The Triumph of Fame over Death, Flanders
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Knight and king from BL Lansdowne 782, f. 10v
Drawing with coloured wash of a knight on horseback holding a sword before a king in a tent, possibly Gaudfroi and Charlemagne, illustrating the Chanson d'Aspremont. Image taken from f. 10v of Chanson d'Aspremo... More
Flotilla from BL Lansdowne 782, f. 19
Drawing with coloured wash of men in boats from Reggio coming to attack Charlemagne, illustrating section 353 of the Chanson d'Aspremont. Image taken from f. 19 of Chanson d'Aspremont (verses 209-514, imperfect... More
Charlemagne from BL Lansdowne 782, f. 19
Detail of a drawing with coloured wash of Balan (Witikin) telling Charlemagne and the pope of an attack, illustrating section 352 of the Chanson d'Aspremont. Image taken from f. 19 of Chanson d'Aspremont (verse... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 17v
A cartouche of architectonic decoration. Image taken from f. 17v of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de Carlos Quinto). Written in Spanish.
Armor from a Small Garniture for Field and Tournament
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Photo of Ewer, 16th century - Public domain dedication
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Morion for the Bodyguard of the Prince-Elector of Saxony
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Armor for Man and Horse - Public domain dedication museum photo
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Aztec Serpent Labret with Articulated Tongue
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Armor for Man and Horse Presumably Made for Baron Pankraz von Freyberg...
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Plain leaf from BL Add 33733, f. 4
A plain leaf on the verso of which is a cartouche and text. Image taken from f. 4 of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de Carlos Quinto). Written in Spanish.
The submission of the duke of Cleves from BL Add 33733, f. 12
A miniature of a scene from the Triumphs of Emperor Charles V: the duke of Cleves submitting to Charles V. Image taken from f. 12 of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de Carlos Quinto). Writ... More
flight of Charlemagne and Fierenbras from BL Eg 3028, f. 83
flight of Charlemagne and Fierenbras Image taken from f. 83 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French. The Egerto... More
Clement VII imprisoned from BL Add 33733, f. 8
A miniature of a scene from the Triumphs of Emperor Charles V: Clement VII imprisoned in Castel Sant'Angelo treating for release, 1527. Image taken from f. 8 of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumph... More
Charlemagne, in his tent, gives orders to Guy of Burgundy. from BL Eg ...
Charlemagne, in his tent, gives orders to Guy of Burgundy. Image taken from f. 96 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written ... More
Battle from BL Eg 3028, f. 116 - Public domain document scan of drawin...
Drawing of Charlemagne and his peers fighting with Laban. Image taken from f. 116 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written ... More
Charlemagne finds Fierenbras lying under a holm tree. from BL Eg 3028,...
Charlemagne finds Fierenbras lying under a holm tree. Image taken from f. 92 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in Fr... More
Charles V from BL Royal 17 F III, f. 1
Detail of a miniature of Charles V, king of France, receiving the book from the translator, Raoul des Presles, at the beginning of the prologue. Image taken from f. 1 of City of God (La cité de Dieu). Written i... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 7v
A cartouche of floral motifs and architectonic decoration, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 8. Image taken from f. 7v of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de Ca... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 11v
A cartouche of floral motifs and architectonic decoration, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 12. Image taken from f. 11v of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de ... More
Charlemagne kneels before the altar. from BL Eg 3028, f. 89
Charlemagne kneels before the altar. Image taken from f. 89 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French. The Egerto... More
Caesar from BL Royal 14 E I, f. 50
Miniature of Caesar crossing the Rhine, with the arms of the Holy Roman emperor held by one of the soldiers, at the beginning of book 7. Image taken from f. 50 of Le miroir historial (a French translation of th... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G II, f. 33
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne, on a pilgrimage, passing Montauban. Image taken from f. 33 of Renaut de Montauban (or Les Quatre Fils Aimon). Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also k... More
Charles V from BL Royal 18 E I, f. 121
Miniature of Charles V enthroned and surrounded by his court. Image taken from f. 121 of Chroniques. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal Collection, consists of over ... More
Augustine and Charles V from BL Royal 14 D I, f. 1
Miniature of Augustine writing, and Charles V, king of France standing in a landscape, with an angel holding a shield with his arms, with a full border containing an unidentified coat of arms, azure a lion ramp... More
