1493 Collection

The Dance of Death (1493) by Michael Wolgemut, from the Liber chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel. Colored engraving

The Zodiac Man, the oldest printed bloodletting chart, showing the astrological signs for bloodletting
BLOODLETTING CHART, 1493. The Zodiac Man, the oldest printed bloodletting chart, showing the astrological signs for bloodletting

WOLFMAN 1493
A wolfman - human below the neck, but a wolf above it

Icarus by Durer 1493
Icarus and Daedalus fly together. Then Icarus falls from the sky as the sun melts his wings

Regensburg, Germany, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600021 Regensburg, Germany, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Regensburg (Germany). Engraving. Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Babilon, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600015 Babilon, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Babilon. Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Venice, Italy, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600012 Venice, Italy, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Venice (Italy). Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Alexandria, Egypt (engraving)
3600005 Alexandria, Egypt (engraving); (add.info.: Egypt. Alexandria. Engraving of the city. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Hebrew city of Tiberias, Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (engraving)
3600026 Hebrew city of Tiberias, Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (engraving); (add.info.: Hebrew city of Tiberias. Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Woodcut showing Saint Aegidius or Saint Giles 1493
1579260 Woodcut showing Saint Aegidius or Saint Giles 1493; (add.info.: Woodcut showing Saint Aegidius or Saint Giles (circa 650-circa 710), hermit saint from Athens

Christopher Columbus greeted by Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella of Castile on his return from his first voyage to
528577 Christopher Columbus greeted by Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella of Castile on his return from his first voyage to the New World, February 1493

Aesop - probably legendary Greek fabulist. 1493 (Woodcut from Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi)
530892 Aesop - probably legendary Greek fabulist. 1493 (Woodcut from Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle)); (add.info.: According to Herodotus)

Illustration showing Sun dog phenomenon depicted in the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493
5311491 Illustration showing Sun dog phenomenon depicted in the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493. This version was associated with the death of Julius Caesar in 44 BC

woodcut showing Adam and Eve after their banishment from the Garden of Eden
5311183 woodcut showing Adam and Eve after their banishment from the Garden of Eden. Eve is shown suckling her child, while Adam is tilling the ground

Jericho, Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (engraving)
3600024 Jericho, Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (engraving); (add.info.: Jericho. Engraving. Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Venice, Italy, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600013 Venice, Italy, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Venice (Italy). Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

St Thomas Aquinas (c1225-1274) Italian philosopher and theologian. Joined Dominican order
532062 St Thomas Aquinas (c1225-1274) Italian philosopher and theologian. Joined Dominican order and studied under Albertus Magnus at Cologne

Hippocrates of Cos (born c460 BC) Ancient Greek physician. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi
527512 Hippocrates of Cos (born c460 BC) Ancient Greek physician. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle), Nuremberg, 1493.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Venerable Bede (c.673-735) Anglo-Saxon theologian, scholar and historian: monk at Jarrow, Northumberland
532024 Venerable Bede (c.673-735) Anglo-Saxon theologian, scholar and historian: monk at Jarrow, Northumberland, holding open a book

Illustration showing Sun dog phenomenon depicted in the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493
5311492 Illustration showing Sun dog phenomenon depicted in the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493. This version was associated with the death of Julius Caesar in 44 BC

Christian Flagellants; Illustration from the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493
5311100 Christian Flagellants; Illustration from the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493.; (add.info.: In the 13th century, a group of Roman Catholics, known as the Flagellants)

The Tiburtine Sibyl meets Augustus, Master of the Tiburtine Sibyl, Illustration from the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493
5311099 The Tiburtine Sibyl meets Augustus, Master of the Tiburtine Sibyl, Illustration from the Nuremberg Chronicle. 1493.; (add.info.: The mythic meeting of Cesar Augustus with the Sibyl)

Mesopotamia, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600022 Mesopotamia, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Mesopotamia. City of Ninive, former capital of Assyria. Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

City of Budapest, Hungary, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600017 City of Budapest, Hungary, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: City of Budapest (Hungary). The sector of Buda separated of Pest by the Danube river. Engraving

Alchimus, Old Jewish prophet, 16th century (engraving)
3600086 Alchimus, Old Jewish prophet, 16th century (engraving); (add.info.: Alchimus. Old Jewish prophet. Engraving, 16th century from the Liber Chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Constantinople (nowadays Istambul, Turkey) (engraving)
3600027 Constantinople (nowadays Istambul, Turkey) (engraving); (add.info.: Constantinople (nowadays Istambul, Turkey). Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Woodcut showing a view of a fortified city, with a small sailing vessel drawing up to a jetty to discharge its cargo
5311175 Woodcut showing a view of a fortified city, with a small sailing vessel drawing up to a jetty to discharge its cargo

Erfurt, Germany (engraving)
3600029 Erfurt, Germany (engraving); (add.info.: Lubeck (Germany). Engraving. Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Basel, Switzerland, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600020 Basel, Switzerland, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Basel (Switzerland). Engraving . Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Constance, Germany, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600019 Constance, Germany, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Constance. Germany. Engraving. Liber Chronicarum, 1493. Folios 240v, 241r.); PHAS/UIG.

