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1650s Collection (#5)

Step back in time to the 1650s, a period filled with historical significance and artistic marvels

Background image1650s Collection: Portrait of a Young Gentleman, thought to be the Duke of Richmond, Bust Length

Portrait of a Young Gentleman, thought to be the Duke of Richmond, Bust Length
652151 Portrait of a Young Gentleman, thought to be the Duke of Richmond, Bust Length, Wearing Armour, c.1650 (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Lely

Background image1650s Collection: Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior, c. 1650s (oil on canvas)

Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior, c. 1650s (oil on canvas)
827723 Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior, c.1650s (oil on canvas) by Eeckhout, Gerbrandt van den (1621-74); 51.5x61.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1650s Collection: Death of Admiral Maarten Van Tromp during the Battle of Scheveningen, 31 July 1653

Death of Admiral Maarten Van Tromp during the Battle of Scheveningen, 31 July 1653, the final battle of the First Anglo-Dutch War (1652-1654). Date: 1653

Background image1650s Collection: Battle of Portland between English and Dutch ships, off the Isle of Portland in

Battle of Portland between English and Dutch ships, off the Isle of Portland in the English Channel, under Admiral Robert Blake and Admiral Maarten Van Tromp, 18 February 1653

Background image1650s Collection: Skirmish between English and Dutch ships, under Admiral Robert Blake

Skirmish between English and Dutch ships, under Admiral Robert Blake and Admiral Maarten Van Tromp, 19 May 1652, known as the Battle of Dover or Battle of Goodwin Sands

Background image1650s Collection: White doeskin cavalier glove worn by Captain Lench at the Battle of Worcester

White doeskin cavalier glove worn by Captain Lench at the Battle of Worcester, 3 September 1651, marking the end of the English Civil War (1642-1651). Date: 1651

Background image1650s Collection: General George Monck, 1st Duke of Albemarle, Siege of Tantallon Castle, East Lothian

General George Monck, 1st Duke of Albemarle, Siege of Tantallon Castle, East Lothian, Scotland, February 1651. The castle was bombarded with cannon fire for twelve days, and left in ruins. Date: 1651

Background image1650s Collection: The Battle of the Downs

The Battle of the Downs
1577453 The Battle of the Downs by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); (add.info.: Painting of the Battle of the Downs. Painted by Willem van de Velde I (1611-1693)

Background image1650s Collection: A Hindu love story of Manshar and Madh, c. 1730 (Gouache)

A Hindu love story of Manshar and Madh, c. 1730 (Gouache)
1766459 A Hindu love story of Manshar and Madh, c.1730 (Gouache) by Deccani School, (18th Century); 21.6x14.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Hindu love story of Manshar and Madh)

Background image1650s Collection: French Seventeenth-century heraldic playing cards, c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraved cards

French Seventeenth-century heraldic playing cards, c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraved cards
985766 French Seventeenth-century heraldic playing cards, c.1658 (hand-coloured engraved cards, cardboard) by Brianville, Claude Orance Fine de (1608-76); 8.8x5.6 (each)

Background image1650s Collection: Sufis Visiting their Pir, c. 1650 (w / c & gilt on paper)

Sufis Visiting their Pir, c. 1650 (w / c & gilt on paper)
1196761 Sufis Visiting their Pir, c.1650 (w/c & gilt on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 19x13.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: Saint John the Baptist preaching in the Wilderness, c. 1633-50 (oil on canvas)

Saint John the Baptist preaching in the Wilderness, c. 1633-50 (oil on canvas)
827767 Saint John the Baptist preaching in the Wilderness, c.1633-50 (oil on canvas) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); 106x165.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1650s Collection: Saint Mary Magdalen, c. 1650s (oil on canvas)

Saint Mary Magdalen, c. 1650s (oil on canvas)
827758 Saint Mary Magdalen, c.1650s (oil on canvas) by Dolci, Carlo (1616-86); 87x74.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Mary Magdalen. Carlo Dolci (1616-1686). Oil on canvas

