16th Collection (page 4)

Spain. Castile and Leon. Burgos. Map, 1576 at Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1536-1590). Salamanca University Library

World map by Claudius Ptolemy (90-168). Engraving, 16th cent
Claudius Ptolemy (90-168) Greco-Egyptian geographer. World map. Engraving, 16th century

Hybernia Nunc Irlant. Ireland. Map was clearly made by a member of the Lafreri School of cartographers, Antonio Lafreri (1512-77). Rome, 1570. Renaissance. Engraving by Paolo Forlani, 16th C

Francis Xavier (1506-1552). Basque Roman Catholic missionary into Asia. Jesuit. Staute. Pamplena Cathedral. Navarre. Spain

El Greco (1541-1614). Saint Louis, King of France, and a Pa
Domenikos Theotokopoulos, El Greco (1541-1614). Painter. Spanish Renaissance. Saint Louis, King of France, and a Page. 1585-1590. Museum Louvre. Paris. France

Turkey. Istanbul. Mausoleum of Roxela. 16th century. Wife of Suleyman I. Tiling. Detail

Hernan Cortes (1488-1547). Engraving. Colored
Hernan Cortes (1488-1547). Spanish conqueror of Mexico. Engraving by A. Carretero in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1884. Colored

Bouquet of flowers in a stone niche, 1618, by Ambrosius Boss
Ambrosius Bosschaert the Elder (1573-1621). Dutch painter. Bouquet of flowers in a stone niche, 1618. National Museum of Art. Copenhagen. Denmark

Pedro de Alvarado y Contreras (ca. 1485 or ca. 1495-1541). Spanish conquistador and governor of Guatemala. Utatlan battle, 1524. 18th century engraving. Colored

Spain. Teruel. Tower of Saint Martin
Spain. Teruel. Tower of the Church of Saint Martin. Mudejar. 14th century

Croatia. Dubrovnik. Sponza Palace. 16th century. Facade

Mr Grahams balloon ascent, Kew Bridge
Poster advertising Aerostation. Mr Grahams Sixteenth Ascent from the gardens of the Star & Garter Tavern, Kew Bridge, London. Date: 4 April 1825

Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks to Sultan Mehmed IV of the Ottoman Empire, 1880-91. Oil on canvas. Ilya Repin (1844-1930) Russian artist

A barbers shop
A barber tends to his clients hair in a sixteenth-century barber shop. 16th Century

Shahnameh. The Book of Kings. 16th c. Zal meets

LEONARDO DA VINCI, school of (first half 16th)
" LEONARDO DA VINCI, school of (first half 16th). Bacchus. 1513 - 1516. Painted after Leonardos original " St John the Baptist Dionysus". Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Oil on canvas

St. Machars Cathedral. Aberdeen, Scotland. The original church was founded in 570, but the present building dates from 1366 and was completed in 1532. Date: 14th - 16th century

Lyrics by Anne Boleyn
Words by Anne Boleyn entitled O Death Rock Me On Sleep accompanied by an illustratio of the ill-fated Queen looking rather tragic. Date: 1934

Corporal of 16th The Queens Lancers
Corporal of The 16th The Queens Lancers - the medals worn are the India Medal (2 bars)and the Distunguished Conduct Medal

Drottningholm Palace, Stockholm, Uppland, Sweden
View of Drottningholm Palace and part of the Park, in Stockholm County, Uppland, Sweden, with a fountain in the foreground

Christmas Dinner in an Elizabethan Home by Pauline Baynes
A Christmas Day scene in a well-to-do household around 1550, showing the father of the house at the table with his guests, raising his blackjack tankard to toast the Queen

Princess Alice with her children
Princess Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse (1843-1878) with her children in 1877: (l to r) Ella, Alix, Victoria, Ernst Ludwig and Irene, with the youngest, May sitting on Alices lap

RAF Bombers breaching the Mohne Dam; Second World War, 1943
Drawing showing the destruction of the Mohne Dam in Westphalia, Germany, by the squadron of Royal Air Force Lancaster bombers who came to be known as The Dambusters, 16th May 1943

British Coats of Arms
Royal coats of arms of Britain Henry VIII 1518, 1535; Elizabeth I 1576, 1578; Charles I; William & Mary 1689 Anne 1713; George I 1725; George II 1749; George III 1785

