Hartmannus Collection

View of fortified city, 1493. A cog, a type of sailing vessel, can be seen in the foreground. A watergate gives access to the city at bottom right

Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus, 1493. Saul of Tarsus (1st century) who took the name Paul after seeing a vision of Christ on the road to Damascus

St Francis of Assisi, Italian priest and founder of the Franciscan order, 1493. St Francis (1182-1226) holding up his hands to show stigmata

The Building of the Ark Superintended by Noah, (1493), 1903
The Building of the Ark Superintended by Noah, 1493. After an original illustration from Hartmann Schedels (1440 -1514), Nuremberg Chronicle. Also known as the Liber Chronicarum

The City of Treviso with a Carrack, 1493. The Nuremberg Chronicle is an illustrated biblical paraphrase and world history that follows the story of human history related in the Bible; it includes

Page from the book The Nuremberg Chronicle, by Hartmann Schedel, 1493. Artist: Michael Wolgemut
Page from the book The Nuremberg Chronicle, by Hartmann Schedel, 1493. Also known as Schedels World History, the book is an illustrated history of the world, first published in 1493

Isaac Judaeus, physician to the rulers of Tunisia, 9th-10th century (1493). Isaac Judaeus (c855-c955) was one of the first whose works were translated from Arabic to Latin

God creating Eve from Adams rib, 1493. Having created the universe, the Earth and all living creatures, including man, God put Adam into a deep sleep and created Eve from Adams rib

Gentile da Foligno, 14th century Italian physician, examining a sample of urine, 1493
Gentile da Foligno, 14th century Italian physician, examining a sample of urine, [1493]. Gentile (d1348) wrote a great many commentaries on earlier medical authorities, as well as original works

Death triumphant, 1493. From Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle), by Hartmann Schedel. The depiction of the skeletons is anatomically inaccurate, especially the bones of the pelvis

Aristides the Just (c530-c468 BC), Ancient Greek (Athenian) soldier and statesman, 1493. Aristides was a strategos (general) in the wars between the Greeks and Persians

Aristarchos of Samos (fl260 BC), Alexandrian astronomer, 1493. Aristarchos was the first recorded astronomer to maintain that the Earth orbits the Sun (heliocentric universe)

Antonius de Monte Ulmi (fl1384-1390), Italian physician, necromancer, magician and astrologer, 1493. Antonius was physician to Francesco the Younger (1393-1406), despot of Carrara

Joseph interpreting Pharaohs dream, 1493. One of 12 Hebrew Patriarchs, Joseph interpreted the dream as meaning there would be seven fat years and seven lean years

The Reign of Antichrist, 1493. Artist: Michel Volgemuth
The Reign of Antichrist, 1493. From Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) by Hartmann Schedel. (Nuremberg, 1493)

Avicenna (Ibn Sina) (980-1037), Arab physician and philosopher, 1493. An interpreter of Aristotle to Islam, Avicenna compiled an encyclopaedia of medical knowledge

Averroes (Ibn Rushd) (1126-1198), eminent medieval Islamic philosopher, 1493. Averroes (full name Abu Al-Walid Muhammad Ibn Ahmad Ibn Muhammad Ibn Rushd) was a native of Cordoba, Spain

Avenzoar (Ibn Zuhr) (c1072-1162), Arab physician, 1493. A native of Seville, Avenzoar was a noted clinician. From Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) by Hartmann Schedel. (Nuremberg, 1493)

St Augustine of Hippo (350-430), 1493
St Augustine of Hippo of Hippo (350-430), 1493. St Augustine of Hippo is regarded as one of the great fathers of the early Christian church

Comet of 684 (Halley), 1493. The English astronomer, Edmond Halley (1656-1742) was the first to suggest that appearances of bright comets every 76 years were in fact sightings of the same comet

Adam and Eve, 1493. Adam and Eve, tempted by the Serpent, eat from the Tree of Knowledge and are expelled from the Garden of Eden by the Angel of the Lord

Cimmerian Sibyl, 1493. Sibyls were ancient prophetesses of the coming of Christ. From Hartmann Schedel, Liber Chronicarum Mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle). (Nuremberg 1493)

Lucius Annaeus Seneca (The Younger) (c5 BC-65 AD), Roman Stoic philosopher, 1493. Seneca committing suicide in his bath, having antagonised Nero

Anaximines (fl c500 BC), Ancient Greek philosopher, 1493. With Thales and Anaximander, Anaximenes was one of three great thinkers from Miletus

Anaxagoras (c500-428 BC), Ancient Greek philosopher, 1493. Among his pupils in Athens were Pericles and Euripides. His ideas on cosmology

Anaximander (c611-546 BC), Ancient Greek philosopher, 1493. With Thales and Anaximines, Anaximander was one of the three great thinkers from Miletus

Aesop, Greek fabulist, 1493. Aesop may in fact only be a figure of legend, but according to Herodotus, he lived c620-560 BC. From Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) by Hartmann Schedel

Geocentric universe, 1493. God enthroned surrounded by the chosen and Angels, sits above a diagram of the geocentric Ptolemaic universe, with the Earth surrounded by water, air and fire

Tamerlane, Turcic conqueror, 1336-1405 (1493). Artist: Hartmannus Schedel
Tamerlane (also named Tamerlaine/Timur-i-Lang), Turcic conqueror, 1336-1405 (1493). Islamic leader of Turks and Mongols in conquest of Persia and northern India. Defeated Ottomans, 1402

The Sixth Day of Creation, 1493. Having created cattle and creeping things, God creates Adam. From Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) edited by Hartmann Schedel. (Nuremberg, 1493)

Endangered Hartmannaes Mountain Zebras (Hartmannaes Mountain Zebra) climb effortlessly up a rocky mountain slope, Namibia, Skeleton Coast

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"Hartmannus: A Glimpse into the Tapestry of History, 1493" Step back in time to the year 1493 and immerse yourself in a world filled with captivating tales and remarkable events. As you gaze upon the view of a fortified city, its towering walls standing as a testament to strength and resilience, you can't help but marvel at the ingenuity of human craftsmanship. In this same year, St. Francis of Assisi, an Italian priest and founder of the Franciscan order, walked among us. His unwavering devotion to his faith inspired countless souls and left an indelible mark on history. Meanwhile, across distant lands in Rome, we witness the martyrdom of St. Peter unfold before our eyes. The courage displayed by this revered figure serves as a reminder that even in times of great adversity, faith can triumph over all obstacles. Traveling further back through time brings us face-to-face with Thomas a Becket, an English churchman whose unwavering dedication cost him his life. His sacrifice echoes throughout centuries as a symbol of unwavering commitment to one's beliefs. As we turn our attention towards Noah's Ark being built under divine guidance in 1493 BCE (as depicted by Hartmann Schedel), we are reminded that hope can be found even amidst chaos. This monumental undertaking showcases humanity's ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges when guided by faith. The bustling cityscape of Treviso comes alive before us; its streets teeming with life while ships sail gracefully along its riverbanks—a vibrant tapestry woven from both past and present aspirations. Within these pages lies "The Nuremberg Chronicle" penned by Hartmann Schedel himself—an invaluable historical treasure capturing moments frozen in time for future generations to behold. Through Michael Wolgemut's artistry within these pages emerges vivid imagery that transports us directly into those significant moments.