713-737) King of the Franks from 721 to 737 (Theuderic IV or Theuderich, Theoderic, or Theodoric, merovingian king of the franks)

Background imageViii Century Collection: Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography

Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography
NWI4877446 Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography.; (add.info.: Empire of Arab Caliphs, mid-8th century. 19th century lithography.); Photo © North Wind Pictures



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The 8th century, also known as the viii century, was a time of great cultural and historical significance. During this period, various artifacts and events shaped the course of history. One such artifact is a storage jar dating back to the 8th-9th century AD. Made from earthenware, this jar provides us with a glimpse into the daily life and practices of people during that time. Emperor Charlemagne's interest in education and learning made him renowned as the patron of schools. In an engraving depicting his visit to a school, we see his dedication towards promoting knowledge among his subjects. Another engraving showcases a Frankish chief and soldier from the 8th century. This image gives us insight into their attire and military prowess during that era. A wall panel depicting Na-Bolon-K'an in ritual dress offers us a visual representation of ancient rituals practiced around c. 790 AD using limestone, stucco, and paint. An Anglo Saxon king accompanied by his equerry engaged in battle is depicted in another engraving from that time period. This artwork highlights the bravery and valor exhibited by warriors during conflicts. A spherical bead adorned with four glyphs made from jadeite dates back to 200-800 AD. Such intricate craftsmanship demonstrates the skillful artistry prevalent during this era. Charlemagne himself was an influential figure during this epoch. An engraving portrays him as King of Franks, showcasing his power and leadership qualities which left an indelible mark on European history. The Battle of Poitiers fought on October 25th, 732 CE holds immense historical significance for its impact on shaping Europe's future trajectory. An oil painting captures this pivotal moment when Charles Martel led Frankish forces against invading Muslim armies. Religious beliefs were also prominent during this period; "Resurrection of the Dead" depicts one such theme where souls are weighed after death based on their actions in life.

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