1497 Collection (page 5)

Of the erudicion of neglygent faders anenst theyr chyldren, illustration from Alexander
XJF483413 Of the erudicion of neglygent faders anenst theyr chyldren, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of old folys that is to say the longer they lyue the more they ar gyuen to foly
XJF483412 Of old folys that is to say the longer they lyue the more they ar gyuen to foly, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Here begynneth the foles and first inprofytable bokes, illustration from Alexander
XJF483408 Here begynneth the foles and first inprofytable bokes, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of euyl Counsellours, Juges and men of lawe, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF483409 Of euyl Counsellours, Juges and men of lawe, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Of newe fassions and disgised Garmentes, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF483411 Of newe fassions and disgised Garmentes, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Benozzo Gozzoli (Italian, c. 1421 - 1497), A Hound Chasing a Hare, c. 1455, pen and brown ink with traces of red chalk, heightened with white on pink prepared paper

Benozzo Gozzoli, The Raising of Lazarus, Italian, c. 1421 - 1497, mid 1490s, canvas
Benozzo Gozzoli, The Raising of Lazarus, Italian, c. 1421-1497, mid 1490s, oil (?) on canvas

Matteo di Giovanni, Madonna and Child with Angels and Cherubim, Italian, c. 1430 - 1497, c. 1460-1465, on panel

John the Baptist, attributed to Francesco Botticini, 1470 - 1497

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, Sandro Botticelli, c. 1497 - c. 1500

Felix Bracquemond (French, 1833 - 1914) after Hans Holbein the Younger (German, 1497 / 1498)
Felix Bracquemond (French, 1833 - 1914) after Hans Holbein the Younger (German, 1497/1498 - 1543). Portrait of Erasmus. Photogravure

Premier Engraver (Italian, active 1495a'1497) after Andrea Mantegna (Italian, ca. 1431 - 1506). The Corselet Bearers, ca. 1495. From The Triumphs of Caesar. Engraving

Interior of an Ironworks Signed, lower right: G. SYKES, Godfrey Sykes
Interior of an Ironworks Signed, lower right: " G. SYKES", Godfrey Sykes, 1825-1866, British

Master of the Catholic Kings, Christ among the Doctors, Spanish, active c. 1485-1500, c. 1495-1497, oil on panel

Matteo di Giovanni, Madonna and Child with Saint Jerome, Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and Angels, Italian, c. 1430-1497, c. 1465-1470, tempera on panel

Benozzo Gozzoli, Saint Ursula with Two Angels and Donor, Italian, c. 1421-1497, c. 1455-1460, tempera on panel

Hans Holbein the Younger (German, 1497-1498-1543), Rich Man, woodcut

Albrecht Durer (German, 1471-1528), Four Naked Women, 1497, engraving

Albrecht Durer (German, 1471-1528), The Cook and His Wife, c. 1496-1497, engraving

VASCO da GAMA: FLEET. The four ships which departed in 1497 from Lisbon, Portugal, and arrived at Calicut in 1498. Clockwise from top left: Sao Gabriel (flagship), Sao Raphael, Berrio

JOHN CABOT (1450-1498). Italian navigator and explorer. Cabot and his ship Mathew off the coast of Newfoundland in 1497. pen and ink drawing by Charles W. Jefferys

MEDIEVAL SYPHILIS, 1497. A doctor inspects the urine sample of a female patient with syphilis while his colleague applies a salve to a similarly-infected male patient. Woodcut, 1497

THE MENs BATH, c1497. Woodcut, c1497, by Albrecht Durer

COLUMBUS LETTER, 1497. First page of the Spanish edition of the Columbus letter, 1497

Trivulzio Madonna Oil on canvas, 1497, Castello Sforzesco, Museo Civico d Arte Antica, Milan, by Andrea Mantegna (c. 1431 - September 13, 1506) Italian Renaissance painter

Reign Henry VII: Testing weights and measures. At bottom right measures which do not come up to standard are being burned

Benedetto da Majano, Florence (ja), 1442 - Florence, 1497. Filippo Strozzi (1426-1491) Marble

The seizure of Atahualpa at Cajamarca by J. M. Moreau junior. Spaniards taking Inca
The seizure of Atahualpa at Cajamarca by J.M. Moreau junior. Spaniards taking Inca ruler Atahualpa away as woman faints. engraving.(between 1760 and 1810) Atahualpa (1497 - 1533)

Hans Holbein the Younger 1497 or 1498 - 1543 (artist), Portrait of Sir Brian Tuke, oil on pane. Tuke was Treasurer and secretary to Henry VIII the king of England

