1712 Collection (#3)

Turkish soldiers on foot and horseback holding weapons, print painted in watercolors, 1712
Militaria, Ottoman Empire, 18th century. Turkish armed men on foot and on horseback. Watercolored print, Newport, 1712

Man on horseback outside a shop, USA
Man on horseback outside a shop, George A Remley, Groceries & Meats, possibly in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Date: circa 1910s

Frederick II the Great (1712-1786). King of Prusian and Elector of Brandenburg. House of Hohenzolern. Portrait. Engraving. 19th century. Colored

Villa de la Concepcion or Penco. Chile. Plan by Luis Amadeo
South America. Chile. Villa de la Concepcion or Penco. Plan and drawing by Luis Amadeo Frezier (1682-1773). 1712. French engraving published in Paris, 1716

Richard Glover
RICHARD GLOVER writer Date: 1712 - 1785

Sidney Earl Godolphin
SIDNEY, first earl of GODOLPHIN, English statesman, Lord High Treasurer Date: 1645 - 1712

Sidney Earl Godolphin 2
SIDNEY, first earl of GODOLPHIN, English statesman, Lord High Treasurer Date: 1645 - 1712

Antonio Genovesi
ANTONIO GENOVESI Italian economist and philosopher. Date: 1712 - 1769

Robert Beau Feilding
ROBERT FEILDING (spelt thus) known as Beau Feilding; soldier, rake, bully, bigamist, converted to Catholicism to whose priests he had much to confess. Date: 1651 - 1712

George Downing, Lawyer
GEORGE DOWNING Barrister-at-law, freemason. Date: 1712 - 1800

Christian W E Dietrich
CHRISTIAN WILHELM ERNST DIETRICH German artist, depicted at work on a sheet of paper resting on a huge portfolio. Date: 1712 - 1774

Nicolas De Catinat
NICOLAS DE CATINAT French military commander Date: 1637 - 1712

J H E Count Bernstorff
JOHANN HARTWIG ERNST, graf von BERNSTORFF Danish statesman Date: 1712 - 1772

Laurent Jean Babille
LAURENT JEAN BABILLE French avocat in the Parlement de Paris, but despite his many honours, he doesn t rate a mention even in the big Larousse dictionary... shame ! Date: 1712 - ?

Sir John Houblon / Closter
SIR JOHN HOUBLON First Governor of the Bank of England and Lord Mayor of London (1695-96), aged 68 Date: - 1712

Giovanni Cassini Statue
GIOVANNI DOMENICO CASSINI later Jean-Dominique, French astronomer and first Director of the Paris Observatory, who discovered four of Saturns moons Date: 1625 - 1712

Giovanni Cassini Medal
GIOVANNI DOMENICO CASSINI later Jean-Dominique, French astronomer and first Director of the Paris Observatory, who discovered four of Saturns moons Date: 1625 - 1712

Jacques Cassini
JACQUES CASSINI French astronomer and Director of the Paris Observatory from 1712 Date: 1677 - 1756

John Fothergill / Livesay
JOHN FOTHERGILL English physician who practised in London and maintained a botanical garden. Date: 1712 - 1780

John Fothergill / Cook
JOHN FOTHERGILL English physician who practised in London and maintained a botanical garden. Date: 1712 - 1780

Nicolas De Catinat (Mono
NICOLAS DE CATINAT French military commander Date: 1637 - 1712

Louis, Duke of Burgundy
LOUIS, DUKE OF BURGUNDY - French son of Louis de France and later Grand-Dauphin to Louis XIV (his Grandfather) Date: 1682 - 1712

Adrian Beverland
ADRIAN BEVERLAND Dutch jurist and philologist Date: 1654 - 1712

War of The Spanish Succession - Denain
BATTLE OF DENAIN The French under Villars attack the allied camp and inflict a serious defeat

Friedrich II & Friends
FRIEDRICH II THE GREAT King of Prussia from 1740-86 depicted with Voltaire and others at Sans Souci Date: 1712 - 1786

FREDERICK II the Geat (1712-1786). King of Prussia (1740-1786). Frederick II returning from maneuvers in Prussia. Panel ca. 1785. German School. Neoclassicism. Oil. GERMANY. BRANDENBURG. Potsdam

