1735 Collection (page 11)

EGGPLANT, 1735. Eggplant (mala insana). Line engraving by Elizabeth Blackwell for her book A Curious Herbal published in London, 1735

NUTMEG, 1735. Branch of a nutmeg tree and the fruit containing the seed. Engraving by Elizabeth Blackwell for her book A Curious Herbal published in London, 1735

CLOVES, 1735. Branch of the clove tree (caryophyllus aromaticus). Engraving by Elizabeth Blackwell from her book A Curious Herbal published in London, 1735

HIPPOPOTAMUS, 1735. Line engraving from Benoit de Maillets Description de l Egypte, 1735

DANCE: MINUET, 1735. Line engraving from Kellom Tomlinsons Art of Dancing, 1735

HOGARTH: RAKEs PROGRESS. Scene in Bedlam. Plate 8, steel engraving, c1840, after the original engraving of 1735 by William Hogarth

JOHN PETER ZENGER TRIAL. Andrew Hamilton defending Zenger, an American printer and journalist, at the latters trial for seditious libel in New York in 1735: colored engraving, 19th century

JOHN PETER ZENGER (1697-1746). American printer and journalist. Andrew Hamilton defending Zenger at his trial for seditious libel in New York in 1735. Wood engraving, 19th century

John Brown, Medical
JOHN BROWN Medical, founder of the Brunonian medical system, an important innovator. with his autograph Date: 1735 - 1788

John Brown (Kay)
JOHN BROWN Medical, founder of the Brunonian medical system, an important innovator. Seated at his desk. Date: 1735 - 1788

Conductor, choir and orchestra c. 1735
A gentleman(believed to be George Frideric Handel(1685-1759), conducts a musical rehearsal. Date: c.1735

EARTHs INTERIOR, 1735
English geologist John Woodwards conception of the composition of the globe, with molten lava surrounded by a thick crust

Christian Gott. Hoffmann
CHRISTIAN GOTTFRIED HOFFMANN von Hoffmannswaldau German jurist and statesman

Richard Gough
RICHARD GOUGH Antiquary with his autograph

NUMBER 10 / 1930S
The official residence of the Prime Minister, No 10 Downing Street, Whitehall, London. This building became the official residence in 1735

1st Earl of St Vincent
JOHN JERVIS, 1st Earl of St Vincent Admiral in the British Royal Navy Defeated the Spanish fleet at the Battle of Cape St Vincent

Richard Farmer
RICHARD FARMER scholar and critic

Oxford Uni College 1735
University College and its founders

Harrisons First
John Harrisons FIRST marine chronometer

Kellerman, Duc De Valmy
FRANCOIS-CHRISTOPHE KELLERMANN, Duc de Valmy French soldier

Debtors Certificate / 1735
A certificate permitting a debtor in prison to go out and settle his affairs, signed by Townsend, the celebrated Bow Street Runner

GRAFTON (1735 - 1811)
AUGUSTUS HENRY FITZROY, 3rd Duke of GRAFTON - British statesman

John Adams, President of the United States
John Adams, 2nd President of the United States (1797-1801)

Johann Christian Bach
JOHANN CHRISTIAN BACH Cathedral organist and composer

Newgate Prison 1735
Prisoners in Newgate prison

Paul Reveres Ride
PAUL REVERE American inventor of rolling mill, more famed for his midnight ride from Boston to Lexington, warning that the British were on the march

Ignaz Krasicki
IGNAZ KRASICKI Polish bishop and poet

Robert Raikes / Drummond
ROBERT RAIKES Promoter of Sunday Schools

C18 FIRE-ENGINES 1735
18th century fire-engines made by a firm which became Merryweathers. The engine on the left is from Windsor Castle

Downing Street 1930S
Number 10 is guarded by a policeman. It has been the offical residence of the British Prime Minister since 1735

Torbern Olof Bergman
TORBERN OLOF BERGMAN (or Bergmann) Swedish chemist and naturalist

Henry Rogers
HENRY ROGERS Cornwall, who after a land dispute was decided against his favour would not give up the land & shot several persons to boot! Nasty man

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of 1735: A Journey Through Art, Botany, and History" Step into the captivating world of 1735, where artistry, botany, and history intertwine to create a tapestry of intrigue. In this year, Elizabeth Blackwell's remarkable book "A Curious Herbal" was published in London. The delicate line engravings within its pages transport us to an era when chili peppers were depicted with meticulous detail - their fiery essence captured on paper. But it doesn't stop there; Blackwell also immortalized the cardamom plant in her engravings. Its seedpod stands tall as a testament to nature's wonders and the artist's skillful hand. As we delve deeper into this time period, we encounter Hogarth's iconic series "The Rake's Progress. " Plate by plate, he unravels the moral decline of his protagonist through vivid imagery that still resonates today. Amidst these artistic endeavors lies another milestone – Harrison’s First Chronometer. This groundbreaking invention revolutionized navigation at sea and forever changed our understanding of timekeeping accuracy. Meanwhile, Allington Castle near Maidstone beckons us with its grandeur and rich history that dates back centuries. Intriguingly enough, John Adams makes an appearance in Chappel’s portrait from 1735 - a glimpse into the life of one who would later become America’s second president. Eltham Palace emerges as well; its regal architecture evoking visions of lavish gatherings and royal affairs. As we journey further through time via Hogarth’s plates four and eight from "The Rake's Progress, " we witness both folly and consequence unfold before our eyes. These cautionary tales serve as reminders that choices have repercussions even across centuries. Let us not forget Plate Five – a pivotal moment in Hogarth’s narrative where consequences come crashing down upon his wayward protagonist amidst a backdrop of opulence and despair.