16th Collection (page 125)

Lacock Abbey Gables
Fine Elizabethan gables of Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire, founded in the early 13th century by Ela, Countess of Salisbury as an Augustinian monastery. Date: 16th century

Staple Inn, Holborn
The half-timbered structure of Staple Inn in Holborn, one of the few surviving Tudor buildings in central London. Dating from 1581, it was formerly an Inn of Chancery. Date: 16th century

Rothwell Market House, Northamptonshire, England. It was built by Sir Thomas Tresham. Work began in 1577, but he died before the roof had been finished. Date: late 16th century

Half-Timbered Gateway
A black and white half- timbered courtyard gateway at Canterbury, Kent, England. Date: 16th century

Lacock Abbey, Lacock, Wiltshire, England, was founded in the early 13th century by Ela, Countess of Salisbury as an Augustinian monastery. Date: 16th century

Lacock Abbey Farmyard
The Tudor farm buildings of Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire, founded in the early 13th century by Ela, Countess of Salisbury as an Augustinian monastery. Date: 16th century

Aldeburgh Moot Hall
Aldburgh Moot Hall, a fine red brick and timbered building, which was once in the centre of this quaint Suffolk town, before coastal erosion caused it to be close to the sea. Date: 16th century

Kirby Hall Gateway
The entrance gateways to Kirby Hall, near Gratton, Northamptonshire, England. The Hall was formerly a residence of the Earl of Winchelsea, built 1570s - 1590s. Date: 16th century

The Spaniards Inn, Hampstead Heath, London, historic watering hole of the famous, including Dick Turpin & Charles Dickens, who immortalised this pub in his Pickwick Papers. Date: late 16th century

Pierre Belloi, Lawyer
PIERRE BELLOI French advocate-general and writer Date: 16th century (?)

Elizabethan Gatehouse
The beautiful black and white gatehouse of Stokesay Castle, Shropshire, England, dates from circa 1570, and was probably more for ornamental than defemsive purposes. Date: late 16th century

KIRBY HALL
The ruins of Kirby Hall, near Gratton, Northamptonshire, England. The hall was formerly a residence of the Earl of Winchelsea and was built 1570s to 1590s. Date: 16th century

St. Fagans Castle, near Cardiff, Wales, is a 16th century manor house on the site of a 13th century fortress. In 1948 it became a Welsh folk museum. Date: 16th century

Bath Abbey Choir
The Choir and East Window of Bath Abbey, Somerset, England. The beautiful fan vaulting of the Choir roof is original 16th century. Date: 12th century

Truro Cathedral, Truro, Cornwall, England, a modern cathedral, built in the Gothic Revival style. Built on the site of a 16th century church. Designed by John l. Pearson. Date: built 1880 - 1905

Amber Palace, Jaipur
The ornate windows of the Amber Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Started in 1592 and completed two centuries later, a fusion of Mughal and Hindu architecture. Date: 16th - 18th century

Old French Cannons
Two of the oldest and most interesting cannons in a collection in Paris, France, the upper of them called The Snake, covered with sculptures of men and women embracing. Date: 16th century

West Port, St. Andrew s, Fifeshire, one of the few surviving city gates in Scotland, it was built in 1589 and renovated in 1843. Date: 16th century

Kentish Farmstead
Ratling Court, Ratling, Kent, England, a fine Tudor farmhouse and well lodge. It was at one time owned by the Cowper family, Royalist supporters of King Charles I. Date: 16th century

Newbattle Abbey, a former seat of the Marquis of Lothian, Midlothian, Scotland, a 16th century house built on the site of a former 12th century abbey. Date: 16th century

Calgarth Hall Ceiling
Part of the ornate plasterwork ceilings in one of the bedrooms of CALGARTH HALL, Lake Windermere, Cumbria, England. Date: 16th century

Exeter Tudor House
Tudor House, Tudor Street, Exeter, Devon, England, the oldest private house in the city. Date: 16th century

Calgarth Hall Heraldry
Plasterwork in the old kitchen of CALGARTH HALL, on the banks of Lake Windermere, Cumbria, England, bearing the armourial shields of Christopher Philipson and Elizabeth Wyvil. Date: 16th century

Bishop Bonners Cottages
Built c. 1502, these pargetted picturesque thatched cottages, in East Dereham, Norfolk, England, were once the home of BISHOP EDMUND BONNER, who cruelly persecuted Protestants Date: early 16th century

GODFREES FARMHOUSE
Godfrees, an old farmhouse at Staverton, Northamtonshire, England. Date: 16th century

Eton College, Berkshire, England, founded by King Henry VI (whose statue is in the foreground) in 1440. Clock tower and buildings built by Prevost Lupton in 1517. Date: early 16th century

Newbattle Abbey Gateway
Newbattle Abbey, a former seat of the Marquis of Lothian, Midlothian, Scotland, a 16th century house built on the site of a former 12th century abbey. Date: 16th century

Dedham Grammar School, Essex, England, was founded in 1574 and rebuilt in the Georgian style in 1732. Date: 16th & 18th century

