Schedel Collection (#3)

ITALY: VERONA, 1493. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

GERMANY: LUBECK, 1493. A view of Lubeck, Germany. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

MAINZ, GERMANY, 1493. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, 1493

ALEXANDRIA, 1493. Alexandria, Egypt. Woodcut, 1493, from the Nuremberg Chronicle

JERUSALEM: TEMPLE, 1493. Jerusalem, with the Temple of Solomon at the top center. Woodcut from " Nuremberg Chronicle, " 1493

FRANCE, PARIS, 1493. Woodcut, German, from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

ITALY: MANTUA, 1493. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

VIENNA, 1493. View of the city of Vienna along the Danube: woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle
VIENNA, 1493. View of the city of Vienna along the Danube: woodcut from the " Nuremberg Chronicle, " 1493

NUREMBERG, 1493. Overview of the city of Nuremberg, Germany. Woodcut, 1493, from the Nuremberg Chronicle

SAINT VALENTINE. Late 3rd century Christian martyr. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, German, 1493

JEWS BURNED ALIVE, 1493. European Jews serve as scapegoats and are burned alive as the Black Death nears. Woodcut from Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

HENRY I (876-936). Called Henry the Fowler. First Saxon king of Germany, 919-936. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

LOTs WIFE. Lots wife looks back at Sodom and Gomorrah and turns into a pillar of salt (Genesis 19: 26). Woodcut from The Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

ENOCH. Enoch, the father of Methusaleh. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

BUILDING OF NOAHs ARK. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

JUDGMENT OF SOLOMON. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

ENOCH AND METHUSALEH. Enoch and his son Methusaleh. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

CARPENTER, 1493. Woodcut, 1493, from the Nuremberg Chronicle

SUPERSTITION, 1493. Spontaneous Generation. A monster born from the Biblical Deluge. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle

PTOLEMAIC WORLD MAP, 1493. Ptolemaic world map, including depictions of Noahs sons, Japhet, Shem and Ham, progenitors of the human race in Judeo-Christian tradition

The fourth day. A pre-Copernican universe with the earth at the center. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik
GOD CREATING WORLD, 1493. The fourth day. A pre-Copernican universe with the earth at the center. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493

A view of Padua. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493
ITALY: PADUA, 1493. A view of Padua. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

The Third Day. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493
GOD CREATING WORLD, 1493. The Third Day. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493

The fourth day. A pre-Copernican universe with the earth at the center. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik
GOD CREATING WORLD, 1493. The fourth day. A pre-Copernican universe with the earth at the center. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493

The First Day. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493
GOD CREATING WORLD, 1493. The First Day. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493

Christian theory of the universe embraced by the realm of God and his angelic court
PTOLEMAIC UNIVERSE, 1493. Christian theory of the universe embraced by the realm of God and his angelic court. Ptolemaic universe with earth at the center

Having created the universe, the Earth and all living creatures, including man, God put Adam into a deep sleep and created Eve from Adams rib

Francis of Assisi (1182-1226) holding up hands to show stigmata. Italian. Founder of the Franciscan order. From Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) Nuremberg 1493. Woodcut

Martyrdom of St Peter who is said to have been crucified at Rome with head, not feet, nearest the ground. From Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) Nuremberg, 1495. Woodcut

Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus. From Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi Nuremberg Chronicle, Nuremberg 1493. Woodcut

Gentile da Foligno (d. 1348) examining a sample of urine. Gentile wrote a great many
Gentile da Foligno (d.1348) examining a sample of urine. Gentile wrote a great many commentaries on earlier medical authorities, as well as original works

Adam and Eve, tempted by the Serpent, eat from the Tree of Knowledge and are expelled from the Garden of Eden by the Angel of the Lord

Death triumphant. From Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle), 1493. Skeletons anatomically inaccurate, especially bones of the pelvis. Woodcut

Averroes (Ibn Rushd) 1126-1198 full name Abu Al-Walid Muhammad Ibn Ahmad Ibn Muhammad Ibn Rushd, eminent medieval Islamic philosopher, native of Cordova

