1570 Collection

Orteliuss map of Ottoman Empire, 1570
Orteliuss map of the Ottoman Empire. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World )

16th century map of the British Isles
Map of the British Isles, in the 1570 edition of Ortelius Atlas (Theatrum Orbis Terrarum). Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598) was a Flemish mapmaker who is considered to have produced the first true atlas

Nubians in Ancient Egypt
Nubians from the south bring tribute to the Egyptian Pharaoh; they wear a variety of clothing - skirts short or long, tunics, animal skins, and plumed headgear

Venetian Galley 1570
A Venetian Galley (Galleas) at the time of the Battle of Lepanto (1571)

Orteliuss map of Italy, 1570
Orteliuss map of Italy. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of Poland, 1570
Orteliuss map of Poland. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of Greece, 1570
Orteliuss map of Greece. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World) by Abraham Or
Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World). Is considered to be the first true modern atlas. Written by Abraham Ortelius and originally printed on May 20, 1570, in Antwerp. World Map

Woman Water Jug Standing woman bare breasts pouring water
Woman with Water Jug, Standing woman with bare breasts pouring water into a jug. Probably the personification Temperantia

Orteliuss world map, 1570
Orteliuss world map. This world map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

FENCING WITH PIKES 1570
Three pairs of fencers fight with pikes, as musicians play in the background. Date: 1570

FENCING TARGET PRACTICE
A fencer practises his thrust by aiming at a mounted target. Date: 1570

1570, Ortelius Map of Asia, first edition, Abraham Ortelius, also Orthellius, 1527 - 1598, Flemish, Netherlandish cartographer and geographer

Orteliuss map of Holland, 1570
Orteliuss map of Holland. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of Portugal, 1570
Orteliuss map of Portugal. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Royal Exchange (Original
Inspired by the bourse at Antwerp, Thomas Gresham built the first Royal Exchange at Cornhill, City of London; it was destroyed in the Fire of London, 1666

Folklore / Unicorns
The figure of the CAMPHUR, an amphibious beast found in Ethiopia, a species of unicorn

New World, 1570
Early Map of Americas 1570, Ortelius

Pieta, ca. 1570, by Luis de Morales (1515-1586). Detail
Luis de Morales (1515-1586). Spanish painter. Pieta, ca.1570. Detail. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019

French carriage, 16th century
Design for a new royal carriage by Jacques Besson - it looks very heavy, but the horses look good and strong ! Date: C.1570

The History of Hannibal, c. 1570 (tapestry)
CUL4894909 The History of Hannibal, c.1570 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); (add.info.: The History of Hannibal: The crossing of the Alps. ca. 1570. Detail)

The History of Hannibal, c. 1570 (tapestry)
CUL4894838 The History of Hannibal, c.1570 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); (add.info.: The History of Hannibal: The crossing of the Alps. ca. 1570. Detail)

The History of Hannibal, c. 1570 (tapestry)
CUL4894934 The History of Hannibal, c.1570 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); (add.info.: The History of Hannibal: The crossing of the Alps. ca. 1570. Detail)

An Iznik pottery tile, with a symmetrical design of four red
1196840 An Iznik pottery tile, with a symmetrical design of four red and green palmettes around a central stellar flowerhead, c

King Solomon and a Peri, c. 1570 (gouache with gold paint on paper)
1196793 King Solomon and a Peri, c. 1570 (gouache with gold paint on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 12x12 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Persian, out of copyright

Luigi Mocenigo, Doge 1570 (engraving)
5995227 Luigi Mocenigo, Doge 1570 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luigi Mocenigo, Doge 1570)

Courtyard of the Archepiscopal Seminary of Milan, 1570. Designed by the architect Giuseppe Meda. Cortile del Seminario in Milano. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre Jr

An Iznik pottery dish, with a central roundel depicting three bunches of grapes
1196744 An Iznik pottery dish, with a central roundel depicting three bunches of grapes and vine leaves, c.1570 (ceramic) by Turkish School

Two Iznik pottery tiles, circa 1560-1570, 1560; 1570 (ceramic)
1196732 Two Iznik pottery tiles, circa 1560-1570, 1560; 1570 (ceramic) by Turkish School, (16th century); 23.5x24; 26.5x24 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Turkish, out of copyright

