Anjou Collection (page 7)

Life of Saint Mauro. 12th c. Saint Mauro hits Gaidulfo, count of Anjou, because he chases Moors. Romanesque art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Troyes. Biblioth豵 e Municipale (Municipal Library)

BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c. ). The Dragon Fighting
" BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The Dragon Fighting with the Servants of God. 1375-1382. Piece no. 39 from " The Apocalypse of Angers", commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou

BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c. ). The Seventh Trumpet
BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The Seventh Trumpet: announce of Victory. 1375-1382. 34th scene of the Angers Apocalyse Tapestry, commissioned by the Duke Louis of Anjou. Gothic art. Tapestry. FRANCE

BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c. ). The Whore Riding
" BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The Whore Riding the Beast. 1375-1382. Piece no. 65 from " The Apocalypse of Angers", commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou. Gothic art. Tapestry

BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c. ). The Judges. 1375-1382
" BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The Judges. 1375-1382. Tapestry from the series " Apocalypse of Angers", commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou. Gothic art. Tapestry. FRANCE. Angers

BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c. ). Old Men Kneeling
BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). Old Men Kneeling. 1375-1382. 5th scene of the Angers Apocalyse Tapestry, commissioned by the Duke Louis of Anjou. Gothic art. Tapestry. FRANCE. Angers. Angers Castle

BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c. ). The Fourth Trumpet
" BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The Fourth Trumpet and the Eagle of Woe. 1375-1382. Piece no. 23 from " The Apocalypse of Angers", commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou. Gothic art

Crusades. Charles II of Anjou fighting. Engraving

Kitchen chimneys, Fontevraud Abbey (Fontevraud-l Abbaye), Loire Valley, Anjou, France, Europe

Nave of Abbey Church with effigies of Plantagenet monarchs, Fontevraud Abbey (Fontevraud-l Abbaye), Loire Valley, Anjou, France, Europe

Chateau d Angers, Angers, Loire Valley, Pays-de-la-Loire, France, Europe

HENRY III (1551-1589). Duke of Anjou and king of France. Henry departing to become King of Poland, 1573. Contemporary engraving

Henryk Travels
Henri duc d Anjou, later Henri III of France, is elected Henryk king of Poland : he is so reluctant, the journey from Paris to Krakow takes him five months. He reigns only 1 year. Date: May 1573

PROY2A-00107
Richard Is farewell to the Holy Land after the Third Crusade, 1192. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PROY2A-00178
John Lackland, King of England, who endorsed the Magna Carta in 1215. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

Council of Charles VI
Twelve-year old Charles VI holds a council at Amiens, assisted by his guardians the ducs of Bourbon, Anjou, Berry and Bourgogne

Matilda of Germany
MATILDA, DAUGHTER OF HENRY I OF ENGLAND m. (i) Heinrich V, Holy Roman Emperor, (ii) Geoffrey of Anjou; invaded England, captured Stephen, but ejected

Henri III (Thevet)
HENRI III King of France (1574-89) Duke of Anjou

Henry VI Weds Marguerite
HENRY VI King of England marries Marguerite of Anjou

La Corroierie near Montresor, Anjou, Loire, Centre, France, Europe

Quai des Carmes on River Maine, Angers, Anjou, Pays de la Loire, France, Europe

Formal gardens and walls of the Chateau d Angers at Angers in the Pays de la Loire, France, Europe

Carved capital, one of 223 capitals of beasts, demons and religious motifs in Cunault, Anjou, Pays de la Loire, France, Europe

Interior of 12th century Romanesque church, the longest in France without a transept, at Cunault in Anjou, Pays de la Loire, France, Europe

Charles I / Jacquand
CHARLES I (CHARLES D ANJOU) Italian King of Naples and Count of Anjou, brother of Louis IX of France, ruler of Sicily

Warwick Submits / Doyle
Warwick submits to Margaret of Anjou, the wife of Henry VI

Henry & Stephen Confer
Stephen agrees truce with Henry of Anjou at Crowmarsh

DE VERMANDOIS(914-934)
ADELE DE VERMANDOIS Wife of Geoffrey I, Count of Anjou

Geoffrey of Anjou
GEOFFREY PLANTAGENET, COUNT OF ANJOU Father of Henry II of England, and founder with his wife, Matilda, daughter of Henry I, of royal house of Plantagenet

Margaret of Anjou 1450
MARGARET OF ANJOU Queen of Henry VI of England, daughter of Rene, duc d Anjou. Accompanied by ladies of the court. Tapestry in St Marys Hall Coventry

Anjou Elected K Poland
The Polish ambassador comes to Paris to tell the duc d Anjou that he has been elected king Henryk of Poland : he will also be Henri III of France

Margaret of Anjou / Talbot
MARGARET OF ANJOU The Earl of Shrewsbury, John Talbot, presenting his book to Queen Margaret

CHARLES I Italian King of Naples and Count of Anjou

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"Anjou: A Tale of Power, Intrigue, and Resilience" Step into the captivating world of Anjou, a region that witnessed the rise and fall of mighty dynasties. From its roots as the Angevin kings' stronghold in both France and Britain to its influential figures like Margaret of Anjou, this land holds tales that have shaped history. Geoffrey Plantagenet, Count of Anjou, laid the foundation for an empire that spanned two nations. His descendants would go on to become legendary rulers such as Henry II and Richard the Lionheart. The map of England and France in 1154 reveals their vast dominion. One notable figure from Anjou's rich tapestry is Margaret of Anjou. As Queen Consort to King Henry VI, she wielded immense power during a tumultuous era known as the Wars of the Roses. Her resilience shines through even today in portrayals like Margaret of Anjou/Shaw or Queen Margaret placing a paper crown on the Duke of York's head. Marie added another layer to this fascinating narrative by becoming Queen Consort to King Charles VII of France. Her influence extended beyond borders as she navigated political complexities with grace. Artistic representations bring these stories alive; Geoffrey V's tomb effigy at Le Mans Cathedral showcases his regal presence while "New Worshiping Of The Beast" from Apocalypse d'Angers depicts Angers' artistic prowess. Intriguing anecdotes also emerge amidst historical events - imagine Margaret asking a robber for mercy or witnessing King Henry VI marrying her against all odds. Anjou stands tall as a testament to resilience amid shifting tides - it has witnessed empires rise and crumble but remains etched in our collective memory forever.