1716 Collection (page 5)

The Remedy; Jean-Antoine Watteau, French, 1684 - 1721; Paris, France, Europe; about 1716 - 1717; Red, black, and white chalk; 23.3 x 37.1 cm (9 3/16 x 14 5/8 in.)

Studies of Three Women; Jean-Antoine Watteau, French, 1684 - 1721; France, Europe; about 1716 - 1717; Red, black, and white chalk; 26.8 x 32.7 cm (10 9/16 x 12 7/8 in.)

Two Studies of a Flutist and a Study of the Head of a Boy; Jean-Antoine Watteau, French, 1684 - 1721; France, Europe; about 1716 - 1717; Red, black

Venus and Adonis; Massimiliano Soldani-Benzi, Italian, 1656 - 1740; Florence, Italy, Tuscany, Europe; about 1715 - 1716; Bronze; Object: H: 46.4 x W: 49 x D: 34.2 cm (1 ft. 6 1/4 in. x 1 ft)

Figure Group: The Flute Lesson (Le Fluteur) (one of a pair); Sevres Manufactory, French, active 1756 - present, Modelled under the direction of Etienne-Maurice Falconet, French, 1716 - 1791

Writing Table (bureau plat); By Martin Carlin, French, born Germany, about 1730 - 1785, master 1766, At least seven plaques gilded by Jean-Baptiste-Emmanuel Vande, French, 1716 - 1779

Studies for a Ceiling Decoration (recto), Studies for a Ceiling Decoration (verso); Charles de La Fosse, French, 1636 - 1716; about 1680; Pen, red chalk

Peacocks, Doves, Turkeys, Chickens and Ducks by a Classical Ruin Signed, lower center: " M. Cra[?]", Marmaduke Cradock, 1660-1716, British

Etienne-Maurice Falconet, Venus of the Doves, French, 1716-1791, marble

Susanne Maria von Sandrart (German, 1658-1716), Gabrielle Carola Patina, c. 1682, engraving

Georg Andreas Wolfgang, the Elder (German, 1631-1716), Jove and the Gods, 1665, etching on laid paper

ZODIAC SIGN OF GEMINI: illustration, 1716, from a Hebrew book on Jewish calendar, printed in Germany

ISaC DE SARRAU DE BOYNET (1684-1763). Friend and correspondent of Baron de Montesquieu. Painting, 1716

GEORGE II (1683-1760). King of Great Britain and Ireland, 1727-1760. Painting after Sir Godfrey Kneller, c1716

KING GEORGE I OF ENGLAND (1660-1727). King of England, 1714-1727. Canvas, 1716, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

Creatures: a pig (probably white) and a bat. Illustration from Christianus Benedictus Carpzov, Kattologia; das ist, Kurze Katzen-Historie. Date: 1716

Johann Freidrich Bottger or Botticher (1682-1719) German chemist and ceramicist, originator of Dresden china. To protect the trade secrets

Noahs Ark - the animals going in two by two. God saving the chosen from the flood sent as a punishment to the masses. Bible Genesis 7

Building of Tower of Babel. Bible: Genesis 2. Bricks fired in on-site kilns, in foreground masons are working blocks of stone. Copperplate engraving of 1716

Italy, Venice, Mime show, from Nuova e curiosa scuola di danza teatrale (School of theatrical dance)
Italy, 18th century - Mime show, from " Nuova e curiosa scuola di danza teatrale" (School of theatrical dance), 1716

Italy, Venice, Characters Pantalon and Pandora, from Nuova e curiosa scuola di danza teatrale
Italy, 18th century - Characters Pantalon and Pandora, from " Nuova e curiosa scuola di danza teatrale" (School of theatrical dance), 1716

Falconet, Etienne-Maurice (1716-1791). Monument to Peter the Great. RUSSIA. Saint Petersburg. Rococo art. Sculpture on bronze

MELNDEZ o MENNDEZ, Luѳ(1716-1780)
MELNDEZ o MENNDEZ, Luг (1716-1780). Still Life with Red Breams and Orange. Baroque art. Oil on canvas

Edmund D Buckinghamshire
EDMUND SHEFFIELD, second duke of BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & Normanby statesman Date: 1716 - 1735

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1790). The Rogues Wharf. Benjamin Franklin as a boy, building a stone wharf with friends, c1716. American engraving, c1864

VERSAILLES: WATERWORKS. The hydraulic machine at Chateau de Marly, France, inaugurated in 1684, that drew water from the Seine River and pumped it to Versailles for its fountains

VERSAILLES: WATERWORKS. Cross section of the water machine at Chteau de Marly, France, inaugurated 1684. The machine drew water from the Seine River and pumped it to Versailles for its fountains

