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1740–1779 Collection

"Exploring the Turbulent Era: 1740–1779" Step back in time to witness the captivating events that shaped the years between 1740 and 1779

Background image1740–1779 Collection: Two Soldiers Child Holding Helmet July 19 1779

Two Soldiers Child Holding Helmet July 19 1779
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Beaching Fishing Boat Gale April 26 1783 Etching

Beaching Fishing Boat Gale April 26 1783 Etching
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Captive Family ca 1783 Etching state letters

Captive Family ca 1783 Etching state letters
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Caliban Prospero Miranda Shakespeare Tempest

Caliban Prospero Miranda Shakespeare Tempest
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Duke York Twelve Characters Shakespeare March 15

Duke York Twelve Characters Shakespeare March 15
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Banditti Returning November 9 1780 Etching Sheet

Banditti Returning November 9 1780 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Conversing Captive November 15 1779 Etching Sheet

Conversing Captive November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Classical Subject Aftermath Battle 1760-79

Classical Subject Aftermath Battle 1760-79
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Storming Banditti Stronghold 1 1782 Etching Sheet

Storming Banditti Stronghold 1 1782 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Revengeful Monsters January 25 1780 Etching Sheet

Revengeful Monsters January 25 1780 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Nebuchadnezzar Recovering Reason October 20 1782

Nebuchadnezzar Recovering Reason October 20 1782
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Soldier Courtship Life Death 1 1781 Etching stipple

Soldier Courtship Life Death 1 1781 Etching stipple
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Going Out Morning November 15 1779 Etching Sheet

Going Out Morning November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Banditti Gambling November 9 1780 Engraving Sheet

Banditti Gambling November 9 1780 Engraving Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Banditti Taking Post late 18th century Etching

Banditti Taking Post late 18th century Etching
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Packhorse Soldiers June 23 1784 Etching aquatint

Packhorse Soldiers June 23 1784 Etching aquatint
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Virgin Teaching St John 1766 Etching Sheet 10 x 12 1 / 16

Virgin Teaching St John 1766 Etching Sheet 10 x 12 1 / 16
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Banditti Going Out November 9 1780 Etching Sheet

Banditti Going Out November 9 1780 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Stripping Slain November 15 1779 Etching Plate

Stripping Slain November 15 1779 Etching Plate
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Coke Perkin Cook Tale Chaucer Canterbury Tales

Coke Perkin Cook Tale Chaucer Canterbury Tales
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Banditti Market June 10 1805 Etching Plate 13 3 / 16 x 9 13 / 16

Banditti Market June 10 1805 Etching Plate 13 3 / 16 x 9 13 / 16
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Enrag d Monster December 8 1778 Etching Plate

Enrag d Monster December 8 1778 Etching Plate
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Enjoying Domestic Happiness November 15 1779

Enjoying Domestic Happiness November 15 1779
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Captive Sterne Sentimental Journey November 1

Captive Sterne Sentimental Journey November 1
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Rustick Dancers November 9 1780 Etching Sheet

Rustick Dancers November 9 1780 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Retiring Wounded Battle November 15 1779 Etching

Retiring Wounded Battle November 15 1779 Etching
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Fishermen November 9 1780 Etching Sheet 15 1 / 16 x 16 7 / 16

Fishermen November 9 1780 Etching Sheet 15 1 / 16 x 16 7 / 16
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Going Out Morning 1779 Etching state letters

Going Out Morning 1779 Etching state letters
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Conversing Captive November 15 1779 Etching Plate

Conversing Captive November 15 1779 Etching Plate
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Stripping Slain November 15 1779 Etching Sheet

Stripping Slain November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Killing Enemy November 15 1779 Etching Sheet

Killing Enemy November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Woman Toilet March 1 1780 Etching Plate 10 5 / 16 x 9 3 / 8

Woman Toilet March 1 1780 Etching Plate 10 5 / 16 x 9 3 / 8
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Sleeping Monsters January 25 1780 Etching Sheet

Sleeping Monsters January 25 1780 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Three Putti Dancing Piper March 1 1780 Etching

Three Putti Dancing Piper March 1 1780 Etching
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Soldier Death Life 1 1781 Etching aquatint printed

Soldier Death Life 1 1781 Etching aquatint printed
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Frontispiece Fanny Burney Evelina Mr Lovel Bitten

Frontispiece Fanny Burney Evelina Mr Lovel Bitten
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Beaching Fishing Boat Gale 1760-79 Pen black ink

Beaching Fishing Boat Gale 1760-79 Pen black ink
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Aga Janizaries July 19 1779 Etching touches stippling

Aga Janizaries July 19 1779 Etching touches stippling
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Bardolph Twelve Characters Shakespeare 20 1775

Bardolph Twelve Characters Shakespeare 20 1775
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Don Quixote Sable Mountains October 20 1782 Etching

Don Quixote Sable Mountains October 20 1782 Etching
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Banditti Market November 9 1780 Engraving Sheet

Banditti Market November 9 1780 Engraving Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Caius Marius Ruins Carthage January 20 1782 Etching

Caius Marius Ruins Carthage January 20 1782 Etching
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Oriental Head ca 1803 Lithograph polyautograph

Oriental Head ca 1803 Lithograph polyautograph
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Building Riverbank 1760-79 Pen black ink sheet

Building Riverbank 1760-79 Pen black ink sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Three Oriental Heads March 5 1780 Etching Sheet

Three Oriental Heads March 5 1780 Etching Sheet
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Retiring Wounded Battle July 19 1779 Etching

Retiring Wounded Battle July 19 1779 Etching
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Shylock Twelve Characters Shakespeare March 15

Shylock Twelve Characters Shakespeare March 15
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Background image1740–1779 Collection: Stripping Slain ca 1773 Pen black ink Overall

Stripping Slain ca 1773 Pen black ink Overall
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"Exploring the Turbulent Era: 1740–1779" Step back in time to witness the captivating events that shaped the years between 1740 and 1779. From military conflicts to artistic masterpieces, this period was marked by a whirlwind of emotions and transformations. In "Two Soldiers Child Holding Helmet, " we glimpse into the heart-wrenching reality of war as a young child clings onto her father's helmet, reminding us of the sacrifices made on July 19, 1779. The etching "Beaching Fishing Boat Gale" transports us to April 26, 1783 when nature unleashed its fury upon brave fishermen battling against treacherous waves. Their resilience is captured forever in this powerful artwork. "Captive Family" takes us further into this era with an emotional etching from around 1783. State letters reveal their desperate plea for freedom amidst captivity, highlighting the struggles faced by families torn apart during these turbulent times. Shakespearean themes also found their place within society during this period. In "Caliban Prospero Miranda Tempest, " we are reminded of Shakespeare's timeless tale and how it resonated with audiences even then. "Duke York Twelve Characters Shakespeare March 15" showcases theatrical performances that brought joy and entertainment to people seeking solace from everyday hardships. The power of art to transport individuals beyond their realities shines through in these vibrant characters. But not all stories were filled with mirth; some delved into darker realms. In "Banditti Returning November 9, " we witness a haunting scene where criminals return after committing heinous acts, leaving viewers captivated by both fear and curiosity about what lies behind such actions. On November 15, 1779, hearts were moved once again as depicted in "Conversing Captive. " This etching sheet captures intimate moments shared between captives who find solace in each other's company despite their dire circumstances.