Erasmus Collection

Lunar Society
The Lunar Society of Birmingham sought to improve society using science; its members included Priestley, Wedgwood, Erasmus Darwin, Herschel, and Watt

The New Learning, c1910, (c1900-1920). Artist: Frank Cadogan Cowper
The New Learning, c1910, (c1900-1920). Erasmus (right) and Thomas More visit the children of Henry VII at Greenwich in 1499. The boy in the centre is the future King Henry VIII

Margaret Roper
MARGARET ROPER (nee More) eldest daughter of sir Thomas M. educated in classics and philosophy : corresponded with Erasmus and translated his work. She had five children

Erasmus of Rotterdam, Dutch Catholic reformer and humanist (engraving)
3646446 Erasmus of Rotterdam, Dutch Catholic reformer and humanist (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Erasmus of Rotterdam (1466-1536)

Caxton Window
Memorial window to William Caxton, flanked by Bede and Erasmus Date: 1422 - 1491

Erasmus / Scriven / Penn
DESIDERIUS ERASMUS Dutch humanist

Erasmus Darwin / Hopwood
ERASMUS DARWIN Writer and scientist, grandfather of Charles Darwin

John Colet, Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral, scholar and friend of Erasmus, 1467-1519
FLO4638452 John Colet, Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral, scholar and friend of Erasmus, 1467-1519. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi after Hans Holbein from Facsimiles of

Portrait of Erasmus included in the front page of ' Colloquia', 1655 (print)
CUL4937079 Portrait of Erasmus included in the front page of ' Colloquia', 1655 (print); (add.info.: Erasmus, Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus (1469-1539). Dutch clergy, humanist and writer

Edition of " Colloques" written by Erasmus of Rotterdam (Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus, 1468-1536), Bale
NWI4924871 Edition of " Colloques" written by Erasmus of Rotterdam (Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus, 1468-1536), Bale, 1537

Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam (Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus, 1468-1536), Dutch humanist and theologian
NWI4927533 Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam (Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus, 1468-1536), Dutch humanist and theologian. Colour engraving; (add.info)

Jacob's Return to Canaan. Creator: Quellinus, Erasmus, the Younger (1607-1678)
Jacob's Return to Canaan. Private Collection

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Hilde Ghesquiere

Erasmus Desiderius Rotterdam, ca. 1467-1536, c15th century. Creator: Anon
Erasmus Desiderius Rotterdam, ca. 1467-1536, c15th century

Portrait of Desiderius Erasmus, after c.1535. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Desiderius Erasmus, after c.1535. Copy after Quinten Massijs

Erasmus. Creator: Wallerant Vaillant
Erasmus

Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam (1467-1536) in his Cell, ca 1538. Creator: Holbein, Hans, the Younger (1497-1543)
Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam (1467-1536) in his Cell, ca 1538. Private Collection

Rotterdam, Netherlands, city skyline and bridge in the afternoon

Rotterdam, Netherlands, city skyline at twilight

Rotterdam, Netherlands, city skyline over the Nieuwe Maas River at twilight

Rotterdam, Netherlands, cityscape towards the borough of Delfshaven at twilight

Rotterdam, Netherlands, city skyline on the river at twilight

Rotterdam, Netherlands, city skyline at night

Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam, (1466 / 69-1536), 1523. Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam, (1466/69-1536), 1523. Holbein, Hans, the Younger (1497-1543). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Letter from Desiderius Erasmus to Nicholas Everaerts, 24th December 1525. Artist: Erasmus
Letter from Desiderius Erasmus to Nicholas Everaerts, 24th December 1525. Letter written in Latin from Basle by Erasmus to Dr Nicholas Everaerts, President of Holland

Erasmus hospital
Theo Luycx

Didier Erasmus

Dider Erasmus

Erasmus and Quentin Matsys (oil on canvas)
6266036 Erasmus and Quentin Matsys (oil on canvas) by Siberdt, Eugene (1851-1931); Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Albrecht Durer visiting Antwerp in 1520, 1855 (oil on panel)
471171 Albrecht Durer visiting Antwerp in 1520, 1855 (oil on panel) by Leys, Hendrik or Henri (1815-69); 140x210 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

High school front
Theo Luycx

Neil Back & Rassie Erasmus South Africa V England 24 October 1999 Date: 24 October 1999