16th Century Cavalry
A young man in the suite of the emperor Carl V : his horse is partially armoured, and both rider and mount are heavily ornamented as befits an imperial courtier

Astronomy / 16th Century
A German astronomer and cosmographer, at work on a globe with his compasses

HELL
Those who were guilty of avarice during their lifetimes are punished by being boiled in cauldrons of burning oil and molten lead

Sir John Smithes armour, 1585 (pen, ink and watercolour on paper)
3744587 Sir John Smithes armour, 1585 (pen, ink and watercolour on paper) by Halder, Jacobe (fl.c.1589); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

The Palazzo Pretoria - Lucca, Tuscany, Italy
The Palazzo Pretoria - a Renaissance-style civic office building, built mainly during the 16th century (completed in 1580s), in the Piazza San Michele in Lucca, Tuscany, Italy. Date: 1902

Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens, early 17th century (ink
1152501 Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens, early 17th century (ink, colour, gold & gold leaf on paper) (see also 1152500) by Kano Naizen (1570-1616) (attr)

Elizabeth Woodville, Queen of Edward IV, c. 1500 (oil on panel)
1217367 Elizabeth Woodville, Queen of Edward IV, c.1500 (oil on panel) by British School, (16th century); 41x32 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

LADY PLAYS LUTE AT KNOLE
An aristocratic lady plays her lute in a room at Knole, Kent

Resolution of Council of War for pursuit of Spanish Armada bearing the signature of Francis Drake amongst others. Date: 1588

Maeda Toshiie - Feudal Chieftain of Kaga, Noto and Etchu
Maeda Toshiie (1538-1599) - Feudal Chieftain of Kaga, Noto and Etchu Date: circa 1590s

Metamorphoses 2-8 AD. Book I. Creation, Battle of the Giants
Ovid (Publius Ovidius Naso) (43 BC-17 AD). Latin poet. Metamorphoses 2-8 AD. Book I. Engraving depicting The Creation, The Battle of the Giants, Decaulion and Pyrrha and Apollo and the serpent

NWFP - The Buffs East Kent Regiment at Bilot
NWFP - 1st Bn, East Kent Regiment ( The Buffs) - section under Lance Corporal James Smith VC under heavy fire at the village of Bilot in the Mamund Valley, India (now Pakistan) on 16th September

Moses and the Burning Bush. Miniature. 16th century. France
Moses and the Burning Bush. Miniature. Montmorency Book of hours, 16th century. France

Room of Martin Luther (1483-1546) at Wartburg. Engraving. Co
Martin Luther (1483-1546). German reformer. Luthers room at Wartburg. Engraving by Hurel. The Religious Revolution, 1880. Colored

CERVANTES, Miguel de (1547-1616). Spanish novelist, poet, and playwright. Colored engraving

Martin Luther by Lucas Cranach
Martin Luther (1483-1546) by Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553), engraved by Theodor Knesing (1840-?). Date: 1884

Street scene with Drommedaris, Enkhuizen, Netherlands
Street scene with Drommedaris Tower (right), Enkhuizen, North Holland, Netherlands. The Tower (a gate of the city) dates back to the 16th century. Date: 1913

Frontispiece design by Cecil Aldin, Old Manor Houses -- Moreton Old Hall, Congleton, Cheshire, also known as Little Moreton Hall, a moated, half-timbered manor house dating back to the 16th century

16th Street, Omaha, Nebraska, USA
View of 16th Street, looking south from Douglas, Omaha, Nebraska, USA. Date: circa 1908

A Memorial Notice of Julian Gould, D Company, 16th Battalion Middlesex Regiment. k.i.a. 30th May 1917 near Monchy-le-Preux aged 25 years. This book was privately printed by his father, Frederick J

Old watchtower Baluarte de San Diego, Intramuros, Manila, Luzon, Philippines

Map of Bergen in 16th c. Engraving. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Instructions for capturing a spirit
Capturing a spirit. Woodcut illustration of a diagram that shows the procedure for attempting inclosing a spirit in a christall

The discoverers of Tutankhamen
Standing on the steps leading to the doorway of Tutankhamens tomb are (from left to right) Lady Evelyn Herbert, her father Lord Carnarvon, Mr Howard Carter and Mr B

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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.