Manesse Collection

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)

Herr Kristan von Hamle-portrait of the Minnesinger, or medieval German courtly love poet
2902651 Herr Kristan von Hamle-portrait of the Minnesinger, or medieval German courtly love poet; (add.info.: The poet being lifted up to his lady's window, Illustration from the Codex Manesse)

Medieval songbook
2902604 Medieval songbook; (add.info.: Medieval songbook; For Esslingen am Neckar two schoolmasters are occupied, the time would come when the minstrel in question)

Illustration from a medieval songbook, 14th century (illumination)
2902709 Illustration from a medieval songbook, 14th century (illumination) by German School, (14th century); (add.info.: Medieval songbook; Whether the mountain of consolation in the Swiss Aargau was)

Illustration from a medieval songbook, 14th century (illumination)
2902678 Illustration from a medieval songbook, 14th century (illumination) by German School, (14th century); (add.info.: Medieval songbook; The minstrel Kristan (or Christian)

Illustration from a medieval songbook, 14th century (illumination)
2902612 Illustration from a medieval songbook, 14th century (illumination) by German School, (14th century); (add.info.: Medieval songbook; The minstrel pictured here is probably Herrand II of)

Costumes and armour of German knights, 13th century
Costumes of German knights in battle A, B, and allegorical illustration of Venus ordering blacksmith Vulcan to make a helmet for Aeneas C, 1260-1300. Helmets with heraldic crests D-G

Von Wengen, copy of f. 300r from the Codex Manesse (colour litho)
2902710 Von Wengen, copy of f.300r from the Codex Manesse (colour litho) by German School, (14th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Von Wengen (Burchard, fl)

Fiddler from the Codex Manesse, c. 1300-40 (parchment)
3086755 Fiddler from the Codex Manesse, c.1300-40 (parchment) by German School, (14th century); Universitatsbibliothek, Heidelberg

Der Schenk Von Limburg, ministerial Swabian (mid 13th century) says goodbye to his lady before leaving. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Fol. 82v

Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). of the court of Henr
Bernger Von Horheim (late 12th century). German poet of the court of Henry IV. The poet with his beloved holding a dog in her lap, a symbol of fidelity. Fol

Der Wilde Alexander, poet of the 13th century, greets his beloved while hes riding. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 412r. University of Heidelberg

Johannes Hadlaub, Swiss poet. Codex Manesse (ca. 1300)
Johannes Hadlaub, Swiss poet. Below: the poet disguised as a pilgrim after a woman who is entering the church. Top: the lady consoles the poet who is unwell

Ulrich von Liechtenstein (12001278) on a trip. Codex Manes
Ulrich von Liechtenstein (12001278), medieval nobleman, knight, politician, and minnesanger. Ulrich on a trip. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 237r

Wachsmut Von Kunzingen. Codex Manesse (ca. 1300)
Wachsmut Von Kunzingen, unknown poet and crusader, with the standard and the dress of assault before a fight. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Fol.160v

Gottfried von Strassburg, 13th century poet, with his work. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Fol. 364r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Spervogel, poet of the 12th century, offers his lyrics to the Court. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Frauenlob, German poet (d. 1318), listening to a musician. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 399r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Konrad von Wurzburg, who died in 1287, dictates to a scribe. Fol. 383r. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Susskind Der Jude Von Trimberger wearing a typical hat with
Susskind Der Jude Von Trimberger, Hebrew poet of the 13th century, wearing a typical hat with the Bishop of Constance. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature

Von Der Buwenburg, poet of the 13th century, plundering a herd. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 359r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Der Burggraf von Regensburg presides over a trial. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 318r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Reinmar Von Zweter (1200-1260), Rhenish poet, teaches two young men in the Arts. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 323r. University of Heidelberg

Rubin in a castle sending a message to his loved with a cros
Rubin, Tyrolean ministerial from 12th century, in a castle sending a message to his loved with a crossbow. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 169v

WALTHER VON DER VOGELWEIDE (1170-1230). Codex Manesse (ca. 13
WALTHER VON DER VOGELWEIDE (1170-1230). Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Der Tannhauser (1200-1305), poet and Crusader. Fol. 164r. Cod
Der Tannhauser (1200-1305), poet and Crusader with a Greek cross on the layer, the symbol of the knights of the Teutonic Order. Fol.164r

Pteffel, poet of the 13th century, fishing for his beloved. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 302r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

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"Manesse: A Glimpse into Medieval German Culture" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Manesse, a collection of manuscripts that offers a window into medieval Germany. From Der Schenk Von Limburg to Bernger Von Horheim, these literary works transport us to the mid-13th century, where ministerial Swabian knights graced the courts of Henry. The enchanting tales continue with Der Wilde Alexander, a poet from the 13th century who warmly greets his beloved. Join Ulrich von Liechtenstein on an extraordinary journey as he embarks on a trip captured within the pages of Codex Manesse. Delve deeper into this treasure trove and discover Wachsmut Von Kunzingen's artistic prowess showcased in Codex Manesse. Marvel at the intricate costumes and armor worn by German knights during the 13th century - symbols of their chivalry and valor. Von Wengen's vivid depiction on f. 300r mesmerizes with its vibrant colors, transporting us directly into this medieval realm. The Fiddler from Codex Manesse adds another layer of charm with its delicate parchment rendering dating back to c. 1300-40. Gottfried von Strassburg, renowned poet from the 13th century, proudly holds his work while Spervogel humbly offers his heartfelt lyrics to those willing to listen. Witness Frauenlob, a celebrated German poet who lived until 1318, captivated by melodies played by talented musicians. Last but not least is Konrad von Wurzburg dictating his profound thoughts to an attentive scribe before his passing in 1287 - forever preserving his legacy within these cherished manuscripts. Manesse invites you on an extraordinary journey through time; it unveils stories filled with love, bravery, artistry, and intellectual pursuits that shaped medieval Germany's cultural landscape forever.