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1578 Collection (#2)

In the year 1578, a tapestry of historical events unfolded across different parts of the world

Background image1578 Collection: Thomas Baron Coventry

Thomas Baron Coventry
THOMAS, first baron COVENTRY lawyer and statesman, Keeper of the Great Seal. Date: 1578 - 1640

Background image1578 Collection: Duc Hess of Richmond

Duc Hess of Richmond
DUCHESS OF RICHMOND RICHMOND, 3rd wife of Ludovick Stuart, duke; previously wife of Edward, earl of Hertford; daughter of Thomas Howard of Bindon; in all her finery. Date: 1578 - 1639

Background image1578 Collection: Francess D of Richmond

Francess D of Richmond
FRANCES HOWARD, duchess of RICHMOND, 3rd wife of Ludovick Stuart, duke; previously wife of Edward, earl of Hertford; daughter of Thomas Howard of Bindon. Date: 1578 - 1639

Background image1578 Collection: 6th Earl of Rutland

6th Earl of Rutland
FRANCIS MANNERS 6TH EARL OF RUTLAND Also Baron Ross of Ham and Honourable Knight of the Garter. Date: 1578 - 1632

Background image1578 Collection: Augustinus Hunnaeus

Augustinus Hunnaeus
AUGUSTINUS HUNNAEUS German theologian and philosopher Date: ? - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Don Juan of Austria - 9

Don Juan of Austria - 9
DON JUAN, known as Don John of Austria son of emperor Carl V : Spanish governor of the Netherlands, naval commander at the battle of Lepanto Date: 1545 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Don Juan of Austria - 10

Don Juan of Austria - 10
DON JUAN, known as Don John of Austria son of emperor Carl V : Spanish governor of the Netherlands, naval commander at the battle of Lepanto Date: 1545 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Don Juan of Austria - 6

Don Juan of Austria - 6
DON JUAN, known as Don John of Austria son of emperor Carl V : Spanish governor of the Netherlands, naval commander at the battle of Lepanto Date: 1545 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Don Juan of Austria - 4

Don Juan of Austria - 4
DON JUAN, known as Don John of Austria son of emperor Carl V : Spanish governor of the Netherlands, naval commander at the battle of Lepanto Date: 1545 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Don Juan of Austria - 3

Don Juan of Austria - 3
DON JUAN, known as Don John of Austria son of emperor Carl V : Spanish governor of the Netherlands, naval commander at the battle of Lepanto Date: 1545 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Don Juan of Austria - 5

Don Juan of Austria - 5
DON JUAN, known as Don John of Austria son of emperor Carl V : Spanish governor of the Netherlands, naval commander at the battle of Lepanto Date: 1545 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Don Juan of Austria - 2

Don Juan of Austria - 2
DON JUAN, known as Don John of Austria son of emperor Carl V : Spanish governor of the Netherlands, naval commander at the battle of Lepanto Date: 1545 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: George Hakewill

George Hakewill
GEORGE HAKEWILL Protestant divine and scholar, chaplain to young Charles I but fell out of favour when he opposed the Spanish Marriage of C to Henrietta Maria Date: 1578 - 1649

Background image1578 Collection: Cottington (Van Somer)

Cottington (Van Somer)
FRANCIS LORD COTTINGTON statesman, Chancellor of the Exchequer Date: 1578? - 1652

Background image1578 Collection: Cottington (Hollar?)

Cottington (Hollar?)
FRANCIS LORD COTTINGTON statesman, Chancellor of the Exchequer Date: 1578? - 1652

Background image1578 Collection: Alessandro Farnese / Unive

Alessandro Farnese / Unive
ALESSANDRO FARNESE Duke of Parma, general and diplomat. Spanish governor general of the Netherlands (1578-86), ruling as regent for Philip II of Spain Date: 1545 - 1592

Background image1578 Collection: Alessandro Farnese / Anon

Alessandro Farnese / Anon
ALESSANDRO FARNESE Duke of Parma, general and diplomat. Spanish governor general of the Netherlands (1578-86), ruling as regent for Philip II of Spain Date: 1545 - 1592

