1491 Collection

Medieval urine wheel. Labelled in Latin, this 15th century diagram shows some of the possible colours of urine (outer edge of circle) to help doctors diagnose urine-related diseases

King Henry VIII & Wives
KING HENRY VIII Portrait of the King of England with all his wives SEYMOUR/CLEVES/HOWARD HENRY VIII PARR/ARAGON/BOLEYN

HENRY VIII, king of England

HENRY VIII
KING HENRY VIII with his autograph

King Henry Viii / Anon
KING HENRY VIII King of England 1509 - 1547

King Henry VIII at Hever
HENRY VIII arrives at Hever Castle, Kent, the family home of his mistress, Anne Boleyn, circa 1530

Medical zodiac, 15th century diagram
Medical zodiac. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating how the human body relates to the zodiac signs. Such information was used in medical practices, such as bloodletting

Henry Viii / Players / 21 / 50
KING HENRY VIII OF ENGLAND Reigned 1509 - 1547

Loyola / Butler Lives
IGNATIUS LOYOLA Spanish saint, founder of the Jesuit Order

Loyola Praying / Holl
IGNATIUS LOYOLA Spanish Saint, founder of Society of Jesus (Jesuits), in an attitude of prayer

A dissection in progress. From Le livre de la propriete des choses (On the Properites of Things)
527491 A dissection in progress. From Le livre de la propriete des choses (On the Properites of Things) written by the English Franciscan monk Bartholomew Glanville called Bartolomaeus Anglicus

Physician examining a sample of urine from the patient lying in bed. From Le livre de la propriete des choses
527492 Physician examining a sample of urine from the patient lying in bed. From Le livre de la propriete des choses (On the Properites of Things)

St Augustine or St Antonino, From the Soliloquii, 1491 (engraving)
5210550 St Augustine or St Antonino, From the Soliloquii, 1491 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Augustine or St Antonino, From the Soliloquii, 1491)

From the Fifteen Oes and other Prayers printed by Caxton about 1491 (litho)
2787000 From the Fifteen Oes and other Prayers printed by Caxton about 1491 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, 1491 (woodcut)
986286 Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, 1491 (woodcut) by Wolgemuth, Michael (1434-1519) & Pleydenwurff, W. (d.1494); 31.4x22 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Apothecaries and potions, with two boys fighting in the foreground
986284 Apothecaries and potions, with two boys fighting in the foreground, 1491 (hand-coloured woodcut) by German School, (15th century); 29.5x20.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

From Bettinis Monte Santo di Dio, 1491 (engraving)
5210552 From Bettinis Monte Santo di Dio, 1491 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Bettinis Monte Santo di Dio, 1491)

CHARLES VIII & LOUIS DO CHARLES VIII & LOUIS DO
Young Charles VIII releases from prison Louis dOrleans, one of the rebels opposing the crown. The reconciliation leads to Louis succeeding Charles as Louis XII Date: 1491

Jacques Cartier / Profile
JACQUES CARTIER French sailor and explorer Date: 1491 - 1557

Jacques Cartier / Head
JACQUES CARTIER French sailor and explorer Date: 1491 - 1557

St Ignatius Loyola
IGNATIUS LOYOLA (1491 - 1556), Spanish saint and founder of the Jesuit order (head and shoulders portrait with hat)

Henry VIII / Miniature
KING HENRY VIII Aged 35 in 1526

King Henry Viii / Drawn
KING HENRY VIII King of England 1509 - 1547

King Henry Viii / Holbein
KING HENRY VIII Reigned 1509 - 1547 Full length engraving

Christ heals lepers Christ heals ten lepers Two disciples watch
Christ heals the lepers, Christ heals ten lepers. Two disciples watch, Christ healing lepers, Meester van Antwerpen (I) (attributed to), Nederlanden, 1485 - 1491, paper, h 94 mm × w 130 mm

Christ heals two blind possessed Christ makes
Christ heals two blind and one possessed, Christ makes a blissful gesture to two blind and possessed who is being held by two men, Christ healing blind people

meal home Zacheus fig tree Two scenes Left Christ
The meal at the home of Zacheus, Zacheus in the fig tree, Two scenes. Left: Christ at the table with Zacheus and disciples

Peter walks water Christ Two men rowing boat
Peter walks on the water to Christ, Two men in rowing boat. Peter walks over sea water to Christ on shore, Peter walks on the water towards Christ on the shore

Mary Magdalene listens Christ repents Christ sitting
Mary Magdalene listens to Christ and repents, Christ sitting on couch, Mary Magdalene sitting on floor in room, the conversion of St

Christ talking Nicodemus night John 3 1-21 Meester van Antwerpen
Christ talking to Nicodemus, Christ talking to Nicodemus at night (John 3: 1-21), Meester van Antwerpen (I) (attributed to), Nederlanden, 1485 - 1491, paper, h 92 mm × w 105 mm

Christ wanted mother brothers Christ preaches
Christ is wanted by his mother and brothers, Christ preaches for a group of seated people. Mary and two disciples stand at the gate of the house

