1290 Collection (#2)

Initial D Youth Handing Crown David Bute Master
Initial D: A Youth Handing a Crown to David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial E Christ Crowning David Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial E: Christ Crowning David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Absalom Hanging Tree Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: Absalom Hanging from a Tree; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Decorated Initial M Bologna Emilia-Romagna Italy
Decorated Initial M; Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 37.5 x 24.8 cm (14 3, 4 x 9 3, 4 in.)

Initial H Saint Jerome Bologna Emilia-Romagna
Initial H: Saint Jerome; Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 37.5 x 24.8 cm (14 3, 4 x 9 3, 4 in.)

Decorated Text Page Bologna Emilia-Romagna Italy
Decorated Text Page; Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 37.5 x 24.8 cm (14 3, 4 x 9 3, 4 in.)

Decorated Initial T Bologna Emilia-Romagna Italy
Decorated Initial T; Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 37.5 x 24.8 cm (14 3, 4 x 9 3, 4 in.)

King Seti I in front of the God Osiris. Fragment of a pillar. Limestone. New Kingdom. 19th Dynasty. 1290 BC. Grave of Seti I. West Thebes. Valley of the Kings. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Sculpture of Ramesses II and God Ptah. Egypt
Sculpture of Pharaoh Ramesses II and the God Ptah. Granite. From Temple of Ptah, Memphis. Reign of Ramesses II. C. 1290-1224 BC. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

HERRERA, Antonio de (1559-1625). General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies. 1601 - 1615

KING ARTHUR. Top: Prince Arthur drawing the sword out of the stone. Bottom: Arther presenting the sword on the altar as on offering during his coronation. French manuscript illumination, c1290

Searchlights
1940: Anti-aircraft searchlights scanning the sky for enemy aircraft. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Egypt. Relief with traces of polychromy depicting Riy with h
Relief with traces of polychromy depicting Riy with his wife Maya and some priests at a table of offerings. Dynasties 18-19. New Kingdom. C.1320-1290 BC. Limestone. Memphis. Saqqara. Neues Museum

Statue on diorite. Treasury of Sethi I
Treasury of Pharaoh Sethi I. Diorite. Reign of Ramses II, 1290-1224 BC. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

Statue-cube on diorite. Treasury of Sethi I
Treasury of Pharaoh Sethi I. Statue-cube. Diorite. Reign of Ramses II, 1290-1224 BC. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

Shabti of King Sety I
Shabti figure of King Sety I. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Around 1290 BC. Valley of the Kings, Egypt. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Tomb of Pashed Egyptian mural painting
Tomb of Pashed. 1306 -1290 BC. EGYPT. Dayr al-Bahri. Valley of the Artisans. The Eye of Horus (Wedjat), Egyptian symbol of protection and royal power from deities. Egyptian art. New Kingdom. Painting

Attributed to Cimabue, Italian (mentioned 1272-active 1302), Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist and Saint Peter, probably c. 1290, tempera on panel

The Deposition and the Entombment, Anonymous, c. 1290

Initial Q: A Priest Stabbed by a Soldier; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial D: David Pointing to His Mouth; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial D: The Anointing of David; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial S: The Lord Appearing to David in the Water; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial P: Saint Paul, Initial P: A Bishop Giving a Letter to a Messenger; Unknown; Bologna, Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Europe; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf

Initial P: Saint Paul Giving a Letter to a Bishop; Unknown; Bologna, Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Europe; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf

Initial P: Saint Paul Giving a Letter to a Messenger; Unknown; Bologna, Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Europe; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf

Initial E: A Priest Celebrating Mass; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain, Europe; about 1290 - 1310; Tempera colors, gold leaf

Initial N: King James I of Aragon Overseeing a Court of Law; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain

Initial N: Vidal de Canellas Offering His Text to King James; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain

Initial E: An Equestrian Duel Between a Creditor and a Debtor; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain

Initial Q: A Judge Pointing to Two Men with a Ram; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain, Europe; about 1290 - 1310; Tempera colors

Initial D: Three Men before a Judge; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain, Europe; about 1290 - 1310; Tempera colors, gold leaf

Initial S: A Woman Leaving Her Husbands House; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain, Europe; about 1290 - 1310; Tempera colors

Initial A: Two Men before a King and A Man Speaking to a Family; Unknown, Michael Lupi de Candiu, Spanish, active Pamplona, Spain 1297 - 1305; Spain, Northeastern Spain

Initial E: David Playing the Harp; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial M: Davids Theft of the Spear and Chalice; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial H: Saint Jerome; Unknown; Bologna, Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Europe; about 1280 - 1290; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 37.5 x 24.8 cm (14 3/4 x 9 3/4 in.)

Madonna and Child; Master of St. Cecilia, Italian, active about 1290 - 1320; 1290 - 1295; Tempera and gold leaf on panel; Panel (with engaged frame): 105.4 x 79.4 x 7 cm (41 1/2 x 31 1/4 x 2 3/4 in.)

KING ARTHUR. King Arthur in battle. French manuscript illumination, c1290

FOOL, c1290. Fool with club and bread: manuscript illumination from an English psalter, c1290

PEASANT AND SNAIL, c1290. Man frightened by a snail: English manuscript illumination, c1290

Paris Chic
circa 1958: Two women in Paris with their straw hats hanging down their backs. (Photo by Erich Auerbach/Getty Images)

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In the year 1290, history was being made in various parts of the world. Eleanor of Castile, a prominent figure during that time, left her mark on London with the iconic Cheapside Cross. This beautiful structure, known as an Eleanor Cross, served as a memorial for Queen Eleanor and became a symbol of love and devotion. Meanwhile, across continents in Egypt, incredible works of art were being created. The Tomb of Sennedjem showcased stunning mural paintings depicting scenes from ancient Egyptian life. Another remarkable piece was the fragment of a pillar featuring King Seti I standing before the God Osiris - a testament to their rich mythology and belief system. Moving towards Asia, Peking (now Beijing) offered glimpses into its past through lithographic prints from around 1290. These captivating images allowed viewers to compare how Peking looked then versus how it appeared at that time. Back in Europe, technological advancements were taking place with inventions like Aveling and Showmans Convertible Tractor Emma KE 1290 revolutionizing agricultural practices. This innovation paved the way for increased efficiency in farming methods. Amidst all these developments, Ely House stood tall as an architectural marvel in England. Its grandeur reflected the wealth and power held by those who resided within its walls during this period. Lastly but certainly not least significant is an exquisite miniature found within the Codex of Metz dating back to 1290 - showcasing an investiture ceremony where knights received their prestigious titles. This detailed artwork provides us with insights into medieval chivalry and honor codes upheld during that era. From monumental structures to artistic masterpieces spanning different cultures and continents.