1468 Collection

Johannes Gutenberg, German goldsmith and printer
Johannes Gutenberg (Johannes Gensfleisch zur Laden zum Gutenberg), German goldsmith and printer. He invented mechanical movable type and thereby began a revolution in book printing

Gutenberg, Johannes Gensfleich (C. 1400-1468)
MARTI, Jos (1853-1895). Cuban politician and writer. Monument to the independece hero Jose Marti. Sculpture

Froms Jeromes Exposicio in Simbolum Apostolorum, printed at Oxford 1468 (litho)
2786996 Froms Jeromes Exposicio in Simbolum Apostolorum, printed at Oxford 1468 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Bourgeoise fashion from a gravestone in St. Catherines Church, Frankfurt, 1468.. Bourgeoise fashion from the late 15th century from a gravestone in St. Catherines Church, Frankfurt, 1468

Georg Skanderbeg
GEORG KASTRIOTI SKANDERBEG Albanian patriotic leader of resistance to the invading Turks. Date: 1405 - 1468

Virgin Annunciate Lazzaro Bastiani Italian died 1512
The Virgin Annunciate; Lazzaro Bastiani (Italian, died 1512, active about 1459 - 1512); Italy; about 1464 - 1468; Pen and brown ink, brush with brown wash; 10.2 x 8.4 cm (4 x 3 5, 16 in.)

Johann Gutenberg / Muller
JOHANN GUTENBERG German printer who invented the movable types system Date: 1400 - 1468

Dunois (On Horseback)
JEAN d ORLEANS, comte de DUNOIS French military commander, associated with Jeanne d Arc. Depicted on horseback. Date: 1403 - 1468

Kastrioti / Scanderbeg
GEORGE KASTRIOTI known as SCANDERBEG Prince of Albania and national hero Date: 1405 - 1468

Johann Gutenberg / Riou
JOHANN GUTENBERG German printer leaving Strasburg, and taking his typographical equipment with him Date: 1400 - 1468

Johann Gutenberg / Statue
JOHANN GUTENBERG Statue to the German printer at Strasburg Date: 1400 - 1468

Statue of Jean d Orleans, Comte de Dunois
Jean d Orleans, Comte de Dunois (1403 - 1468), French military commander, associated with Jeanne d Arc. A statue in the chapel of his castle at Chateaudun

Printing. Printmaker of etching. 1641. Engraving

Louis XI at Peronne 2
Louis XI meets Charles le Temeraire, duc de Bourgogne, at Peronne : each plans to trick the other, but Charles is the trickier, exacting severe terms from the king. Date: 14 October 1468

Valerio Vicentino
VALERIO VICENTINO Italian engraver in stones Date: 1468? - 1546

4th Earl Shrewsbury
GEORGE TALBOT, fourth earl of SHREWSBURY, with his dog and his first (Anne) and second (Elizabeth) wives. Note he is wearing the Order of the Garter on his left leg. Date: 1468 - 1538

Sigismondo Malatesta 2
SIGISMONDO PANDOLFO MALATESTA Italian nobleman, member of the ruling house of Rimini, a noted patron of the arts. Date: 1417 - 1468

Sigismondo Malatesta 1
SIGISMONDO PANDOLFO MALATESTA Italian nobleman, member of the ruling house of Rimini, a noted patron of the arts. Date: 1417 - 1468

William Lily, Grammarian
WILLIAM LILY English grammarian, first high master of St Pauls school, London. Date: 1468 - 1522

Matteo de Pasti, Italian (c. 1420-1467-1468), Isotta degli Atti, 1432-1433-1474, Mistress 1446, then Wife after 1453, of Sigismondo Malatesta [obverse], 1446, bronze

The Virgin Annunciate; Lazzaro Bastiani, Italian, died 1512, active about 1459 - 1512; Italy, Europe; about 1464 - 1468; Pen and brown ink, brush with brown wash; 10.2 x 8.4 cm (4 x 3 5/16 in.)