Background image1650s Collection: Portrait of Muhammad Adil Shah II, c. 1650 (w / c & gold paint on paper)

Portrait of Muhammad Adil Shah II, c. 1650 (w / c & gold paint on paper)
1196995 Portrait of Muhammad Adil Shah II, c.1650 (w/c & gold paint on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 34.2x19.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: The Death of Ananias, c. 1650-1680 (drawing on paper)

The Death of Ananias, c. 1650-1680 (drawing on paper)
1196751 The Death of Ananias, c.1650-1680 (drawing on paper) by Mughal School, (17th century); 19.6x32 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: Christ Crucified Between the Two Thieves - The Three Crosses, c

Christ Crucified Between the Two Thieves - The Three Crosses, c
659433 Christ Crucified Between the Two Thieves - The Three Crosses, c.1653-1661 (drypoint with engraving) by Rembrandt Harmensz

Background image1650s Collection: Portrait of a Gentleman, said to e Lord Hebdon, half-length

Portrait of a Gentleman, said to e Lord Hebdon, half-length
990116 Portrait of a Gentleman, said to e Lord Hebdon, half-length, wearing a black costume and white collar, 1659 (oil on canvas) by Bol

Background image1650s Collection: Saint Sebastian, c. 1640-50 (oil on canvas)

Saint Sebastian, c. 1640-50 (oil on canvas)
990097 Saint Sebastian, c.1640-50 (oil on canvas) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); 190.7x105.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Sebastian. Francisco de Zurbaran (1598-1664)

Background image1650s Collection: Peasants in a Cart by a Cottage Jan Josephsz, 1651 (oil on panel)

Peasants in a Cart by a Cottage Jan Josephsz, 1651 (oil on panel)
990056 Peasants in a Cart by a Cottage Jan Josephsz, 1651 (oil on panel) by Goyen, Jan Josephsz van (1596-1656); 35.5x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1650s Collection: The Dutch Housewife, by Nicolaes Maes

The Dutch Housewife, by Nicolaes Maes, in the National Gallery, London. Date: 1655

Background image1650s Collection: Philip Herbert

Philip Herbert
2905706 Philip Herbert by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip Herbert, 4th Earl of Pembroke and 1st Earl of Montgomery, 1650.); GSinclair Archive/UIG; English

Background image1650s Collection: James Graham

James Graham
2905705 James Graham by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Graham, 1st Marquess of Montrose, 1650.); GSinclair Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: Two Swiss women and a man in costume

Two Swiss women and a man in costume - young middle class man and woman, with a bride in the middle. Date: circa 1650

Background image1650s Collection: Noble German couple in costume

Noble German couple in costume. Date: circa 1650

Background image1650s Collection: Oliver cromwell dissolving Parliament

Oliver cromwell dissolving Parliament
Oliver Cromwell dissolving the long Parliament. Date: 20 April 1653

Background image1650s Collection: Cromwell dissolving the English Parliament

Cromwell dissolving the English Parliament
This illustration shows Cromwell asserting his authority in dissolving the English Rump Parliament on 20 April 1653. He is shown ordering the removal of the golden mace from Parliament. 1653

Background image1650s Collection: Charles Is son Charles hides in an oak at Boscobel

Charles Is son Charles hides in an oak at Boscobel
King Charles Is son Charles is hiding up an oak to hide from Cromwells soldiers after the Battle of Worcester. The oak at Boscobel House was called " The Royal Oak ". 1651

Background image1650s Collection: Farhad Carries Shirins Weary Horse, c. 1653-6 (gouache on gold-sprinkled buff paper)

Farhad Carries Shirins Weary Horse, c. 1653-6 (gouache on gold-sprinkled buff paper)
1196915 Farhad Carries Shirins Weary Horse, c. 1653-6 (gouache on gold-sprinkled buff paper) by Islamic School, (17th century); 23x14 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: Portraits of Prince Dara Shikoh and Prince Sulaiman Shikoh Nimbate, c

