John Colet

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John Colet

after Pietro Torrigiano
plaster cast of bust, circa 1518
33 in. (838 mm) high
Purchased, 1970
Primary Collection
NPG 4823

Sitterback to top

  • John Colet (1467?-1519), Founder of St Paul's School. Sitter in 16 portraits.

Artistback to top

  • Pietro Torrigiano (1472-1528), Sculptor. Artist or producer associated with 6 portraits.

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Current affairs

Treaty of London is signed to end war between England, France, the Holy Roman Empire, the Papacy, Spain, Burgundy and the Netherlands.

Art and science

King Henry VIII founds the Royal College of Physicians - the earliest licensed body of medical practitioners.

International

Charles I of Spain grants the first license to import African slaves into the Spanish American colonies.

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