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1470 Collection (#10)

In the year 1470, amidst the grandeur of Durham Cathedral, monk copyists diligently transcribe ancient texts, preserving knowledge for future generations

Background image1470 Collection: MAGICIAN, c1470. The conjurer and his audience (lower right) under lunar domination

MAGICIAN, c1470. The conjurer and his audience (lower right) under lunar domination. Woodcut from Wirkungen der Planeten, c1470

Background image1470 Collection: HIGH JUDGE OF NORMANDY. In court / deciding boundary of a property: French manuscript illumination

HIGH JUDGE OF NORMANDY. In court / deciding boundary of a property: French manuscript illumination
HIGH JUDGE OF NORMANDY. In court/deciding boundary of a property: French manuscript illumination, c1470

Background image1470 Collection: ALLEGORY: JUSTICE. Oil on panel by Piero and Antonio Pollaiuolo, c1469-70

ALLEGORY: JUSTICE. Oil on panel by Piero and Antonio Pollaiuolo, c1469-70

Background image1470 Collection: TREE PLANTING AND GRAFTING. Crescentius discussing tree planting and grafting

TREE PLANTING AND GRAFTING. Crescentius discussing tree planting and grafting. Flemish manuscript illumination, c1470

Background image1470 Collection: VITICULTURE, c1470. Crescentius discussing viticulture and winemaking

VITICULTURE, c1470. Crescentius discussing viticulture and winemaking. Flemish manuscript illumination, c1470

Background image1470 Collection: HERB PLANTING, c1470. Crescentius discussing herb planting. Flemish manuscript illumination

HERB PLANTING, c1470. Crescentius discussing herb planting. Flemish manuscript illumination, c1470

Background image1470 Collection: View of an Ideal City, or the City of God post 1470. Luciano Laurana (c1420-1479) Croatian

View of an Ideal City, or the City of God post 1470. Luciano Laurana (c1420-1479) Croatian (Dalmatia) architect and engineer who worked in Italyparticularly fro the Duke of Urbino 1466-1472

Background image1470 Collection: Juan de Borgona (c. 1470 - 1534). High Renaissance painter born in the Duchy of Burgundy

Juan de Borgona (c. 1470 - 1534). High Renaissance painter born in the Duchy of Burgundy
Juan de Borgona (c.1470 - 1534). High Renaissance painter born in the Duchy of Burgundy. Active in Spain from about 1495 to 1534

Background image1470 Collection: Sandro Botticelli, 1445 - 1510), Florentine, Italian painter. Il ritorno di Giuditta a Betulia

Sandro Botticelli, 1445 - 1510), Florentine, Italian painter. Il ritorno di Giuditta a Betulia (The Return of Judith to Betulia), 1470

Background image1470 Collection: Edward IV (1442-1483) king of England March 1461 to October 1470 and April 1471-1483

Edward IV (1442-1483) king of England March 1461 to October 1470 and April 1471-1483. With the help of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, he was declared king in 1461

Background image1470 Collection: Italy, The administration of justice miniature from De Sphaera, Latin manuscript 209, 1470

Italy, The administration of justice miniature from De Sphaera, Latin manuscript 209, 1470 15th century, Biblioteca Estense (Library)

Background image1470 Collection: Representation of Mercury, the planet of science and the arts. Woodcut, c1470

Representation of Mercury, the planet of science and the arts. Woodcut, c1470
PLANET MERCURY, c1470. Representation of Mercury, the planet of science and the arts. Woodcut, c1470

Background image1470 Collection: HERRERA, Gabriel Alonso de (1470-1539)

HERRERA, Gabriel Alonso de (1470-1539). Spanish clergyman and agronomist. Title page of the Book on Agriculture

Background image1470 Collection: THE SHIP, c1470. Engraving by an anonymous Dutch artist, c1470

THE SHIP, c1470. Engraving by an anonymous Dutch artist, c1470

Background image1470 Collection: Henry VIII annulment

Henry VIII annulment
Judgement declaring the nullity of Henry VIIIs marriage with Anne of Cleves, 9 July 1540 Date: 9th July 1540

Background image1470 Collection: Malvern Priory Gateway

Malvern Priory Gateway
This building, which now houses the Malvern Museum, was originally a medieval gatehouse guarding the entrance to Malvern Priory. Worcestershire, England. Date: circa 1470

Background image1470 Collection: Wurzburg Missal 1470

Wurzburg Missal 1470
Five lines of print from the Wurzburg Missal, one of the earliest printed books. Date: 1470

Background image1470 Collection: German Soldiers / 15Th

German Soldiers / 15Th
Burgundian knights in armour. Date: 1470

Background image1470 Collection: Burgundian Soldiers

Burgundian Soldiers
Burgundian soldiers in full body armour. Date: 1470

Background image1470 Collection: Edward V of England

Edward V of England
EDWARD V Reigned April to June in 1483. Date: 1470 - 1483

Background image1470 Collection: EDWARD V

EDWARD V The elder of the Princes in the Tower. He was never crowned & is shown here with the crown hovering above his head. Date: 1470 - 1483

