medieval period

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Discover the most scandalous events in the Middle Ages as we delve into the mysterious medieval world. Read here for more details.

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Manorialism, political, economic, and social system by which the peasants of medieval Europe were rendered dependent on their land and on their lord. Its basic unit was the manor or fief that was under the control of a lord who enjoyed a variety of rights over it and the peasants attached to it by means of serfdom.

When we think of the Middle Ages, we usually think of knights and kings in castles. However, it’s estimated that around 85% of Europe’s population in Medieval times were actually peasants. Now, this doesn’t mean that they were all necessarily dirt poor and living in mud huts. The peasantry class…

The last 1- 1 1/2 year the 15 century has been one of my main interests. It is a really interesting period in history, with lots of changes in both politics, society and how trade, money and people moved. My main interest has been the clothing in middle Europe, around what is today Germany, Belgium…

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Medieval fashion was a symbol of status and identity, from noble silks and jewels to the simple wool of commoners. Discover the styles that defined the Middle Ages!

The Hague, KB, 76 F 21 Book of Hours (use of Paris) Paris; c. 1400-1410

This image captures a scene of medieval maidens dancing in a field, portrayed in period fashion photography reminiscent of fifteenth century French peasants. The film poster style adds a touch of cinematic flair to the composition.

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Types of Medieval Stringed Instruments - To understand stringed instruments of the European Middle Ages, it helps to understand medieval music itself. #StringedInstruments #MedievalMusic #MiddleAges

Medieval fair

Many medieval market towns still exist today, and some continue to hold markets based on centuries-old charters.

King and knight

LADY'S DRESS. Maciejowski Bible, Fol.33v. 1240 AD

The tale of the Danish King Valdemar Atterdag’s sacking of Visby tells how the Danes gave the citizens of the city an ultimatum: fill three oil barrels with silver or watch your city burn! The merchants of the trading city are said to have filled the Danes’ barrels in less than a day. Hellqvist blends faithfulness to realistic historical detail with his own imagination, anachronisms and rousing staging. In the middle of the picture stands the hero, with his clenched fist and angry look…