Danes Collection

Uffington White Horse
The famous White Horse of Uffington, Berkshire, probably the oldest example of such a figure, believed to ascribe the victory of Alfred over the Danes in 871 AD

Battle of Brunanburh during the Viking invasions of England
Battle of Brunanburh between the Anglo-Saxon King Aethelstan and an alliance of Olaf Guthfrithson and others, during the Viking invasions of England

Viking Ship Figurehead
The figurehead of the Viking longship Hugin at Pegwell Bay, Kent, England. It is a replica of a vessel by the Danes to invade Britain

Westbury White Horse
On the Downs at Westbury, Wilts is this Great White Horse commemorating the defeat of the Danes by Alfred at the Battle of Ethandune in 878

Picture No. 11772131
Dog Great Dane with a kitten Date:

Viking on British Shore
A formidable Viking warrior stands on a British shore, with a longship behind him

St Clement Danes Church, London early 1900s

View from the Citadel Ramparts in Copenhagen by Moonlight, 1839. Creator: Martinus Rorbye
View from the Citadel Ramparts in Copenhagen by Moonlight, 1839

Roman bridge over the River Rhine, Germany. Built by Julius Caesar and his legions using timber pilings and beams during the Gallic War. Ponte gettato sul Reno

Beating the Bounds Boats
ENGLAND - BEATING THE BOUNDS Choirboys and dignitaries sailing down the Thames in rowing boats, en route to St. Clement Danes for the beating the parish boundaries ceremony Date: early 1930s

Danish warship

Battle of Svolder / Norway
The Battle of Svolder - the Danes defeated the Norwegians

Alfred in Danes Camp
Alfred the Great disguises himself as a wandering musician and plays the harp in the camp of the Danes while gathering information about their military strength

Anglo Saxon flag 53, swords 54,55, slingshot 56, magisterial staffs 57,58, 74, lances 59-63, daggers 64,65
FLO4702291 Anglo Saxon flag 53, swords 54,55, slingshot 56, magisterial staffs 57,58, 74, lances 59-63, daggers 64,65, double headed axe of the Danes called a Bipennis 66, Danish axes 67,68

Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred, hiding from Danes in cowherd's
530981 Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred, hiding from Danes in cowherd's (neatherd's) cottage on Isle of Athelney, Somerset

The Prince and Princess of Wales at Thorwaldsen's Museum, Copenhagen, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Prince and Princess of Wales at Thorwaldsen's Museum, Copenhagen, 1864. The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra inspecting '...the works of the great Danish sculptor

The War in Schleswig: the Battle of Over-Selk - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: the Battle of Over-Selk - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. The Battle of Konigshugel, also known as the Battle of Ober-Selk

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: Kongens-Nytorf, at Copenhagen, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: scene in the square of Kongens-Nytorf, at Copenhagen, 1864. 'The townspeople of Copenhagen were gratified with a sight of his Royal Highness

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: concert at Christiansborg Palace..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: concert at Christiansborg Palace at Copenhagen, 1864. The future King Edward VII

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: arrival at the Castle of Bernstorf, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Denmark: arrival at the Castle of Bernstorf, 1864. The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in Scandinavia

Reopening of the Chapel in the Royal Palace of Frederiksborg, Denmark, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Reopening of the Chapel in the Royal Palace of Frederiksborg, Denmark, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by M. Simon Simonsen, showing '...the moment when the Bishop of Zeeland, before the altar

The War in Denmark: Prussian troops leaving Altona for Schleswig...at the railway station, 1864
The War in Denmark: Prussian troops leaving Altona for Schleswig - the officers taking a hasty meal at the railway station, from a sketch by our special artist, 1864

The seat of war in Denmark, 1864. Creator: John Dower
The seat of war in Denmark, 1864. The Second Schleswig War was the second military conflict over the Schleswig-Holstein Question of the nineteenth century

The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty: General de Meza, Commander-In-Chief of the Danish Army..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty: General de Meza, Commander-In-Chief of the Danish Army at the Dannewerk Position, 1864

Ulrika Eleonora d ä, Queen of Sweden, 1682. Creator: Pierre Signac
Ulrika Eleonora d a, Queen of Sweden, 1682

View of a Shore with the Artist's Wagon and Tent at Enö, 1913. Creator: Laurits Andersen Ring
View of a Shore with the Artist's Wagon and Tent at Eno, 1913

Company in evening lighting, 1886. Creator: Laurits Andersen Ring
Company in evening lighting, 1886

Venus and Adonis. Creator: Jurgen Ovens
Venus and Adonis

The Tree. Creator: Julius Paulsen
The Tree, Unknown date

Portrait of Ms Gad, born Tvermoes, c1860. Creator: Jorgen Pedersen Roed
Portrait of Ms Gad, born Tvermoes, c1860

