16th Collection (page 2)

Dance of Death / Holbein
Old or young, rich or poor, powerful or weak - whoever you are, Death insists that you join in his Dance !

Mermaid of Zennor
At Zennor, Cornwall, a mermaid takes a passer-by by surprise

Jester in cap and bells
A jester, traditionally dressed in cap and bells, holding a stick with a jesters likeness, variously known as a jester stick, fools wand or ninny stick

MALAGA
The port of Malaga, in Andalucia, is dominated by its 16th century cathedral

Clink Street, London
Close to Southwark Cathedral, Clink Street was the site of the Clink Prison where, in the 16th century, heretics were held; the bridges are used for transportation of goods

Loseley House / 1850
Loseley House, Surrey, a fine Tudor manor house

Theatregoing / Globe / C16Th
The Wooden O : Shakespeares summer theatre. Outside the first of the Globe theatres; the audience arriving at the playhouse

Mary, Queen of Scots (Mary Stuart / Mary I of Scotland)
Mary, Queen of Scots (15421587) (Mary Stuart / Mary I of Scotland). Date: circa 1580s

Map of Italian Peninsula, Islands of Corsica and Sardinia and Adriatic coast. Engraving. 16th century

Inhabitants of Moscow, Russia.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages (1796)

MOSTAERT, Jan (1470-1556). Ecce Homo. 1st half 16th c. Dutch school. Renaissance art. Oil on wood. SPAIN. Burgos. Provincial Archaeological Museum

Shahnameh. The Book of Kings. 16th c. Faridun

RAIMUNDI, Vicente (16th century). Antiphonary of Charles V. 1537. Santiago Matamoros fighting. Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. Madrid. National Library

St. Machars Cathedral. Old Aberdeen, Scotland. These, the two Western towers, were completed by Bishop Henry de Lichtoun between 1423 and 1440. Date: 14th - 16th century

Valentina Tereshkova
Portrait of Valentina Tereshkova (b.1937), Russian cosmonaut and the first woman in space. Tereshkova flew on Vostock 6, launched on 16 June 1963

Knole / Green Court West
Imposing mediaeval, Kentish ragstone house, home of the Sackville family from the 16th century. This view shows the Green Court with its magnificent gatehouse

Scottish Border Raiders
Scottish raiders cross the border

France / Strasbourg 1590
A view of the ancient walled city of Strasbourg and surrounding countryside as it looked at the end of the 16th century

Greek-Latin Dictionary
Johann Scapulas Greek-Latin Lexicon is a contribution to Renaissance studies of classical literature when Roman borrowings from Greek are important to scholars

Egyptian Hieroglyphics
An example of Egyptian hieroglyphics

16C Scandinavian Baking
A baker and his wife in 16th century Scandinavia

Toilet / Hair / Barber
Gentleman at the barbers gets a haircut, while a chap in the background has his washed

Map of Corsica. Italian engraving. 16th century

Shahnameh. The Book of Kings. 16th c. Sohrab looks carefully at some of the tents in the camp. 16th c. Persian art. Safavid period. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Chantilly

Hugo Grotius, Dutch jurist
Hugo Grotius (1583-1645), Dutch jurist and founder of international law. Grotius was born at Delft and at just 11 years of age went to university at Leiden. He became an advocate in 1599

Edmund Spenser reading to Raleigh
Edmund Spenser reading the first part of his epic poem The Faerie Queen to Sir Walter Raleigh in Ireland

Four Rc Doctors 16C
The four doctors of the Catholic Church: Augustine, Gregory, Jerome and Ambrose, sitting at a table with their books

Tudor Chimneys
Some fine Tudor chimneys at Bramhall Hall, Cheshire, England

Lady Plays Lute at Knole
An aristocratic lady plays her lute in a room at Knole, Kent

Lady in Bedroom, Knole
An aristocratic lady at her toilet, in a bedroom at Knole, Kent

Social Scenes / C16
A group of aristocrats in the Hall at Knole, Kent

Map of Westminster, 1593
Map of Westminster, London, 1593

The Garden of Earthly Delights, 1500-1505, by Hieronymus
Hieronymus Bosch (c.1450-1516). Dutch painter. The Garden of Earthly Delights, 1500-1505, Triptych. Detail of a left panel depicting a cat with a mouse in his mouth. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

16th century red and yellow Jesters Cap costume map of the world
16th century Jesters Cap map of the world 1590

