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1700 Collection (#23)

"Exploring the Depths of 1700: From Krakens to Kama Sutra" Step back in time to the year 1700

Background image1700 Collection: St Pancras Wells

St Pancras Wells and church in the 17th century

Background image1700 Collection: Old Belsize House

Old Belsize House, Hampstead

Background image1700 Collection: Enlisting for War

Enlisting for War
Enlisting for Charles XIIs rash war with Russia : though initially successful, he will ultimately be decisively defeated at Poltowa in 1709

Background image1700 Collection: Man in the Iron Mask

Man in the Iron Mask
The identity of the man in the iron mask has never been satisfactorily established : his mask was almost certainly of black velvet, not iron

Background image1700 Collection: Madrid Royal Palace

Madrid Royal Palace
The palace of Madrid, the ordinary residence of the kings of Spain; the place before the palace is thronged with a fine variety of vehicular traffic

Background image1700 Collection: C18 Gaming Table

C18 Gaming Table
A GAMING TABLE, for a miniature form of boules, Louis XIV period

Background image1700 Collection: Surinam Scenery C1700

Surinam Scenery C1700
Surinam, on the north coast of South America: general view, with travellers and an ox cart

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Peru / Lima Couple

Racial / Peru / Lima Couple
A Peruvian couple from Callao, Lima

Background image1700 Collection: Vienna / Distant C1700

Vienna / Distant C1700
Vienna: distant view across the river

Background image1700 Collection: Germany Munster

Germany Munster
Distant view of the town, which is located on the river Aa

Background image1700 Collection: John Hardman

John Hardman
JOHN HARDMAN Celebrated corn-cutter - not an agricultural labourer, but a chiropodist

Background image1700 Collection: Cairo / Circa 1700(Allard)

Cairo / Circa 1700(Allard)
A view toward Cairo. Date: circa 1700

Background image1700 Collection: Racial /s Africa / Mozambiq

Racial /s Africa / Mozambiq
A couple from Mozambique, south-east Africa: he holds a club, she carries two babies

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / C Africa / Congo

Racial / C Africa / Congo
A Central African couple from the Congo

Background image1700 Collection: Racial /s Africa / Natives

Racial /s Africa / Natives
A South African native couple from Bona Esperance

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / C Africa / Loango

Racial / C Africa / Loango
A Central African couple from Loango in the Congo

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / India / Surat C1700

Racial / India / Surat C1700
An Indian couple from Surat

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Indonesia / Borneo?

Racial / Indonesia / Borneo?
Two people from Mate Calo (or Mata Calo), Borneo(?)

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Indonesia / Celebes

Racial / Indonesia / Celebes
Blowpipe used by an inhabitant of Macassar, south-west Celebes, Indonesia

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Puerto Rico C1700

Racial / Puerto Rico C1700
A group of people from Puerto Rico

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / China / Hunan C1700

Racial / China / Hunan C1700
A Chinese couple from Hunan (Honan)

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Indonesia / Java

Racial / Indonesia / Java
A Javanese couple from Djakarta (formerly Batavia)

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Sweden / Couple

Racial / Sweden / Couple
A Swedish man and woman from Stockholm

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Turkey / Izmir

Racial / Turkey / Izmir
A Turkish couple from Izmir (Smyrna)

Background image1700 Collection: Knight of Golden Key

Knight of Golden Key
Knight of the Golden Key Spain

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Italy / Venetians

Racial / Italy / Venetians
A Venetian man and woman, with Venice in the background

Background image1700 Collection: Racial / Dutch / Amsterdam

Racial / Dutch / Amsterdam
A Dutch man and woman from Amsterdam

Background image1700 Collection: IRAN / QOM / KOM C1700

IRAN / QOM / KOM C1700
Qom (formerly Kom): general view from above

Background image1700 Collection: Java / Djakarta C1700

Java / Djakarta C1700
Djakarta (formerly Batavia): general view of land and sea, with someone riding on an elephant in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: India / Surat C1700

