Second Crusade Collection

Saint Bernard of Clairvaux prepped the second crusade in 1146, 19th century (engraving)
PCT4262497 Saint Bernard of Clairvaux prepped the second crusade in 1146, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Saint Bernard of Clairvaux (San Bernardo di Chiaravalle) (1090-1153)

Knight during the IInd Crusade, c.1860 (engraving)
7293484 Knight during the IInd Crusade, c.1860 (engraving); (add.info.: History. France. Knight banneret, knight holding the banner, leaving for the IInd Crusade, XIIth cent)

The siege of Damascus in July 1148 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The badly wounded knight confessing next to a priest, Second Crusade
7279747 The badly wounded knight confessing next to a priest, Second Crusade by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The badly wounded knight confessing next to a priest)

Second Crusade. Ilgazi pardons Chancellor Walther, Crusades were strategically
7279746 Second Crusade. Ilgazi pardons Chancellor Walther, Crusades were strategically by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Second Crusade)

Louis VII embarking for the Holy Land with some Cistercian monks in 1145, miniature from Ogier le Danois, printed by A
IND325869 Louis VII embarking for the Holy Land with some Cistercian monks in 1145, miniature from Ogier le Danois, printed by A

Bernaud of Clairvaux preaching the Second Crusade, Vezelay, France, 1146 (litho)
7172599 Bernaud of Clairvaux preaching the Second Crusade, Vezelay, France, 1146 (litho) by Signol, Emile (1804-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Louis VII of France (1120-1180), 1842. Creator: Signol, Emile (1804-1892)
King Louis VII of France (1120-1180), 1842. Found in the Collection of the Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

St. Bernard Of Clairvaux Preaching the Second Crusade in Vezelay
XEE4153883 St. Bernard Of Clairvaux Preaching the Second Crusade in Vezelay, 31st March 1146 - engraving after Emile Signol - Saint-Bernard de Clairvaux (San Bernardo di Chiaravalle)

Facade of the Abbey Church of the Magdalen, where St Bernard preached the Second Crusade, 1146 (engraving)
5220746 Facade of the Abbey Church of the Magdalen, where St Bernard preached the Second Crusade, 1146 (engraving) by English School

St. Bernard preaching the second crusade, illustration from The Church of England
STC393327 St. Bernard preaching the second crusade, illustration from The Church of England: A History for the People by H.D.M. Spence-Jones, pub

Alfons I, Count of Toulouse, takes the Cross from the hand of Bernard of Clairvaux, vowing to join the Second Crusade
5233536 Alfons I, Count of Toulouse, takes the Cross from the hand of Bernard of Clairvaux, vowing to join the Second Crusade, 1147 (engraving) by Cochin

Louis VII the Young (c. 1120-80) King of France, from
CHT163773 Louis VII the Young (c.1120-80) King of France, from Les Augustes Representations de tous les Rois de France depuis Pharamond jusqu a Louis XIV, Paris

Ms Fr. 6465 fol. 202 Entry of Louis VII (c. 1120-80) King of France and Conrad III
XIR154771 Ms Fr. 6465 fol.202 Entry of Louis VII (c.1120-80) King of France and Conrad III (1093-1152) King of Germany into Constantinople during the Crusades

The preaching of the Second Crusade (engraving)
966086 The preaching of the Second Crusade (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The preaching of the Second Crusade)

Fr 6465 f. 22 Entry of Louis VII into Constantinople with Emperor Conrad III during
REV38992 Fr 6465 f.22 Entry of Louis VII into Constantinople with Emperor Conrad III during the Crusades, 1147-9 (vellum) (see also 154771) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale

Bernard of Clairvaux preaching the Second Crusade in Speyer, Germany, 1146 (engraving)
3647246 Bernard of Clairvaux preaching the Second Crusade in Speyer, Germany, 1146 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St. Bernard Preaching the Second Crusade (engraving)
669527 St. Bernard Preaching the Second Crusade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St. Bernard Preaching the Second Crusade)