Portrait of Colonel von Darcheus, 1834. Creator: Jorgen Pedersen Roed
Portrait of Colonel von Darcheus, 1834

The Battle of Lund. Second clash, mid-17th-early 18th century. Creator: Johann Philip Lemke
The Battle of Lund. Second clash, mid-17th-early 18th century

Summer night at Tönning, 1893. Creator: Johan Rohde
Summer night at Tonning, 1893

The Path, 1896. Creator: Janus Andreas Bartholin la Cour
The Path, 1896

The First Flower of Spring. Portrait of Ole Kruse, 1902. Creator: Ivar Arosenius
The First Flower of Spring. Portrait of Ole Kruse, 1902

Princess Sophie Hedvig of Danmark (1677-1753), c1710s. Creator: Georg Saleman
Princess Sophie Hedvig of Danmark (1677-1753), c1710s

Portraits of the artist's father, wife, son and foster son, 1830s. Creator: Emil Baerentzen
Portraits of the artist's father, wife, son and foster son, 1830s

St Peter Repentant, 1624-1670. Creator: Karel van Mander III
St Peter Repentant, 1624-1670. (During the Last Supper, Jesus predicted that Peter would disown him before the rooster crowed the next morning)

Admiral of the Realm Ove Gjedde, 1624-1670. Creator: Karel van Mander III
Admiral of the Realm Ove Gjedde, 1624-1670

An old woman. Allegory of hearing, 1624-1670. Creator: Karel van Mander III
An old woman. Allegory of hearing, 1624-1670

Moonlight landscape with the Good Samaritan, 1623-1626. Creator: Moses van Wtenbrouck
Moonlight landscape with the Good Samaritan, 1623-1626

Mercury and Proserpina, 1623-1648. Creator: Willem de Poorter
Mercury and Proserpina, 1623-1648

The Banquet of Herod. Salome Presents the Head of John the Baptist, 1623-1626. Creator: Frans Francken II
The Banquet of Herod. Salome Presents the Head of John the Baptist, 1623-1626

Square in front of a Renaissance Church (Saint Peter's Basilica, Rome), 1623

Portrait of a 22-Year-Old Woman, 1622. Creators: Cornelis van de Voort, Pieter Miereveld
Portrait of a 22-Year-Old Woman, 1622

Interior with Backgammon Players at Table, 1622-1630. Creators: Bartholomeus van Bassen, Esaias van de Velde
Sumptuous Renaissance Interior with Tric-Trac Players; Interior with Backgammon Players at Table, 1622-1630

Young men falling from a bridge, allegory, 1622. Creator: Reinhold Timm
Young men falling from a bridge, allegory, 1622

Portrait of Jean Labadie, 1622-1678. Creator: Anna Maria van Schurman
Portrait of Jean Labadie, 1622-1678

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"Danes: A Historical Journey through Time and Triumphs" Step into the world of Danes, a captivating tale that weaves together ancient civilizations, fierce battles, and enduring legacies. From the iconic Uffington White Horse to the Battle of Brunanburh during the Viking invasions of England, these hints offer glimpses into the rich tapestry of Danish history. Immerse yourself in awe as you witness the Westbury White Horse majestically overlooking its surroundings, a testament to both craftsmanship and cultural significance. Marvel at the intricate Viking Ship Figurehead that once adorned mighty vessels sailing across treacherous seas. Picture No. 11772131 captures a poignant moment in time - a Viking on British shores, standing proud amidst turbulent waves as he contemplates his next conquest. Meanwhile, an ancient Roman bridge over Germany's River Rhine stands strong as a symbol of resilience and engineering brilliance. The Uffington White Horse reappears on this journey through time, reminding us of its enigmatic origins shrouded in mystery yet etched onto Britain's landscape for centuries. Beating the Bounds Boats take us back to communal traditions where boundaries were marked with joyous boat processions along rivers. A Danish warship emerges from our historical narrative - an embodiment of power and naval prowess that struck fear into hearts across Europe's waters. The Battle of Svolder in Norway echoes tales of valor and sacrifice as warriors clashed amidst tumultuous tides. Lastly, Alfred finds himself within Danes Camp - his strategic stronghold against invaders who sought to claim his kingdom. Here lies evidence not only of military genius but also cultural exchange between Danes and Anglo-Saxons during this pivotal era. Embark on this extraordinary journey through time alongside Danes; let their stories unfold before your eyes like pages from an epic saga carved upon history's annals. Discover how their legacy has shaped nations far beyond their own borders, leaving an indelible mark on the tapestry of human civilization.