1409 Collection

Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry - September
SEPTEMBER The wine harvest takes place close to the Chateau de Saumur Date: 1409 - 1487

Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry - July
JULY Gathering the harvest and tending sheep close to the chateau de Poitiers Date: 1409 - 1487

Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry - June
JUNE Making hay within sight of the royal palace at Paris, the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie Date: 1409 - 1487

Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry - January
JANUARY The Duc de Berry at table, surrounded by courtiers Date: 1409 - 1487

Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry - February
FEBRUARY A French farm in winter Date: 1409 - 1487

Tottenham High Cross was erected in Tottenham sometime between 1600 and 1609 by Owen Wood, Dean of Armagh, on the site of a wooden wayside cross first mentioned in 1409

Fra Francesc Eiximenis (Girona, 1330-Perpignan, 1409)
3499650 Fra Francesc Eiximenis (Girona, 1330-Perpignan, 1409) by Catalan School, (14th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Fra Francesc Eiximenis (Girona, 1330-Perpignan, 1409)

ANTI-POPE ALEXANDER V Date: reigned 1409 - 1410

BERRY / AUGUST
AUGUST While peasants bring in the harvest and bathe in the river near the chateau dEtampes, a noble party ride out with their falcons Date: 1409 - 1487

BERRY / APRIL
APRIL Courtly life in the grounds of the chateau de Dourdan - lovers exchange rings, girls pick spring flowers Date: 1409 - 1487

BERRY / MAY
MAY Celebrating May Day near the town of Riom, in the Auvergne - a procession of noble folk, accompanied by musicians, ride out in the woods Date: 1409 - 1487

Gloucester Central Station, 1959
A view of Gloucester Central station in Gloucestershire, 1959, showing the curvature of the platforms, locomotive No. 1409 and the water tank

Johannes Fugger
JOHANNES FUGGER German weaver who established himself in Augsburg (1367) and conducted a successful textile trade Date: 1348 - 1409

FOXE: BOOK OF MARTYRS. Martyrdom of Thomas Badby, a Lollard, at Smithfield, England, 1409. Wood engraving from an 1832 American edition of John Foxes Book of Martyrs

Thomas Merke
THOMAS MERKE English churchman, bishop of Carlisle Date: ? - 1409

Rene D anjou
Rene, duc d Anjou, duc de Lorraine, titular king of Naples but driven out, retired to Provence where he maintained a court noted for its culture

Charles VI (1368-1422), the Beloved. King of France. Charles
Charles VI (1368-1422), the Beloved. King of France from 1380 to his death. Charles IVs secretary Pierre Salmon presents the manuscript to Charles VI. Miniature. 15th century. France National Library

Isabella De Valois
ISABELLA DE VALOIS 2nd wife of Richard II of England. Later married the poet Charles d Orleans, Count of Angouleme. Date: 1389 - 1409

Sepulchre of the Bishop Ramon d Escaldes. 1409 - 1411. SPAIN. Barcelona. Cathedral. Gothic art. Sculpture on marble

Missal with scene of the Crucifixion. School of Avignon (1409). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. National Library

Limbourg Brothers, Saint Christopher Carrying the Christ Child, Netherlandish, active 1406-1416, c. 1409, miniature on vellum

EIXIMENIS, Francesc (1327-1409). Franciscan religious man and writer. Lo Cresti. (The Christian). Third Book, where

Jean De Montaigu
JEAN DE MONTAIGU French statesman and financier

Eude Des Ursins
EUDE JUVENAL des URSINS lady of the French court

Wine Harvest, Saumur
Peasants sow next years crops within sight of the Palais du Louvre, Paris

Hawking, Medieval Fran
AUGUST While peasants bring in the harvest and bathe in the river near the chateau d Etampes, a noble party ride out with their falcons

Hay Making, C15 France
JUNE Making hay within sight of the royal palace at Paris, the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie

May Day Near Riom
MAY Celebrating May Day near the town of Riom, in the Auvergne - a procession of noble folk, accompanied by musicians, ride out in the woods

Noble Persons in Country
APRIL Courtly life in the grounds of the chateau de Dourdan - lovers exchange rings, girls pick spring flowers

French Farm in Winter
FEBRUARY A French farm in winter

Berry / January
JANUARY The Duc de Berry at table, surrounded by courtiers

Berry / December
DECEMBER Near the chateau de Vincennes, dogs bring down a wild boar

Berry / November
NOVEMBER A swineherd throws his stick among the oak branches to bring down the acorns to feed his animals

Berry / October
OCTOBER Peasants sow next years crops within sight of the Palais du Louvre, Paris

Berry / March
MARCH Plowing and tending vines near the chateau de Lusignan : the fairy Melusine, in the form of a dragon, is seen flying over the chateau

Harvest, Sheep C15
JULY Gathering the harvest and tending sheep close to the chateau de Poitiers

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"1409: A Year of Riches, Art, and Historical Significance" In the Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry, September brings a vivid depiction of autumnal beauty. The intricate illuminations transport us to the opulent world of the Duke's court in medieval France. January showcases another masterpiece from this renowned manuscript - a scene capturing the frosty charm of winter. It reminds us of the importance placed on marking time during that era. Moving into February, we witness a lively carnival scene with masked revelers dancing through the streets. This vibrant illustration captures the spirit of festivity and celebration during this month. Shifting our focus to Gloucester Central Station in 1959, we glimpse into an entirely different era. The hustle and bustle of commuters paints a picture of progress and modernity amidst historical references. Johannes Fugger's name echoes through history as one of Europe's most influential merchants during this period. His entrepreneurial prowess shaped economies and left an indelible mark on trade routes across continents. July unfolds in Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry with its radiant colors depicting summer landscapes filled with bounty. It serves as a reminder that nature played an integral role in people's lives even centuries ago. June presents yet another exquisite illumination from this illustrious manuscript – showcasing scenes from rural life where peasants toiled under sunny skies while embracing their connection to land and labor. Thomas Merke emerges as a prominent figure whose contributions spanned various fields such as academia, diplomacy, theology, and law – leaving behind an enduring legacy for future generations to admire. Tottenham High Cross stands tall as both a physical landmark and symbolizes unity within communities throughout history – reminding us that even amidst change, some things remain constant pillars in society. Fra Francesc Eiximenis' profound impact on religious thought is felt long after his passing in 1409.