Twelfth Collection

The Twelfth of July in Portadown (1928). Lavery, Sir John 1856-1941. Date: 1928

British Military Recruitment Poster - Inter-war period
Recruitment poster printed by Gale and Polden Limited, 1920. Associated with the 12th Lancers (Prince of Wales s). Wanted, smart and intelligent young men to join this distinguished regiment

Copy made in Cairo in 1456 of the world map prepared by the Arab geographer Muhammad al-Idrisi (1100-1165) for Roger II (1095-1154) King of Sicily from 1130. In this map, North is at the bottom

Wassailing Apple Trees
In Devon and Somerset, apple growers wassail orchards on 17 January, with songs and a bucket of hot cider; a tree is lightly sprinkled, then the wassailers drink the rest

The Battle of the Standard, aka the Battle of Northallerton, 22 August 1138, Cowton
KW1219746 The Battle of the Standard, aka the Battle of Northallerton, 22 August 1138, Cowton Moor near Northallerton, Yorkshire, England

The Death Of Simon De Montfort After Being Struck On The Head By A Stone At The Siege Of Toulouse. Simon Iv De Montfort, Seigneur De Montfort-L amaury, 5Th Earl Of Leicester, 1160 To1218

Twelfth Night, Act II Scene iv, by William Heath Robinson
Scene from the Shakespeare comedy, Twelfth Night, Act II Scene iv, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Showing a banquet at Orsinos house, with the clown Feste singing a sad love song

Fashion for the Moors by Gordon Conway
Suggestion for a slimline country tweed suit, perfect for striding stylishly over moorland on the Glorious Twelfth. Date: c.1930

Scene from Shakespeares Twelfth Night
A scene from Shakespeares comedy, Twelfth Night, in which Sir Toby Belch encourages the reluctant duellists, Sir Andrew Aguecheek and the page Cesario (Viola disguised)

Here With A Little Bread Beneath The Bough, A Flask Of Wine, A Book Of Verse - And Thou Beside Me Singing In The Wilderness Oh, Wilderness Were Paradise Enow

Cartoon, January, Twelfth Night, Drawing Characters -- part of a series of Christmas and New Year cartoons. circa 1840s

Twelfth Nights / Speare
Viola and Olivia

12th Night / 1864 Perform
Performed in the course of the 1864 Shakespeare Festival at Stratford-on-Avon

The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century
529131 The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century, of the Yucatecan Maya in Chichen Itza; Universal History Archive/UIG.

A knight in armour worn during the 12th century. From A First Book of British History published 1925
3058510 A knight in armour worn during the 12th century. From A First Book of British History published 1925.; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century
529132 The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century, of the Yucatecan Maya in Chichen Itza; Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century
529133 The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century, of the Yucatecan Maya in Chichen Itza; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Bertrand in the presence of Richard AD 1199, 1901 (litho)
1219751 Bertrand in the presence of Richard AD 1199, 1901 (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertrand de Gourdon aka Pierre (or Peter) Basile, John Sabroz and Dudo

The great frontier fortress at Semneh or Semna, Nubia, Egypt erected by Khakaure Senusret III
3033756 The great frontier fortress at Semneh or Semna, Nubia, Egypt erected by Khakaure Senusret III, aka Senwosret III or Sesostris III

Map showing the French dominions of Henry II King of england (print)
1000965 Map showing the French dominions of Henry II King of england (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Illustrated Easy Stories from English History.).

Map of Spain in the middle ages during the Muslim occupation
3253078 Map of Spain in the middle ages during the Muslim occupation; (add.info.: Map of Spain in the middle ages during the Muslim occupation. From Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, published c. 1900).

Twelfth Key of Basil Valentine, illustrating that Philosophers' Stone must be combined with gold to produce new
533519 Twelfth Key of Basil Valentine, illustrating that Philosophers' Stone must be combined with gold to produce new gold

A twelfth to thirteenth century King's Ship. From The Romance of the Merchant Ship, published 1931
3058536 A twelfth to thirteenth century King's Ship. From The Romance of the Merchant Ship, published 1931.; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Rodrigo Jimenez or Ximenez de Rada,aka Archbishop Don Roderic of Toledo, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles
3473146 Rodrigo Jimenez or Ximenez de Rada,aka Archbishop Don Roderic of Toledo, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub

The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century
529134 The Dresden Codex (Codex Dresdensis) Pre-Columbian Mayan book of the 11th or 12th century, of the Yucatecan Maya in Chichen Itza; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Giralda
3789916 Giralda; (add.info.: Giralda, Seville, Spain. Former minaret converted into a bell tower for the Cathedral of Seville. After the engraving by E.Finden, after the drawing by J.F Lewis)

King John
3789735 King John; (add.info.: John, King of England, portrait. Reigned from 1199 until 1216. 24 December 1166 - 18/19 October 1216)

Richard I
3789732 Richard I; (add.info.: Richard I or Richard the Lionheart, portrait. King of England from 1189 until his death. 8 September 1157 - 6 April 1199)

Henry II
3789730 Henry II; (add.info.: Henry II, King of England 1154-89, portrait. 5 March 1133 - 6 July 1189. History of England, Vol.1 Hume & Smollet, George Virtue: London)

