1570s Collection (#3)

Giorgio Ghisi after Michelangelo (Italian, 1520 - 1582), The Prophet Joel, early 1570s, engraving on laid paper

Dirck Barendsz (Dutch, 1534 - 1592), Pilate Washing His Hands as Christ Is Led Away, probably 1570s, monochrome oil on paper laid down on mount

Hans Bol (Netherlandish, 1534-1593), The Crucifixion, 1570s, pen and brown ink with
Hans Bol (Netherlandish, 1534 - 1593), The Crucifixion, 1570s, pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper

Sheet of Studies of Various Figures; Aurelio Luini, Italian, about 1530 - 1593; 1570s; Pen and brown ink, brown wash with white gouache heightening over traces of black chalk on paper; 26.7 x 17.9 cm

The Temptation of Saint Anthony; Lelio Orsi, Italian, 1511 - 1587; 1570s; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 44.1 x 36.4 cm (17 3/8 x 14 5/16 in.), Framed: 59.7 x 52.4 x 3.2 cm (23 1/2 x 20 5/8 x 1 1/4 in.)

Giorgio Ghisi after Michelangelo (Italian, 1520-1582), The Prophet Ezekiel, early 1570s, engraving on laid paper

FLORENCE, 16TH CENTURY. View of Florence, Italy, from Civitas Orbis Terrarum, by Georg Braun and Franz Hogenberg, published in Cologne, late 16th century

ELIZABETH I (1533-1603). Queen of England and Ireland, 1558-1603. Elizabeth at prayer. Frontispiece to Christian Prayers, London, England, 1569

Greenland hunters, 16th century C016 / 4489
Greenland hunters. 16th-century artwork showing an Inuit man in Greenland hunting seabirds from a kayak. More scenes of Inuit society are shown on shore, including a village, a mother and child

SOLDIERS, 16th CENTURY. French soldiers during the reign of King Henry III (1574-1589). Left-to-right: a captain, a memeber of the Garde du Corps, a musketeer, and a member of the Swiss Guards

Kirby Hall Courtyard
The Inner Court of Kirby Hall, Northamptonshire, England. The Hall was formerly a residence of the Earl of Winchelsea, built 1570s - 1590s. Date: 16th century

Kirby Hall Gateway
The entrance gateways to Kirby Hall, near Gratton, Northamptonshire, England. The Hall was formerly a residence of the Earl of Winchelsea, built 1570s - 1590s. Date: 16th century

KIRBY HALL
The ruins of Kirby Hall, near Gratton, Northamptonshire, England. The hall was formerly a residence of the Earl of Winchelsea and was built 1570s to 1590s. Date: 16th century

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In the 1570s, the world was filled with cultural and historical marvels. Akbar the Great, a powerful Mughal emperor, welcomed Jesuit missionaries to his court, showcasing his openness to different faiths. Meanwhile, in England's Kirby Hall, grandeur and elegance were on display as this magnificent country house reached its peak. Traveling back in time through a French carriage from the 16th century would have been an experience of luxury and sophistication. In Delhi, India, Humayun's Tomb stood tall as a testament to architectural brilliance in 1570. Its intricate design still mesmerizes visitors today. Across continents in Istanbul, Turkey, Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Mosque emerged as a symbol of Ottoman magnificence. The mosque's beauty blended seamlessly with its surroundings in Kadirga district. Further west lies Edirne Province where Selimiye Mosque showcased remarkable interior craftsmanship that left worshippers awestruck during prayers. This sacred space exemplified both spiritual devotion and architectural mastery. The concept of hierarchy was explored through Rhetorica Christiana ad concionandi et orandi usum's "Great Chain of Being. " This philosophical framework aimed to explain divine order within society and nature itself. Cartography enthusiasts marveled at Zurich's hand-colored engraving map from 1575 which provided valuable insights into geographical knowledge at that time. Art lovers admired Iznik pottery tiles adorned with symmetrical designs featuring vibrant red hues—a true feast for the eyes. Religious art flourished during this period too; Brahma offering homage to Krishna depicted Vishnu's incarnation while King Solomon encountered a Peri—an enchanting scene captured using gouache with gold paint on paper. Lastly, sailors relied on portolan charts like one depicting the Mediterranean and Northern Europe for safe navigation across treacherous waters—these maps were their lifelines amidst vast unknown territories.