Count Of Toulouse Collection

Louis-Alexandre de Bourbon, Count of Toulouse, 1678-1737. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de
FLO4571954 Louis-Alexandre de Bourbon, Count of Toulouse, 1678-1737. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio X 68 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul

Alfons I, Count of Toulouse, takes the Cross from the hand of Bernard of Clairvaux, vowing to join the Second Crusade
5233536 Alfons I, Count of Toulouse, takes the Cross from the hand of Bernard of Clairvaux, vowing to join the Second Crusade, 1147 (engraving) by Cochin

Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse, humbling himself at the Church of St Gilles in order to have his excommunication lifted
5233531 Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse, humbling himself at the Church of St Gilles in order to have his excommunication lifted, 1209 (engraving) by Cochin

Raymond VII, Count of Toulouse, repudiating his wife, Sancha of Aragon, 1230 (engraving)
5233527 Raymond VII, Count of Toulouse, repudiating his wife, Sancha of Aragon, 1230 (engraving) by Cochin, Charles Nicolas II (1715-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raymond VII)

Homage to King Philip II (1165-1223) from Simon de Montfort (c
ARH176883 Homage to King Philip II (1165-1223) from Simon de Montfort (c.1160-1218) for the territories confiscated from Raymond VI (1197-1249) c.1216 (vellum) by French School

Partition of Provence between the Counts of Toulouse and Barcelona, 1125 (engraving)
5233535 Partition of Provence between the Counts of Toulouse and Barcelona, 1125 (engraving) by Cochin, Charles Nicolas II (1715-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Arrival of Bertrand, Count of Toulouse, at the port of Antioch, to take up his rule of the County of Tripoli
5233534 Arrival of Bertrand, Count of Toulouse, at the port of Antioch, to take up his rule of the County of Tripoli, 1109 (engraving) by Cochin

The Hungarian army put to flight by Raymond Pons, Count of Toulouse, 924 (engraving)
5233539 The Hungarian army put to flight by Raymond Pons, Count of Toulouse, 924 (engraving) by Cochin, Charles Nicolas II (1715-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Death of Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse, 1222 (engraving)
5233528 Death of Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse, 1222 (engraving) by Cochin, Charles Nicolas II (1715-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse)

Penance of Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse
Vintage engraving of Penance of Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse

Raymond VII receives absolution, (c1296). The presentation of the expiatory ceremony which accompanies the Treaty of Paris, in the presence of Louis IX

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"The Count of Toulouse: A Tale of Power, Faith, and Redemption" In the year 1147, Alfons I, Count of Toulouse, made a solemn vow to join the Second Crusade. With unwavering determination, he took the Cross from Bernard of Clairvaux's hand, ready to embark on a journey that would test his courage and faith. Fast forward to 1209 when Raymond VI, another prominent figure in Toulouse's history, found himself humbling before the Church of St Gilles. His excommunication weighed heavily upon him as he sought redemption and forgiveness for his past actions. Raymond VII followed suit in 1230 by repudiating his wife Sancha of Aragon. This bold move showcased his strength as he navigated through complex political alliances while asserting his authority over the County. The Counts' influence extended beyond their personal lives. Simon de Montfort paid homage to King Philip II in an act that solidified their allegiance during turbulent times. The partitioning of Provence between the Counts of Toulouse and Barcelona further shaped their territories and cemented their positions as regional powers. Bertrand arrived at Antioch's port in 1109 to assume rule over Tripoli County—an event that marked a significant turning point for both him and Toulouse itself. Meanwhile, Raymond Pons led a victorious campaign against the Hungarian army in 924—a testament to Toulouse's military prowess throughout history. Tragedy struck with Raymond VI's death in 1222—his passing leaving behind an enduring legacy filled with triumphs and challenges alike. Yet even amidst turmoil and strife, there were moments of penance where these noble counts sought absolution for their sins. From Monk Pierre De Castelnau reproaching Count Raymond VI to Raymond VII receiving absolution years later—their spiritual journeys intertwined with their roles as rulers exemplify the complexities they faced within themselves and society.