Prague, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600018 Prague, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Prague. Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Nuremberg, Germany, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600016 Nuremberg, Germany, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Nuremberg (Germany). Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Rhodes, Island of Rhodes, Greece, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600014 Rhodes, Island of Rhodes, Greece, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Rhodes, Island of Rhodes (Greece). Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Jerusalem, Liber Chronicarum (engraving)
3600011 Jerusalem, Liber Chronicarum (engraving); (add.info.: Jerusalem. Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Old London, Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (engraving)
3600025 Old London, Liber Chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel (engraving); (add.info.: Old London. Walled medieval village. Anglie Provincia, Great Britain. Engraving)

St Augustine of Hippo (350-430) one of the great fathers of early Christian church. Second figure is his son Ambrose
531883 St Augustine of Hippo (350-430) one of the great fathers of early Christian church. Second figure is his son Ambrose. Hand-coloured woodcut of 1493; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Erfurt, Germany (engraving)
3600028 Erfurt, Germany (engraving); (add.info.: Erfurt (Germany). Engraving. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

The burning of Jews in Germany shown in a coloured woodblock illustration from Liber Chronicarum
529179 The burning of Jews in Germany shown in a coloured woodblock illustration from Liber Chronicarum (The Nuremberg Chronicle) By Hartmann Schedel(1493) ; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Initial D Wedding Gillion Marie Lieven van Lathem
Initial D: The Wedding of Gillion and Marie; Lieven van Lathem (Flemish, about 1430 - 1493), David Aubert (Flemish, active 1453 - 1479); Antwerp, Belgium; 1464; Tempera colors, gold

Saint Michael Lieven van Lathem Flemish 1430
Saint Michael; Lieven van Lathem (Flemish, about 1430 - 1493); Ghent (written), Belgium; 1469; Tempera colors, gold leaf, gold paint, silver paint, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 12.4 x 9.2 cm (4 7)

The city of Alexandria. Liber chronicarum. 15th century. Col
Liber chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel. The city of Alexandria. 15th century. Latin edition. Colored engraving. Episcopal Library. Barcelona. Spain

Engraving depicting the city of Nuremberg. Nuremberg Chronic
Nuremberg Chronicle. German version, December 23, 1493. Compiled by Hartmann Schedel and engraving by Michael Wolgemuth and Wilhelm Pleydenwurff. Engraving depicting the city of Nuremberg

Engraving depicting the city of Alexandria. Liber chronicaru
Liber chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel. Engraving depicting the city of Alexandria. 15th century. Latin edition. Episcopal Library. Barcelona. Spain

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)

Title-page of the Fior di Virtu, 1493, 1490 (engraving)
5210564 Title-page of the Fior di Virtu, 1493, 1490 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title-page of the Fior di Virtu, 1493, 1490)

The Infant Richard crucified by the Jews, at Pontoise (engraving)
668445 The Infant Richard crucified by the Jews, at Pontoise (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Infant Richard crucified by the Jews)

Ancient Salt Cellar at New College, Oxford (engraving)
3631533 Ancient Salt Cellar at New College, Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Salt Cellar at New College, Oxford)

The Jews of Cologne burnt alive (engraving)
668434 The Jews of Cologne burnt alive (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jews of Cologne burnt alive.-From a Woodcut in the " Liber Chronicarum)

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of 1493: A Glimpse into History and Art" Step back in time to the year 1493, where a myriad of captivating events unfolded. Delve into the artistic masterpieces that emerged during this era, such as "The Dance of Death" by Michael Wolgemut from the Liber chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel. This woodcut painting depicts a haunting dance between life and death, reminding us of our mortality. Intriguingly, we also encounter "The Zodiac Man, " an ancient bloodletting chart showcasing astrological signs and their connections to different body parts. This remarkable woodcut from Johannes de Ketham's Fasciculus Medicinae provides insights into medical practices prevalent at that time. Meanwhile, Durer's iconic work "Icarus" takes flight in 1493, capturing both the ambition and downfall of human aspirations. The tale of Icarus serves as a cautionary reminder about hubris and its consequences. As we explore various cities through engravings like Alexandria and Nuremberg Chronicarum, we witness glimpses of urban life in the fifteenth century. These depictions transport us to bustling streets filled with people going about their daily routines amidst architectural marvels. Furthermore, Hartmann Sche's Nuremberg Chronicle (Liber Chronicarum) offers an extensive historical account that immerses readers in significant events spanning centuries. It stands as a testament to mankind's thirst for knowledge and desire to document its own story. Notably, art also reflects societal dynamics during this period; "The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess" showcases power dynamics within royal circles while highlighting strategic thinking through this timeless game. However, not all artworks are pleasant or uplifting; some delve into darker themes like "The Infant Richard crucified by Jews.