Background image1470 Collection: English Costume 1470

English Costume 1470
The duke and duchess of Suffolk look on as Henry VI and Henry VII discuss the problems of kingship; the royals are less formally dressed than the nobles Date: circa 1470

Background image1470 Collection: SPAIN: ANNUNCIATION, c1500. The Annunciation with the Duke of Alba. Oil on canvas

SPAIN: ANNUNCIATION, c1500. The Annunciation with the Duke of Alba. Oil on canvas, Spanish, 1470-1500

Background image1470 Collection: ANTONELLO: VIRGIN & CHILD. Panel, 1470, by Antonello da Messina

ANTONELLO: VIRGIN & CHILD. Panel, 1470, by Antonello da Messina

Background image1470 Collection: MADONNA OF THE EGG. Piero della Francesco. Panel, 1470-1472

MADONNA OF THE EGG. Piero della Francesco. Panel, 1470-1472

Background image1470 Collection: Louis XI Soaked

Louis XI Soaked
Early one morning Louis XI is riding to mass through the streets of Paris when a student empties a basin from the window onto the kings head. The king forgives him. Date: circa 1470

Background image1470 Collection: Henry Vi / Engraved Taylor

Henry Vi / Engraved Taylor
HENRY VI Reigned 1422-1461 and 1470-1471 Date: 1421 - 1471

Background image1470 Collection: Henry VI Released 1470

Henry VI Released 1470
On the Earl of Warwicks orders, Henry VI is released from the Tower of London after five years of imprisonment

Background image1470 Collection: Ruins of Nether Hall

Ruins of Nether Hall
The ruins of Nether Hall, Roydon, Essex, England. This fine old red brick archway is all that remains of a magificent mansion which was built in 1470

Background image1470 Collection: Charles Viii / Chasselat

Charles Viii / Chasselat
CHARLES VIII (known as The Affable ) King of France 1483-1498, son of Louis XI

Background image1470 Collection: Englishman 1470

Englishman 1470
He wears a short belted high- necked tunic over his shirt and hose; the ribbon on his hat is the relic of the once- fashionable liripipe

Background image1470 Collection: Warwick Submits / Doyle

Warwick Submits / Doyle
Warwick submits to Margaret of Anjou, the wife of Henry VI

Background image1470 Collection: Polydore Virgil / Thevet

Polydore Virgil / Thevet
POLYDORE VIRGIL Historian

Background image1470 Collection: King Edward V

King Edward V
EDWARD V Son of Edward IV, he was the elder of the Princes in the Tower

Background image1470 Collection: Medieval Author

Medieval Author
Georges Chastelain, Flemish soldier of fortune, presents his book to Charles le Temeraire, duc de Bourgogne

Background image1470 Collection: Willibald Pirkheimer

Willibald Pirkheimer
WILLIBALD PIRKHEIMER German humnist

Background image1470 Collection: Sickbed Scene (1470)

Sickbed Scene (1470)
An elderly man in his sickbed being attended to by two women

Background image1470 Collection: Pietro Bembo

Pietro Bembo
PIETRO BEMBO Italian prelate and scholar




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In the year 1470, amidst the grandeur of Durham Cathedral, monk copyists diligently transcribe ancient texts, preserving knowledge for future generations. The echoes of their quills on parchment resonate through time, a testament to their dedication. Meanwhile, in the realm of artistry, Master of the Statues of Koudewat unveils his masterpiece: "Saint Barbara. " Painted with meticulous detail and vibrant colors characteristic of the era, this work transports viewers to a world where faith and beauty intertwine. Across England's history-laden landscape, young Edward V ascends to power at just seventeen. As players perform captivating dramas before enthralled audiences numbering fifty or more souls, they weave tales that captivate hearts and minds alike. Philosophy takes center stage as Boethius finds solace in its consoling embrace while Fortune turns her fickle wheel. These timeless concepts offer insights into life's complexities and provide guidance during uncertain times. Amidst these cultural marvels emerges an engineering triumph: Consolidated B-24J 44-44175 soars through skies once ruled by knights donning medieval attire. A symbol of progress and innovation in aviation technology - a glimpse into humanity's insatiable thirst for exploration. Within castle walls lies an intimate scene from everyday life circa 1470. An elderly man rests peacefully in his bedchamber while his wife reads comforting scriptures aloud. A maidservant prepares hot soup - offering nourishment not only for his body but also for his soul. As Mars looms above with zodiac signs Aries and Scorpio adorning its celestial canvas, we are reminded of ancient myths entwined with astrology's mystique. These symbols evoke stories passed down through generations - tales that continue to inspire wonder even today. The tapestry depicting Achilles' Tent during the Trojan War transports us further back in time to c. 1470 when heroes clashed on distant shores.