India / Surat C1700
Surat: the harbour, with ships

Background image1700 Collection: Iraq / Amara C1700

Iraq / Amara C1700
Amara: general view of the town, with travellers in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: Iran / Esfahan C1700

Iran / Esfahan C1700
Esfahan: general view, with travellers in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: Jerusalem / General C1700

Jerusalem / General C1700
Jerusalem: general view, with travellers in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: Borneo / Sarawak / Kuching

Borneo / Sarawak / Kuching
Sarawak: Kuching harbour, with ships

Background image1700 Collection: Java / Banten / Bantam C1700

Java / Banten / Bantam C1700
Banten (formerly Bantam): general view from the sea, with ships in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: James Thomson / Aikman

James Thomson / Aikman
JAMES THOMSON Scottish poet at the age of 25, with cherubs

Background image1700 Collection: Algiers / Port C1700

Algiers / Port C1700
Algiers: view of the port, with ships

Background image1700 Collection: Cape Town / Harbour C1700

Cape Town / Harbour C1700
Cape Town, South Africa: the harbour, with ships, and Table Mountain in the background

Background image1700 Collection: Burma / Arakan C1700

Burma / Arakan C1700
Arakan: the harbour, with ships

Background image1700 Collection: Tunisia / Tunis C1700

Tunisia / Tunis C1700
Tunis, Tunisia, North Africa: the harbour, with ships

Background image1700 Collection: Morocco / Marrakesh C1700

Morocco / Marrakesh C1700
Marrakesh, Morocco, north-west Africa: general view

Background image1700 Collection: Bolivia / Potosi C1700

Bolivia / Potosi C1700
Potosi: general view, with a windmill on the left

Background image1700 Collection: West Indies / Puerto Rico

West Indies / Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico: San Juan harbour, with ships

Background image1700 Collection: Brazil / Recife C1700

Brazil / Recife C1700
Recife: general view from the sea

Background image1700 Collection: Spain / Seville C1700

Spain / Seville C1700
Seville: general view, with people and oxen in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: Stockholm / General C1700

Stockholm / General C1700
Stockholm: general view, with travellers in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: Russia / Dagestan / Derbend

Russia / Dagestan / Derbend
Derbend, Dagestan: general view, with people and camels in the foreground

Background image1700 Collection: Amsterdam / Flower Market

Amsterdam / Flower Market
Amsterdam: the flower market, canal and town hall




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"Exploring the Depths of 1700: From Krakens to Kama Sutra" Step back in time to the year 1700, where history unfolds with a myriad of captivating events and intriguing discoveries. In Lucca, Italy, amidst a tempestuous storm, witness the awe-inspiring sight of a mighty Kraken attacking a ship, reminding us of nature's unpredictable power. Meanwhile, delve into the realm of passion and desire as you explore an exquisite Indian miniature painting from Bahsoli depicting scenes from Vatsyayana's timeless masterpiece - the Kama Sutra. This 18th-century gem offers insights into love and intimacy that continue to captivate hearts even today. Embark on a journey across Europe with an ancient map from 1700 as your guide. Carel Allard's Celestial Planisphere reveals celestial wonders in the Northern Hemisphere during this era – constellations that have guided explorers for centuries. Closer to home lies Morden College in London's Westminster district circa 1700. Discover its rich heritage and architectural splendor that has stood the test of time. Uncover tales from far-flung lands such as Rio de Janeiro around 1700. Immerse yourself in its vibrant culture and imagine what life was like during this bustling colonial period. Travel alongside Dampier through New Britain in 1700, witnessing his adventures unfold before your eyes. Experience firsthand his encounters with indigenous communities and untamed landscapes brimming with natural beauty. Cast your gaze upon Riga in all its glory at the dawn of the eighteenth century - a city steeped in history and cultural significance that continues to thrive today. Finally, meet Nik Ludwig Zinzendorf – an influential figure whose impact reverberated throughout society during this pivotal moment in history. Learn about his contributions and how they shaped our world forever.