Reformation Collection (page 9)

Title page of Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin
939901 Title page of Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin, French 1st Edition, 1541 (engraving) by French School

Caricature of Luther, Calvin and Menno Simons disputing Christ and his teaching
939895 Caricature of Luther, Calvin and Menno Simons disputing Christ and his teaching (engraving) by Dutch School, (16th century)

Luther at the Casement, illustration from The History of Protestantism
619656 Luther at the Casement, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub. 1878 (engraving) by English School

Luther Burning the Popes Bull, illustration from
619654 Luther Burning the Popes Bull, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Luther nailing his Theses to the door of the Schloss-Kirk at Wittemberg
619649 Luther nailing his Theses to the door of the Schloss-Kirk at Wittemberg, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Martin Luther in poverty (engraving)
672336 Martin Luther in poverty (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther in poverty)

Luther Preaches using his Bible Translation while Imprisoned at Wartburg
XKH149287 Luther Preaches using his Bible Translation while Imprisoned at Wartburg, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Vogel, Hugo (1855-1934); 182.5x236.5 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Medal struck by Pope Julius III to commemorate the restoration of England to the Catholic
XJF336997 Medal struck by Pope Julius III to commemorate the restoration of England to the Catholic Church, 1554 (silver) by da Cavino

Title page of De Controversiis by Robert Bellarmine
CHT344023 Title page of De Controversiis by Robert Bellarmine, edition published in Cologne in 1620 (printed paper) by German School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Anne Boleyns Box (engraving)
724595 Anne Boleyns Box (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne Boleyns Box. Illustration for History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century by J H)

The reading of the Augsburg Confession (litho)
475446 The reading of the Augsburg Confession (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reading of the Augsburg Confession on 25 June 1530 in the Augsburger)

Printers emblem of Robert Estienne, Paris, 1526 (woodcut)
CHT418495 Printers emblem of Robert Estienne, Paris, 1526 (woodcut) by French School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The crisis of the Reformation in Switzerland (colour litho)
3621073 The crisis of the Reformation in Switzerland (colour litho) by Courvoisier, Jules (1884 - 1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crisis of the Reformation in Switzerland)

Praying Hands, 1508 (brush, ink and wash)
3696948 Praying Hands, 1508 (brush, ink and wash) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 29.1x19.7 cm; Graphische Sammlung Albertina, Vienna

Portrait of Katharina von Bora, Wife of Martin Luther, 1529 (mixed media)
3597127 Portrait of Katharina von Bora, Wife of Martin Luther, 1529 (mixed media) by Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553); diameter: 10 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Portrait of the Anabaptist David Joris, c. 1540-45 (oil on oak wood)
3597164 Portrait of the Anabaptist David Joris, c.1540-45 (oil on oak wood) by Dutch School, (16th century); 88.9x68.4 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: David Joris (c)

View of Cologne
3780806 View of Cologne by Woensam, Anton (c.1492-1541) (after); (add.info.: View of Cologne with a still unfinished cathedral, 1531. Woodcut by Anton von Worms German artist 1492 - 1541 From Prof)

The death of Martin Luther (engraving)
3647742 The death of Martin Luther (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Martin Luther)

Martin Luther with the dead body of his daughter Magdalena, 1542 (engraving)
3647738 Martin Luther with the dead body of his daughter Magdalena, 1542 (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info)

Martin Luther sits for a painting by Lucas Cranach the Elder (engraving)
3647731 Martin Luther sits for a painting by Lucas Cranach the Elder (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info)

Martin Luther, Vicar of Saxony and Thuringia (engraving)
3647712 Martin Luther, Vicar of Saxony and Thuringia (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther, Vicar of Saxony and Thuringia)

Martin Luther in a philosophy and theology lecture for his Bachelors degree (engraving)
3647708 Martin Luther in a philosophy and theology lecture for his Bachelors degree (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info)

Martin Luther is consoled by a fellow monk during his spiritual torment at the monastery (engraving)
3647707 Martin Luther is consoled by a fellow monk during his spiritual torment at the monastery (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info)

Martin Luther in spiritual torment (engraving)
3647705 Martin Luther in spiritual torment (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther in spiritual torment)

