1101 CE to 1200 CE12th Century Chinese Painting Costs $247,000 to Display
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-09-18 10:02
Engineers from Beijing University were called upon to construct a special display case for one of China's most famous paintings: a 16+-foot-long silk masterpiece dating to the 12th century.
Medieval Chapel, Hospital Revealed by Bypass Project
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-09-17 15:21
The opening of a bypass around Partney, England has led to some great archaeological finds including an 11th century chapel and a 12th century hospital dedicated to St. Mary Magdalene.
Medieval Russian Texts Rated "R"
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-09-05 14:15
Archaeologists were recently surprised to find several pieces of birch bark near Veliky Novgorod in northwestern Russia inscribed with profanity.
Clan Morrison Fortification Revealed
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-09-03 10:03
A new archaeological dig on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland's western Hebrides has revealed a fortified settlement located on a sea stack. The fort includes a lookout tower with a defensive wall.
Medieval Studies Conference Seeks Papers
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-07-28 20:50
Dr Karen E Overbey of the Department of Fine Arts, Seattle University is calling for papers for the 41st International Congress on Medieval Studies which will be held in Kalamazoo, Michigan in May, 2005. The session title is: "Afterlives and Receptions in Anglo-Norman Ireland"
Traders, Saints, and Pirates
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-07-17 17:40
Editors of Heroic Age: A Journal of Early Medieval Northwestern Europe have announced the publication of Issue 8: Traders, Saints, and Pirates: The Sea in Early Medieval Northwestern Europe.
"Kingdom of Heaven" Documentary on A&E
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2005-04-27 11:13
"Kingdom of Heaven," a documentary about the upcoming film depicting the 12th century Crusade, will debut on A&E May 4, 2005.
Norman Horse Bit Excites Researchers
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-04-17 12:11
The study and replication of a Norman curb bit was the subject of a recent program from Britain's Time Team archaeologists.
"Kingdom of Heaven" Sparks Copyright Controversy
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-04-11 10:58
Kingdom of Heaven, the historical epic about the Third Crusade scheduled to be released this spring, is the subject of a copyright controversy in which author James Reston Jr. accused film director Ridley Scott of stealing his research.
Scotsman Demands Return of Lewis Chessmen
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-03-31 17:20
Scottish nationalists are demanding the "repatriation" of the 12th century Lewis chessmen now held by the British Museum.
Villagers Save Historic Medieval Church
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-03-26 08:40
All Saints' Church in Beckingham, England has been saved thanks to community efforts which secured a grant from English Heritage.
The Age: Loves Letters Found?
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-03-10 10:59
A new controversy involving the love letters of Abelard and Heloise has members of the literary and academic communities buzzing.
Jerusalem Post: Acre Crusader Site to be Opened to the Public
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2005-03-08 19:10
Sections of an 800-year-old archaeological site in the city of Acre have been scheduled to open to the public in June of 2005.
Blogger Suggests that Marco Polo did not Reach China
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2005-03-08 10:00
In his blog, teacher and Asianist Jonathan Dresner discusses the myth of Marco Polo, whether or not he really made it to China, and where to go to get the facts.
Storms Expose Orkney Burial Site
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-03-07 17:27
A team of archaeologists are working to preserve a medieval burial site uncovered recently by winter storms in the Orkneys.
Heloise and Abelard Still Inspire Lovers
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-02-25 17:55
An essay in the New York Times by Cristina Nehring discusses five books on Heloise and Abelard.
New exhibit on medieval Chinese and Iraqi ceramics at the Sackler
Submitted by Karen on Mon, 2004-12-06 17:13
"Iraq and China: Ceramics, Trade and Innovation" will be on display at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery in Washington, DC, through April 24, 2005.
National Geographic: Some Tattoos Traced to Crusades
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2004-12-04 12:08
An article by Cassandra Franklin-Barbajosa for National Geographic traces the history of tattoos, including the use of the Jerusalem cross during the Crusades.
800-Year-Old Carlisle Mystery Solved
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-11-26 20:50
Archaeologists have long wondered what medieval Carlisle, England looked like, and now, with the discovery of a 12th century bronze factory, they are closer to knowing.
Medieval Carlisle Discovered
Submitted by JaneStockton on Sun, 2004-11-07 22:31
A 12th Century bronze-working shop and related materials have been found under a recently demolished pub in Carlisle.
Medieval dentistry was better than many believe
Submitted by Karen on Sat, 2004-10-16 10:04
A paper by osteoarchaeologist Trevor Anderson, published in the British Dental Journal, discusses medieval dental hygiene and health, and says the practices of the time were more advanced than is popularly believed.
Pierce Brosnan to Star in Walter Scott Epic
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-10-15 20:20
Actor Pierce Brosnan is scheduled to portray Lord Lochinvar in an upcoming epic set in 12th century Scotland.
First Cistercian Nunnery in Scotland Excavated
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-10-03 20:01
St. Leonard's, the oldest Cistercian nunnery in Scotland, is the site of a new excavation that has delivered on its promise of impressive artifacts.
Norman Pillar Uncovered in Coventry
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-10-03 11:46
A pillar from the Benedictine Priority Cathedral, which was destroyed during the reign of Henry VIII, has been unearthed in Coventry, England.
StarBanner.com: Knights Templar depiction in "The Da Vinci Code" is "hogwash", say scholars
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-09-17 10:16
Amanda Greene reports on the mythology of the Knights Templars and their portrayal in books such as The Da Vinci Code. Is it fact ot fiction?
Haaretz: Crusader-Era Remains Found in Jaffa
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2004-08-24 16:51
The remains of a 12th century crusader-era man were discovered recently during excavations in the Jaffa, Israel flea market.
Rabbits Threaten Viking Site
Submitted by Justin on Tue, 2004-06-29 12:58
"What? Behind the rabbit?" "It is the rabbit! It's got nasty, sharp, pointy teeth!" A two-acre site in South Uist (Scotland) that once contained a Viking village is threatened by destructive rabbits.
Law and Order in Medieval Cyprus
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-11-08 16:40
Cyprus Weekly: An article by reporter Barbara Lyssarides looks at the fascinating -- and often dangerous -- history of medieval Cyprus.
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