Donati Collection

Donatis Comet of 1858, artwork
Comet Donati, or Donatis Comet, formally designated C/1858 L1 and 1858 VI, was a comet named after the Italian astronomer Giovanni Battista Donati who first observed it on June 2, 1858

DONATI, ngelo (16th century). Comfortable life may slow Death but it can not escape'. Illustration of the manuscript The Courtship of Death (Il Corteggio della Morte) by Abbot Angelo Donati

Ms 225. 3. Guilielmus Durandus, Speculum iudiciale with the Additiones of Johannes Andreae, f. 1r
5979489 Ms 225.3. Guilielmus Durandus, Speculum iudiciale with the Additiones of Johannes Andreae, f.1r. Illuminated miniature showing Johannes Andreae presented to the Virgin and Child

Ms 225. 1. Gulielmus Durandus, Speculum iudiciale with the Additiones of Johannes Andreae, f. 1r
5979488 Ms 225.1. Gulielmus Durandus, Speculum iudiciale with the Additiones of Johannes Andreae, f.1r. Illuminated miniature showing Durandus presenting his work to the Pope and the Curia

Gualdrada Donati presenting her Daughter to Buondelmente
1217636 Gualdrada Donati presenting her Daughter to Buondelmente (pen and black ink with graphite on white paper) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 23.3x39.3 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Donatis comet, 1858 (engraving)
3655168 Donatis comet, 1858 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Donatis comet, 1858)

Donatis Comet, 1858 (w / c on paper)
Ma200874 Donatis Comet, 1858 (w/c on paper) by Turner, William (Turner of Oxford) (1789-1862) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: with the star Arcturus over Balliol chapel & Trinity College)

Donatis comet of 1858 viewed over St Pauls Cathedral, London, 1884. The comet was named for Giovanni Donati (1826-1873), the Italian astronomer who first recorded its appearance

Comet Donati 1858 10 October 1858 foreground
The Comet of Donati, 1858, 10 October 1858. In the foreground a man with a dog by a river. In the background on the left a church tower

Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri. 14th C. Engraving by Gusta
Divine Comedy. Epic poem written by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) between 1308 and his death in 1321. Paradiso Canto III. Piccarda Donati and souls whose vows had been broken

Donatis Comet, Oxford, 7. 30pm, 5th October 1858 (w / c & bodycolour over graphite
XYC230497 Donatis Comet, Oxford, 7.30pm, 5th October 1858 (w/c & bodycolour over graphite on paper) by Turner, William (Turner of Oxford) (1789-1862); 25.7x36.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art

DONATIs COMET, 1858. Telescopic view of Donatis Comet as seen from the Cambridge Observatory in England, 27 September - 5 October 1858. Contemporary English wood engraving

DONATIs COMET, 1858. Donatis Comet as it appeared on 11 October 1858 over the Cambridge Observatory in England. Contemporary English wood engraving

DONATIs COMET, 1858. Telescopic views of Donatis Comet as seen from the Cambridge Observatory in England, 21-25 September 1858. Contemporary English wood engraving

Donatis comet of 1858 viewed over St Pauls Cathedral, London. Named for Giovanni Donati (1826-1873), the Italian astronomer who first recorded its appearance

YAхZ DE LA ALMEDINA, Fernando (1489-1536);Gassendi
" YAх Z DE LA ALMEDINA, Fernando (1489-1536); Gassendi, Pierre (1592-1665); SEM, Georges Goursat, called (1863-1934); BEARDSLEY, Aubrey Vincent (1872-1898); FIRENZE

DONATIs COMET, 1858. Wood engraving, German, 19th century, after a drawing by Dr. K. Graff, Berlin

DONATIs COMET, 1858. As it appeared on 30 September 1858 over the northeastern United States. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

COMET, 1858. Donatis Comet as it appeared on 17 September 1858 over Greenwich, England. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

Donatis Comet, 1858
Comet Donati, artwork, 1858. This long period comet was discovered by Giovanni Donati in June 1858. It reached its closest point to Earth at a distance of 0.5 AU ( half an astronomical unit)

Donatis Comet / Longmuir
Donatis Comet/Longmuir

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"Donati: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of Donati, where history, art, and celestial wonders intertwine. From the mesmerizing Donatis Comet of 1858 to captivating artworks spanning centuries, this caption unveils the diverse facets of Donati's legacy. In 1858, the heavens bestowed upon us a breathtaking spectacle - Donatis Comet. Its ethereal beauty captured in engravings and watercolors left spectators in awe. As it graced the skies over St Pauls Cathedral in London, its radiance became immortalized through lenses and brushes. But beyond celestial marvels lies an artistic realm that bears the name "Donati. " Angelo Donati's artwork from the 16th century depicts a life of comfort, inviting viewers to indulge in scenes brimming with tranquility and opulence. Delve deeper into history as we journey back to Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy. Gusta's engraving from the 14th century brings Dante's words to life, transporting us through realms unknown yet vividly imagined. Manuscripts hold secrets within their pages; Ms 225. 3 reveals Johannes Andreae presented before Virgin Mary and Child while Ms 225. 1 showcases Durandus presenting his work to Pope and Curia – both illuminated miniatures from the same era on parchment that offer glimpses into medieval times. Gualdrada Donati presents her daughter to Buondelmente - a moment frozen in time by an artist whose brushstrokes convey emotions untold. The bond between mother and child transcends generations as this masterpiece captures their connection for eternity. William Blake’s masterpieces take us further down this captivating path with "The Circle of Thieves; Buoso Donati Attacked. " His British genius breathes life into these characters' struggles as they navigate moral dilemmas amidst chaos. As we conclude our journey through time with Buoso Donati, we reflect on the rich tapestry of Donati's legacy.