Late Fifteenth Century Collection

Step back in time to the late fifteenth century, a period filled with artistic masterpieces and historical events

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: A Gothic sporting crossbow covered with birch bark overlaid with paper, late 15th century (wood)

A Gothic sporting crossbow covered with birch bark overlaid with paper, late 15th century (wood, birch bark)
1764821 A Gothic sporting crossbow covered with birch bark overlaid with paper, late 15th century (wood, birch bark); Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Battle scene between archers and cavalry, with castle and ships, c

Battle scene between archers and cavalry, with castle and ships, c. 1495-1500 (gouache and gold paint on vellum)
986282 Battle scene between archers and cavalry, with castle and ships, c.1495-1500 (gouache and gold paint on vellum) by French School

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Hercules and the Giants, c. 1475-80 (engraving)

Hercules and the Giants, c. 1475-80 (engraving)
659470 Hercules and the Giants, c.1475-80 (engraving) by Pollaiuolo, Antonio (1432/3-98) (school of); 36.7x54.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Romans attacking Augsburg, c. 1490 (brown ink and pale coloured washes on paper)

The Romans attacking Augsburg, c. 1490 (brown ink and pale coloured washes on paper)
986278 The Romans attacking Augsburg, c.1490 (brown ink and pale coloured washes on paper) by German School, (15th century); 19.7x14.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Pieta, (oil on canvas)

The Pieta, (oil on canvas)
827665 The Pieta, (oil on canvas) by Mansueti, Giovanni di Niccolo (fl.1485-1527); 37.2x42.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pieta. Giovanni di Niccolo Mansueti (active 1485-died 1527)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: An illustrated page from a Latin edition of Plutarchus Parallel Lives

An illustrated page from a Latin edition of Plutarchus Parallel Lives, depicting Theseus fighting a Centaur
985853 An illustrated page from a Latin edition of Plutarchus Parallel Lives, depicting Theseus fighting a Centaur, 1496 (woodcut) by Italian School

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Illustrated titlepage from De Agricultura, 1495 (woodcut)

Illustrated titlepage from De Agricultura, 1495 (woodcut)
985851 Illustrated titlepage from De Agricultura, 1495 (woodcut) by Italian School, (15th century); 22x15 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess, 1493 / 4 (woodcut)

The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess, 1493 / 4 (woodcut)
986344 The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess, 1493/4 (woodcut) by Italian School, (15th century); 19.7x12.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: A Cook and his Wife, c. 1496 (engraving)

A Cook and his Wife, c. 1496 (engraving)
1767112 A Cook and his Wife, c.1496 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cook and his Wife. Albrecht Durer (1471-1528)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: A bifolio depicting hunting scenes, late 15th century (gouache with gold paint on paper)

A bifolio depicting hunting scenes, late 15th century (gouache with gold paint on paper)
1196795 A bifolio depicting hunting scenes, late 15th century (gouache with gold paint on paper) by Islamic School, (15th century)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Agrippina of Coellen (Cologne), 1499 (hand-coloured woodcut)

Agrippina of Coellen (Cologne), 1499 (hand-coloured woodcut)
986285 Agrippina of Coellen (Cologne), 1499 (hand-coloured woodcut) by German School, (15th century); 30.4x20.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Agrippina of Coellen (Cologne)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: David in Prayer, c. 1460 (paint on vellum)

David in Prayer, c. 1460 (paint on vellum)
986050 David in Prayer, c.1460 (paint on vellum) by Besancon School (15th century); 22x16. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: David in Prayer (f.84)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan, 15th century (paint on vellum)

David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan, 15th century (paint on vellum)
986048 David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan, 15th century (paint on vellum) by French School, (15th century); 16.7x11 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: A large historiated initial P, depicting a Nativity scene, c

A large historiated initial P, depicting a Nativity scene, c
985974 A large historiated initial P, depicting a Nativity scene, c.1490 (tempera & gold on vellum) by Crema, Giovanni Pietro Medici Da (fl.c.1490); 18.5x18.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Nativity, with the Annunciation to the Shepherds in the Distance, (tempera on panel)

The Nativity, with the Annunciation to the Shepherds in the Distance, (tempera on panel)
990265 The Nativity, with the Annunciation to the Shepherds in the Distance, (tempera on panel) by Benvenuto di Giovanni, (1436-c.1518); 56.5x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nativity)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Last Judgement, (oil on panel)

The Last Judgement, (oil on panel)
990251 The Last Judgement, (oil on panel) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (follower of); 96.5x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Judgement. School of Hieronymus Bosch (c.1450-1516)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Cleric, bust-length wearing a black coat and cap, c. 1490 (oil on panel)

Portrait of a Cleric, bust-length wearing a black coat and cap, c. 1490 (oil on panel)
990146 Portrait of a Cleric, bust-length wearing a black coat and cap, c.1490 (oil on panel) by Venetian School, (15th century); 33.9x28.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Cleric)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Calvary (oil on canvas)

Calvary (oil on canvas)
990348 Calvary (oil on canvas) by The Master of the Death of Saint Nicholas of Munster (fl.1450-1500); 129x200 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Calvary)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Drapery Study for a kneeling figure, (brush and brownish-grey distemper heightened with