The Risen Christ appearing to the king of Spain (Ferdinand II of Aragon and Ferdinand V of Castile 1452-1516). Woodcut from 1497 pamphlet containing a German translation of Columbuss letter to Luis

Historical length standards C016 / 2046
Historical length standards. Standards established for the yard and the metre, along with their cross-sections (right). The Henry VII Yard (1497) and the Elizabeth Yard (1588)

A doctor inspects the urine sample of a female patient with syphilis while his colleague applies a salve to a
MEDIEVAL SYPHILIS, 1497. A doctor inspects the urine sample of a female patient with syphilis while his colleague applies a salve to a similarly-infected male patient. Woodcut, 1497

Woodcut, German, 1497
APOTHECARY, 1497. Woodcut, German, 1497

Hortus Sanitatis, Jacob Meidenbach, 1497 edition
Hortus Sanitatis title page

HOLBEIN, Hans, the Younger (1497-1547); Erasmus, Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus (1469-1539). Dutch clergyman, humanist

LE MOITURIER, Pierre Antoine (1425-1497). Tomb of Philippe Pot. Great Duke of Burgundy. Sculpture on rock

The game of het kolven, a precursor to golf, played in the Netherlands. Woodcut, French, 1497
HET KOLVEN, 1497. The game of het kolven, a precursor to golf, played in the Netherlands. Woodcut, French, 1497

SCRIBE: PAOLO ATTAVANTI. Woodcut from Paolo Attavantis Breviarium totius juris canonici, Milan, Italy, 1497

TRIAL OF WEIGHTS, 1497. Trial of weights and measures at the exchequer during the reign of King Henry VII of England. Wood engraving, 19th century, after a drawing of 1497

VASCO DA GAMA taking leave from King Manuel of Portugal at his departure from Lisbon for India on July 8, 1497. Colored engraving, 19th century

JOHN CABOT (1450-1498) claiming Labrador in the name of King Henry VII of England in 1497. Color engraving, 19th century

DURER: FOUR WITCHES, 1497. The Four Witches. Line engraving, 1497, by Albrecht Durer

Luther Goes to School
Five-year old Martin is taken to Mansfeld Grammar School by his parents; he will stay there until 1497 Date: 1488

Wound sites, 15th century artwork
Wound sites. 15th century anatomical diagram illustrating the various injuries and their common sites. The diagram, known as a wound man, is from Hieronymus Brunschwigs Book of Cirurgia (Strassburg)

The Sun, 15th Century artwork

John Heywood
JOHN HEYWOOD English playwright and epigrammatist

Jf Fernel / Larmessin
JEAN FRANCOIS FERNEL - French medical personality

Matthew / Wills Cig Card
John Cabot set sail in the Matthew from Bristol on 2 May 1497, and discovered Newfoundland the following month

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In the year 1497, a remarkable blend of art, satire, and historical events unfolded across Europe and Russia. One such illustration that captured the essence of this era was found in Sebastian Brant's book Ship of Fools. Created anonymously, this satirical artwork provided a glimpse into society's follies. Meanwhile, medical practices were evolving as evidenced by a medical prescription from that time. The study of medicine became intertwined with advancements in various fields like art and science. It was also during this period that Philipp Schwarzerd, known as Melanchthon (1497-1560), made significant contributions to education and theology. The political landscape saw Lady Catherine Gordon standing before King Henry VII. Her presence symbolized the intricate alliances formed between countries during this era. Another notable figure was Perkin Warbeck who sought refuge at Beaulieu Abbey in the New Forest amidst political turmoil. Artistic brilliance thrived as Leonardo da Vinci delved into his studies while leaving an indelible mark on history through his works like Codex Atlanticus. Simultaneously, Johannes Gutenberg's printing press revolutionized communication by making books more accessible to people across Europe. Catherine of Aragon emerged as a prominent figure during these times when she ascended to become Queen of England in 1485 until her death in 1536. Her influence extended beyond her role as queen and left an enduring legacy. Alexander Barclay's English translation of The Ship of Fools shed light on societal issues prevalent at the time through engravings depicting tales bearers, false reporters, promoters of strife, and those who refused to acknowledge their own foolishness or fought against stronger opponents. Hieronymus Brunschwig's Book of Cirurgia showcased advancements in surgical techniques through lithographs—a testament to progress not only in medicine but also technology itself. The year 1497 encapsulated an era marked by artistic expression, scientific breakthroughs, political intricacies, and societal introspection.