PIOUS ENGLISHMAN, 1716. O how love I thy law! it is my meditation all the Day. Copper engraving promoting Thomas Allens The Practice of a Holy Life, 1716

NUTMEG & MACE, 1716. Line engraving from Michael Bernard Valentinis Historia Simplicium Reformata, 1716

SPOTSWOODs EXPEDITION. Virginia Governor Alexander Spotswood and his Knights of the Golden Horseshoe during their expedition through the Blue Ridge Mountains in 1716. Line engraving, late 19th century

SPOTSWOODs EXPEDITION. The expedition of Governor Alexander Spotswood of Virginia and the Knights of the Golden Horseshoe through the Blue Ridge Mountains in 1716. Wood engraving, 19th century

SPOTSWOODs EXPEDITION. The expedition of Virginia governor Alexander Spotswood and the Knights of the Golden Horseshoe through the Blue Ridge Mountain in 1716: colored engraving, 19th century

Philippe De Coulanges 1
PHILIPPE EMANUEL, marquis de COULANGES Relative and correspondent of Madame de Sevigne. Date: 1631 - 1716

Countess Northumberland
ELIZABETH, COUNTESS OF NORTHUMBERLAND Baroness Percy, Lucy, Poynings, Fitzpain, Bryan and Latimer (wife of Sir Hugh Percy). Date: 1716 - 1776

Jacques Boileau
JACQUES BOILEAU French churchman and theologian at the Sorbonne, ecclesiastical historian, author of Histoire des Flagellants. Date: 1635 - 1716

ZODIAC SIGN: CANCER, 1716. Drawing from a Hebrew book about the Jewish calendar, Sefer Evronot, Halberstadt, Germany, 1716

ZODIAC SIGN: ARIES, 1716. Drawing from a Hebrew book about the Jewish calendar, Sefer Evronet, Halberstadt, Germany, 1716

ZODIAC SIGN: VIRGO, 1716. Drawing from a Hebrew book about the the Jewish calendar, Sefer Evronot, Halberstadt, Germany, 1716

W Wycherley / Lely / Smith
WILLIAM WYCHERLEY English dramatist at the age of 28

Lyttelton / Sir Charles
SIR CHARLES LYTTELTON Governor of Jamaica

Jakob Gronovius
JAKOB GRONOVIUS (Gronow) Dutch scholar, eminent in the history of language, professor of eloquence

Somers with Book
John, first lord SOMERS statesman, Lord Chancellor

Somers with Seal
John, first lord SOMERS statesman, Lord Chancellor, holding the Great Seal with an apprehensive look as though at any moment someone might snatch it out of his grasp

Raymond Vieussens
RAYMOND VIEUSSENS French medical from Montpellier, where he was professor anatomy

Joseph Marie Vien
JOSEPH MARIE VIEN French artist, premier peintre du Roi

John Somers / Kneller
JOHN, baron SOMERS statesman

James Brindley / Conde
JAMES BRINDLEY English canal engineer

Thomas Gray / Churchyard
THOMAS GRAY Stoke Poges Churchyard, Bucks, which inspired Grays poem, Elegy in a Country Churchyard

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In the year 1716, a multitude of influential figures and events shaped history. Renowned writer Thomas Gray began his journey, penning words that would resonate for centuries to come. Meanwhile, German mathematician and philosopher Gottfried von Leibniz delved into the depths of knowledge, expanding our understanding of the world. Across distant lands in Corfu, Greece, Johann Matthias von der Schulenburg left an indelible mark as he pursued his passions. The celestial heavens aligned with Leo taking its place among the zodiac signs in 1716—a symbol of strength and leadership. In Halberstadt, Germany, a Hebrew book called Sefer Evronot unveiled a drawing depicting the Jewish calendar—an intricate tapestry connecting past and future generations. Jean Ranc captured Charles III's innocence through artistry during his childhood years. Peter the Great reigned over Russia as Tsar—a visionary leader who propelled his nation forward amidst great change. Amidst this era of enlightenment and exploration emerged James Brindley—the mastermind behind groundbreaking engineering feats that transformed landscapes forever. The Thames River froze over during winter in 1715-6—ushering in a Frost Fair where joyous revelers gathered upon its icy surface to celebrate life's fleeting moments. And within these pages lies mention once again of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz—a brilliant mind whose contributions continue to shape our understanding today. As time marched on in 1716, these individuals and events wove together an intricate tapestry that still resonates with us today. Through their endeavors in writing poetry or exploring scientific frontiers; through capturing innocence or transforming landscapes; they left their mark on history's canvas for all to behold.