Rassie Erasmus South Africa Rugby Union 05 December 1998 Date: 05 December 1998

Johan Erasmus South Africa & Free State 16 November 1998 Date: 16 November 1998

Didier Erasme (Erasmus of Rotterdam, 1469 - 1536) and Thomas More - in "Cassells illustrated history of
XEE4114779 Didier Erasme (Erasmus of Rotterdam, 1469 - 1536) and Thomas More - in " Cassells illustrated history of England", vol. II, by William Howitt, 1857

Erasmus & John Colet
3782440 Erasmus & John Colet by Chesterton, Gilbert Keith (1874-1936); (add.info.: Erasmus & John Colet by Gilbert Keith Chesterton)

Page from La civilite puerile a laquelle avons adiouste la discipline et instruction
869495 Page from La civilitepuerile a laquelle avons adioustela discipline et instruction des enfans. Aussi La doctrine et enseignemens du pere de famille A la jeunesse by Desiderius Erasmus

Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam Writing, 1523 (mixed technique on paper
3956456 Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam Writing, 1523 (mixed technique on paper, mounted on fir wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 37.1 x 30.8 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Erasmus, c. 1532 (oil on panel)
3588547 Erasmus, c.1532 (oil on panel) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); diameter: 14.2 cm cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

The Reformation (engraving)
727038 The Reformation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reformation. Illustration for David Humes 1806 edition of The History of England)

Desiderius Erasmus, 15th / 16th Century Dutch scholar and theologian (chromolitho)
668845 Desiderius Erasmus, 15th/16th Century Dutch scholar and theologian (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Desiderius Erasmus)

Erasmus and the Humanists (litho)
2807903 Erasmus and the Humanists (litho) by Chesterton, Gilbert Keith (1874-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Erasmus and the Humanists)

Italian noble youth fashions from the late 15th century. They wear doublet and hose with many cutout panels, slits and slashes. From an oil painting by Bernardo Pinturicchio

Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam, Dutch humanist, 16th century (painting)
LRI4581722 Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam, Dutch humanist, 16th century (painting) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (attr)

Portrait of Didier Erasme (1469-1536), Dutch humanist. 19th century chromolithography
XEE4117191 Portrait of Didier Erasme (1469-1536), Dutch humanist. 19th century chromolithography. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Title page from La civilite puerile a laquelle avons adiouste la discipline et
869494 Title page from La civilitepuerile a laquelle avons adioustela discipline et instruction des enfans. Aussi La doctrine et enseignemens du pere de famille A la jeunesse by Desiderius Erasmus

Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam, c. 1530 (oil on wood)
3956455 Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam, c.1530 (oil on wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 18.2 x 14.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: workshop of)

Erasmus of Rotterdam, 1526 (engraving)
880334 Erasmus of Rotterdam, 1526 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: 9 11/16 x 7 1/2 in)

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Erasmus, a name that resonates with the essence of intellectual enlightenment and cultural exchange. From the Lunar Society to The New Learning, it has left an indelible mark on history. In the early 20th century, artist Frank Cadogan Cowper captured Erasmus's spirit in his masterpiece "The New Learning. " This painting encapsulates the transformative power of knowledge during this era (c1900-1920). But who was Erasmus? He was more than just a Dutch Catholic reformer and humanist; he embodied a movement that sought to bridge gaps between different cultures and religions. His engraving by Margaret Roper immortalizes his dedication to education and religious tolerance. The Caxton Window stands as a testament to Erasmus's influence on literature. It depicts him alongside Scriven and Penn, highlighting their contributions to printing and disseminating knowledge across Europe. Erasmus Darwin, another luminary influenced by this great thinker, is celebrated in the artwork of Hopwood. Their collaboration showcases how ideas transcend generations. Beyond Europe's borders, we find Didier Erasmus making strides in contemporary society. His work exemplifies how individuals continue to carry forward Erasmus's legacy today. Even centuries later, artists like Hans Holbein the Younger pay homage to Erasmus through portraiture. In "Portrait of Albert of Brandenburg as St Erasmus, " we witness his enduring impact on religious figures throughout history. And let us not forget about his own self-portrait captured by Holbein in 1523. This image captures both his wisdom and humility—a reminder that even great minds remain grounded amidst their achievements. Lastly, a letter from Desiderius himself reveals his personal correspondence with Nicholas Everaerts—an intimate glimpse into the mind of this influential figure. Erasmus: A name synonymous with intellectual curiosity and cross-cultural understanding. Through artistry, literature, religion, and personal connections—his legacy lives on, inspiring generations to embrace the power of knowledge and compassion.