1330s Collection

Map / Asia / Jerusalem 14C
Map of Jerusalem during Ibn Batutas travels

Willem III, Count of Holland, Ordering the Beheadal of the Bailiff of Zuid Holland, 1336, 1620-1649
Willem III, Count of Holland, Count of Holland, Ordering the Beheadal of the Bailiff of Zuid Holland, 1336, 1620-1649

Noravank monastery church (1339), Vayots Dzor province, Armenia

Charge of the Scots under Sir Archibald Douglas at the Battle of Halidon Hill, near Berwick-on-Tweed, 19 July 1333, against the English army under King Edward III

South Aisle and Choir, Lichfield Cathedral, Staffordshire. Replacing a Norman building begun in 1085, the present building was built between 1195 and 1330s. Date: 1950s

St Luke Simone Martini Italian Sienese 1284 1344
St. Luke; Simone Martini (Italian (Sienese), about 1284 - 1344); Siena, Tuscany, Italy; 1330s; Tempera and gold leaf on panel; Panel: 67.5 × 48.3 × 3.8 cm (26 9, 16 × 19 × 1 1, 2 in.)

Bernardo Daddi, Italian (active 1312-probably 1348), Madonna and Child with Saints and Angels, 1330s, tempera on panel

St. Luke; Simone Martini, Italian (Sienese), about 1284 - 1344; Siena, Italy, Tuscany, Europe; 1330s; Tempera and gold leaf on panel; Panel (with engaged frame)

The Stigmatization of St. Francis, and Angel Crowning Saints Cecilia and Valerian; Unknown Italian, Neapolitan or Avignon School; Avignon, France

LORENZETTI: GOOD GOV T. Effects of Good Government in the city, detail. Fresco by Ambrogio Lorenzetti, 1337-1340

BARNA: MADONNA. The Virgin and Child. Panel, c1330-1340, by Barna da Siena

Lichfield Cathedral
A young couple enjoy a relaxing chat in the walled gardens of the grounds of Lichfield Cathedral. The catheral was built between 1195 and the 1330s

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The 1330s were a fascinating time in history, with significant events and artistic masterpieces shaping the world. In Asia, intricate maps were being drawn, showcasing the vast landscapes and diverse cultures of the continent. Meanwhile, Jerusalem in the 14th century was a bustling city filled with religious significance and historical landmarks. One such landmark is the Noravank monastery church in Vayots Dzor province, Armenia. Built in 1339, this magnificent structure stands as a testament to Armenian architecture and spirituality. In Europe, battles raged on during this era. The Charge of the Scots under Sir Archibald Douglas at the Battle of Halidon Hill demonstrated their bravery and determination on the battlefield. Art also flourished during this period. Lichfield Cathedral's South Aisle and Choir in Staffordshire showcased stunning craftsmanship that still mesmerizes visitors today. Inside Lichfield Cathedral itself, beautiful artworks like St Luke by Simone Martini from Siena captivated viewers with its delicate brushstrokes. Italian artist Bernardo Daddi captured divine beauty through his painting Madonna and Child with Saints while depicting St Luke himself as an integral part of Christian artistry. Religious themes continued to inspire artists like those who depicted The Stigmatization of St Francis or Angel Crowning Saints Cecilia – both pieces evoking spiritual devotion through their imagery. Not only did art thrive but so did governance. Ambrogio Lorenzetti's masterpiece Good Government showed how effective leadership could positively impact a city's well-being—a timeless message even today. As we delve into Italy's rich history during this decade, we encounter architectural marvels like Torre del Mangia standing tall amidst Piazza del Campo in Siena—an iconic symbol of Tuscany's grandeur. Barna da Siena painted The Virgin and Child during these years—his work capturing tenderness between mother and child while reflecting his own artistic style unique to that era.