Anglo Magnets

Rise from the darkness is part of a quote from the famous Anglo-Saxon poem, Beowulf. The words seem to resonate, given the current pandemic we find ourselves in. Bold design perfect for Anglo-Saxon fans who love the Beowulf and medieval history. It can also be given as a birthday or Christmas gift to your family or friends who are into Anglo-Saxon text. Design is available in time for Christmas.

My interpretation of the famously ambiguous Anglo-Saxon poem.

Web of Wyrd - The Web of Fate. The old English (anglo-saxon) word Wyrd means fate, to come to pass or to become. In other words, destiny. Unique design perfect for Anglo-Saxon or old English fans who love medieval history and mythology. It can also be given as a birthday or Christmas gift to your family or friends who are into symbols for fate or destiny. Design is available in time for Christmas.

Brunanburh, At the time the largest battle ever in England.

King of the Anglo Saxon gods Woden is one eyed. But often carved or depicted with two, then the likeness is defaced to remove one. So poke a hole in your t-shirt.

All Saints' Church, Earls Barton is a noted Anglo-Saxon Church of England parish church in Earls Barton, Northamptonshire. It is estimated that the building dates from the later tenth century, shortly after Danish raids on England. Please note with regard to scanned antique prints there may be some age related marks or faults from the originals which will show also on any print ordered. This is inevitable with prints of this age & actually lends an authentic look to the prints. Please refer to the actual image on sale. If you are interested in purchasing the original engraving or print that may be possible if I still have it, please send me a private message to check. Please also note that the wording artfromthepast on the image sh...

Grendel's mom is reading her son a very appropriate bedtime story.

A medieval bear design

Wintanceaster - Winchester (Fortified Meeting Place) - Anglo Saxon Town Name. Awesome design perfect for Anglo-Saxon history fans who love historic medieval place names. It can also be given as a birthday or Christmas gift to your family or friend who is also into historic medieval place names. Design is available in time for Christmas.

Oscar Wilde portrait and quote: We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars

The Heptarchy is a collective name applied to the seven kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England from the Anglo-Saxon settlement of Britain in the 5th century until the 8th century consolidation.

Frontispiece engraved illustration from The Life of Wellington by W H Maxwell Abridged edition published in 1900 by W P Nimmo, Hay & Mitchell. Please note with regard to scanned antique prints there may be some age related marks or faults from the originals which will show also on any print ordered. This is inevitable with prints of this age & actually lends an authentic look to the prints. Please refer to the actual image on sale. If you are interested in purchasing the original engraving or print that may be possible if I still have it, please send me a private message to check.

Illustration from a History of England published 1912 after the 1879 painting by Ernest Crofts (1847-1911) showing the French army retiring from the battlefield, with Napoleon leaving his carriage and preparing to mount his horse. Please note with regard to scanned antique prints there may be some age related marks or faults from the originals which will show also on any print ordered. This is inevitable with prints of this age & actually lends an authentic look to the prints. Please refer to the actual image on sale. If you are interested in purchasing the original engraving or print that may be possible if I still have it, please send me a private message to check.

From an original engraving Cassell's history of England circa 1901 Please note there may be some age related marks from the original which will show also on any print ordered. This is inevitable with prints of this age & actually lends an authentic look to the print in my opinion.

Similar to my Beowulf design but without the name 'Beowulf'.

Devon County Flag - England

Saxon - Wyrd Bid Ful Araed 449 AD. Emblazoned with Anglo-Saxon runes spelling "Saxon". Accompanied by the famous "wyrd bid ful araed" quote from the Anglo-Saxon poem, The Wanderer, meaning "fate remains wholly inexorable". Strong design perfect for Saxon fans who love Anglo-Saxon history and The Last Kingdom. It can also be given as a birthday or Christmas gift to your family or friends who are also into the Saxons. Design is available in time for Christmas.

Rise and Reign. Embrace the echoes of ancient valour with our captivating design. This fusion of medieval mystique and Viking spirit captures the essence of power and determination. Symbolizing a return to the old ways, this design beckons you to rise above challenges and claim your rightful reign. Let the legacy of warriors past inspire you as you forge your path, standing strong against the tides of time. With every wear, embody the unyielding spirit of those who came before and declare your modern-day sovereignty.

Illustration from a History of England published 1912 after the painting by Vereker M Hamilton. The battle for a strategic crossroads took place 2 days before Waterloo. Please note with regard to scanned antique prints there may be some age related marks or faults from the originals which will show also on any print ordered. This is inevitable with prints of this age & actually lends an authentic look to the prints. Please refer to the actual image on sale. If you are interested in purchasing the original engraving or print that may be possible if I still have it, please send me a private message to check.

Sutton Who?

The Sutton Hoo helmet is an ornately decorated Anglo-Saxon helmet found during a 1939 excavation of the Sutton Hoo ship-burial. It was buried around 625 and is widely associated with King Rædwald of East Anglia; its elaborate decoration may have given it a secondary function akin to a crown. The helmet was both a functional piece of armour that would have offered considerable protection if ever used in warfare, and a decorative, prestigious piece of extravagant metalwork. It is described as "the most iconic object" from "one of the most spectacular archaeological discoveries ever made", and perhaps the most important known Anglo-Saxon artefact. The visage contains eyebrows, a nose, and moustache, creating the image of a man joined by ...

The Saxon Shield Wall (Coloured Version). A saxon or viking shield wall is a formidable confrontation. History tells stories of great battles being won or lost on the strength of the shield wall. Colourful design perfect for Anglo-Saxon or Viking fans who love the historic war tactics and medieval history. It can also be given as a birthday or Christmas gift to your family or friends who are into medieval battles. Design is available in time for Christmas.

King Penda, the last of the Pagan Anglo Saxon Kings, seeks members for his warband.

Hail to the King.