1722 Collection (#7)

EXPL2A-00025
Quebec City and the Saint Lawrence River, 1722. Hand-colored 18th-century woodcut from La Potherie

Carlo Gozzi - 2
CARLO GOZZI Italian playwright, traditionalist who opposed the innovations of Goldoni

Hyder Ali (Haidar)
HYDER ALI Indian ruler and soldier. Helped form first corps of sepoys with European aid

King Alfreds Tower, (1722) 160 feet high, on the Somerset - Wiltshire border: " Alfred the Great, A.D. 879, on this summit erected his standard against Danish invaders"

Baptism by a Priest
CHRISTIAN BAPTISM administered by a priest

Anthony Askew
ANTHONY ASKEW physician, scholar and book collector

Moll Flanders / Portrait
A portrait of the heroine

Comte De Grasse
Francois Joseph Paul, comte de GRASSE French naval officer who fought the English in the West Indies. He was defeated by Admiral Rodney in 1782

Hindostan Woman
A woman of Hindostan. She is either an assistant in a jewelers shop, showing off the goods, or she is doing an elaborate dance which involves jewelry... Date: 1722

Duchesse Orleans 1692
CHARLOTTE-ELISABETH de Baviere (Bavaria), duchesse d ORLEANS

John Churchill / Posselwhi
JOHN CHURCHILL Duke of Marlborough, Commander in Chief over the armies of England and Holland in the war of the Spanish Succession

Racial / Frontier / Canada
A French Canadian frontiersman with rifle slung over his shoulder

John Churchill / Ronjat
JOHN CHURCHILL (with wife Sarah) Commander in chief over the armies of England and Holland in the War of the Spanish Succession

John Churchill / Woodcut
JOHN CHURCHILL 1ST DUKE OF MARLBOROUGH An early 19th century French satire of the English military commander

History of Moll Flanders
A portrait said to be taken from life in Newgate (prison); designed to give the reader the impression that she was a living person

Moll Flanders / Defoe
The History of Moll Flanders : London edition

Charles Duke Manchester
CHARLES MONTAGUE, fourth earl and first duke of MANCHESTER statesman and diplomat

John Duke Marlborough
JOHN CHURCHILL, first duke of MARLBOROUGH British military commander in the war of the Spanish succession. with his autograph

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"1722: A Year of Heroes, Maps, and Empires" In the year 1722, amidst a backdrop of historical events and remarkable individuals, the world witnessed tales of bravery and transformation. Flora MacDonald emerged as a Scottish Jacobite heroine, her unwavering spirit inspiring generations to come. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean in Boston, Massachusetts, John Bonner meticulously crafted a map that would capture the essence of this bustling city. His line engraving depicted its streets and landmarks with precision—a snapshot frozen in time for future generations to explore. Fast forward to 1835 when George G. Smith's engraved facsimile breathed new life into Bonner's work. This updated version showcased how Boston had evolved over more than five decades—its topography shifting alongside the growth of a burgeoning metropolis until 1769. Amidst these cartographic endeavors stood figures like the Duke of Marlborough—a name synonymous with military prowess and strategic brilliance. His legacy echoed through history as his victories shaped nations. Yet not all heroes wore armor or commanded armies; some found solace in simpler pleasures like Fox And Hounds—the timeless game that brought joy to countless hearts throughout centuries. John Burgoyne and Chapman were names etched into history books for their contributions beyond battlefields—artists whose brushstrokes painted vivid stories on canvases that transcended time itself. In far-off lands such as India, Hyder Ali left an indelible mark on history during his reign from 1722 to 1782—an era defined by his leadership and vision. His impact still resonates today within the annals of Indian heritage. As we delve deeper into this remarkable year, we encounter John Churchill—the first Duke of Marlborough—who passed away in 1722 but left behind an enduring legacy filled with triumphs against adversity. The arts flourished too during this period.