Parable gentleman gave money servant Two scenes
Parable of the gentleman who gave money to his servant, Two scenes with the gentleman and servant in a room with a blocked floor, the lord distributing talents or pounds among his servants

Christ heals deaf dumb possessed Christ makes
Christ heals the deaf and dumb possessed, Christ makes a gesture of blessing. The possessed man is being held by two men, devils are flying out of his mouth

Christ Pharisees House Two scenes within performance
Christ in the Pharisees House, Two scenes within one performance. Left: Christ at the table with Pharisees. Right: Christ and men with jug and bowl of water, meal at the house or a Pharisee

Christ rich young man two disciples opposite rich young man
Christ and the rich young man, Christ and two disciples opposite rich young man with a hat in hand, Christ urges a rich young man (a certain ruler), who is kneeling before him

Christ preaching Christ speaking front group
Christ preaching, Christ speaking in front of a group of people, Christ explaining his doctrine, Meester van Antwerpen (I) (attributed to), Nederlanden, 1485 - 1491, paper, h 93 mm × w 129 mm

Matthews calling calling Matthew Levi tax collector
Matthews calling, calling of Matthew (Levi), the tax collector (usually with money lying on the table and people paying taxes) (Matthew 9: 9, Mark 2:14, Luke 5: 27-28)

Christ Mary Mary kneels room holds hand appearing Christ
Christ appears to Mary, Mary kneels in room, holds hand appearing Christ, Christ, perhaps dressed as a pilgrim, appearing to his mother, who is usually shown praying

Christ curses fig tree Christ disciples Three trees
Christ curses the fig tree, Christ with disciples. Three trees with leaves and one without, the cursing of the fig tree (Matthew 21: 18-22, Mark 11: 12-14, 11: 20-21)

Studies Peonies Martin Schongauer German 1450
Studies of Peonies; Martin Schongauer (German, about 1450, 1453 - 1491); Germany; about 1472 - 1473; Gouache and waterolor; 25.7 x 33 cm (10 1, 8 x 13 in.)

Turkish Procession Erhard Schon German 1491
A Turkish Procession; Erhard Schon (German, about 1491 - 1542); Germany; 1532; Pen and brown ink; 23.7 x 37 cm (9 5, 16 x 14 9, 16 in.)

Der Schatzbehalter Moses Pharaohs Daughter recto
Der Schatzbehalter: Moses Found by Pharaohs Daughter (recto), 1491. Michael Wolgemut (German, 1434-1519). Woodcut

Der Schatzbehalter Christ Caiaphas verso 1491
Der Schatzbehalter: Christ before Caiaphas (verso), 1491. Michael Wolgemut (German, 1434-1519). Woodcut

Der Schatzbehalter Trinity 1491 Michael Wolgemut
Der Schatzbehalter: The Trinity, 1491. Michael Wolgemut (German, 1434-1519). Woodcut

Der Schatzbehalter Last Supper 1491 Michael Wolgemut
Der Schatzbehalter: The Last Supper, 1491. Michael Wolgemut (German, 1434-1519). Woodcut

Medical zodiac, 15th century diagram
Medical zodiac. 15th century diagram with Greek text illustrating how the human body relates to the zodiac signs. Such information was used in medical practices, such as bloodletting

Henry Viii / Anon Eng
KING HENRY VIII Oval, head and shoulders portrait wearing armour

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"1491: A Journey through Medieval Curiosities and Royal Intrigue" Step back in time to the year 1491, where peculiar inventions like the medieval urine wheel were considered cutting-edge medical technology. As King Henry VIII takes center stage with his infamous six wives, we delve into the captivating world of Tudor England. The enigmatic figure of Henry VIII looms large, a monarch whose reign was marked by both power and scandal. From his early days as a dashing young prince to his later years as an imposing figure plagued by marital troubles, this captivating ruler left an indelible mark on history. Venturing beyond the walls of palaces, we explore lesser-known aspects of Henry's life. At Hever Castle, witness glimpses of a more private side to this complex king - moments that reveal vulnerability amidst grandeur. But our journey doesn't stop there; it extends beyond England's borders. Discovering a medical zodiac diagram from the fifteenth century reminds us how ancient beliefs intertwined with scientific knowledge during this era. Intriguingly, even Shakespearean theater found inspiration in Henry VIII's tumultuous reign. The Players' portrayal sheds light on how historical events shaped art and entertainment for centuries to come. Yet amidst all these tales lies another remarkable individual – St Ignatius Loyola. His spiritual transformation is captured in poignant images depicting him praying fervently while Holl immortalizes him in paint forevermore. As we continue our exploration across continents, Jacques Cartier emerges as an intrepid explorer who charted new territories under royal patronage. His profile stands tall among those who dared venture into uncharted waters during this transformative period in history. Through "1491, " let us unravel the layers of intrigue surrounding King Henry VIII and his times – a tapestry woven with ambition, love affairs, religious upheaval, and cultural exchange that continues to captivate minds today.