Ms Fr 9081 fol. 206 Historiated initial C depicting Conrad III (1137-52
XIR187141 Ms Fr 9081 fol.206 Historiated initial C depicting Conrad III (1137-52) Emperor of Germany and Louis VII (1120-80) King of France, besieging Damascus in 1148

Louis VII of France raising support for the Second Crusade, c1147 (engraving)
969149 Louis VII of France raising support for the Second Crusade, c1147 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Siege of Lisbon, 1147, 1917. Private Collection

King Louis VII takes the standard at Saint-Denis. Artist: Mauzaisse, Jean-Baptiste (1784-1844)
King Louis VII takes the standard at Saint-Denis. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

A knight saying a prayer before departing for the second crusade, 1146 (1882-1884). Artist: Deghouy
A knight saying a prayer before departing for the second crusade, 1146 (1882-1884). A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume II, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine

Meeting of Conrad III of Germany and Louis VII of France. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque de Geneve

Saint Louis died during his second crusade in Tunis (From the Chroniques de France ou de St Denis), after 1380. From a private collection

Two scenes from the Chronique de St Denis, late 14th century. The left-hand scene depicts the Marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Louis VII of France, 1137

Council of Acre and the Siege of Damascus, 1147-1148 (late 12th century). Events from the Second Crusade showing the Council of Acre (top)

Salon of 1855. Preaching of the Second Crusade by St. Bernard, M. Beauvais drawing. Engraving

Louis VII (c. 1120-1180) the Young, King of France Taking the Banner in St. Denis in 1147
XIR200596 Louis VII (c.1120-1180) the Young, King of France Taking the Banner in St. Denis in 1147, 1840 (oil on canvas) by Mauzaisse, Jean Baptiste (1784-1844); 115x147 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Assembly of Crusaders in Ptolemais in 1148, 1840 (oil on canvas)
XIR200565 Assembly of Crusaders in Ptolemais in 1148, 1840 (oil on canvas) by Debacq, Charles Alexandre (1804-50); 70x111 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

LOUIS VII (1120?-1180). King of France, 1137-1180. With his first wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, at their wedding (left), and embarking on the Second Crusade

Salon of 1855. Preaching of the Second Crusade by St. Bernard, M. Beauvais drawing. Engraving

ELEANOR OF AQUITAINE (1122?-1204). Queen of Louis VII of France and of Henry II of England. Pictured with her Provençal troubadours in Antioch, Syria, in 1148 during the Second Crusade

ST. BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX (1090-1153) preaching the Second Crusade at Vezelay in Burgundy, 1146: steel engraving, 19th century

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"The Second Crusade: A Journey of Faith and Redemption" In the late 14th century, scenes from the Chronique de St Denis depict the harrowing reality of the Second Crusade. One such scene portrays a badly wounded knight confessing his sins next to a priest, seeking absolution before facing an uncertain fate. This moment captures the profound spiritual significance that permeated this holy endeavor. The strategic nature of the crusades is evident in another depiction where Ilgazi pardons Chancellor Walther during the Second Crusade. It highlights how alliances were formed and negotiations took place amidst this tumultuous period. In 1145, King Louis VII of France embarked for the Holy Land with Cistercian monks by his side. Their presence symbolized both their unwavering devotion to God and their commitment to support their king on this sacred mission. One pivotal event during this crusade was Bernaud of Clairvaux's impassioned preaching at Vezelay in France in 1146. His words ignited fervor among those who listened, inspiring them to take up arms and join this noble cause. The Abbey Church of Magdalen served as a backdrop for St. Bernard's powerful sermons during which he preached about the urgency and righteousness of embarking on this holy journey. The facade stands as a testament to his influential role in rallying support for the Second Crusade. Alfons I, Count of Toulouse, made a solemn vow when he took up arms after receiving guidance from Bernard himself in 1147. This engraving captures that significant moment when Alfons committed himself wholeheartedly to joining forces with fellow crusaders. Louis VII played a central role throughout these events; known as Louis VII "the Young, " he led his people with courage and determination towards Jerusalem's liberation from Muslim control. His actions exemplified true leadership amidst adversity.