Paris, France - La Samaritaine. Date: 1719

Louis Duc De Penthievre
LOUIS JEAN MARIE de BOURBON, duc de PENTHIEVRE French military commander, aristocrat renowned for his virtues and charities, and encouragement of the arts. Date: 1725 - 1793

Josiah Tucker - 2
JOSIAH TUCKER English churchman and economist, dean of Gloucester. Date: 1712 - 1799

Josiah Tucker - 1
JOSIAH TUCKER English churchman and economist, dean of Gloucester. Date: 1712 - 1799

Johann Schenck
JOHANN SCHENCK German-Dutch musician whose compositions inspired Bachs cello pieces. [Do not confuse with 18th century Austrian, same name] Date: 1660 - 1712

Rousseau Tomb
JEAN JACQUES ROUSSEAUs tomb : his remains, however, will be transferred to the Pantheon in Paris in 1794. Date: 1712 - 1778

Rousseau home Ermitage
JEAN JACQUES ROUSSEAUs hermitage at Montmorency. Date: 1712 - 1778

Rousseau home Moutiers
JEAN JACQUES ROUSSEAUs home at Moutiers-Travers. Date: 1712 - 1778

Robert Baron Romney
ROBERT MARSHAM, second baron ROMNEY Date: 1712 - 1793

Gabriel Nicolas Raspe
GABRIEL NICOLAS RASPE German publisher Date: 1712 - 1785

Heinrich Opitz
HEINRICH OPITZ German oriental scholar Date: 1642 - 1712

William Nichols
WILLIAM NICHOLS (or Nicholls) churchman and theological writer whose Discourses on the Common Prayer are of interest to those who are interested in such things. Date: 1664 - 1712

George Duke of Montagu
GEORGE BRUDENELL-MONTAGU, duke of MONTAGU, fourth earl of Cardigan statesman Date: 1712 - 1790

Charles Alex. De Lorraine
CHARLES ALEXANDRE, duc de LORRAINE French military commander and governor of the Netherlands. Date: 1712 - 1780

Philip Van Limborch
PHILIP VAN LIMBORCH Dutch churchman and theologian Date: 1633 - 1712

William King, Writer
WILLIAM KING Poet and historian Date: 1663 - 1712

Thomas Halyburton
THOMAS HALYBURTON Scottish churchman and theologian Date: 1674 - 1712

Rose King Man Astride Fox 1712 later Pen black ink
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Acorn King Man Astride Cow 1712 later Pen black ink
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Pius V Ambassador King Poland ca 1712 Black red chalk
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Shield Knave Horseman 1712 later Recto pen black ink
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Shield King Man Astride Snail 1712 later Pen
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In the year 1712, history witnessed a series of remarkable events and individuals that left an indelible mark on various fields. One such notable figure was Richard Cromwell, who held the title of Lord Protector after his father Oliver Cromwell's death. Despite his short-lived tenure, Richard Cromwell played a significant role in shaping England's political landscape during this time. Meanwhile, in Glasgow workshop, James Watt was diligently working to improve upon Thomas Newcomen's invention from 1712. This innovation would later revolutionize steam engines and pave the way for industrialization. Another intriguing development occurred with Epee Teaching Deaf Mutes. This method provided deaf individuals with a means to communicate through sign language using specially designed hand gestures. On a different note, Hanway's Umbrella made its debut around this period. Although initially met with skepticism and ridicule by society, it eventually gained popularity as people recognized its practicality in protecting against rain or sun. The Battle of Denain took place in 1712 during the Great Northern War between Sweden and other European powers. Swedish cavalry showcased their bravery and skill on the battlefield amidst intense fighting. Jonas Hanway further contributed to society by introducing Umbrella 2 - an improved version that offered enhanced functionality and durability compared to its predecessor. In art circles, Friedrich II commissioned Schulz and Ramberg to create masterpieces that captured his reign as Frederick the Great (1712-1786). These paintings depicted key moments from his rule while showcasing artistic talent at its finest. As we reflect upon these diverse events from 1712, it becomes evident how they collectively shaped our world today – whether through political shifts like Richard Cromwell's influence or technological advancements pioneered by James Watt, and is important to remember these historical milestones as they continue to shape our present reality.