Saxons Collection

Bayeux Tapestry. 1066-1077. Scene of the Battle of Hastings. Detail of the battle between the soldiers of William I of England and the Anglo-Saxons. Romanesque art. Decorative Arts; Tapestry. FRANCE

Bayeaux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest
Norman invasion of England in 1066 A.D. Color lithograph reproduction of part of the Bayeux tapestry

Map of Britain in 597 AD
Map of territory controlled by Celts, Picts, Anglos, Saxons, and other tribes in Britain in 597 AD. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Bayeux Tapestry. 1066-1077. Battle of Hastings (1066). Detail. Romanesque art. Tapestry. FRANCE. Bayeux. Archaeological Museum

Battle of Hastings
BATTLE OF HASTINGS The battle rages between the armies of Harold and William, Duke of Normandy

King Alfred Reading
KING OF THE WEST SAXONS King Alfred reading

Saxon Ladies / Strutt
Anglo-Saxons of 9th & 10th centuries: tunics (kirtles)- one with an embroidered hem, super-tunic (roc), mantles, veils or head-rails which completely cover the hair

Anglo-Saxon Men Pl. XIX
Anglo-Saxons of 9th & 10th century: green tunic, pan-hose & shoes, tunic with gold border & front slit, mantles, leg bandages, shoes with a central slit on the upper. 9th century

Alfred the Great (848 / 49 - 899), king of the West Saxons from 871 to c
Alfred the Great (848/49 - 899), king of the West Saxons from 871 to c.  886 and king of the Anglo-Saxons from c.  886 to 899

Canute reproving his courtiers, engraved by G. Noble, illustration from David Hume
STC429645 Canute reproving his courtiers, engraved by G. Noble, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R

King Egbert / J. Chapman
KING EGBERT King of the West Saxons Reigned 802 - 839 Date: 775 - 839

Story of London: Saxons Entering London, about AD 450 (colour litho)
8659668 Story of London: Saxons Entering London, about AD 450 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saxons Entering London, about AD 450)

The Standard of the White Horse, the Jutish ensign (engraving)
8636302 The Standard of the White Horse, the Jutish ensign (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Standard of the White Horse, the Jutish ensign)

Battle between Danes and Saxons (engraving)
8631975 Battle between Danes and Saxons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle between Danes and Saxons. Illustration for England's Pioneers)

Hierarchy of society in the Middle Ages (colour litho)
8672907 Hierarchy of society in the Middle Ages (colour litho) by German School, (13th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hierarchy of society in the Middle Ages)

England before the Norman Conquest (litho)
8661400 England before the Norman Conquest (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: England before the Norman Conquest)

Popular Superstitions: The lucky horseshoe (colour litho)
8668722 Popular Superstitions: The lucky horseshoe (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The lucky horseshoe)

Saxons submitting to Charlemagne (748-814) 777. 19th century (lithograph)
535199 Saxons submitting to Charlemagne (748-814) 777. 19th century (lithograph); Universal History Archive/UIG.

How did farmers work in days gone by? (litho)
8676257 How did farmers work in days gone by? (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How did farmers work in days gone by)

Saxon soldiers (engraving)
8636280 Saxon soldiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saxon soldiers. Illustration for Philips' Picturesque History of England edited by J Francon)

Map of the settlements of Angles, Saxons and Jutes in Britain c. 600 (print)
2603521 Map of the settlements of Angles, Saxons and Jutes in Britain c. 600 (print); (add.info.: From Historical Atlas, published 1923.).

Harold II (c1022-1066) Nominated as his successor as King of Angles and Saxons by Edward the Confessor
533568 Harold II (c1022-1066) Nominated as his successor as King of Angles and Saxons by Edward the Confessor. Harold killed by Norman arrow at Battle of Hastings 1066

Arthur, 6th century semi-legendary Christian king of Britons. Late 14th century (tapestry)
531104 Arthur, 6th century semi-legendary Christian king of Britons. Late 14th century (tapestry); (add.info.: United Britons against Saxons whom he defeated c516 at battle of Badon Hill)

Charlemagne destroys a pagan idol, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Charlemagne destroys a pagan idol, (1936). Sturz Der Irmensaule Durch Karl Den Grossen, 772 AD. According to medieval sources, Charlemagne

View of the encampment of German and Roman armies
View of the battle formation, encampment and entrenchment of German and Roman armies in ancient Germany. Roman legions with eagles, cavalry and barracks

The great battle of Brunanburh, 937, illustration from Hutchinson
STC293103 The great battle of Brunanburh, 937, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Pearse

Treaty Of Peace Peace Treaty Saxons Hengist Horsa
The treaty of peace between the Saxons, Hengist and Horsa and the British king Vortigern in the 5th century. Hengist and Horsa, Germanic brothers who led the Angles

Piratical Invasion Saxons Hengist Horsa Germanic
The piratical invasion of the Saxons under Hengist and Horsa, Germanic brothers who led the Angles, Saxons and Jutes in their invasion of Britain in the 5th century

Legendary King Arthur Defeating Saxons The Battle Of Badon
The legendary King Arthur defeating the Saxons at the The Battle of Badon aka Battle of Mons Badonicus. From Cassell's Illustrated History of England, published 1857