Portraits of Prince Dara Shikoh and Prince Sulaiman Shikoh Nimbate, c
1196784 Portraits of Prince Dara Shikoh and Prince Sulaiman Shikoh Nimbate, c.1665 (gouache on parchment) by Mughal School

Background image1650s Collection: Battle of Terheide

Battle of Terheide
1577455 Battle of Terheide by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); (add.info.: Painting depicting the Battle of Terheide. Painted by Willem van de Velde I (1611-1693)

Background image1650s Collection: Battle of Dunkirk

Battle of Dunkirk
1577454 Battle of Dunkirk by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); (add.info.: Painting depicting the Battle of Dunkirk. Painted by Willem van de Velde I (1611-1693)

Background image1650s Collection: Diagram of Human Thought and the Four Senses, c. 1650 (engraving)

Diagram of Human Thought and the Four Senses, c. 1650 (engraving)
2630228 Diagram of Human Thought and the Four Senses, c.1650 (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1650s Collection: A Seated Cavalier with Soldiers playing Cards, 1655 (oil on canvas)

A Seated Cavalier with Soldiers playing Cards, 1655 (oil on canvas)
990154 A Seated Cavalier with Soldiers playing Cards, 1655 (oil on canvas) by Duck, Jacob (c.1600-67); 68.6x60.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Seated Cavalier with Soldiers playing Cards)

Background image1650s Collection: A Bearded Old Man, wearing a brown Coat and russet Hat, 1651 (oil on canvas)

A Bearded Old Man, wearing a brown Coat and russet Hat, 1651 (oil on canvas)
990149 A Bearded Old Man, wearing a brown Coat and russet Hat, 1651 (oil on canvas) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 77.5x66.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bearded Old Man)

Background image1650s Collection: Portrait of Admiral Cornelius Tromp and an Attendant beside a Fountain (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Admiral Cornelius Tromp and an Attendant beside a Fountain (oil on canvas)
827969 Portrait of Admiral Cornelius Tromp and an Attendant beside a Fountain (oil on canvas) by Orley, Heironymous Van (fl.c.1652); 137x111.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1650s Collection: A Hare and Snipe Hanging from a Game-Ring, Fruit in a Wanli Kraak Porselein Bowl, Figs

A Hare and Snipe Hanging from a Game-Ring, Fruit in a Wanli Kraak Porselein Bowl, Figs
827955 A Hare and Snipe Hanging from a Game-Ring, Fruit in a Wanli Kraak Porselein Bowl, Figs, Dead Partridges and Finches, Asparagus, Cabbage

Background image1650s Collection: Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraving)

Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraving)
986260 Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c.1658 (hand-coloured engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); 56x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1650s Collection: A Soldier, standing three-quarter length, buckling his belt, (oil on canvas)

A Soldier, standing three-quarter length, buckling his belt, (oil on canvas)
990051 A Soldier, standing three-quarter length, buckling his belt, (oil on canvas) by Drost, Willem (fl.1652-63); 101.6x82.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Soldier)

Background image1650s Collection: The Battle of Livorno

The Battle of Livorno
1577452 The Battle of Livorno by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); (add.info.: Painting of the Battle of Livorno. Painted by Willem van de Velde I (1611-1693)

Background image1650s Collection: A Prince Hunting, Mounted on an Elephant, c. 1600-1650 (drawing with w / c & gold paint)

A Prince Hunting, Mounted on an Elephant, c. 1600-1650 (drawing with w / c & gold paint)
1196772 A Prince Hunting, Mounted on an Elephant, c.1600-1650 (drawing with w/c & gold paint) by Indian School, (17th century); 16.5x11 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

Background image1650s Collection: Portrait of the Sultan of the Ulama, Khalifa Sultan (1593-1653)

Portrait of the Sultan of the Ulama, Khalifa Sultan (1593-1653)
1196864 Portrait of the Sultan of the Ulama, Khalifa Sultan (1593-1653), I timad al-Dawal, c.1650 (gouache on paper) by Musavvir