Monk presenting book from BL Harley 4372, f. 12
Miniature depicting a monk presenting a book to a ruler; on the right-hand side, a miniature of an armed king (Charlemagne?) and soldiers before the Pope (?). Image taken from f. 12 of Les Fais et les Dis des R... More
Box with Equestrian Falconers - Public domain dedication museum photo
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Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 10v
A cartouche of shells and architectonic decoration, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 11. Image taken from f. 10v of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de Carlos ... More
Charles V enthroned among his enemies from BL Add 33733, f. 5
A miniature of a scene from the Triumphs of Emperor Charles V: the Emperor enthroned among his enemies (Suleiman the Magnificent, Pope Clement VII, Francis I, the dukes of Cleves and Saxony, and the landgrave o... More
Fierenbras before Charlemagne's tent from BL Eg 3028, f. 84v
Fierenbras before Charlemagne's tent Image taken from f. 84v of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French. The Egert... More
Charlemagne from BL Eg 3028, f. 111
Drawing of Charlemagne riding with Richard to Aigremore. Image taken from f. 111 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written i... More
Caesar from BL Royal 14 E I, f. 50
Detail of a miniature of Caesar crossing the Rhine, with the arms of the Holy Roman emperor held by one of the soldiers, at the beginning of book 7. Image taken from f. 50 of Le miroir historial (a French trans... More
Charlemagne and Richard from BL Eg 3028, f. 115
Drawing of Charlemagne and Richard arriving at Aigremore. Image taken from f. 115 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written ... More
Charlemagne from BL Eg 3028, f. 83v
Miniature of Charlemagne beneath a Gothic arch. Image taken from f. 83v of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French.... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 141v
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne being crowned emperor, in the second book of Charlemagne's life. Image taken from f. 141v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript... More
Grinnelun from BL Eg 3028, f. 110
Drawing of Grinnelun talking to Charlemagne. Image taken from f. 110 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French. T... More
Charlemagne from BL Eg 3028, f. 113
Drawing of Charlemagne and Richard slaying Agolafre. Image taken from f. 113 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in Fr... More
Monk presenting book from BL Harley 4372, f. 12
Detail of a miniature depicting a monk presenting a book to a ruler; on the right-hand side, a miniature of an armed king (Charlemagne?) and soldiers before the Pope (?). Image taken from f. 12 of Les Fais et l... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 137
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne dividing his army into two; Charlemagne taking two castles. Image taken from f. 137 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Colle... More
Charlemagne arrives at the burning city of Rome. from BL Eg 3028, f. 8...
Charlemagne arrives at the burning city of Rome. Image taken from f. 82 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French.... More
Charlemagne's knights from BL Eg 3028, f. 97
Charlemagne's knights Image taken from f. 97 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French. The Egerton Manuscript Co... More
Charlemagne's knights defeat the Saracens from BL Eg 3028, f. 98
Charlemagne's knights defeat the Saracens Image taken from f. 98 of Roman de Brut, a verse epitome (begins imperfectly) with continuation to Edward III; Destruction de Rome; Fierabras. Written in French. The E... More
Coloured pen drawing from BL Harley 3736, f. 20
Coloured pen drawing of the Emperor Charlemagne kneeling in front of a plant pierced by an arrow. The plant is called 'Carlina' and the caption explains that an angel advised Charlemagne to eat it in order to b... More
Box with Equestrian Falconers - Public domain dedication museum photo
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Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 13v
A cartouche of masks, shells, gemstones, grotesques, architectonic decoration and all'antica elements, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 14. Image taken from f. 13v of The Triumphs ... More
Aimeri kneeling before Charlemagne from BL Harley 1321, f. 38v
Miniature of Aimeri kneeling before Charlemagne. Image taken from f. 38v of Cycle of Aimeri de Narbonne: 'Girart de Viane' by Bertrand de Bar-sur-Aube, 5560 lines, imperfect at the beginning (ff. 4-38v), 'Aimer... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 15v
A cartouche of masks, shells, gemstones, grotesques, architectonic decoration and all'antica elements, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 16. Image taken from f. 15v of The Triumphs ... More
The surrender of the German cities. from BL Add 33733, f. 16
A miniature of a scene from the Triumphs of Emperor Charles V: The surrender of the German cities. Image taken from f. 16 of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de Carlos Quinto). Written in Spanish.