Background image1578 Collection: William Harvey / Figuier

William Harvey / Figuier
WILLIAM HARVEY English physician and anatomist, portrayed with an open anatomy book and a poppy plant Date: 1578-1657

Background image1578 Collection: William Harvey / Bust

William Harvey / Bust
WILLIAM HARVEY Engraving of a bust of the physician and anatomist Date: 1578-1657

Background image1578 Collection: Harvey / La Nature / 1879

Harvey / La Nature / 1879
WILLIAM HARVEY English physician and anatomist explains the circulation of blood to King Charles I Date: 1578-1657

Background image1578 Collection: PHILIP III of Spain (1578-1621). King of Spain (1598-1621)

PHILIP III of Spain (1578-1621). King of Spain (1598-1621). 1657. Engraving

Background image1578 Collection: VIDAL, Pedro Antonio. Portrait of Philip III

VIDAL, Pedro Antonio. Portrait of Philip III
VIDAL, Pedro Antonio (17th century). Philip III. 1617. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Prado Museum

Background image1578 Collection: Juan de Austria

Juan de Austria, Don (1545-1578). Spanish prince, natural son of Charles V and Barbara Blomberg. Portrait after the statue erected in Messina in 1572. Engraving. SPAIN. ARAGON. Zaragoza

Background image1578 Collection: Franz Van Den Zype

Franz Van Den Zype
FRANZ VAN DEN ZYPE (Zypaeus) Dutch jurist Date: 1578 - 1650

Background image1578 Collection: Sebastiano Venier - 2

Sebastiano Venier - 2
SEBASTIANO VENIER Doge of Venice Date: ? - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Sebastiano Venier - 1

Sebastiano Venier - 1
SEBASTIANO VENIER Doge of Venice Date: ? - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: William Twisse

William Twisse
WILLIAM TWISSE Puritan churchman Date: 1578 - 1646

Background image1578 Collection: Lucas Vorsterman Elder

Lucas Vorsterman Elder
LUCAS VORSTERMAN the elder Flemish artist from Antwerp Date: 1578 - 1656+

Background image1578 Collection: George Sandys - 1

George Sandys - 1
GEORGE SANDYS poet and traveler, son of Edwin archbishop of York. Date: 1578 - 1644

Background image1578 Collection: George Sandys - 2

George Sandys - 2
GEORGE SANDYS poet and traveler, son of Edwin archbishop of York. Date: 1578 - 1644

Background image1578 Collection: Guillaume Ribier

Guillaume Ribier
GUILLAUME RIBIER French statesman Date: 1578 - 1663

Background image1578 Collection: Gianbattista Moroni

Gianbattista Moroni
GIANBATTISTA MORONI Italian artist from Bergamo. Date: 1520 - 1578

Background image1578 Collection: Henri Duc De Maine

Henri Duc De Maine
HENRI de Lorraine, duc de MAINE French statesman Date: 1578 - 1621

Background image1578 Collection: David Head Goliath 1578 Engraving sheet 5 1 / 4 x 3 15 / 16

David Head Goliath 1578 Engraving sheet 5 1 / 4 x 3 15 / 16
Artokoloro

Background image1578 Collection: Judah Head Adonibezek Willem van Haecht Tyrannorum proemia

Judah Head Adonibezek Willem van Haecht Tyrannorum proemia
Artokoloro

Background image1578 Collection: Portrait Young Man Oil wood 46 1 / 4 x 30 3 / 4 117. 5 78. 1 cm

Portrait Young Man Oil wood 46 1 / 4 x 30 3 / 4 117. 5 78. 1 cm
Artokoloro

Background image1578 Collection: Rest Flight Egypt Holy Family under palm tree surrounded

Rest Flight Egypt Holy Family under palm tree surrounded
Artokoloro

Background image1578 Collection: Eight Beatitudes ca 1578 Engraving sheet 10 1 / 16 x 7 5 / 16