Henry I
3789725 Henry I; (add.info.: Henry I, King of England from 1100 to 1135, portrait. 1068 - 1 December 1135. History of England, Vol.1 Hume & Smollet, George Virtue: London)

Stephen I
3790410 Stephen I; (add.info.: Stephen I or Stephen of Blois, portrait. King of England from 1135 to his death. 1092/6 - 25 October 1154)

Stephen I
3789729 Stephen I; (add.info.: Stephen I or Stephen of Blois, portrait. King of England from 1135 to his death. 1092/6 - 25 October 1154)

Henry I
3790409 Henry I; (add.info.: Henry I, King of England from 1100 to 1135, portrait. 1068 - 1 December 1135. History of England, Vol.1 Hume & Smollet, George Virtue: London)

King John
3790417 King John; (add.info.: John, King of England, portrait. Reigned from 1199 until 1216. 24 December 1166 - 18/19 October 1216)

Richard I
3789731 Richard I; (add.info.: Richard I or Richard the Lionheart, portrait. King of England from 1189 until his death. 8 September 1157 - 6 April 1199)

Richard I
3790418 Richard I; (add.info.: Richard I or Richard the Lionheart, portrait. King of England from 1189 until his death. 8 September 1157 - 6 April 1199)

The Battle of the Standard
3782950 The Battle of the Standard by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); (add.info.: The Battle of the Standard, sometimes called the Battle of Northallerton)

Woman weaving, A.D 1130 - 1174
3787264 Woman weaving, A.D 1130 - 1174; (add.info.: Woman weaving, A.D 1130 - 1174. England. (19th century reproduction illustration). A Short History of the English People by J.R.Green. Volume 1

King John
3790386 King John; (add.info.: John, King of England, portrait. Reigned from 1199 until 1216. 24 December 1166 - 18/19 October 1216)

Richard I
3790391 Richard I; (add.info.: Richard I or Richard the Lionheart, portrait. King of England from 1189 until his death. 8 September 1157 - 6 April 1199)

Labouring colons, 12th century, illustration
3781877 Labouring colons, 12th century, illustration; (add.info.: Labouring colons, 12th century Manners, Customs, & Dress during the Middle Ages and during the Renaissance Period by Paul Lacroix, p)

A pagan belief, that holly was a symbol of fertility and eternal life, this took place on the Twelfth Night, burning holly tree branch was carried through the village, followed by a brass band

The Ornate Priors Door at Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambridgeshire. A twelfth-century carved door way connected the Cathedral to the medieval cloister

The St. Louis Mart Building, St. Louis, Mo. USA
Originally constructed in the early 1930s, the Art Deco brick and terracotta building The St. Louis Mart (now the Robert Young Federal Building), located at Twelfth Boulevard and Spruce Street

Ann Maria Tree, actress, as Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth N
Ann Maria Tree (1801-1862), English actress and singer, as Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night Date: circa 1820s

Fred Terry and his daughter Phillida Terson
Fred Terry (1863-1933) was an English actor and theatrical manager. Here he is seen with his daughter Phyllis Neilson-Terry (1892-1977) who was then performing under the name of Phillida Terson

Costumes designed by James Bailey for an Old Vic production of "Twelfth Night". Olivia's dress is painted nylon gauze. Date: 1954

Herbert Beerbohm Tree, actor, as Malvolio
Herbert Beerbohm Tree, English actor and theatre manager, as Malvolio in Shakespeare's comedy Twelfth Night. Date: 1907

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Twelfth: From Historical Battles to Shakespearean Comedy" Step into the fascinating world of "Twelfth, " a term that encompasses various events, traditions, and cultural references. One notable occurrence is "The Twelfth of July in Portadown, " a significant day for Orange Order parades in Northern Ireland. This annual celebration holds deep historical and cultural significance. Delving further back in time, we encounter an ancient map created by Muhammad al-Idrisi in Cairo during 1456. This masterpiece showcases the Arab geographer's intricate knowledge of the world at that time. Moving forward to more recent history, a British Military Recruitment Poster from the inter-war period catches our attention. It serves as a reminder of how societies mobilized their forces during times of conflict. Shifting gears towards folklore and customs, we encounter "Wassailing Apple Trees. " This age-old tradition involves singing and toasting apple trees to ensure bountiful harvests—a charming ritual passed down through generations. Stepping even further back into history, we stumble upon "The Battle of the Standard" or "Battle of Northallerton. " Fought on August 22nd, 1138, this clash between English and Scottish forces left its mark on Cowton forever. Taking center stage within literature is William Shakespeare's renowned play "Twelfth Night. " Act II Scene iv captivates audiences with its comedic brilliance brought to life by William Heath Robinson's illustrations. Intriguingly titled "Fashion for the Moors, " Gordon Conway captures an era where style transcended borders. Reflecting on fashion trends throughout history reminds us how cultures influence each other across continents. Continuing our exploration within Shakespeare's realm, another scene from his beloved comedy "Twelfth Night" unfolds before our eyes—an enchanting tale filled with mistaken identities and love triangles galore. Adding humor into this mix is a delightful cartoon depicting the characters of "Twelfth Night" celebrating January's Twelfth Night.