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 8v
A cartouche of gemstones, flowers and architectonic decoration, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 9. Image taken from f. 8v of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante ... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 6v
A cartouche of masks, shells, gemstones, grotesques, architectonic decoration and all'antica elements, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 7. Image taken from f. 6v of The Triumphs of... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 12v
A cartouche of architectonic decoration, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 13. Image taken from f. 12v of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumphante de Carlos Quinto). Wr... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 16v
A cartouche of masks, shells, gemstones, grotesques, architectonic decoration and all'antica elements, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 17. Image taken from f. 16v of The Triumphs ... More
Aztec Serpent Labret with Articulated Tongue
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Decorated initial from BL Sloane 1044, f. 262
Detail of decorated initial. Image taken from f. 262 of Fragment of a leaf, mentioning Lothar I Carolingien Holy Roman Emperor. Written in Latin. Sir Hans Sloane (1660-1753) was a physician and naturalist who ... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 9v
A cartouche of gemstones, grotesques and architectonic decoration, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 10. Image taken from f. 9v of The Triumphs of Charles V (index L'Aguila Triumpha... More
Charles V from BL Royal 17 F III, f. 1
Miniature of Charles V, king of France, receiving the book from the translator, Raoul des Presles, with a full border containing the royal arms of England surmounted by a crowned helm with mantling in Edward's ... More
Charlemagne and his court, looking at a scene of two dogs facing each ...
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Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 4v
A cartouche of masks, shells, gemstones, grotesques, architectonic decoration and all'antica elements, containing a versified caption related to the miniature of f. 5. Image taken from f. 4v of The Triumphs of ... More
Cartouche from BL Add 33733, f. 5v
A cartouche of masks, shells, gemstones, grotesques, architectonic decoration and all'antica elements, containing a versified caption relating to the miniature of f. 6. Image taken from f. 5v of The Triumphs of... More
Charles V, king of France, and Charles II, king of Navarre, conclude p...
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Charlemagne and his barons from BL Royal 16 G II, f. 40v
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne enthroned consulting his barons, with a partial border, a foliate initial 'E'(n ceste), and an instruction to illuminator reading 'Icy soit fait ung palaiz ou le roy Charlem... More
Simon de Hesdin from BL Royal 17 F IV, f. 3
Miniature of Simon de Hesdin writing his book, in the upper register, and Simon de Hesdin in a hospitaller's habit giving his book to Charles V of France, in the lower register, with a full border containing th... More
Presentation from BL Harley 4430, f. 33
Miniature of Simon de Hesdin presenting his book to the king of France Charles V (index presentation scene), in the foreground, a dog pursues a monkey. Full strew border in the Ghent-Bruges style with acanthus ... More
Raoul de Presles presents his translation to King Charles V, surrounde...
