1496 Collection (page 3)

BELLINI: ST. MARKs SQUARE. Procession in St. Marks Square. Detail, oil on canvas, by Gentile Bellini, 1496

VENICE: PIAZZA SAN MARCO. The Piazza San Marco. Etching after Gentile Bellini, 1496

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Envious are immersed in freezing water as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. French woodcut, 1496

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Slothful are thrown into snakepits as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. French woodcut, 1496

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Avaricious are put into cauldrons of boiling oil as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. French woodcut, 1496

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Prideful are broken on the wheel as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. French woodcut, 1496

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Angry are dismembered alive as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. French woodcut, 1496

ANGLER, 1496. Woodcut of an angler from Dame Juliana Barnes Treatise of Fishing with an Angle, included in the Book of St. Albans, printed by Wynkyn de Worde at Westminster, 1496

PLANET MERCURY, 1496. Personification of Mercury, the planet of science and the arts. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grand kalendrier des bergieres, Troyes, 1496

IN ALMAGESTUM PTOLOMEI. The opening page of the first edition of Johann Muller Regiomontanus In Almagestum Ptolomei, Venice, 1496

IN ALMAGESTUM PTOLOMEI. Title-page of the first edition of Johann Muller Regiomontanus In Almagestum Ptolomei, Venice, 1496

COMETS, 1496. Different forms of comets. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, France, 1496

ELEMENTS OF THE UNIVERSE. The four elements and the orbits of the planets. Woodcut from Philippe de Mantegats Judicium cum tractibus planetarii, Milan, Italy, 1496

SPANISH SHIP, 1496. A typical late-15th century Spanish ship. Woodcut from Estoriador do emperador Vespesiano, 1496

MUSICIANS, 1496. Detail of a woodcut border from Practica Musicae, by Franchinus Gafurius, Milan, 1496

BALLATETTE, 1496. A ring of dancing girls before the cornice of a building with the Medici arms. Woodcut from Ballatette, by Lorenzo de Medici, Politiano, et al, Florence, Italy, c1496

Colored woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496
THE ZODIAC, 1496. Colored woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496

Woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496
THE ZODIAC, 1496. Woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496

Colored woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, 1496
THE ZODIAC, 1496. Colored woodcut from " Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, " 1496

St Marks Astrological Clock is housed in the St Marks Clock tower, on St Marks Square in Venice. The first clock housed in the tower was built and installed by Gian Paulo and Gian Carlo Rainieri

The great triumphal chariot of Maximilian I. 1496 Woodcut by Albrecht Durer, 1471-1528 German artist

Illustrated page with vignette showing Aristotleja pointing to the stars in the sky by Thomas Bricot 1496

The Syphilitic. Woodcut, 1496, by Albrecht Durer
DURER: SYPHILITIC, 1496. The Syphilitic. Woodcut, 1496, by Albrecht Durer

The Syphilitic. Detail of a woodcut, 1496, by Albrecht D├╝rer
DURER: SYPHILITIC, 1496. The Syphilitic. Detail of a woodcut, 1496, by Albrecht D├╝rer

GUAS, Juan (1430-1496). Infantado Palace. SPAIN. Guadalajara. Infantado Palace. Gothic art. Architecture

Heemskerck, Maarten van (1496-1574). Venus, Mars and Vulcan. This is the left panel of a triptych. Renaissance art

Provision appoining Columbus
Provision of the Catholic Monarchs (28th May 1496) appointing Christopher Colombus as Admiral, Viceroy and Governor of the Indies. Date: 1496

GARCIA DE BENABARRE, Pedro ( -1496). Herods Banquet. Reproduction of the biblical passage where Salome holds St. John the Baptist s

Filippo Buonaccorsi
FILIPPO CALLIMACO BUONACCORSI Italian historian, depicted at his writing desk, scissors, inkwell and all - a delightful glimpse of a 15th century writer at work. Date: CIRCA 1437 - 1496

A COOK AND HIS WIFE, c1496. Copper engraving by Albrecht D├╝rer, c1496

DURER: PRODIGAL SON, 1496. The Prodigal Son Amid The Swine. Copper engraving, 1496, by Albrecht D├╝rer

ALLEGORY OF VENUS, 1496. Personification of Venus, planet of love, gaiety and music. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, France, 1496

Durers Syphilitic, 1495-1496. Albrecht Durer (1471-1528) was a German artist. His skillful use of perspective and mathematical proportions made him one of the outstanding artistic figures of

COMET, 1496. Different forms of comets. Colored woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, 1496

Maximilian in Italy
Its the Empires turn to invade Italy : Maximilian I anchors the imperial fleet in the harbour of La Spezia

Dives and the Pauper
DIVES AND THE PAUPER LAZARUS illustration in Wynkyn de Wordes 1496 publication Diues et Pauper

15th Century Birds
A splendid assortment of birds, some familiar and some fabulous, depicted in Wynkyn de Wordes 1496 Treatyses perteynynge to Hawkynge Huntynge and Fysshynge

Sport / Archery (Shaw)
Medieval archers shooting at the Butt (target) using crossbows

Louis Xii-Mary of France
MARY DUCHESS SUFFOLK Duchess of Suffolk daughter of HENRY VII, wife of Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk, previously wife of Louis XII of France

Venetian Nobleman
A young Venetian nobleman wearing the fashionable asymmetric hose of the day

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In the year 1496, a remarkable period in history unfolded. Menno Simons, a prominent religious leader, began his journey towards becoming an influential figure in Anabaptist Christianity. Meanwhile, the world of science witnessed significant advancements with the allegory of Mercury representing the planet's role in scientific discoveries. Amidst these developments, Suleiman the Magnificent rose to power as one of history's most formidable rulers. As he reigned over the Ottoman Empire, art flourished under his patronage. Rogier Van der Weyden's masterpiece "Christ Appearing to His Mother" captivated audiences with its emotional portrayal. While Suleiman commanded vast territories and influenced politics across continents, another kind of pursuit took place - fishing. "Fysshynge Wyth an Angle" provided insights into this popular pastime during that era. Across Europe, Charles Brandon held prominence as Suffolk and played a crucial role in Tudor England. His actions shaped political landscapes and impacted historical events during this transformative time. Artistic expressions continued to thrive as Marco Palmezzano crafted a stunning depiction of Saint John the Baptist's head in 1496. This artwork showcased Palmezzano's mastery and added depth to religious narratives. Albrecht Durer contributed immensely through his creation "The Apocalypse of St. John. " This intricate piece captured imaginations while reflecting on themes of spirituality and divine revelation. Meanwhile, exploration was at its peak when John Cabot received King Henry VII's charter to venture into uncharted lands. Their expedition marked new beginnings for discovery and colonization beyond known horizons. Literature also left its mark with an illustrated page from Plutarchus' Parallel Lives depicting Theseus battling a Centaur in 1496. Woodcut illustrations brought ancient tales alive for readers across generations. Lastly, an engraving titled "A Cook and his Wife" offered glimpses into everyday life during this period.