1570 Collection (page 10)

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

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

Orteliuss map of Bohemia, 1570
Orteliuss map of Bohemia. 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 Iberian Peninsula, 1570
Orteliuss map of Iberian Peninsula. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World )

Orteliuss map of Africa, 1570
Orteliuss map of Africa. 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 Germany, 1570
Orteliuss map of Germany. 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)

St Sophia Cathedral, Vologda, Russia
View of St Sophia Cathedral in the city of Vologda, Russia. The building was consecrated in 1570 and named after Saint Sophia Cathedral in Novgorod

Town Hall, Landshut, Bavaria, Germany
View of the gothic style Town Hall in the city of Landshut, Lower Bavaria, Germany. The building was completed in 1570

Peace of Stettin
The war between Sweden and Denmark is terminated by the peace of Stettin (now Szczecin, today in Poland but then under Swedish rule)

Ice Skating 1570
The populace of a town make the most of a frozen river, by skating and congregating around it

FENCING 1570
Several men fence in palatial surroundings

Tthaddaeus Hagecius
THADDAEUS HAGECIUS (or Hagek) scholar

Garden Operations 1570
People, some of them gardening, in a formal Dutch garden. Date: 1570

Ulrich Zasius
ULRICH ZASIUS German jurist

Frenchwoman 1570
Though her country is being ravaged by the Religious Wars, this lady is more concerned with her fine gown with its high ruff; possibly this is her wedding dress ?

FRENCHWOMAN 1570- 2
A lady-in-waiting supports the hand of her mistress : though more modestly dressed, she still wears a high ruff, and deep sleeves to her fine gown

Manner of Catching Crocs
The manner of catching a crocodile

Hamiltan Shoots Moray
James Hamilton prepares to shoot James Stewart, the earl of Moray and regent of Scotland. He is assassinated in the main street of Linlithgow

Moray Assassinated / Allen
James Stewart, the earl of Moray and regent of Scotland, assassinated in the main street of Linlithgow by James Hamilton

Costume / Women / 1570
An affluent lady in her town dress and hat; another lady just behind her is dressed for a masqued ball

James Earl of Moray
James Stewart, earl of MORAY Statesman, regent of Scotland

Indians Honour European
A European voyager (Drake?) is honoured by Indians in, possibly, California

German Hay 1570
Making hay in July while the sun shines

Paper Making / German / 1570
Paper making in Germany

Francesco Primaticcio
FRANCESCO PRIMATICCIO Italian artist and architect

Francois De Bonnivard
FRANCOIS DE BONNIVARD Swiss priest and politician, imprisoned for his beliefs in the Chateau de Chillon, on the edge of Lake Geneva; subject of a poem by Byron

James Earl of Murray
JAMES STUART, earl of MURRAY Illegitimate son of James V of Scotland : adviser to Mary QOS, but opposed Darnley marriage and fought her at Langside : assassinated

Jehan Le Feron
Learned French heraldic scholar, Jehan Le Feron (1504 - 1570) presents one of his works to King Henry II of France. A miniature from the " Blason d Armoiries"

Matthias King of Hungary
Matthias of Austria is crowned as king Matyas of Hungary as well

Imperial Assembly
A session (Dersammlung) of the Imperial Assembly. The emperor is surrounded by tributary kings, princes, barons and other notables

Florent Montmorency
FLORENT de MONTMORENCY French nobleman and soldier

Thomas Middleton Dramatist

Syrian Chiefs Tribute
18th Dynasty : Syrian chiefs pay tribute to the Egyptians

FLORIS (1520 - 1570)
FRANS FLORIS - Flemish artist

Akhenaten / Temple Ceremon
The young king Akhenaten (aka Amenhotep IV) leads the temple ceremonies

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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.