Decree Collection

Coleridge - Kubla Khan
Kubla Khan A Vison in a dream.. - In Xanadu did Kubla Khan a stately pleasure-dome decree: where Alph the sacred river ran through caverns measureless to man

Money agreement. Illustration from Decretum
" Money agreement. Illustration from " Decretum Gratiani" (" Gratians Decree" ). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Laon

Scene in an English divorce court, 1780. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard
1000887 Scene in an English divorce court, 1780. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

French generals burning decrees during the Peninsular War
2910830 French generals burning decrees during the Peninsular War; (add.info.: 1813 Engraving depicting French generals burning decrees during the Peninsular War (1807-1814)

Medieval songbook with Herny IV Holy roman emperor, 14th century (manuscript)
2902591 Medieval songbook with Herny IV Holy roman emperor, 14th century (manuscript); (add.info.: Medieval songbook; The Count of Rietberg Castle had the Regensburg Burggrafenamt as an imperial fief)

Latin America Against Germany; On the same day, Mr. Wenceslao Braz, President... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Latin America Against Germany; On the same day, Mr. Wenceslao Braz, President of the Republic of Brazil, signed the decree declaring war on Germany. On the President's left, standing, Mr

The Edicts of Charles V, c1861. Creator: Jan August Hendrik Leys
The Edicts of Charles V, c1861. This scene is set in the artist's native Antwerp, identifiable because of the famous church spire in the distance

Cartoon about rent increases brought in by the Commune of Paris, 1871, (c.1871). Creator: Leo Scherer
Cartoon about rent increases brought in by the Commune of Paris, 1871, (c.1871). A bewildered and furious tenant is presented with news of rent increases

Esther reading Haman's Decree of the Extermination of the Jews, 1630-1639

Napoléon III remettant au baron Haussmann le décret d'annexion des communes...(16 février 1859)
Napoleon III remettant au baron Haussmann le decret d'annexion des communes limitrophes (16 fevrier 1859), 1865

Sketch for a painting: Etienne Marcel and the Great Ordinance of 1357, c1883

Donation of Constantine, n.d. Creator: Giulio Romano
Donation of Constantine, n.d

Tsar Nicholas II reading the Opening Decree to the Duma
Russia - Tsar Nicholas II reading the Opening Decree to the Duma, whilst standing beside the Imperial throne. Date: circa 1910s

Emperor Napoleon III and Baron Haussmann
Napoleon III handing over the decree of annexation of the suburbs of Paris to Baron Haussmann, for urban development (16 February 1859)

Elizabeth I (1533-1603) of england decrees the death of Mary
Elizabeth I (1533-1603), Queen of England and Ireland decrees the death of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots. Engraving by Thiele

Spanish Civil War Poster Edited By The Departament
spanish, civil, war, poster, edited, by, the, departament, of, agriculture, generalitat, catalonia, about, decree, on, redistribution, lands, 14th, august, vertical, upright, colour, color, mule

Satirical cartoon, Evacuation of Holland and Brabant. Showing General Charles-Francois Dumouriez retreating with the French army (in blue)

Foundation of the city of San Miguel de Ibarra in 1606 (oil on canvas)
IND388250 Foundation of the city of San Miguel de Ibarra in 1606 (oil on canvas) by Ecuadorian School, (17th Century); Salon Maximo del Ayuntamiento, Ibarra

Imperial Edict, China, 1879, Qing dynasty (1644-1911). Creator: Unknown
Imperial Edict, China, 1879, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Proclamation from President George Washington (1732-99) setting apart Thursday
AQS254855 Proclamation from President George Washington (1732-99) setting apart Thursday, 19th February as a day of Public Thanksgiving and Prayer, 1795 (newsprint) by American School

The Finding of Moses, c. 1555-75 (oil on canvas)
3614091 The Finding of Moses, c.1555-75 (oil on canvas) by Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti (1518-94); 77.5x134 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The Rosetta Stone, the key to deciphering Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs (litho)
5997142 The Rosetta Stone, the key to deciphering Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rosetta Stone)

Finding of Moses (Auffindung des Moses), c. 1920 (lithograph in black and gold)
4073461 Finding of Moses (Auffindung des Moses), c.1920 (lithograph in black and gold) by Muller or Mueller, Otto (1874-1930); National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Detail of a Firman authorising the Capuchin order of monks to travel in the east, c
CHT195231 Detail of a Firman authorising the Capuchin order of monks to travel in the east, c.1628 (vellum) (detail of 207067) by Turkish School

Zadoc Kahn installed as Chief Rabbi of France 1890
Zadoc Kahn being installed as the Chief Rabbi of France. Baron Alphonse James de Rothschild is depicted reading the decree of nomination. Date: 1890

The Proclamation Of The Holy Year, The Pontifical Cursors Carry The Papal Bull In The Three Churches Of Rome
2798177 The Proclamation Of The Holy Year, The Pontifical Cursors Carry The Papal Bull In The Three Churches Of Rome (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Kubla Khan (engraving)
2802761 Kubla Khan (engraving) by Wilson, Patten (1868-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kubla Khan. Illustration for Coleridge by Andrew Lang (Longmans, Green)

The Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV issues the Golden Bull of 1356 (engraving)
3647325 The Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV issues the Golden Bull of 1356 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ms 150 f. 61v A Judgement, from the Decrets de St. Gregoire IX (vellum)
NUL166695 Ms 150 f.61v A Judgement, from the Decrets de St. Gregoire IX (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Avranches, France; French, out of copyright