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Head of a Bearded Man, Bohemia - Public domain portrait engraving
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Carolingian Charlemagne and his court
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Carolingian Leo III crowns Charlemagne
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Charlemagne receiving a letter from BL Royal 16 G II, f. 8
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne at a table receiving a letter, with a partial border and a foliate initial 'O'(r dist). Image taken from f. 8 of Renaut de Montauban (or Les Quatre Fils Aimon). Written in F... More
Creation and the presentation of the book from BL Royal 17 E III, f. 9
Miniature in four compartments of God creating the World, and of Jean Corbechon presenting the book to Charles V of France, with a foliate initial 'A'(tres hault) with a partial border, at the beginning of the ... More
Presentation of the book from BL Royal 20 A XIX, f. 1
Miniature of the presentation of the book to king Charles V of France by the translator, with a puzzle initial 'C'(elui). Image taken from f. 1 of De consolatione philosophiae (index Consolation of Philosophy)... More
Coin (Franc) Showing Charles V - Public domain dedication museum photo
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Coin (Franc) Showing Charles V - Public domain dedication museum photo
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Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 161v
Miniature of the return of Charlemagne from the east, bringing home the relics of the true cross and the crown of thorns. Image taken from f. 161v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 174v
Detail of a miniature of a battle with Charlemagne taking a standard, at the beginning of chapter 9 of 'Charlemagne' book 4. Image taken from f. 174v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. ... More
Pope from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 132
Miniature of the Pope saying Mass before Charlemagne and Hildegarde; he crowns their sons, with an illuminated initial 'P'(our). Image taken from f. 132 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French... More
Eardwulf of Northumbria from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 145v
Miniature of Eardwulf of Northumbria visiting Charlemagne; Charlemagne sending envoys with him to Rome, in the second book of his life, with an illuminated initial 'A'(pres). Image taken from f. 145v of Chroniq... More
Roland from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 185
Miniature of Roland receiving a messenger at Grenoble; Roland and his knights praying in a tent; and the slaughter of inhabitants, with a foliate initial 'P'(our), at the beginning of chapter 9 of 'Charlemagne'... More
Mansur of Cordova from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 185v
Detail of a miniature of the Saracens plundering and profaning the church of St James (by defecating at the altar), at the beginning of chapter 10 of 'Charlemagne' book 5. Image taken from f. 185v of Chroniques... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 126
Miniature of Charlemagne taking the hostages of Tassilo of Bavaria. Image taken from f. 126 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Roya... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 156v
Miniature of Charlemagne receiving envoys, and Turpin reading the letter in public. Image taken from f. 156v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also ... More
Ganelon from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 177
Miniature of Ganelon before Marsile and Baligans, and their presents to Charlemagne. Image taken from f. 177 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also ... More
Death of Roland from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 180v
Detail of a miniature of Baldwin and Turpin bringing news of the death of Roland to Charlemagne, and Charlemagne mourning over Roland. Image taken from f. 180v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 151
Miniature of Charlemagne buildling Aix Cathedral. Image taken from f. 151 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal Collection, cons... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 151v
Miniature of Charlemagne's bridge over the Rhine being burnt, and Charlemagne giving orders to a bishop. Image taken from f. 151v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscr... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 133
Miniature of Charlemagne killing surrendered Saxons. Image taken from f. 133 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal Collection, c... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 133v
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne defeating Saxons. Image taken from f. 133v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal Collection... More
Saracens from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 155
Miniature of Saracens sacking Jerusalem, the Patriarch of Jerusalem beofre Constantine, and Constantine sending envoys to Charlemagne. Image taken from f. 155 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in ... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 133v
Miniature of Charlemagne defeating Saxons, with an illuminated initial 'Q'(uant). Image taken from f. 133v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also kn... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 137
Miniature of Charlemagne dividing his army into two; Charlemagne taking two castles. Image taken from f. 137 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also ... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 189
Miniature of the meeting of two kings, and Charlemagne leaving Louis with the Queen. Image taken from f. 189 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also ... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 134v
Miniature of Charlemagne at Mass, and defeating the Bretons. Image taken from f. 134v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal Coll... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 158v
Miniature of Charlemagne taking counsel, at the beginning of chapter 7 of 'Charlemagne' book 3. Image taken from f. 158v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Colle... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 151
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne building Aix cathedral. Image taken from f. 151 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal Colle... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 175v
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne granting privileges to Compostella, and Charlemagne worshipping at the tomb of James. Image taken from f. 175v of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. Th... More
Death of Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 194
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne on his deathbed; Theodulph and Louis the Pious receiving the news; Theodulph meeting Louis the Pious, at the beginning of chapter 7 of 'Louis the Pious' book 1. Image taken ... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 165
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne's visions of the Milky Way and James. Image taken from f. 165 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as t... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 160
Miniature of the wood of the cross being divided for Charlemagne. Image taken from f. 160 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal ... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 183
Detail of a miniature of Charlemagne in council, and Charlemagne honouring St Denis. Image taken from f. 183 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also ... More
Charlemagne from BL Royal 16 G VI, f. 125
Miniature of Charlemagne defeating the Duke of Aquitaine. Image taken from f. 125 of Chroniques de France ou de St Denis. Written in French. The BL Royal Manuscript Collection, also known as the Royal Collecti... More