Gregory Vii Collection

Submission of Henry IV. At Canossa, (1077), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Submission of Henry IV. At Canossa, (1077), 1890. Henry IV (1050-1106) King German King and Holy Roman Emperor, after being excommunicated

Whitsun, illuminated capital letter in the Episcopal Sacramentary of Elna, manuscript on parchment made, probably in the scriptorium of the Cathedral of Elna (Roussillon), c. 1275-1300

HENRY IV (1050-1106). King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor, 1056-1106. Illuminations from the 12th century chronicle of Otto of Freising showing, at top, Emperor Henry IV and his anti-pope

The Meeting of the Countess Matilda and Pope Gregory VII, c. 1640. Creator: Romanelli, Giovanni Francesco (1610-1662)
The Meeting of the Countess Matilda and Pope Gregory VII, c. 1640. Found in the collection of the Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

Henry IV before Pope Gregory VII at Canossa, c. 1565. Creator: Zuccari, Taddeo (1529-1566)
Henry IV before Pope Gregory VII at Canossa, c. 1565. Found in the collection of the Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV in the courtyard of the Castle of Canossa
3647258 The Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV in the courtyard of the Castle of Canossa, Italy disguised as a penitent to beg the forgiveness of Pope Gregory VII, 1077 (engraving) by Pletsch

The Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV begging for the forgiveness of Pope Gregory VII at Canossa Castle, Italy
3647805 The Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV begging for the forgiveness of Pope Gregory VII at Canossa Castle, Italy, 1077 (engraving) by European School

Pope Gregory VII, (1015-1085), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Pope Gregory VII, (1015-1085), 1890. Pope Gregory VII (1015-1085), was pope from 22 April 1073 to his death in 1085 and is known for his role in the Investiture Controversy

Nativity, illuminated capital letter in the Episcopal Sacramentary of Elna manuscript on parchment made??, probably in the scriptorium of the Cathedral of Elna (Roussillon), c. 1275-1300

The Three Marys at the Tomb, illuminated capital letter in the Episcopal Sacramentary of Elna, Manuscript on parchment made, probably in the scriptorium of the Cathedral of Elna (Roussillon), c

The Ascension of Jesus, illuminated capital letter from Episcopal Sacramentary of Elna. Handwritten on parchment made, probably, in the scriptorium of the Cathedral of Elna (Roussillon), c. 1275-1300

Sacramentary of Vic, manuscript on parchment dated August 31, 1038 and made, following a handwritten note at page 100, on the occasion of the consecration of the Romanesque cathedral of Vic

Sacramentary of the monastery of Ripoll, manuscript on parchment, c. 1050

Elna episcopal Sacramentary, manuscript on parchment made?? probably in the scriptorium of the Cathedral of Elna (Roussillon), c. 1275 - 1300

Drop cap C illuminated with two birds and lush floral decoration, manuscript on parchment made?? probably in the scriptorium of the Cathedral of Tortosa, c.1170 - 1190

Drop cap C illuminated with a quadruped and floral motifs in the Sacramentary of San Juan de las Abadesas manuscript on parchment made?? probably in the scriptorium of Tortosa, c 1170 - 1190

Calendar decorated with motifs of birds and humans heads in different colors, miniature in the Sacramentary of San Juan de las Abadesas, manuscript on parchment made?

Drop cap C illuminated with floral motives in the Sacramentary of San Juan de las Abadesas, manuscript on parchment made probably in the scriptorium of the Cathedral of Tortosa, c.1170 - 1190

Drop cap D illuminated with heads of birds and vegetables interlacing in the Sacramentary of San Juan de las Abadesas, manuscript on parchment made?

Sacramentary of San Juan de les Abadesas, manuscript on parchment made probably in the scriptorium of Tortosa Cathedral, c.1170-1190

Matilda of Tuscany, Mid of 16th century. Artist: Anonymous
Matilda of Tuscany, Mid of 16th century. Private Collection

Matilda of Tuscany (From: Vita Mathildis di Donizone di Canossa), Between 1111 and 1115. Found in the collection of Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana

Henry IV Doing Penance at Canossa, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Henry IV Doing Penance at Canossa, 1882. Private Collection

Canossa, 1878 (1882). The Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV doing penance at the Italian town of Canossa in 1077 in order to have Pope Gregory VII reverse his excommunication

Gregory VII (Hildebrand), 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Gregory VII (Hildebrand), 1882. Private Collection

Gregory VII
GREGORY VII

DICTATUS PAPAE, 1075. The opening page of the Dictatus Papae, twenty-seven propositions drawn up by Pope Gregory VII in 1075 at the time of the investiture controversy

GREGORY VII (c1020-1085). Pope, 1073-1085. Illumination from a 12th century manuscript showing Gregory with the Abbot of St. Sophia

SAINT GREGORY VII (c1020-1085). Pope, 1073-1085. Woodcut from Le Vite di Tutti I Pontefici, Venice, 1592

GREGORY VII (c1020-1085). Pope, 1073-1085. With the Abbot of St. Sophia. Manuscript illumination, 12th century

HENRY IV (1050-1106). Holy Roman Emperor, 1056-1106. Henry IV, excommunicated by Pope Gregory VII in 1076, is seen in this contemporary manuscript illumination at St

Pope Saint Gregory VII (c. 1015 / 1028-1085), born Hildebrand of Sovana. Pope from April 22
Pope Saint Gregory VII (c. 1015/1028-1085), born Hildebrand of Sovana. Pope from April 22, 1073, until his death. Colored

HENRY IV OF GERMANY (1015-1106). King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor (1056-1106). The Emperor Henry IV kneeling in the snow with his wife, the Empress Bertha

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In the year 1077, a historic event took place at Canossa Castle in Italy. It was the submission of Henry IV, King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor, to Pope Gregory VII. This momentous occasion has been captured in various artistic forms throughout history. One such depiction is an engraving from 1890 that shows Henry IV disguised as a penitent, begging for forgiveness from Pope Gregory VII. The image portrays the emperor humbling himself before the pope, seeking absolution for his past actions. Another artwork that showcases this significant event is an illuminated capital letter found in the Episcopal Sacramentary of Elna manuscript. This beautifully crafted letter depicts Whitsun, symbolizing the descent of the Holy Spirit upon Jesus' disciples after his ascension. The Episcopal Sacramentary of Elna also contains other stunning illuminations like those depicting Nativity and The Three Marys at the Tomb. These intricate illustrations bring to life important moments from Christian history. Additionally, manuscripts such as Sacramentary of Vic and Sacramentary of Ripoll provide valuable insights into medieval religious practices and rituals. These meticulously created parchments offer glimpses into how liturgical texts were written and preserved during that time period. Overall, these artworks and manuscripts serve as visual records of historical events surrounding Pope Gregory VII and Henry IV's encounter at Canossa Castle in 1077. They not only showcase artistic talent but also shed light on significant moments in European history where power dynamics between church and state were challenged and reshaped forever.