Drapery Study for a kneeling figure, (brush and brownish-grey distemper heightened with
827893 Drapery Study for a kneeling figure, (brush and brownish-grey distemper heightened with white on linen) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); 28.8x18.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Lamentation, (oil on panel)

The Lamentation, (oil on panel)
827786 The Lamentation, (oil on panel) by David, Gerard (c.1460-1523); 57.8x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lamentation. Gerard David (1460-1523). Oil on panel

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Lady, said to be Clarice Pusterla, half-length, in a Green Dress

Portrait of a Lady, said to be Clarice Pusterla, half-length, in a Green Dress
827666 Portrait of a Lady, said to be Clarice Pusterla, half-length, in a Green Dress, (oil on panel) by Boltraffio, Giovanni Antonio (1467-1516); 49.3x38.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Virgin and Child on a Crescent, 1499 (engraving)

The Virgin and Child on a Crescent, 1499 (engraving)
1767116 The Virgin and Child on a Crescent, 1499 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Virgin and Child on a Crescent. Albrecht Durer (1471-1528)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: An early Ottoman cast brass candlestick Turkey, late 15th century (brass)

An early Ottoman cast brass candlestick Turkey, late 15th century (brass)
1766449 An early Ottoman cast brass candlestick Turkey, late 15th century (brass) by Ottoman School, (15th century); 24.4 high cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Madonna and Child with Four Angels, (tempera on panel)

The Madonna and Child with Four Angels, (tempera on panel)
987174 The Madonna and Child with Four Angels, (tempera on panel) by Botticelli, Sandro (Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi) (1444/5-1510); 97 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The First Creation of Eve, 1483 (hand-coloured woodcut, gold leaf)

The First Creation of Eve, 1483 (hand-coloured woodcut, gold leaf)
985938 The First Creation of Eve, 1483 (hand-coloured woodcut, gold leaf) by German School, (15th century); 40.3x27.7. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Creation of Eve)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Thirteen scholars in a garden setting, 1485 (hand-coloured woodcut)

Thirteen scholars in a garden setting, 1485 (hand-coloured woodcut)
985881 Thirteen scholars in a garden setting, 1485 (hand-coloured woodcut) by German School, (15th century); 30.2x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Thirteen scholars in a garden setting)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: An illuminated page depicting St. Jerome in his study, and a border incorporating a

An illuminated page depicting St. Jerome in his study, and a border incorporating a
985848 An illuminated page depicting St. Jerome in his study, and a border incorporating a griffin attacked by three men, 1470 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by German School

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Allegorical figure of Mainz, 1486 (hand-coloured woodcut)

Allegorical figure of Mainz, 1486 (hand-coloured woodcut)
985809 Allegorical figure of Mainz, 1486 (hand-coloured woodcut) by German School, (15th century); 30.1x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Allegorical figure of Mainz)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Youth, bust-length, in a Dark Cap, c. 1475 (tempera on panel)

Portrait of a Youth, bust-length, in a Dark Cap, c. 1475 (tempera on panel)
827667 Portrait of a Youth, bust-length, in a Dark Cap, c.1475 (tempera on panel) by Florentine School (15th Century); 38x26.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Youth, bust-length)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: A Nude holding a Cape over his Shoudlers, (black chalk)

A Nude holding a Cape over his Shoudlers, (black chalk)
827548 A Nude holding a Cape over his Shoudlers, (black chalk) by Bartolomeo, Fra (Baccio della Porta) (1472-1517); 27x196 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Adoration of the Magi: The Virgin in the Grotto, c. 1475-80 (engraving)

The Adoration of the Magi: The Virgin in the Grotto, c. 1475-80 (engraving)
659469 The Adoration of the Magi: The Virgin in the Grotto, c.1475-80 (engraving) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506) (school of); 38.5x28.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: A panoramic view of Candia (Heraklion), Crete, 1486 (woodcut print)

A panoramic view of Candia (Heraklion), Crete, 1486 (woodcut print)
986388 A panoramic view of Candia (Heraklion), Crete, 1486 (woodcut print) by Reuwich, Erhard (fl.1488); Private Collection; (add.info.: A panoramic view of Candia (Heraklion), Crete

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Death with his Spear Pointing at Three Figures, a Pope, a King, a King and a Queen

Death with his Spear Pointing at Three Figures, a Pope, a King, a King and a Queen
986381 Death with his Spear Pointing at Three Figures, a Pope, a King, a King and a Queen, Standing in Front of a Gothic Church, c.1470 (hand-painted vellum leaf) by Unknown Artist

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Madonna and Child, (oil on panel)

The Madonna and Child, (oil on panel)
659276 The Madonna and Child, (oil on panel) by Botticelli, Sandro (1444/5-1510) (studio of); 99.1x57.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Madonna and Child)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Prodigal Son, 1496 (engraving)

The Prodigal Son, 1496 (engraving)
1767108 The Prodigal Son, 1496 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prodigal Son. Albrecht Durer (1471-1528)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: A Spotted Wolf and a Hyena, late 15th century (illuminated manuscript on buff paper)