Gerard and Bertha Find Sustenance at a Hermitage; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

The Byzantine Emperor Welcoming Roussillon and Martel; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

The Battle before Roussillons Castle; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

Lydia Ordering the Death of Her Sons; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

Fromont de Lens Leaving Bordeaux and the Battle against the Army of Gasgogne; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

The Battle Between Arnault de Lorraine and His Wife Lydia; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

Guerin de Lorraine Freeing Vienne from the Saracens; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

Fromont de Lens Receiving News of the Devastation of his Land; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

Roussillon Going to Martels Aid; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

The Conquest of Gasgogne by the Armies of Luxembourg, Boulogne, and Artois; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Written: Brussels, Belgium

The Representatives of the Pope Attempting to Reconcile the Fighting Parties; Loyset Liedet, Flemish, active about 1448 - 1478, and Pol Fruit, Flemish, active about 1468; Illuminated: Bruges

Marco Zoppo, Saint Peter, Italian, 1433-1478, c. 1468, tempera on panel

Marco Zoppo or Imitator, Madonna and Child, Italian, 1433-1478, c. 1467-1468, tempera on panel

Matteo de Pasti, Leone Battista Alberti, 1404-1472, Architect and Writer on Art and Science [obverse], Italian, c. 1420-1467-1468, 1446-1450, bronze

Bartolomeo Spani, Saint Simeon of Polirone Exorcising the Daughter of the King of Leon, Italian, 1468-1539, probably c. 1516, bronze--Medium brown patina

Valerio Belli, The Betrayal of Christ, Italian, 1468-1546, 1525 or after, bronze--Very dark patina

Manirang Pass
The Manirang Pass between the Spiti Valley and the Ropa Valley of Kinnaur District in India, circa 1866. (Photo by Samuel Bourne/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

District Line Works
circa 1868: Horses pulling carts do their share to assist the labourers during works of the Metropolitan District Railway on the Thames Embankment at Westminster

Sigismondo Malatesta (1417 - 1468), known as the Wolf of Rimini, Italian condottiero and nobleman, a member of the House of Malatesta

Gutenberg, Johannes Gensfleich (c.1400-1468). German printer, inventor of the printing press. Reproduction of a sculpture by Juan

FRANCE: ESTATES-GENERAL. King Louis XI convening the Estates-General at Tours in 1468. Line engraving, 19th century

Dunois (Gaillard)
JEAN d ORLEANS, comte de DUNOIS French military commander, associated with Jeanne d Arc. Date: 1403 - 1468

Dunois (Anon)
JEAN d ORLEANS, comte de DUNOIS French military commander, associated with Jeanne d Arc. Date: 1403 - 1468

Dunois (Enguerrand)
JEAN comte de DUNOIS bastard son of Louis, duc d Orleans French military, outstanding general in war with England, associate of Jeanne d Arc Date: 1403 - 1468

Jean Comte Dunois
JEAN COMTE DE DUNOIS Le Batarde d Orleans French soldier, very successful against the English during the 100 Years War Date: 1403 - 1468

Louis XI at Peronne 1
Louis XI meets Charles le Temeraire, duc de Bourgogne, at Peronne : each plans to trick the other, but Charles is the trickier, exacting severe terms from the king

Dunois / Leloir / Normand
A 15th century nobleman in his indoor dress - this is Jean, comte de DUNOIS, military commander and associate of Jeanne d Arc, keeping warm in a heavy fur-trimmed robe

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In the year 1468, a remarkable man named Johannes Gutenberg made history as a German goldsmith and printer. His invention of the printing press revolutionized the world of communication and paved the way for knowledge to spread like wildfire. Gutenberg, born as Johannes Gensfleich around 1400, was a visionary who saw beyond his time. With his groundbreaking creation, books were no longer limited to handwritten manuscripts painstakingly crafted by scribes. Instead, they could now be mass-produced with ease and efficiency. One cannot underestimate the impact of Gutenberg's invention on society. It democratized access to information, allowing ideas to transcend borders and reach people from all walks of life. The printed word became a powerful tool that empowered individuals and sparked intellectual revolutions. Amidst this historical backdrop in 1468, another notable figure emerged – Georg Skanderbeg. This Albanian nobleman led an inspiring resistance against Ottoman forces during their expansion into Europe. Skanderbeg's bravery inspired many across nations and served as a symbol of hope in troubled times. As we delve deeper into this significant year, we encounter various depictions capturing different aspects of history through art forms such as lithography and engraving. "Froms Jeromes Exposicio in Simbolum Apostolorum, " printed at Oxford in 1468 using litho techniques, showcases how printing technology evolved over time. Furthermore, artworks like "Dunois (On Horseback)" immortalize heroes like Jean d Orleans or Comte de Dunois through statues that stand tall even centuries later. These sculptures remind us of their contributions to shaping our collective narrative, and is fascinating how Johann Gutenberg himself has become an inspiration for artists throughout history. Paintings such as "Johann Gutenberg / Muller" or "Johann Gutenberg / Riou" depict him engrossed in his work—a testament to his dedication towards advancing human civilization through printmaking.