Eight Beatitudes ca 1578 Engraving sheet 10 1 / 16 x 7 5 / 16
Artokoloro

Background image1578 Collection: Dissension Church Dissidium Ecclesia ca 1578

Dissension Church Dissidium Ecclesia ca 1578
Artokoloro

Background image1578 Collection: Judith Willem van Haecht Tyrannorum proemia 1578

Judith Willem van Haecht Tyrannorum proemia 1578
Artokoloro

Background image1578 Collection: Vicencio Carducho, Italian (1578-1638), The Lion Hunt, black chalk with brown, rose

Vicencio Carducho, Italian (1578-1638), The Lion Hunt, black chalk with brown, rose and green wash, squared for transfer, on laid paper

Background image1578 Collection: Ottavio Leoni, Portrait of a Middle-Aged Man, Italian, c

Ottavio Leoni, Portrait of a Middle-Aged Man, Italian, c. 1578-1630, etching on laid paper

Background image1578 Collection: Ottavio Leoni, Giovanni Ciampoli, Papal Secretary, Italian, c. 1578-1630, 1627, engraving

Ottavio Leoni, Giovanni Ciampoli, Papal Secretary, Italian, c. 1578-1630, 1627, engraving

Background image1578 Collection: Ottavio Leoni, Giacomo Antonio Mannini, Italian, c. 1578-1630, engraving

Ottavio Leoni, Giacomo Antonio Mannini, Italian, c. 1578-1630, engraving

Background image1578 Collection: Cornelis Cort (Netherlandish, 1533 - 1578), After the Shipwreck, etching and engraving

Cornelis Cort (Netherlandish, 1533 - 1578), After the Shipwreck, etching and engraving

Background image1578 Collection: Cornelis Cort after Federico Barocci (Netherlandish, 1533 - 1578), The Rest on the

Cornelis Cort after Federico Barocci (Netherlandish, 1533 - 1578), The Rest on the Return from Egypt, 1575, engraving on laid paper

Background image1578 Collection: Cornelis Cort after Frans Floris I (Netherlandish, 1533 - 1578), Auditus, 1561, engraving

Cornelis Cort after Frans Floris I (Netherlandish, 1533 - 1578), Auditus, 1561, engraving

Background image1578 Collection: Adam Elsheimer (German, 1578 - 1610), Tobias and the Angel, etching

Adam Elsheimer (German, 1578 - 1610), Tobias and the Angel, etching




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In the year 1578, a tapestry of historical events unfolded across different parts of the world. It was a time when the pages of history were adorned with vivid illustrations from an Apocalypse depicted in a Low German Luther Bible. These captivating visuals brought to life tales of destruction and redemption. Meanwhile, in Paris, the city buzzed with activity as its streets witnessed the hustle and bustle of daily life. The British Coats of Arms proudly displayed their heritage, symbolizing strength and unity amidst turbulent times. Across the English Channel, Mary Queen of Scots reigned over Scotland during this eventful year. A portrait painted by Peter Oudry captured her regal essence in oil on canvas, immortalizing her grace and power for generations to come. Amidst these royal affairs, Robery Boyd's name echoed through corridors as his contributions left an indelible mark on society. His ideas sparked intellectual debates that challenged conventional wisdom and pushed boundaries. Tragedy struck Morocco as news spread about Sebastian's demise in 1578. The land mourned its fallen leader while reflecting on his legacy that shaped their nation's destiny. On another continent, an original map chronicled the Battle of Lepanto fought earlier that year—depicting naval prowess and strategic maneuvers that altered history forever. Andreas Chr. Eschenbach's work illuminated minds with knowledge while William Harvey made groundbreaking discoveries about blood circulation—a scientific revolution unfolding before their very eyes. Sebastiano Venier stood tall among leaders who navigated treacherous waters during challenging times—an embodiment of resilience and determination against all odds. Lastly, Charles Duc De Luynes emerged as a prominent figure whose influence transcended borders—his actions shaping political landscapes far beyond his homeland. The year 1578 encapsulated moments both triumphant and tragic; it was a time when artistry met spirituality, kingdoms rose and fell, battles reshaped nations' destinies, and intellects pushed the boundaries of knowledge.