KING EGBERT (775 - 839), King of the West Saxons (Wessex) (reigned 802 - 839)

Alfred the Great (848/49 - 899), king of the West Saxons from 871 to c.  886 and king of the Anglo-Saxons from c
Alfred the Great (848/49 - 899), king of the West Saxons from 871 to c. 886 and king of the Anglo-Saxons from c. 886 to 899

SAXON BURIAL
Saxons bury their dead wrapped in a shroud, not in a coffin but in a grave lined with stones Date: circa 600

Saxon and Norman Military Costume from the Bayeux Tapestry, illustration from Illustrations of Medieval Costume in
5323836 Saxon and Norman Military Costume from the Bayeux Tapestry, illustration from Illustrations of Medieval Costume in England

After the Battle of Ethandun (Edington), 878, illustration from Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation, c
STC363620 After the Battle of Ethandun (Edington), 878, illustration from Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Tennant, C

The Battle of Hastings 1066, 1915 (colour litho)
2920246 The Battle of Hastings 1066, 1915 (colour litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Red Book of British Battles published by Henry Frowde)

Church in a Rumanian village, showing the segregation of the sexes (photo)
5998149 Church in a Rumanian village, showing the segregation of the sexes (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church in a Rumanian village)

The Battle of Stamford Bridge, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c
IL323214 The Battle of Stamford Bridge, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Clark

Detail of the RWF Christmas Truce Plaque, Frelinghien
The plaque is on the memorial plinth unveiled by the daughter of Frank Richards in 2008. There are also plaques to the German 6th Jaeger Battalion and the 133rd Saxon Infantry Regiment

Reception of Saint Augustine by Ethelbert, illustration from The Mighty Army by Winifred M. Letts, pub
STC364352 Reception of Saint Augustine by Ethelbert, illustration from The Mighty Army by Winifred M. Letts, pub. 1912 (colour litho) by Reid

Canute The Great, What Is This Game? (colour litho)
5228662 Canute The Great, What Is This Game? (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canute The Great, What Is This Game)

A Saxon Hall (litho)
6026814 A Saxon Hall (litho) by Matthews, R. W. (fl.1930-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Saxon Hall. Illustration for The Story of England by H W Meikle (Oliver and Boyd)

The Germanic Kingdoms and the East Roman Empire in 486 (colour litho)
6016335 The Germanic Kingdoms and the East Roman Empire in 486 (colour litho) by Shepherd, William R. (1871-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

Richard Coeur De Lion, They Fought All Day (colour litho)
5228654 Richard Coeur De Lion, They Fought All Day (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Coeur De Lion, They Fought All Day)

Ancient Germanic gods: Irmensula, Crodo and Prono (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986563 Ancient Germanic gods: Irmensula, Crodo and Prono (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by Migliavacca, Innocente (19th century); (add.info.: Ancient Germanic deities: Irmensula)

The Bards. A. D. 500 onwards (colour litho)
670046 The Bards. A.D. 500 onwards (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bards. A.D. 500 onwards)

The Highlanders led the Attack, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c
IL323220 The Highlanders led the Attack, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Stott, W.R.S

William Rufus, Will Gets His Army Together (colour litho)
5228653 William Rufus, Will Gets His Army Together (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Rufus, Will Gets His Army Together)

Norman and Saxon (cover illustration) (colour litho)
5228652 Norman and Saxon (cover illustration) (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Normans and Saxons and Such by Marriott Edgar (Francis)

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The Saxons, a resilient and influential group of people, played a significant role in shaping the history of Britain. The Bayeux Tapestry, an iconic artifact portraying the Norman Conquest, vividly depicts their encounters with other civilizations. In scenes like the Battle of Hastings, this masterpiece showcases their bravery and determination. Dating back to 597 AD, when Pope Gregory I sent missionaries to convert Anglo-Saxon England to Christianity, the Saxons witnessed great transformations within their society. A map from that era reveals how they inhabited different regions across Britain. One notable Saxon figure was King Alfred the Great who ruled over the West Saxons during turbulent times. His commitment to education is exemplified by depictions of him reading intently in historical artwork. Alfred's reign marked a turning point for his people as he successfully defended against Viking invasions and fostered cultural advancements. They were not only warriors but also had a rich social life. Paintings such as "Saxon Ladies" by Strutt portray elegant women dressed in elaborate garments while "Anglo-Saxon Men Pl. XIX" captures their masculine strength and attire. Another prominent Saxon king was Egbert who reigned over Wessex from 802 until 839 AD. Known for his political prowess and leadership skills, King Egbert left an indelible mark on Saxon history. Even though they faced challenges throughout their existence, including conflicts with Vikings like Canute depicted in engravings by G. Noble or battles like those shown at Hastings on the Bayeux Tapestry; it is undeniable that they have left an enduring legacy on British culture and heritage. Whether through art or historical accounts, we can appreciate how these remarkable individuals shaped Britain's past. From kings like Alfred the Great and Egbert to ordinary men and women captured in paintings or tapestries; each contributed to building a vibrant civilization that continues to influence us today.