An Iznik border tile, with a central flowerhead between scrolling palmette and leafy vine
1196731 An Iznik border tile, with a central flowerhead between scrolling palmette and leafy vine, c.1570 (ceramic) by Turkish School

Victoria And Albert Museum: Bronze Door Knocker, Italian, about 1570 (engraving)
6011255 Victoria And Albert Museum: Bronze Door Knocker, Italian, about 1570 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bronze Door Knocker, Italian, about 1570)

Corps des 200 Gentilshommes de la Garde du Roi, 1570 (coloured engraving)
2794112 Corps des 200 Gentilshommes de la Garde du Roi, 1570 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corps des 200 Gentilshommes de la Garde du Roi)

German men in costume - a flag bearer, a flautist and a satirical singer. Date: 1570

An Iznik pottery border tile, with bold cintamani triple roundels and paired waves, c
1196839 An Iznik pottery border tile, with bold cintamani triple roundels and paired waves, c. 1570 (ceramic) by Islamic School

Victoria And Albert Museum: Lamp or Candlestick, bronze, Italian, about 1570 (engraving)
6011316 Victoria And Albert Museum: Lamp or Candlestick, bronze, Italian, about 1570 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lamp or Candlestick, bronze)

Dancing: The Cushion Dance, Elizabethan, 1570 (litho)
6027883 Dancing: The Cushion Dance, Elizabethan, 1570 (litho) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cushion Dance, Elizabethan, 1570)

Victoria And Albert Museum: Mandoline, beechwood, French, about 1570 (engraving)
6011292 Victoria And Albert Museum: Mandoline, beechwood, French, about 1570 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mandoline, beechwood, French, about 1570)

A Pilgrim, c. 1570 (w / c & gold on paper)
1196776 A Pilgrim, c.1570 (w/c & gold on paper) by Mughal School, (16th century); 19x12.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Upper cover of a German bible, with engraved silver plaques depicting the crucifixion
985685 Upper cover of a German bible, with engraved silver plaques depicting the crucifixion and the four evangelists, 1570 (crimson velvet, copper-gilt engraved centerpiece)

Noahs Ark, 1570 (hand-coloured woodcut vignette, gold paint)
985686 Noahs Ark, 1570 (hand-coloured woodcut vignette, gold paint) by German School, (16th century); 10.6x15.3 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Siege of Nicosia, Cyprus, by the Ottomans
6317565 Siege of Nicosia, Cyprus, by the Ottomans by Luyken, Jan (1649-1712) (after); (add.info.: The Siege of Nicosia, Cyprus, by the Ottoman army in 1570)

An Iznik tile with plum blossoms and tulips, made circa 1570
1196730 An Iznik tile with plum blossoms and tulips, made circa 1570, and a 17th century Iznik tile with red and blue split palmette

Two views of the Pantheon, 1570 (woodcut)
1195476 Two views of the Pantheon, 1570 (woodcut) by Palladio, Andrea (1508-80) (after); 29.3x19.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

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Step back in time to the year 1570, a period of exploration and cultural exchange. Orteliuss map of the Ottoman Empire reveals the vastness and complexity of this powerful empire that stretched across three continents. Meanwhile, a 16th-century map of the British Isles showcases the evolving political landscape during this era. Intriguingly, a Venetian Galley from 1570 sails through turbulent waters, symbolizing both trade and conflict in the Mediterranean region. The presence of Nubians in Ancient Egypt reminds us of Africa's rich history intertwined with ancient civilizations. Orteliuss meticulous cartography also captures Italy's diverse regions, Poland's shifting borders, and Greece's storied past. His magnum opus, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World), presents an awe-inspiring world view that expands our horizons beyond imagination. Amidst these historical snapshots emerges an unexpected scene: Fencing with pikes in 1570. This martial art was not only practiced for self-defense but also as a form of entertainment. Target practice honed warriors' skills while ensuring their readiness for battle. Finally, Orteliuss map transports us to his homeland - Holland - where he meticulously charts its cities and waterways. These maps serve as windows into a bygone era when explorers dared to venture into uncharted territories.