A Spotted Wolf and a Hyena, late 15th century (illuminated manuscript on buff paper)
1196957 A Spotted Wolf and a Hyena, late 15th century (illuminated manuscript on buff paper) by Persian School, (15th century); 15.3x19.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Persian

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Madonna and Child, (tempera on gold ground panel, in a later engaged frame)

The Madonna and Child, (tempera on gold ground panel, in a later engaged frame)
827661 The Madonna and Child, (tempera on gold ground panel, in a later engaged frame) by Domenico di Michelino, (1417-91); 44.2x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Madonna and Child)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, 1491 (woodcut)

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)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Coronation of Louis the Pious, 1493 (illuminated printed woodcut on vellum)

Coronation of Louis the Pious, 1493 (illuminated printed woodcut on vellum)
986168 Coronation of Louis the Pious, 1493 (illuminated printed woodcut on vellum) by Verard, Antoine (1450-1519); about 38.5x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation of Louis the Pious)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Various bird species in a landscape, 1499 (hand-coloured woodcut)

Various bird species in a landscape, 1499 (hand-coloured woodcut)
985880 Various bird species in a landscape, 1499 (hand-coloured woodcut) by German School, (15th century); 26.2x18.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Various bird species in a landscape)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Panoramic view of Rhodes, 1486 (hand-coloured woodcut)

Panoramic view of Rhodes, 1486 (hand-coloured woodcut)
985810 Panoramic view of Rhodes, 1486 (hand-coloured woodcut) by Reuwich, Erhard (fl.1488); 30.1x86 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Panoramic view of Rhodes)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Creation of Eve, 1483 (hand-coloured woodcut)

Creation of Eve, 1483 (hand-coloured woodcut)
985808 Creation of Eve, 1483 (hand-coloured woodcut) by German School, (15th century); 39.2x26.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Creation of Eve. From a German Bible)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Saint Christopher, c. 1490-1500 (bodycolour heightened with gold, on vellum)

Saint Christopher, c. 1490-1500 (bodycolour heightened with gold, on vellum)
659242 Saint Christopher, c. 1490-1500 (bodycolour heightened with gold, on vellum) by Bourdichon, Jean (1457-1521); 13x8.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Christopher. Jean Bourdichon (ca)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: An unrecorded Annamese blue and white ewer formed as a kneeling attendant (ceramic)

An unrecorded Annamese blue and white ewer formed as a kneeling attendant (ceramic)
1764847 An unrecorded Annamese blue and white ewer formed as a kneeling attendant (ceramic) by Vietnamese School; 31.2 high cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Virgin and Child enthroned with two Angels, (oil on marouflaged panel)

The Virgin and Child enthroned with two Angels, (oil on marouflaged panel)
990136 The Virgin and Child enthroned with two Angels, (oil on marouflaged panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); 68.5x52 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: Christ Teaching His Disciples, Within an Initial I, c

Christ Teaching His Disciples, Within an Initial I, c
986339 Christ Teaching His Disciples, Within an Initial I, c.1480 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by Pellegrino di Mariano (15th century) (circle of); 17.5x13.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Late Fifteenth Century Collection: The Holy Trinity: God the Father in His Majesty Enthroned, Holding Orb and Sceptre

The Holy Trinity: God the Father in His Majesty Enthroned, Holding Orb and Sceptre
986338 The Holy Trinity: God the Father in His Majesty Enthroned, Holding Orb and Sceptre, Represented with Three Faces, Within an Initial B

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Step back in time to the late fifteenth century, a period filled with artistic masterpieces and historical events. Immerse yourself in the vivid battle scene between archers and cavalry, set against the backdrop of a majestic castle and ships sailing on distant waters. This awe-inspiring artwork, created around 1495-1500 using gouache and gold paint on vellum, captures the intensity of warfare during this era. Another captivating piece from this time is "Hercules and the Giants, " an engraving crafted between 1475-1480. Marvel at Hercules' strength as he battles against towering giants, showcasing both his physical prowess and legendary status. Intrigue unfolds before your eyes as you gaze upon "The Romans attacking Augsburg. " Executed with brown ink and pale colored washes on paper circa 1490, this artwork transports you to a tumultuous moment in history when ancient Rome clashed with its enemies. "The Massacre of the Innocents" depicts a tragic biblical event through intricate paintwork and ink on gold ground on vellum. Created around 1490, this haunting portrayal evokes deep emotions while reminding us of humanity's capacity for cruelty. Moving away from battle scenes, we encounter "The Pieta, " an oil painting on canvas that exudes profound sorrow and compassion. Its timeless beauty resonates even today as it portrays Mary cradling her son Jesus after his crucifixion. Delve into classical mythology with an illustrated page from a Latin edition of Plutarchus Parallel Lives depicting Theseus valiantly fighting a Centaur. This woodcut print dating back to 1496 showcases both artistic skill and storytelling ability. An illustrated title page from De Agricultura (1495) captivates viewers with its intricate woodcut design that draws them into the world of agriculture during this era. It serves as a testament to both practical knowledge dissemination through books and artistic expression.