Tudor Schoolhouse
A winter view of the old School House at Arley, Cheshire, England, a fine black and white half-timbered building. Date: 16th century

BROOM HALL
Broom Hall, Broom, Warwickshire, England, a fine Elizabethan mansion, built in 1577 for Sir Thomas Throckmorton of Gough Court. Date: 16th century

Tudor Staircase

Tudor Hunting Lodge
Queen Elizabeths Hunting Lodge, Epping Forest, Essex, England. This splendid timber- framed three-storey building was used by royalty when on hunting trips in the forest. Date: 16th century

Tudor Cottage
An ancient Tudor cottage (now a museum) in the picturesque village of Ashwell, Hertfordshire, England. Date: 16th century

N. Walsham Market X
The quaint old (mid 16th century) Market Cross, built by the then Bishop of Norwich, Thomas Thirlby, in the main street of North Walsham, Norfolk, England. Date: mid 16th century

LONGLANDS FARMHOUSE
Longlands, an old farmhouse at Hennock, near Newton Abbot, Devon, England. It is probably a medieval hall-house of late 15th century origin, modernised in about 1600. Date: 15th & 16th century

Oddas Chapel, Deerhurst, Gloucestershire, England. Concealed within a 16th century house is this late Saxon Chantry chapel, built by Odda in 1056. Date: 11th & 16th century

Mary, Queen of Scots house
Queen Marys House, Jedburgh, Roxburghshire, Scotland, once belonged to the Kerr family. When Mary Queen of Scots visited the town in 1566, she stayed here. 16th century

A page from the Sketch, 1898
The small talk section of The Sketch, dated 16th March 1898, featuring a picture of William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill) with his new Borchardt gun, and a gigantic bed, which, the article tells us

The receiver of taxes, 16th century
French citizens arrive to pay taxes to the tax receiver. Date: 16th Century

Fencing with daggers
A group of men engage in combat with one another, using daggers to fence with. Date: 1570

Old Guild Hall, Exeter
Old Guild Hall, High Street, Exeter, Devon. The elaborate frontage pictured here was added in the 1590s. Date: circa 1910s

An Elizabethan Banquet by Pauline Baynes
A detailed scene showing an Elizabeth banquet with entertainers in costume playing music and dancing while servants bring in platters of elaborate pies and dressed roast meats

Germany - Hildesheim - Butchers Guild Hall
The Knochenhauer-Amtshaus (Butchers Guild Hall), Hildesheim, Germany. Destroyed during WWII in 1945 and reconstructed from 1987 to 1989 according to original plans

Men fighting for power
Two men fight for power, wrestling for the crown which has been taken from the Kings head. Date: 1553

Saint-Thegonnec - Eglise de St Thegonnec
Saint-Thegonnec, Finistere, France - Eglise de Notre Dame - The Tower and Triumphal Arch (1587) Date: circa 1910s

Lieutenant-Colonel Rochford-Boyd, British army officer
Lieutenant-Colonel Henry Charles Rochford-Boyd (1877-1917), British army officer with the Royal Horse Artillery, 16th Brigade during the First World War. Date: circa 1914

German robbers during the Peasants War
A chaotic scene during the Peasants War showing a group of German robbers, some preparing for their next attack whilst others count the loot from a previous haul. 1530s

A Queens Ship in the Pool in the Sixteenth Century
A Queens Ship in the Pool of London, the part of the River Thames between London Bridge and Tower Bridge and the original part of the Port of London

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In the 16th century, a world of wonder and change unfolded before our eyes. From the delicate strokes of Durer's praying hands to Anne Boleyn's captivating presence, this era was filled with remarkable moments that shaped history. As we gaze upon Durer's artistry, his portrayal of praying hands reminds us of the deep spirituality that permeated society during this time. The religious fervor was not limited to Europe alone; in distant lands like Mexico, Alonso de Santa Cruz meticulously crafted a map of Tenochtitlan, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry that existed beyond borders. Amidst political intrigue and power struggles, figures like Anne Boleyn emerged as influential icons. Her enigmatic allure captivated hearts and minds alike, leaving an indelible mark on Tudor England. Meanwhile, SANTI di TITO immortalized Niccolo through his portrait - a testament to the importance placed on individuality and self-expression. The Mary Rose stands as a symbol of maritime exploration during this period. This majestic ship sailed across uncharted waters with brave souls aboard who sought new horizons and discoveries yet unknown. And while ships ventured into uncharted territories, James Clark depicted the harrowing Bombardment of Hartlepools - reminding us of the harsh realities faced by communities caught in conflicts. Artistic expression flourished in various forms: from Guido Reni's masterpiece depicting The Assumption of the Virgin Mary to Durer's Young Hare capturing nature's beauty with astounding precision. These works remind us that creativity knows no bounds and can transcend time itself. Beyond art lies Elizabethan London - a bustling city teeming with life and energy. It was here where Shakespeare penned timeless plays that continue to resonate today. In addition to literature came sport; boxing rules were established in 1743, laying down foundations for one-on-one combat within defined boundaries. The 16th century encapsulated an age marked by exploration, religious fervor, artistic brilliance, and societal transformation.