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1444 Collection

"Exploring the Artistic and Historical Significance of 1444" Step back in time to the year 1444

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1444 Collection: Bernat Martorell (died 1452). Manuscript. Book of hours, 144
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1444 Collection: Mehmed Ii / Ottoman / Thevet
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1444 Collection: Federico da Montefeltro (1422-1482) Duke of Urbino from 1444. 1474: Piero Della Francesca
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1444 Collection: Leonardo Bruni
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1444 Collection: DDE-90024250
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1444 Collection: St Francis in a glory of Seraphim, Sassetta, 1444 (engraving)
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1444 Collection: de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver VH-SSG
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1444 Collection: Fight Hoeken Cod Haarlem prevented priest Fight
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1444 Collection: Laberinto de Fortuna (Labyrinh of Fortunes), by Juan de Mena
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1444 Collection: BARTOLO, Domenico di. History of the Spedale
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1444 Collection: Wladyslaw III
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1444 Collection: St Bernardino of Siena
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1444 Collection: Campin, Robert, called Master of Fl魡lle (1378-1444)
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1444 Collection: Battista Mantuan Spagnoli
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1444 Collection: Giovanni Spagnola
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1444 Collection: Architectural details, tomb of Mohammed Shah, Lodhi Gardens, New Delhi, India
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1444 Collection: Afternon sunlight through doorway on interior of Tomb of Mohammed Shah, Lodhi Gardens
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1444 Collection: Columns on tomb of Mohammed Shah, Lodhi Gardens, New Delhi, India
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1444 Collection: Tomb of Mohammed Shah, Lodhi Gardens, New Delhi, India
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1444 Collection: Petrus Christus, Portrait of a Female Donor, Netherlandish, active 1444-1475-1476, c
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1444 Collection: Petrus Christus, Portrait of a Male Donor, Netherlandish, active 1444-1475-1476, c
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1444 Collection: Pisanello, Lion Being Taught by Cupid to Sing [reverse], Italian, c. 1395-1455, 1444
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1444 Collection: Hama Pass View
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1444 Collection: Campin, Robert, Called Master
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1444 Collection: Saint Barbara. Central detail
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1444 Collection: Leonardo Bruni - 2
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1444 Collection: Bramante (Este Portrait)
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1444 Collection: Bramante (Seated)
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1444 Collection: Bramante & St Peter s
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1444 Collection: Pandolfo Collenuccio
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1444 Collection: S Botticelli / Larmessin
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1444 Collection: Dl Bramante / Larmessin

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"Exploring the Artistic and Historical Significance of 1444" Step back in time to the year 1444, a period marked by significant events and artistic masterpieces that shaped history. Bernat Martorell, a talented artist who passed away in 1452, left behind a remarkable manuscript called the Book of Hours. This exquisite piece showcases his skill and creativity. Meanwhile, Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire was rising to power during this era. His reign would leave an indelible mark on history as he conquered Constantinople and transformed it into Istanbul. In Italy, Leonardo Bruni was making waves with his intellectual contributions as a humanist scholar. His writings influenced many thinkers of his time. Another prominent figure in Italy was Federico da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino from 1444 to 1474. Under his rule, Piero Della Francesca created awe-inspiring artworks that still captivate audiences today. Juan de Mena's Laberinto de Fortuna (Labyrinth of Fortunes) also emerged during this period—a poetic masterpiece exploring themes of fate and destiny. Domenico di Bartolo chronicled history through his work titled History of the Spedale—an invaluable source for understanding societal developments at that time. Art enthusiasts will appreciate Sassetta's engraving depicting St Francis surrounded by Seraphim in all their glory—created in none other than 1444 itself. Additionally, The Liberation of St. Peter painted on canvas further exemplifies the artistic prowess prevalent during this era. Religious art flourished too; Christ on the Cross by an unknown artist between c. 1430-33 is another testament to the spiritual devotion expressed through oil paintings during these years. On a different note, aviation took its first steps towards progress with de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver VH-SSG being introduced—an aircraft that would revolutionize transportation. Lastly, St.