Gustav I Vasa, King of Sweden, confronting Peter Sunnanvader, Bishop of Vasteras, 1527 (engraving)
3647419 Gustav I Vasa, King of Sweden, confronting Peter Sunnanvader, Bishop of Vasteras, 1527 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gustav I Vasa)

The Hussite general Prokop the Great before Naumburg, 1432 (engraving)
3647333 The Hussite general Prokop the Great before Naumburg, 1432 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hussite general Prokop the Great before Naumburg)

Release of John Frederick I, Elector of Saxony, from captivity at the hands of the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V in
3646890 Release of John Frederick I, Elector of Saxony, from captivity at the hands of the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V in Linz, Austria, 1552 (engraving) by German School

An armed procession of The Catholic League of France aka Holy League
3714031 An armed procession of The Catholic League of France aka Holy League, from Ward and Locks Illustrated History of the World, pub

Portrait of Erasmus, 1526 (engraving)
3545903 Portrait of Erasmus, 1526 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24.9x19.3 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Pensive Christ and the Virgin Mary Grieving, c. 1518-20 (oil on wood)
3588542 The Pensive Christ and the Virgin Mary Grieving, c.1518-20 (oil on wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); each panel: 29x19.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; German

Franz von Sickingen, German knight of the Reformation period (engraving)
3646290 Franz von Sickingen, German knight of the Reformation period (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Franz von Sickingen (1483-1521)

Martin Luther as an Augustinian Monk (engraving)
3646284 Martin Luther as an Augustinian Monk (engraving) by Cranach, Lucas the Elder (1472-1553) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther (1483-1546) as an Augustinian Monk

Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury (coloured engraving)
3639027 Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556)

Philipp Melanchthon, German Protestant reformer (engraving)
3646553 Philipp Melanchthon, German Protestant reformer (engraving) by Cranach, Lucas the Younger (1515-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philipp Melanchthon (1497-1560)

The Seven Heads of Martin Luther (engraving)
3646528 The Seven Heads of Martin Luther (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Seven Heads of Martin Luther)

The Bride and Bridegroom (engraving)
3646503 The Bride and Bridegroom (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bride and Bridegroom. From Holbeins Totentanz (Danse Macabre)

The Miser (engraving)
3646501 The Miser (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Miser. From Holbeins Totentanz (Danse Macabre)

The Astrologer (engraving)
3646500 The Astrologer (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Astrologer. From Holbeins Totentanz (Danse Macabre)

The Noble Knight (engraving)
3646487 The Noble Knight (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Noble Knight. From Holbeins Totentanz (Danse Macabre)

The Bishop (engraving)
3646484 The Bishop (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bishop. From Holbeins Totentanz (Danse Macabre)

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The Reformation: A Revolutionary Movement in Religious History The Reformation, led by Martin Luther, was a pivotal moment in religious history that forever changed the course of Christianity. In 1517, Luther boldly nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany, sparking a wave of dissent against the corrupt practices of the Catholic Church. Luther's defense before Holy Roman Emperor Charles V at the Diet in Worms in April 1521 showcased his unwavering commitment to challenging established norms and seeking spiritual truth. This iconic event is immortalized through a line engraving from the 19th century, capturing Luther's courageous stand against religious authority. As Luther's ideas gained momentum across Europe, other influential figures emerged. John Calvin played a significant role with his theological teachings and leadership in Geneva. His impact on Protestantism cannot be overstated as he advocated for reforming church practices and emphasizing individual faith. Satirical depictions mocking Martin Luther highlight both opposition and fascination with this movement. The illustration "Fleisch macht Fleisch" (Meat Gives Meat) from 1555 reflects societal reactions to Luther's views on fasting during Lent – an example of how deeply ingrained traditions were challenged during this period. Meanwhile, William Tyndale contributed immensely to spreading Reformation ideals by translating the Bible into English so that common people could access it directly without relying solely on clergy interpretation. In England, Henry VIII's desire for divorce sparked further reformation efforts resulting in England breaking away from papal authority. This marked another significant chapter within this transformative movement. The Reformation was not just about theological debates; it had profound social and political implications as well. It reshaped societies across Europe and ignited discussions about power structures within religion and government alike. Today we remember these brave individuals like Martin Luther who fearlessly stood up against corruption while risking their lives for what they believed was right.