Background image1650s Collection: A Girl Holding a Pigeon and a Boy Gesturing, 1652 (oil on panel)

A Girl Holding a Pigeon and a Boy Gesturing, 1652 (oil on panel)
827643 A Girl Holding a Pigeon and a Boy Gesturing, 1652 (oil on panel) by Bray, Jan de (c.1626-97); 36.4x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Girl Holding a Pigeon and a Boy Gesturing)

Background image1650s Collection: George Goring, Lord Goring

George Goring, Lord Goring
2905704 George Goring, Lord Goring by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Goring, Lord Goring, 1650.); GSinclair Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: A Mullah and a Musician, c. 1640-1650 (w / c & gold leaf on cream paper)

A Mullah and a Musician, c. 1640-1650 (w / c & gold leaf on cream paper)
1196877 A Mullah and a Musician, c.1640-1650 (w/c & gold leaf on cream paper) by Mughal School, (17th century); 40.5x27.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: A page from a dispersed Ragamala: Khambavati Ragini (Garland of Musical Modes)

A page from a dispersed Ragamala: Khambavati Ragini (Garland of Musical Modes)
1196811 A page from a dispersed Ragamala: Khambavati Ragini (Garland of Musical Modes), c.1640-1650 (w/c on red paper) by Indian School

Background image1650s Collection: The Crucifixion, c. 1650 (black pen drawing on buff paper)

The Crucifixion, c. 1650 (black pen drawing on buff paper)
1196752 The Crucifixion, c.1650 (black pen drawing on buff paper) by Mughal School, (17th century); 22.2x20.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Background image1650s Collection: A topographical depiction of the Battle of Leghorn, c. 1653 (ink and w / c on paper)

A topographical depiction of the Battle of Leghorn, c. 1653 (ink and w / c on paper)
1195407 A topographical depiction of the Battle of Leghorn, c.1653 (ink and w/c on paper) by Parigi, Alfonso the Younger (1606-56) (attr)

Background image1650s Collection: Robert Holmes setting the Dutch Fleet on fire at Terschelling (engraving)

Robert Holmes setting the Dutch Fleet on fire at Terschelling (engraving)
1577461 Robert Holmes setting the Dutch Fleet on fire at Terschelling (engraving) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); (add.info)




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Step back in time to the 1650s, a period filled with historical significance and artistic marvels. In this captivating era, we witness the indomitable spirit of Oliver Cromwell as he poses majestically in his armor, embodying strength and determination. The turbulent seascape beyond serves as a metaphor for the battles that lay ahead during this tumultuous time. Meanwhile, John Evelyn's meticulously planned garden transports us to an oasis of tranquility amidst the chaos of war. Its intricate design reflects Evelyn's passion for nature and beauty, offering solace to those seeking respite from the uncertainties of life. As we delve deeper into the cultural tapestry of the 1650s, we encounter Jan Van Riebeeck's striking cover design for Cape Times Annual. His artistry captures both elegance and intrigue, enticing readers to explore stories that lie within its pages. Jacobus Vanderberg's masterful brushstrokes bring Saint Luke Painting the Crucifixion to life before our eyes. This poignant artwork evokes deep emotions as it depicts one of Christianity's most profound moments. In contrast, A Vanitas Still Life reminds us of life's transience through musical instruments and manuscripts carefully arranged on a table. It serves as a powerful reminder that all earthly possessions are fleeting and ultimately insignificant compared to eternity. The gloves worn by King Charles II at Battle Worcester symbolize bravery and resilience in times of adversity—a testament to his unwavering leadership during challenging times. Sir Hector Maclean emerges as an emblematic figure leading fearlessly at the Battle Morvern—an embodiment of courage personified in battlefields where heroes are made. A glimpse into history reveals an old view Birmingham from Dugdales Warwickshire—capturing bustling streets teeming with activity while providing insight into how urban landscapes have evolved over centuries. Far away in China lies Kohonor—the land inhabited by Tartars whose rich culture captivates our imagination. Their customs and traditions offer a window into a world distinct from our own.