Minoan art. Greece. 16th century B. C. Fresco of boxing kids
Minoan art. Greece. 16th century B.C. Fresco of boxing kids. Fight between two teens provided with gloves and a belt. Painted stucco. Room B1 from Akrotiri (Thera). (1550-1500 BC)

Unveiling of the Royal Scots Grey Memorial, Princes Street
The unveiling ceremony of the Royal Scots Grey Memorial by William Birnie Rhind (1853 - 1933), West Gardens Cottage, Princes St, Edinburgh, Scotland - by Earl of Rosebery on 16th November 1906

The Annunciation, 1597-1600, by El Greco
El Greco (1541-1614). Cretan painter. The Annunciation, 1597-1600. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552) in Goa (India)
Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552), Spanish missionary, through the streets of the Portuguese colony of Goa (India) in 1542. French engraving, 1850. Colored

Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519). Italian polymath. La Belle Fe
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519). Italian polymath, painter, sculptor, architedt. Renaissance. La belle Ferronniere, 1490-95. Museum of Louvre. Paris. France

The Transfiguration of Christ, 1516-1520, by Raphael (1483-1
Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino) (1483-1520). Italian painter. The Transfiguration of Christ, 1516-1520. Pinacoteca Vaticana. Vatican City

Isabella of Portugal (1503-1539). Engraving. Colored
Isabella of Portugal (1503-1539). Queen of Spain and Empress of Germany. Engraving after a painting of Titian, by Al Dauvergne. The Artistic Illustration, 1902. Colored

The Sermon of Saint John the Baptist by Pieter Brueghel the
Pieter Brueghel the Elder (c.1525-1569). Flemish painter. The Sermon of Saint John the Baptist. Detail. Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest. Hungary

The Florida. 16th century. Timucua Indian village. Food transportation by canoe. Engraving by Theodore de Bry (1528-1598). Brevis narratio floridae Eorum Quae in.... Frankfurt, 1591

Christopher Columbus at La Rabida, 1872. By F. Adam
Christopher Columbus (1451-1506). Genoese navigator. Columbus at the Convent of La Rabida, 1872. Copy by F. Adam of the homonimous painting by Eduardo Cano de la Pena. Maritime Museum. Barcelona

The Mond Crucifixion by Raphael
Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino) (1483-1520). Italian painter. The Mond Crucifixion. 1502-1503. National Gallery. London. United Kingdom

Mycenaean art. Greece. Silver rhyton as head of a bull with golden horns and forehead adorned with a gold rosette. Royal Tomb IV at Mycenae. 16th century BCE. National Archaeological Museum. Athens

Byzantine art. Greece. Virgin Hodegetria. Icon. Greece
Byzantine art. Greece. Virgin Hodegetria. Icon from the church of Agios Demetrios tou Kolla. Dated to the mid-sixteenth century. Byzantine Museum. Zante. Ionian Islands

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

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In the 16th century, a world of wonder and change unfolded before our eyes. From the delicate strokes of Durer's praying hands to Anne Boleyn's captivating presence, this era was filled with remarkable moments that shaped history. As we gaze upon Durer's artistry, his portrayal of praying hands reminds us of the deep spirituality that permeated society during this time. The religious fervor was not limited to Europe alone; in distant lands like Mexico, Alonso de Santa Cruz meticulously crafted a map of Tenochtitlan, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry that existed beyond borders. Amidst political intrigue and power struggles, figures like Anne Boleyn emerged as influential icons. Her enigmatic allure captivated hearts and minds alike, leaving an indelible mark on Tudor England. Meanwhile, SANTI di TITO immortalized Niccolo through his portrait - a testament to the importance placed on individuality and self-expression. The Mary Rose stands as a symbol of maritime exploration during this period. This majestic ship sailed across uncharted waters with brave souls aboard who sought new horizons and discoveries yet unknown. And while ships ventured into uncharted territories, James Clark depicted the harrowing Bombardment of Hartlepools - reminding us of the harsh realities faced by communities caught in conflicts. Artistic expression flourished in various forms: from Guido Reni's masterpiece depicting The Assumption of the Virgin Mary to Durer's Young Hare capturing nature's beauty with astounding precision. These works remind us that creativity knows no bounds and can transcend time itself. Beyond art lies Elizabethan London - a bustling city teeming with life and energy. It was here where Shakespeare penned timeless plays that continue to resonate today. In addition to literature came sport; boxing rules were established in 1743, laying down foundations for one-on-one combat within defined boundaries. The 16th century encapsulated an age marked by exploration, religious fervor, artistic brilliance, and societal transformation.