Costume design for Marshal Cantalabutte, from Sleeping Beauty, 1921 (colour litho)
STC133684 Costume design for Marshal Cantalabutte, from Sleeping Beauty, 1921 (colour litho) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Queen Catharine, of Aragon, Denies the Right of the Ecclesiastical Court to Adjudge her Cause (engraving)
727481 Queen Catharine, of Aragon, Denies the Right of the Ecclesiastical Court to Adjudge her Cause (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Catharine)

A Firman authorising the Capuchin order of monks to travel in the east, c
CHT207067 A Firman authorising the Capuchin order of monks to travel in the east, c.1628 (vellum) (see also 195231) by Turkish School

After Richelieus decree against Duelling (gravure)
671697 After Richelieus decree against Duelling (gravure) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: After Richelieus decree against Duelling)

Philip IV of France (chromolitho)
2817150 Philip IV of France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip IV of France (1268-1314) watching the public burning of a papal decree

Ms 354 fol. 9 Miniature of a bishop and king from the Decretum Gratiani
498812 Ms 354 fol.9 Miniature of a bishop and king from the Decretum Gratiani, 14th century (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Amiens

Governor Kieft makes peace with the Indians in 1646 (litho)
PNP377437 Governor Kieft makes peace with the Indians in 1646 (litho) by American School; Private Collection; (add.info.: William Kieft (1597-1647)

Firman of Muhammad Shah Qajar, dated A. H. 1250 / A. D. 1835. Creator: Unknown
Firman of Muhammad Shah Qajar, dated A.H. 1250/ A.D. 1835

FRENCH CAVALRY 1766
FRENCH A Cavalry Soldier (after the decree of 1766). Date: 1766

Additional act to the constitutions of the Empire, 22 April 1815, (1921). Creator: Unknown
Additional act to the constitutions of the Empire, 22 April 1815, (1921). Acte additionnel aux constitutions de l Empire. Document signed by Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821)

Draft decree on the form and composition of the imperial seal, 10 July 1804, (1921). Projet de decret sur la forme et la composition du sceau de l Empire

Report by the Minister of the Interior on the festival of Joan of Arc, 15 March 1803, (1921). Rapport du ministre de l interieur sur les fetes de Jeanne d Arc

Decree by Napoleon Bonaparte, 23 May 1796, (1921). Creator: Unknown
Decree by Napoleon Bonaparte, 23 May 1796, (1921). Ordre de Bonaparte, 4 prairial an IV. Minute autographe, non signee. La traduction en interligne a ete faite pour la publication de la

Decree of the Executive Directorate, 2 March 1796, (1921). Creator: Unknown
Decree of the Executive Directorate, 2 March 1796, (1921). Arrete du Directoire Executif, 12 Ventose an IV. Nomination de Bonaparte au commandement en chef de l armee d Italie

Decree of the Committee of Public Health, 26 October 1795, (1921). Creator: Unknown
Decree of the Committee of Public Health, 26 October 1795, (1921). Arrete du Comite de Salut public, 4 brumaire an IV. Nomination de Bonaparte au commandement en chef de l armee de l Interieur

Decree of the Committee for Public Health, 5 September 1795, (1921). Creator: Unknown
Decree of the Committee for Public Health, 5 September 1795, (1921). Arrete du Comite de Salut public, 19 fructidor an III. Radiation du general Buonaparte du tableau des officiers generaux employes

Edward I, (1239-1307), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Edward I, (1239-1307), 1830. Edward I (1239-1307) King of England from 1272 to 1307, spent much of his reign reforming royal administration and common law he issued the Edict of Expulsion in 1290

The Finding of Moses (oil on copper)
3087050 The Finding of Moses (oil on copper) by Breenbergh, Bartholomeus (1599-1657); 18.5x25 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm

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"Decree: The Power to Shape History" From the enchanting verses of Coleridge's "Kubla Khan" to the intricate illustrations found in the Decretum, decrees have long held a significant role in shaping our world. Whether it be a money agreement or a political proclamation, these edicts carry immense weight and influence. In Tsar Nicholas II's solemn moment, as he reads the Opening Decree to the Duma, we witness the power that lies within his words. Similarly, Emperor Napoleon III and Baron Haussmann collaborated on transformative decrees that reshaped Paris into its modern glory. However, not all they are met with celebration. Elizabeth I of England made a fateful decree that sealed Mary's tragic fate. This somber event reminds us of how these proclamations can alter lives forever. During times of conflict and upheaval like the Spanish Civil War, powerful posters edited by governmental departments served as visual decrees rallying citizens towards their cause. Satirical cartoons also used humor to critique decisions such as Holland and Brabant's evacuation. Yet amidst historical turmoil, ancient artifacts like Egypt's Stele of Herakleion-Thonis remind us that even centuries ago, societies relied on written decrees for governance. The Naucratis decree etched onto this stele in 380 BCE stands as evidence of an early legal system. One cannot discuss influential decrees without mentioning one of history's most famous artifacts – The Rosetta Stone. With its hieroglyphic scripture unlocking ancient mysteries for modern scholars, this stone represents both an enigma and a key to understanding past civilizations' laws and customs. Through triumphs and tragedies alike, from literary masterpieces to political milestones captured in art or inscribed upon stones – each decree has left an indelible mark on human history. These declarations hold immense power; they shape nations' destinies while echoing through time, reminding us of the profound impact that words can have.