1712 Collection (#7)

Covered Goblet; Friedrich Winter, Polish (Silesian), died about 1711 or 1712; about 1691 - 1694; Colorless glass with wheel-engraved, high-relief deocration; Object: H: 31 cm (H: 12 3/16 in.)

Tapestry: Venus aux forges de Vulcain, from Les Tentures de Francois Boucher Series; After painting by Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770, and after designs by Maurice Jacques, French

Tapestry: Jupiter transforme en Diane pour surprendre Callisto avec Vertumne et Pomone, from Les Tentures de Francois Boucher Series; After painting by Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770

Tapestry: Venus sortant des eaux, from Les Tentures de Francois Boucher Series; After cartoon by Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770, and after designs by Maurice Jacques, French

Tapestry: L Aurore et Cephale, from Les Tentures de Francois Boucher Series; After painting by Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770, and after designs by Maurice Jacques, French, about 1712 - 1784

Tapestry: Le Mois de decembre, Le Chateau de Monceaux from Les Maisons royales Series; After designs by Charles Le Brun, French, 1619 - 1690, and cartoon painted by Francois van der Meulen, French

View of Campo S. Polo; Francesco Guardi, Italian, 1712 - 1793; about 1790; Pen and brown ink and brown wash over black chalk; 19.2 x 28.6 cm (7 9/16 x 11 1/4 in.)

An Imaginary View of a Venetian Lagoon, with a Fortress by the Shore; Francesco Guardi, Italian, 1712 - 1793; about 1750 - 1755; Pen and brown ink, brown wash

The Grand Canal in Venice with Palazzo Bembo; Francesco Guardi, Italian, 1712 - 1793; about 1768; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 47 x 76.5 cm (18 1/2 x 30 1/8 in.)

An Unknown Man in a Library, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

An Unknown Man with His Daughter, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

William Farington of Shawe Hall, Lancashire Robert Vernon Atherton and his Dog, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

The John Bacon Family, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Launching at Deptford, John Cleveley the elder, ca. 1712-1777, British

Portrait of a Family, Traditionally Known as the Swaine Family of Fencroft, Cambridgeshire Family Group Beside a River (called The Swaine Family ) A Family of Anglers

Children in an Interior Portrait of a Group of Children, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Gentleman with a Cannon Signed and dated in brown paint, lower left: ADevis
Gentleman with a Cannon Signed and dated in brown paint, lower left: " ADevis pinx | 1741", Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Robert Gwillym of Atherton and His Family Robert and Elizabeth Gwillym and their family, of Atherton Hall, Herefordshire, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

John Orde, His Wife Anne, and His Eldest Son William John Orde and His Second Wife Watching William Ordes Return From Shooting Inscribed, center right, on letter: " To: John Orde | at Mo[?]t [

(?) John Trevor, 3rd Baron Trevor, of St. Annes Hill, Surrey, and Trevalyn Hall, Denbighshire (formerly T. Travers, Esq.), Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Leak Okeover, Rev. John Allen and Captain Chester at Okeover Hall, Staffordshire Leak Okeover Esquire, The Reverend John Allen and Captain Chester, with Grooms, Horses and Dogs

An Unknown Man Seated at a Table, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Mr. and Mrs. Hill, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Francesco Guardi, View on the Cannaregio Canal, Venice, Italian, 1712-1793, c. 1775-1780, oil on canvas

Giovanni Battista Brustolon after Canaletto (Italian, 1712-1796), Visit of the Doge to San Zaccaria on Easter Day, 1763-1766, etching and engraving on laid paper

Georg Friedrich Schmidt after Antoine Pesne (German, 1712-1775), Johann Melchior Dinglinger, 1769, etching on laid paper

Georg Friedrich Schmidt, after Pierre Le Sueur (German, 1712-1775), Louise Albertine de Brandt, Baroness von Grapendorf, engraving with etching on laid paper

Schematic diagram of Thomas Newcomens steam engine of 1712
NEWCOMENs STEAM ENGINE. Schematic diagram of Thomas Newcomens steam engine of 1712

Thomas Newcomens steam engine of 1712. Copper engraving, English, late 18th century
NEWCOMENs STEAM ENGINE. Thomas Newcomens steam engine of 1712. Copper engraving, English, late 18th century

Soldiers in full amour, 1712
Militaria, Spain, 16th century. Spanish armed soldiers. Watercolored print, Newport, 1712

Ottoman Riders, print, 1712
Militaria, Ottoman Empire, 18th century. Mamelukes on horseback. Watercolored print, Newport, 1712

Germany, Leipzig, View of the market square, engraving, 1712 18th century, Bach-Archiv (Archive)

Ammonite fossils, 18th century C013 / 7817
Ammonite fossils. 18th-century artwork of eleven ammonite and ammonoid fossil specimens. Engraving from The natural history of Northamptonshire (1712)

Ammonite fossils, 18th century C013 / 7816
Ammonite fossils. 18th-century artwork of several natural history specimens, including five ammonite fossils (spiral objects) and a nautilus (upper left, 5)

Shell specimens, 18th century C013 / 7815
Shell specimens. 18th-century artwork of sixteen sea shell specimens. The first two are scallop shells, with most of the others being cockle shells

Natural history specimens, 18th century C013 / 7818
Natural history specimens. 18th-century artwork of various natural history specimens, including vertebrae (top, fish vertebra at left), elephant molars (centre), a diagram of a drumming-well

Rousseau, Jean-Jacques (1712-1778)

FREDERICK II the Great (1712-1786). King of Prussia (1740-1786). Frederick II the Great back from military manoeuvres. Painting

Friedrich II Reviewing
FRIEDRICH II DER GROSSE The King of Prussia reviewing his Troops Date: 1712 - 1786

Friedrich II (Pesne)
FRIEDRICH II der Grosse (the Great) King of Prussia (here called Frederick III) Date: 1712 - 1786

Friedrich Ii / Bause
FRIEDRICH II THE GREAT King of Prussia from 1740-86 Date: 1712 - 1786

Friedrich Ii / Berville
FRIEDRICH II THE GREAT King of Prussia from 1740-86 Date: 1712 - 1786

Friedrich II (Vanloo)
FRIEDRICH II THE GREAT King of Prussia from 1740-86 Date: 1712 - 1786

Friedrich II & Officers
FRIEDRICH II THE GREAT King of Prussia from 1740-86 depicted with his generals on the battlefield Date: 1712 - 1786

Friedrich II on Horse
FRIEDRICH II DER GROSSE King of Prussia from 1740-86, depicted on horseback Date: 1712 - 1786

Friedrich II / Smith
FRIEDRICH II DER GROSSE King of Prussia from 1740-86 Date: 1712 - 1786

NORTH AMERICA: FAUNA. Engraved frontispiece from the 1712 German edition of John Lawsons A New Voyage to Carolina, showing a buffalo, a terrapin killing a rattlesnake

BOSTON: OLD STATE HOUSE. The Old State House in Boston, Massachusetts, built in 1712. Line engraving by Abel Bowen from Survey of Boston, 1821

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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.