Avenzoar (Ibn Zohr) c1072-1162. Arab physician, native of Seville: noted clinician. From Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) Nuremberg 1493. Woodcut

Avicenna (Ibn Sina) 980-1037, Arab physician and philosopher. An interpreter of Aristotle to Islam: compiled encyclopaedia of medical knowledge

Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah by earthquake c. 1900 BC: Lots wife turned
Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah by earthquake c.1900 BC: Lots wife turned to pillar of salt for disobeying Gods order not to look back

Geocentric universe and the hierarchies of cherubims and seraphims, etc. leading to God. From Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi, (Nuremberg Chronicle) Nuremberg, 1493. Woodcut

Isaac Judaeus physician to the rulers of Tunisia. 9th-10th century. Judaeus (c855-c955) was one of the first whose works were translated from Arabic to Latin

Jan Huss (1369-1415) Heretical Bohemian theologian. Burnt at Constance for preaching the teachings of Wycliffe. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle)

View of fortified city with a Cog, a type sailing vessel, in foreground. Watergate bottom right. From Hartman Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle), Nuremberg, 1493, Woodcut

Joseph interpreting Pharaohs dream as meaning there would be seven fat years and seven lean years. Potiphars wife inviting to bed, invitation which he refused, points to Josephs integrity

St Thomas Aquinas (c1225-1274) Italian philosopher and theologian. Joined Dominican order and studied under Albertus Magnus at Cologne

The Reign of Antichrist: woodcut by Michel Volgemuth for Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) Nuremberg 1493

Venerable Bede (c. 673-735) Anglo-Saxon theologian, scholar and historian: monk at Jarrow
Venerable Bede (c.673-735) Anglo-Saxon theologian, scholar and historian: monk at Jarrow, Northumberland, holding open a book

Comet of 684 (Halley). From Hartmann Schedel Liber chronicarum mundi (Nuremberg Chronicle) 1493. Woodcut

The burning of Jews in Germany shown in a coloured woodblock illustration from Liber Chronicarum (The Nuremberg Chronicle) By Hartmann Schedel(1493)

Boethius (Anicius Manlius Severinus - c480-524) Roman philosopher and statesman. His commentaries on Aristotle and the Neoplatonist philosopher Porphyry became the standard medieval European texts

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"Schedel's Chronicle: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time with Schedel's Chronicle, a remarkable collection of engravings and illustrations that offers a captivating view of cities, events, and historical figures from the 15th century. This extraordinary work takes us on an immersive journey through fortified cities and ancient landscapes. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Alexandria, as depicted in Liber chronicarum. The intricate engravings transport you to this legendary city, allowing you to witness its splendor firsthand. Marvel at its architectural wonders and imagine the bustling streets filled with merchants and scholars. Nuremberg Chronic presents another enchanting vista - an engraving showcasing the city of Nuremberg itself. Admire its medieval charm and envision what life was like within these walls centuries ago. Let your imagination wander through narrow cobblestone streets lined with timber-framed houses. But it is not only cities that come alive within Schedel's Chronicle; biblical tales also unfold before our eyes. Witness Moses and Joshua descending from Mount Sinai carrying the sacred tablets – a powerful image capturing their divine encounter. Feel their awe-inspiring presence as they shape history. Hartmann Schedel's masterpiece captures pivotal moments throughout history too – such as Pope Pius II meeting Emperor Frederick III of Germany. This depiction transports us to a momentous occasion where two influential figures converge, shaping the course of politics and religion during this era. The chronicle also delves into darker chapters, shedding light on tragic events like "Burning of the Jews at Deggendorf. " Though unsettling, these images remind us of humanity's capacity for both good and evil – lessons we must never forget. Finally, let your gaze fall upon Jerusalem – a city steeped in religious significance for countless generations. Wolgemut’s artistry brings forth every detail imaginable; you can almost hear echoes of prayers and feel the weight of history upon your shoulders.